Dr. Matthew
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LAADC, DBTC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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You may be carrying more than you let on—struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship strain, or the weight of a difficult past. You want clarity, stability, and a way forward that actually holds up outside the therapy room. I strive to help those that are motivated for change but unsure how to break patterns that are not useful or even harmful. Your first session will involve building trust and connection while finding out what is important to you regarding growth and change in your life and relationships.
I provide structured, evidence-based psychotherapy to cope with and overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use concerns. My approach focuses building meaning and purpose grounded in your values to support sustained change. For those who request it, faith can be thoughtfully incorporated as part of the therapeutic process.
Reaching out for therapy can feel uncertain, especially if you’ve been carrying things on your own for a long time. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin. If you’re ready for thoughtful, steady work focused on clarity and meaningful change, I invite you to take the next step and reach out.
Call or Email Dr. Matthew VanDusen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (760) 278-1453
Let's Connect (760) 278-1453
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $225
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- First Health
- Magellan
- Medicare
- Optum
- Sharp
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Dr. Matthew VanDusen
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LAADC, DBTC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 278-1453
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 32823 Matthew VanDusen
- In Practice for 17 years
- Attended Alliant International University , Doctor of Psychology, Graduated 2009
- Certificate from LAADC LR02120726 / 2016
- Certificate from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy NCAA 2015
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Matthew VanDusen
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LAADC, DBTC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 278-1453
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Drug Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
Dr. Matthew VanDusen
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LAADC, DBTC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 278-1453
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Religion
Christian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Strength-Based
Dr. Matthew VanDusen
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LAADC, DBTC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (760) 278-1453
Location
Primary Location
Foundry Mental Health
7742 Herschel Ave K
La Jolla, CA 92037
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Additional Location
Foundry Mental Health
Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Neighborhoods
Dr. Matthew VanDusen
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LAADC, DBTC
Call for a free consultation now - (760) 278-1453