Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Silver Lake
I am a licensed psychotherapist with a focus on empowering individuals to embrace their authentic selves. My practice specializes in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, creative professionals, and those navigating trauma from narcissistic family dynamics or borderline parenting. With over two decades of experience in both creative industries and mental health, I integrate artistic insight with therapeutic expertise to address complex emotional patterns.My approach emphasizes compassionate honesty, boundary-setting, and transforming unconscious behaviors into conscious choices. Located in a private, rustic cabin-style office in Silver Lake, I offer both in-person and remote sessions tailored to each client's unique journey toward self-acceptance and personal growth.
Services
Psychotherapy
LGBTQ+ Support
Trauma Recovery
Creative Professionals Counseling
Family Dynamic Therapy
Remote Therapy Sessions
Highlights and features
- Specialized experience with LGBTQ+ and creative professionals
- Trauma-informed approach to narcissistic family dynamics
- Combines clinical expertise with artistic insight
- Private, accessible office space in Silver Lake
- Focus on compassionate boundary-setting and self-acceptance
Associations and certifications
- MFT 45867
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy focusing on self-discovery and emotional healing. Combines clinical expertise with artistic insight to address trauma, relationship patterns, and personal growth. Designed for clients seeking authentic self-acceptance and behavioral transformation through compassionate exploration.
LGBTQ+ Support
Specialized mental health support for LGBTQ+ individuals. Addresses identity exploration, coming-out processes, and navigating societal challenges. Utilizes trauma-informed techniques to foster self-acceptance and resilience while addressing unique mental health needs within the queer community.
Trauma Recovery
Targeted treatment for narcissistic family trauma and borderline parenting effects. Uses evidence-based approaches to reprocess traumatic memories and establish healthy boundaries. Helps clients break generational patterns and develop emotional regulation skills for lasting recovery.
Creative Professionals Counseling
Tailored mental health support for actors, musicians, writers, and other creatives. Addresses creative blocks, industry stress, and balancing artistic passion with practical demands. Helps maintain creative flow while managing anxiety and self-doubt in competitive environments.
Remote Therapy
Secure virtual therapy options for clients preferring remote access. Maintains therapeutic effectiveness through digital platforms while offering flexibility for busy schedules or geographic limitations. Preserves confidentiality and treatment quality in virtual format.
People
Matt Casper
Psychotherapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years experience in mental health and creative industries. Specializes in LGBTQ+ support, trauma recovery, and creative professionals counseling. Combines clinical expertise with artistic insight in a private Silver Lake practice.
Questions
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
I do not accept insurance directly but can provide monthly invoices for out-of-network reimbursement. Clients should verify their insurance coverage for out-of-network mental health services.
What is your fee structure for psychotherapy?
Standard sessions are $250, charged weekly. Reduced fee options may be available based on availability and individual circumstances through our sliding scale policy.
How do you approach working with creative professionals?
My background in the arts allows me to understand creative challenges. I help clients maintain artistic flow while addressing anxiety, self-doubt, and balancing creative pursuits with practical life demands.
What therapeutic modalities do you specialize in?
I use a trauma-informed, psychodynamic approach with elements of cognitive behavioral techniques. My practice emphasizes boundary-setting, self-acceptance, and transforming unconscious patterns into conscious choices.
Are remote therapy options available?
Yes, I offer secure online therapy sessions for clients who prefer virtual appointments. This option maintains treatment quality while providing flexibility for scheduling and accessibility.
