Business Details
29 Years
experience
Integrative Depth Psychology Therapy Services in West Hollywood
Dr. Matthew Silverstein has been dedicated to transformative mental health care since 1997. Our practice combines evidence-based psychoanalytic techniques with mindfulness-based strategies to address root causes of anxiety, depression, and trauma. With over 25 years of clinical experience across community health and private settings, we specialize in LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy, EMDR, and trauma-informed care. Our approach emphasizes personal growth through understanding unconscious patterns while integrating cultural and spiritual dimensions of identity. As a licensed clinical psychologist in California and New York, I maintain active roles in teaching and research at Antioch University and Pacifica Graduate Institute. Our telehealth services extend to California and New York residents, maintaining rigorous professional standards through certifications in MBCT, EMDR, and depth therapy modalities.We prioritize ethical practice through continuous supervision at the LGBT Center and collaboration with community mental health organizations. Our credentials include advanced training in Dialogue Therapy for couples and psychedelic-assisted therapy, reflecting commitment to innovative treatment approaches. Professional testimonials consistently highlight our clinical excellence, compassionate care, and unique ability to integrate diverse therapeutic methodologies. We focus on empowering clients to achieve lasting personal growth through evidence-based practices that honor individual life experiences.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couple Therapy
EMDR Therapy
MBCT Programs
Supervision/Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical experience in mental health therapy
- Specialized training in EMDR and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
- LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy with cultural competency
- Telehealth access for California and New York residents
- Active teaching role at Antioch University's Depth Psychology program
Associations and certifications
- California Board of Psychology
- New York State Education Department
What people say
Exceptional clinician
Deep intuitiveness
On top of latest advancements
Outstanding clinical skills
Thoughtful and intelligent
Services
Individual Therapy
Integrative depth psychology addresses underlying causes of anxiety, depression, and trauma through evidence-based practices. Combines psychoanalytic insight with mindfulness techniques to break negative patterns. Helps clients achieve lasting personal growth and improved relationships through 25+ years of clinical expertise.
Couple Therapy
Dialogue Therapy approach resolves relationship conflicts and builds intimacy. Addresses communication breakdowns using depth psychological techniques. Specializes in helping couples reconnect through understanding personal histories and developing compassionate listening skills for stronger relationships.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized trauma-informed care using EMDR certification to process distressing memories. Helps clients reduce PTSD symptoms through evidence-based eye movement desensitization techniques. Integrates with depth psychology for comprehensive trauma recovery solutions.
MBCT Programs
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy combines meditation practices with cognitive therapy techniques. Eight-week structured program prevents depression relapse through UCSD-certified curriculum. Teaches present-moment awareness to break negative thought patterns and emotional cycles.
Supervision/Consultation
Clinical supervision services for mental health professionals. Combines depth psychology expertise with practical clinical training. Provides consultation for therapists seeking to enhance their skills in trauma-informed and LGBTQ+ affirmative care approaches.
People
Dr. Matthew Silverstein
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Licensed clinical psychologist with 25+ years experience in depth psychology. Faculty member at Antioch University's Spiritual and Depth Psychology program. Specializes in trauma-informed care, EMDR, and LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy. Holds advanced certifications in MBCT and Dialogue Therapy.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
We specialize in integrative depth psychology combining psychoanalytic insight with mindfulness-based strategies, including EMDR, MBCT, and Dialogue Therapy for couples.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, we provide telehealth therapy sessions for residents of California and New York states.
What mental health issues do you treat?
We treat anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, addiction recovery, relationship issues, and life transitions using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Are you in-network with insurance providers?
We are in-network with Aetna for New York residents and provide superbills for out-of-network PPO insurance reimbursement.
What credentials do you hold?
We are a licensed clinical psychologist in California (PSY26733) and New York with advanced training in EMDR, MBCT, and depth therapy modalities.
