Dr. Matthew Bernard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT , APCC , PhD
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Starting from childhood I have been inundated in the therapeutic experience. Over the years, I have had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse array of esteemed professionals, fostering invaluable experiences. I firmly believe in fostering a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients feel genuinely heard and supported. Collaboration is key to our mutual growth, and I am committed to transparency and honesty throughout our journey together. My approach is rooted in authentic empathy, care, and unwavering dedication. While I have developed a specialization over the past year, I remain steadfast in my pursuit of knowledge.
Often, you’ll encounter well-meaning inquiries like “Why not walk away?” or “Have you tried staying positive?” I ask, not why the action, but why the pain? Within the environment I cultivate, your voice resonates and is valued. Together, we journey through the transformative concept: “When there is no enemy within, the enemy outside can do us no harm.”
If you're ready to start this journey of growth and healing, lets connect! Feel free to send me a text message for the fastest response, but an email or phone call will be returned just as soon as I can as well. Not sure if this is the right fit for you? No worries! I offer free 30 minute consultations and encourage any and all questions and inquiries.
Call or Email Dr. Matthew Bernard now for a free 15 minute consultation - (951) 420-7494
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
Dr. Matthew Bernard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT , APCC , PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 420-7494
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 145559 Supervised by Aaron Smith (California / 138316) Matthew Bernard
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended Alliant International University, Phd - Forensic Psychology, Public Policy and Law (Focus in Forensic Victomology, Graduated 2026
- Certificate from 40 Hour Domestic Violence Certification
- Certificate from Forensic Experiential Trauma Interview
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Matthew Bernard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT , APCC , PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 420-7494
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Domestic Abuse
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Child
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Divorce
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Hoarding
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Spirituality
- Suicidal Ideation
- Testing and Evaluation
- Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Matthew Bernard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT , APCC , PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 420-7494
Endorsement
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- Attachment-based
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Family / Marital
- Forensic Psychology
- Positive Psychology
- Psychoanalytic
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Dr. Matthew Bernard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT , APCC , PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (951) 420-7494
Location
Nearby Areas
Dr. Matthew Bernard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT , APCC , PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (951) 420-7494