Matthew Dougherty

Matthew Dougherty

Counselor (585) 328-0834

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About Me

As a licensed therapist in New York, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on understanding each person’s unique journey, with a deep commitment to addressing challenges like depression, anxiety, life transitions, and interpersonal dynamics.

I offer compassionate, personalized support for young adults and individuals experiencing diverse mental health concerns. My therapeutic work focuses on helping clients build self-love, improve communication, overcome social anxiety, and develop meaningful coping strategies. I’m particularly skilled in addressing issues related to self-esteem, workplace challenges, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.

My practice embraces a holistic, client-centered approach that honors individual experiences and strengths. Whether you’re struggling with mood disorders, life transitions, or seeking deeper personal understanding, I’m dedicated to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where meaningful transformation can occur.

Payment Options

Insurance Options

  • Aetna
  • Anthem BlueCross Blue Shield New York
  • Cigna
  • Curative
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield
  • GEHA
  • Optum
  • Oscar
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network

Orientation & Focus

Modalities

Couples, Families, Groups

Languages Spoken

English

Populations

LGBTQ+

Specialties

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Co-Occurring Disorders
  • Coaching
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorder
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • LGBT
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sex Addiction
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Conditions Treated

  • Abandonment
  • Addiction & Substance Abuse
  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Issues
  • Avoidant Personality
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Blended Families
  • Body Image
  • Career Issues
  • Caregiver Stress
  • Codependency
  • Commitment Issues
  • Communication Problems
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emptiness
  • Family Conflict
  • Family of Origin Issues
  • Fatherhood Issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Gambling
  • Grief & Loss
  • Guilt & Shame
  • Impulsivity
  • Infidelity
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Isolation & Loneliness
  • Jealousy
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Midlife Crisis
  • Money & Financial Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissism
  • OCD
  • Panic Attacks
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Phobias
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self Esteem
  • Self Harm
  • Sex Addiction
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Health
  • Sexuality & Sexual Identity
  • Sleep & Insomnia
  • Smoking & Vaping
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Workplace Issues
  • Young Adult Issues

Treatment Options

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused

Locations

Main Location

1099 Jay St Ste 200
Rochester, New York 14611
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