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Matthew Pieknik LCSW

(he/him)

Matthew Pieknik LCSW

LCSW

Currently accepting new clients. 

Telehealth Availability:

Mon- Fri - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

In-Person Availability:

Mon- Fri - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Clients I Work With

I work with adults who feel disconnected from themselves or constrained by patterns that no longer reflect who they want to be. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, relationship challenges, questions around identity, or concerns related to sexuality. Some come to therapy after years of feeling defined by family expectations, cultural messages, or painful past experiences. Whether you're struggling with recurring emotional patterns, relationship difficulties, or a sense that you've lost your voice, I offer a thoughtful, nonjudgmental space where we can explore the deeper story beneath your symptoms and work toward meaningful, lasting change.

Approach

My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, reflective, and deeply informed by the power of narrative. With a background in literature, literary theory, teaching, and counseling, I pay close attention to the stories you tell about yourself and the larger influences that have shaped your identity over time. Rather than focusing solely on diagnosis or symptom reduction, we explore the underlying patterns, beliefs, and experiences that continue to affect your life. Together, we examine what no longer serves you, challenge limiting narratives, and build a more authentic and empowering story. I create an open, affirming space where every part of your experience—including relationships, identity, and sexuality—can be explored with curiosity, respect, and compassion.

Ages Served

Adults (18+)
Young Adults (18-25)

Services Provided

Individual Therapy

Languages Spoken

English

Specializations

Modalities

Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Psychoanalytic Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Relational Life Therapy
Relational Therapy
Structural Family Therapy

Specialties

Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Eating Disorders
Mood Disorders
Psychosis
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma & PTSD

Insurance and Payment

Payment Accepted

Cash

Insurance Accepted

Aetna

State Licensed In

New York