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Matt Kuphaldt

Intern

Accepting New Clients

In-Person & Telehealth
Children (5+), Teens, Young Adults, Adult Individuals

Philosophy of Care

Every journey in life comes with its own challenges, and I’m here to support you through yours. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, relationship conflicts, work stress, or other struggles, I am here to witness and support your journey. As your therapist, my role is to work with you to cultivate creativity, discover a sense of purpose, and find acceptance within your unique perspective.

I aim to help you understand how your experiences have shaped you and led you to this moment. Together, we’ll explore your personal narratives to see how they have influenced your life, and we’ll work to rewrite them in a way that empowers you to take control of your own story. Through various exercises and exposures, we’ll address mental barriers, practice new habits, and set goals that promote sustainable change.

My goal is to create a welcoming and accepting space where you can express your feelings and lighten your burdens. It is my honor and pleasure to learn about your story and support you along the way.

Education and Licensure

MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Antioch University Seattle, pending 2024
BFA, Western Washington University, 1997

Specialties

Anxiety
Career Counseling
Cultural issues
Depression
Family Issues
Grief
Life Transitions
Men's Issues

Neurodivergence
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Shame & Guilt
Stress
Trauma

Treatments

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Exposure Therapy
Motivational Interviewing

Narrative
Solution-Focused
Humanistic
Culturally Sensitive

Clientele

Individuals: Children (5+), Teens, Young Adults, Adults
Adult Couples

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

GAD affects 6.8 million adults, or 3.1% of the U.S. population, yet only 43.2% are receiving treatment.
Women are twice as likely to be affected as men.
GAD often co-occurs with major depression.

Panic Disorder(PD)

PD affects 6 million adults, or 2.7% of the U.S. population.
Women are twice as likely to be affected as men.

Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)

SAD affects 15 million adults, or 6.8% of the U.S. population.
SAD is equally common among men and women and typically begins around age 13.
According to a 2007 ADAA survey, 36% of people with social anxiety disorder report experiencing symptoms for 10 or more years before seeking help.

Specific Phobias

Specific phobias affect 19 million adults, or 8.7% of the U.S. population.
Women are twice as likely to be affected as men.
Symptoms typically begin in childhood; the average age-of-onset is 7 years old.

Treatment For Anxiety

Psychotherapy or “talk therapy” can help people with anxiety disorders. To be effective, psychotherapy must be directed at the person’s specific anxieties and tailored to his or her needs.