Dr. Matthew Silverstein, PhD, CA | Psychologist

About Dr. Matthew Silverstein

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

EMDR

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family / Marital

Identity

Gender

Male

Sexuality

Queer

Faith

Jewish

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Matthew Silverstein

I’m a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience working with adults and couples. I help people find relief from anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, and life transitions while also looking beneath the surface at patterns that may be keeping them stuck. My approach is introspective, relational, and practical, integrating contemporary depth-oriented therapy, mindfulness, and other evidence-informed approaches. I have also specialized in providing LGBTQ+ affirming and multiculturally responsive therapy. I welcome people seeking both meaningful change and deeper self-understanding.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Therapy with me is collaborative, thoughtful, and engaged. I’ll listen closely to what brings you in while also helping you look beneath the surface at patterns and connections that may be harder to see on your own. When helpful, this may include working with dreams. Our work can move between present-day concerns and significant past experiences, including those from early life, with an emphasis on helping you work toward the goals that matter most to you while developing a fuller capacity for relationship with yourself and others.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

When we first meet, I’ll take some time to hear what’s been going on and to get a better sense of your history, family, work, and relationships, including any mental health or addiction concerns. From there, sessions are less structured and begin with what feels most important to you that day. I think of therapy as a kind of private studio space—a place to enter into a creative process of exploring your experiences and significant relationships, making connections, and discovering possibilities that may not yet be apparent. We may work with a current concern, relationship, feeling, dream, or recurring pattern. I’m an active participant in the conversation and may offer observations, ask questions, or suggest ways of working with what we’re discovering.

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In-network insurances

Dr. Matthew Silverstein has 200+ in-network plans.

More information on payments and coverage

I accept Aetna insurance in New York. For other PPO insurance plans, I’m an out-of-network provider and can provide a superbill for possible reimbursement. I also accept private payment and HSA/FSA funds. If cost is a concern, please ask about reduced-cost options. I am licensed in the states of CA and NY. If you are in another state and would like to work together, I do also offer depth-oriented individual and intimate relationship coaching services.

Popular visit reasons

Gender Affirming Counseling

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychiatry Consultation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Worry

Gender Affirming Counseling

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychiatry Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Matthew Silverstein, PhD

Education and training

Pacifica Graduate Institute, PhD in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1962550962

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How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Silverstein?

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Is Dr. Matthew Silverstein accepting new patients?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Silverstein online?

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What practice does Dr. Matthew Silverstein work with?

Dr. Matthew Silverstein works with Matthew Silverstein, PhD.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Matthew Silverstein?

Dr. Matthew Silverstein frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Matthew Silverstein on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Matthew Silverstein speak?

Dr. Matthew Silverstein speaks English.

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