Therapist in Tampa, Florida,
Matthew Best, LMHC

Matthew Best has been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the state of Florida since 2018, he has over 7 years of experience in the counseling field. He has clinical experience working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and LGBTQ+ issues. Matthew received his Master of Arts in Rehabilitation & Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida in 2015. Matthew primarily utilizes the therapeutic approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Additionally, Matthew’s therapy approaches include Person-Centered Counseling, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. He is certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy which focuses on treating PTSD and trauma-related symptoms, as well as also working for everyday anxiety.

Throughout his clinical work, he has worked in a variety of treatment settings, including outpatient and inpatient chemical dependency centers, mental health clinics, and LGBTQ+ wellness centers.