Matthew Z. Bethell

MA, LMFT #132252

DEPRESSION

ANXIETY

PERSONAL GROWTH

Matthew Bethell is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist deeply committed to helping individuals navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflicts, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). His therapeutic approach is inspired by existential thinkers like Viktor Frankl and Rollo May, focusing on understanding our relationship with anxiety, meaning, and responsibility to find courage in the face of despair.

Matthew's therapeutic work centers on guiding individuals through psychological pain and uncertainty, emphasizing the importance of purpose in overcoming emotional struggles. He supports clients in changing their relationship with thoughts and feelings, enabling them to lead more present, fulfilling lives. Along with a well-rounded and compassionate perspective to his sessions, a key aspect to therapy with Matthew is the help clients get in living congruently within their values.

  • Educator: Has taught as an adjunct instructor at Fresno Pacific University and California State University, Fresno.

  • Behavioral Analyst: Prior experience working with neurodiverse populations as an Applied Behavioral Analyst.

  • ACT Expertise: He integrates existential insights with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients build relational health and psychological flexibility.

Accepted Insurances

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Matthew’s Specialties:

Anxiety, Depression, Child or Adolescent, Autism, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Family Conflict, Grief, Marital and Premarital, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Spirituality, Stress, Trauma and PTSD

Treatment Approach:

  • Existential

  • Family Systems

  • Humanistic

  • Play Therapy

Client Focus:

“I make a practice of remembering even one interaction can create impressions that last a lifetime. It can be a daunting reality to consider, yet I do not want to lose touch with it, because gives each moment infinite value and possibility. Keeping this in mind for therapy sessions is one way to honor my clients’ experience and create a foundation conducive for growth.”

— Matthew Bethell