- Client-centered approach
- CBT and mindfulness
- LICSW in Massachusetts
About Kim
Kim Matte is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts with 25 years of experience. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, panic attacks, grief, low self-esteem, and big life changes. She speaks plainly and offers steady support for workplace strain, relationship challenges, caregiver stress, and questions about life purpose.
Kim’s approach is practical and person-focused. She uses client-centered methods to listen and match support to each person’s needs. She also draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and on mindfulness approaches to build calm and present-moment skills.
Sessions are aimed at building skills people can use between meetings. Kim helps clients break problems into small steps, develop coping tools for panic and anxiety, and practice simple mindfulness exercises. She emphasizes collaboration and everyday strategies rather than jargon or complicated theory.
Her background includes long experience working with adults facing medical or caregiving challenges, end-of-life concerns, and chronic illness. That experience informs how she addresses stress, grief, and isolation while keeping goals realistic and manageable.
People describe her style as empathetic and steady. She supports people seeking clearer communication, better boundaries at work, relief from panic attacks, and a renewed sense of purpose.
How her approaches can work in online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. The therapist follows the person’s lead, reflects what they say, and helps them clarify goals and values. This approach helps people who need a steady, empathic space to talk about panic, grief, or life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical steps to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Clients learn to spot patterns that increase anxiety or trigger panic attacks and practice new responses. CBT is useful for people who want structured tools and short-term exercises to reduce symptoms.
Mindfulness Therapy involves simple attention practices to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without judgment. These exercises can reduce reactivity during panic and help with stress and rumination.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and daily life. Sessions can include skill practice, problem-solving, and planning realistic next steps.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, since the biography does not list them. Online care can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people practice coping skills between appointments without adding travel time.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Kim help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, panic attacks, grief, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family problems, workplace issues, caregiving stress, and chronic illness concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is person-focused and practical. She listens first, then works collaboratively to build usable coping skills and change unhelpful thinking patterns.
What is her background and experience?
Kim has 25 years of clinical experience working with adults facing medical, caregiving, end-of-life, and life-transition challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an MA and is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts.
Which languages are supported and can international clients be seen?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the therapist's biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.