Matteo Capaccio, LCSW

Matteo Capaccio is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing addiction, trauma, grief, mood challenges, and stress. He aims to make beginning therapy feel manageable and straightforward for someone who may be anxious about reaching out. Matteo keeps the tone calm and direct so people know what to expect in a first conversation.

He draws on 24 years of practice in New York to combine practical tools with attentive listening. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on clear steps a person can try between meetings. Matteo uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address thoughts and behaviors, and he also brings client-centered and solution-focused methods to encourage collaboration and short-term goals.

People work on skills for sleep, stress, anger, and self-esteem through structured exercises and conversational reflection. He also supports those coping with chronic illness, caregiver strain, and complex grief by helping them break problems into smaller, manageable parts. For addiction and bipolar-related concerns he emphasizes consistent routines and coping strategies tailored to daily life.

Matteo values straightforward language and practical plans rather than technical terms. He encourages people to set small goals, track progress, and adjust approaches when something isn’t working. Over time he helps clients build more reliable coping habits and clearer decision-making.

Sessions are offered in English and take place online through video, phone, chat, or text messaging. Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a time that fits each person’s needs.

How Matteo’s approaches translate to online therapy

Matteo commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in his work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors, which can help with anxiety, sleep problems, and mood regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and empathy so a person can explore feelings at their own pace and feel supported. Motivational Interviewing helps clarify what a person wants to change and builds motivation for steps like reducing substance use or improving daily routines.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Matteo will talk with each person about goals and preferences, try methods that fit, and adjust plans as progress is tracked. He aims to blend structured exercises with open conversation so people can see what works for them.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect: video calls for a fuller face-to-face conversation, phone sessions when bandwidth is limited, live chat for brief check-ins, and text messaging for ongoing reminders and quick support. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work or caregiving schedules, keep momentum between meetings, and use formats that match comfort with technology.