Matthew Esselstrom
California LMFT for stress, relationships, and life changes
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About
Matthew Esselstrom is a non-binary LMFT licensed in California with 22 years of professional experience. They work with people facing a wide range of concerns, including stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, anger, self-esteem, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting. Their profile notes a commitment to treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and to tailoring dialog and treatment plans to each person's needs.
Matthew frames the work as a collaborative process that aims to support and empower people taking steps toward change. They list additional focus areas such as attachment concerns, family of origin issues, caregiver stress, blended family matters, and co-occurring conditions. The biography emphasizes practical goals like building motivation and confidence while addressing mood, eating, sleeping, and intimacy-related issues.
Clients can expect an approach that aligns with the therapist's stated priorities: individualized care, attention to unique circumstances, and steady support during transitions. The profile also indicates work with a broad set of concerns that includes ADHD, bipolar and depressive conditions, and issues related to LGBT identity and family dynamics.
Matthew frames the work as a collaborative process that aims to support and empower people taking steps toward change. They list additional focus areas such as attachment concerns, family of origin issues, caregiver stress, blended family matters, and co-occurring conditions. The biography emphasizes practical goals like building motivation and confidence while addressing mood, eating, sleeping, and intimacy-related issues.
Clients can expect an approach that aligns with the therapist's stated priorities: individualized care, attention to unique circumstances, and steady support during transitions. The profile also indicates work with a broad set of concerns that includes ADHD, bipolar and depressive conditions, and issues related to LGBT identity and family dynamics.
- Location:
- California, United States
- Years Experience:
- 22
- Gender:
- Non-binary
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Self-harm, Self-love, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CA LMFT 37943
- NPI Number: 1316006356
- License: LMFT (California)
Online therapy options with Matthew Esselstrom
The profile does not specify particular clinical approaches. Instead, Matthew emphasizes tailoring dialog and treatment plans to each person's unique needs, drawing on 22 years of clinical experience working with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, anger, addictions, trauma and related areas. This means the sessions are described as collaborative: goals and pacing are set together, and the focus adapts to presenting concerns such as motivation, self-esteem, parenting, or grief.
People who choose to work with Matthew can expect supportive, goal-oriented conversation aimed at empowerment and practical change. Online sessions are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing flexibility in how people connect. The profile notes a subscription model for sessions, and Matthew aims to adjust the work to fit each person's life and goals.
How long has Matthew been practicing?
Matthew has 22 years of professional experience as a therapist.
What are Matthew's credentials and license?
They are an LMFT and hold license CA LMFT 37943.
Which languages does Matthew speak?
The profile indicates they provide services in English.
Where is Matthew licensed to practice?
Matthew is licensed in California.
How can I meet with Matthew online?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Matthew accept international clients?
No. The profile states they do not accept international clients.
What does a session cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Matthew?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.