LightTrace Counseling,
Counselor, MS, LMHC (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02128
Let's Connect (617) 609-1851

At LightTrace Counseling, Matt is trained in EMDR and works extensively with those who have extensive trauma. Matt offers sessions during the week in the early morning and +on weekends. Matt provides support, guidance, and the tools necessary for navigating these turbulent times. Together, you will unravel challenges, explore effective strategies, and empower you to move ahead with confidence. Optimize your search for success with our guidance.
Recognizing the profound impact of pop culture, gaming, and geek interests in people's lives, I integrate Geek Therapy into my practice. I appreciate that engaging with geek culture can empower individuals, foster connections, and promote personal growth. We all have different ways of connecting with stories and characters. Trauma can be healed with EMDR.
Engaging through listening, playing, reading, or watching, I fully embrace these mediums. I am dedicated to crafting a therapeutic space that is relatable, inclusive, and supportive. Feel empowered to reach out, ask for the help you need, and access the support you deserve. Your journey to well-being starts here.
Call or Email LightTrace Counseling, LLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (617) 609-1851
Let's Connect (617) 609-1851

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- All Savers
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Harvard Pilgrim
- Health Scope
- Meritain Health
- Nippon
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Trustmark
- Tufts
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Wellfleet
- Out of Network
LightTrace Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (617) 609-1851
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Massachusetts / 10000988 Matthew Joseph Oliver
- In Practice for 4 years
- Attended Salem State University, M.S. Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
- Membership with MaMCHA 69146693 / 2023
- Certificate from Trauma Institute & Child Trauma Institute, Inc. 2025
Counselor: Matthew Joseph Oliver
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
LightTrace Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (617) 609-1851
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- ADHD
- Men's Issues
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Video Game Addiction
LightTrace Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (617) 609-1851
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Experiential Therapy
- Humanistic
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
LightTrace Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (617) 609-1851