About Matthew Guerra, LMSW
Matthew Guerra, LMSW is a Licensed Master Social Worker and associate therapist at Brightline’s Lake Success clinic.
Matthew has experience with children and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and a range of behavior challenges. He has worked in home, school, and inpatient psychiatric settings. He utilizes a range of evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy. He is also certified in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training. He brings creativity to his sessions to help engage children and teens so they feel comfortable and at ease opening up.
What drives Matthew is watching growth happen week to week and helping each family see their progress toward the goals they set together. He believes meaningful change comes through small, attainable steps, and he is committed to making sure every child feels heard and respected.
Professional Summary
Education:
Master of Social Work (MSW), Binghamton University
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Development and Family Sciences, University of Delaware
Therapeutic approaches and certification(s): Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) certification, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
License Type(s): Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
States where clinician is licensed: New York (132638)
Experience:
Behavioral Health Technician, Ponessa Behavioral Health
Training:
Intern, Zucker Hillside Hospital
Intern, Binghamton University Community Schools
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Associate therapists have earned their master’s degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or counseling. They have a limited license to practice under supervision, and are completing their supervised hours at Brightline to work toward their independent licensure. That means that all of the work they do with your family will be supervised by one of Brightline’s licensed providers. Their supervising provider will review all session notes, care plans, conversations, and recommendations to ensure the approach to your child’s treatment is aligned with our standards of providing high-quality, safe, and ethical care. Supervising provider names can be found on each associate therapist provider page on our website; the associate therapist will also share who their supervisor is at the start of care.
