- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma recovery
- Skill based work
About Matthew
Matthew Lambiris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with four years of experience. He helps adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and social anxiety and phobia. His work focuses on practical steps people can take when they feel overwhelmed or stuck.
In sessions he listens and asks concrete questions to clarify what is most pressing. He works with clients to set short-term goals and small, manageable tasks between meetings. Conversations focus on what is happening day to day and what changes might make life a bit easier.
His approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to reduce symptoms and improve coping skills. Matthew explains options clearly and helps people decide which methods to try first. He emphasizes learning skills people can use outside of sessions.
Matthew frames recovery as a gradual process with measurable steps. He pays attention to how past events affect current patterns and helps people practice different ways of responding. Sessions include reflection, skill practice, and planning for real-world situations.
People who prefer a straightforward, activity-focused style may find his approach helpful. He offers sessions in English and works from California as an LCSW. Before booking, confirm the current session formats and scheduling process to make sure they fit your needs.
Approaches used and how online sessions work
Matthew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at practical symptom relief and skill building. One common approach focuses on learning specific coping skills for anxiety and stress - it teaches breathing, grounding, and step-by-step behavioral experiments to reduce avoidance and increase confidence in social situations. Another approach addresses trauma and substance use by helping people notice patterns, practice new responses, and plan safer choices in high-risk moments.Finding the right fit is collaborative. He will talk with the client about their goals and preferences, try approaches that match those goals, and adjust the plan as progress is assessed. The process emphasizes short-term goals and exercises people can use between meetings so change happens in daily life, not just in sessions.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Because the original biography does not specify session formats, confirm the current session options before booking so you know whether video, phone, or another format is offered. Online sessions can make it easier to keep appointments during work breaks or reduced-commute days and allow for shorter check-ins when needed.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He helps adults with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is straightforward and activity-focused, with clear questions, goal setting, and skill practice between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of clinical experience working with adults on anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.