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Matthew Harpster
MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist
PRACTICE NAME Heartwood Psychotherapy
ADDRESS
181 Park StreetWaterlooN2L 1Y7
About
Matt is an experienced counsellor who focuses on helping clients make sense of their current life situation so they may gain the peace and freedom needed to continue their lives. The goal of therapy with Matt is to develop a personal "toolbox" of skills for each client that enables them to manage their mental health through developing a support network, communication skills, and grounding techniques.
Matt earned a Masters in Clinical Counselling and a Master of Divinity from Ashland Theological Seminary in 2000. He was trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). He also uses useful concepts from many other therapies including Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, and others.
Matt's broad experience includes working with adults, couples, and adolescents. Along with being a therapist he has been a public school teacher and entrepreneur.
He enjoys spending time with his family and his dog Maple.
Summary
Education
Ashland Theological Seminary (2000)
Experience
Practice Start Date: 2000
Association
College of Registered Psychotherapists
License
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
Expertise
Client Focus
Adolescents
Adults
Couples
Families
Treatment Types
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Solution-focused Brief Therapy
Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MCBT)
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Marriage Counseling
Career Counselling
Clinical Issues
Adoption / Foster Care
Depression
Alcohol Abuse
Anger Control
Anxiety Disorders
Assertiveness
Grief & Bereavement
Career / Job Issues
Communication Skills
Conflict Resolution
Couple & Family Therapy
Low Self Esteem
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Panic Disorders
Parenting
Relationship Difficulties
Religious Issues
Stress Management
Work-Related Issues
Services
Individual
Group
Family
