Dr. Matthew Reiser, UT Psychologist 5184406-2501

Dr. Matthew Reiser is a psychologist who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, addiction issues, and challenges related to living with health conditions. He also supports people dealing with parenting and family strain, eating and sleeping problems, anger, career transitions, ADHD, and trauma. He works in Utah and conducts sessions in English.

He aims for an empathic, interactive style in sessions. Therapy focuses on clear goals and practical steps. Clients can expect a mix of talking, skill practice, and structured exercises tailored to their needs.

Dr. Reiser uses a blend of approaches including cognitive behavioral techniques, client-centered work, and emotion-focused strategies. He draws on nearly two decades of clinical experience and adapts methods to fit each person’s situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.

His background includes work in several university counseling centers and about five years in private practice. He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and earlier degrees in psychology and family studies, which inform his interest in relationships and parenting concerns.

Outside of the office he enjoys time with family and friends, sports, music, travel, and outdoor activities. He describes therapy as a shared process of discovery and growth, and aims to help people find practical ways to manage day-to-day life and difficult emotions.

How his approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and emotions without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, coping with health changes, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical tools to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and ADHD-related challenges. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on understanding and reshaping emotional responses in relationships to improve connection and communication; it can help with intimacy and relationship struggles.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Then he collaborates with each person to pick or combine methods that fit their situation and aims.

Please confirm available session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during a lunch break or between errands. It also lets people use methods like CBT homework, ACT exercises, and emotion-focused practice in the moment, so skills can be applied between sessions.