Matthew Swan
I approach life with curiosity and a sense of purpose. I have worked in the mental health field for the last 8 years from nonprofit organizations, outpatient substance abuse facilities, crisis on call agencies and the judicial system. Prior to my experience as a marriage and family therapist, I was a stand up comic.
Prior to my experience as a marriage and family therapist, I was a stand up comic.
I try to bring humor into the room whenever possible as I believe laughter is the best medicine.
First session
I create a light hearted environment, therapy does not always have to be serious, too often therapist create a space that is stuffy and where nothing grows. Therapy can be fun, my clients can expect an opportunity for growth and advancement when working with me.
Strengths
Sense of humor, stability, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT and I love personality disorders
Ideal clients
As a clinician I like to challenge my clients, push them a little more each time. I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach as I believe you can easily retrain the brain as simply as switching on a light. I have worked with every diagnosis you can think of from psychotic disorders to anxiety disorders. I am well versed in the mental health field and find excitement facilitating change with people.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have a long history with CBT, I incorporate cognitive reframing through talk therapy
Eclectic
I am well versed in several different modalities and will incorporate multiple interventions through talk therapy
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 123434