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Helpful, experienced counselor for adults

Dr. Miles Matise, LPC, LMHC

22 years in practice · based in Texas · sessions in English · 7 methods listed · online only

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About Miles

Dr. Miles Matise uses a client-centered approach to help people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and relationship concerns. He is an LPC and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and draws on practical techniques to help clients find clearer ways forward.

He speaks plain language and focuses on steady, small changes that add up over time. With 22 years of clinical work, he combines talk-based therapy with structured tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

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Background and approach

He also uses EMDR for trauma-related memories when that fits the client's needs. Sessions may include discussion, skill practice, and real-life homework to make progress between meetings. Dr.

Matise pays attention to how life stages affect daily choices, so he supports people coping with aging, hospice concerns, and end-of-life issues alongside common problems like career stress and self-esteem. He can bring a spiritual viewpoint into sessions if a client wants that, including prayer upon request.

His background includes advanced study in counseling and supervision, and many years working with adults on grief, addiction, and trauma. That experience shapes a flexible approach that adapts to each person's situation and goals. People who choose him can expect straightforward guidance and collaboration.

He aims to help clients notice patterns, try alternative responses, and build coping skills that fit their daily lives.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Dr. Matise commonly uses client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and EMDR in online sessions. Client-centered therapy means conversations focus on what matters to the client, with the therapist listening and reflecting to help clarify feelings and goals. CBT targets the thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, teaching practical skills and exercises that clients can use between sessions. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that works with distressing memories and related reactions, and can be adapted for remote delivery when it is a good match for the person's needs.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Together they can try different techniques and adjust the plan as progress is made or needs change.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to work together. Video calls let the therapist and client see one another and use visual cues, while phone sessions can fit a short break or work schedule and require less bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for quick check-ins, journaling, or sharing thoughts between appointments. These formats make it easier to keep therapy consistent when life is busy or travel is difficult, and they support the practical steps involved in CBT, client-centered conversations, or EMDR-informed work.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem, career matters, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes, as well as aging and hospice or end-of-life counseling.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses a client-centered style that focuses on the person’s experience, and blends in techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, existential approaches, EMDR, and the Gottman Method depending on the issue.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 22 years of clinical experience working in counseling roles and with adults on issues such as trauma, grief, and addiction.

What are his credentials and location?

He holds LPC and LMHC credentials and practices from Texas while holding licensure in the states indicated in his background information.

Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.