My husband and I saw Matt for 5 months, and we were very pleased with our progress and grateful for his approach. He's structured, which holds everyone accountable and gives tangible things to work on. He frequently asks for feedback and really acts upon it. We're ending because our relationship is in a good place right now, in very large part to Matt! read more

I started my therapy with Matthew in early November last year. In the beginning I started couples therapy which later evolved into one on one therapy with just me. I'll admit I did not feel or wanted to be in therapy the first 2 sessions. It was after further evaluation and Matthews EMDR therapy, I then realized how significant his help was. Matthew is very welcoming, knowledgeable, and professional. I felt safe and comfortable since day 1. He helped me out with my PTSD in steps and after months of weekly therapy, I can say my traumas that I have experienced don't bother me like they use to. My only regret is not seeing someone way earlier, but Matthew has helped and teach me how to overcome. I highly recommend Matthew services. read more

Matt was there for me when my life imploded. I am extremely grateful to him for catching me, guiding me through the process of moving on when my partner of 29 years, spouse of 25 years decided completely out of the blue to break up with me in what was supposed to be a session to figure out why my avoidant husband was withdrawing, why he was unhappy. Thank you, Matt. read more

He is taking clients in his private practice on weekends. I am still going to him at Kaiser in Richmond. I've seen him at 3 different clinics now. read more

So Matt is quite an amazing person. My partner and I's relationship was deeply impacted by past traumas. PTSD seemed to halt and prevent us from growing as a couple. A very finite set of sessions later and I believe we are stronger then ever. If you feel that your life will not be able to get somewhat normal or if you feel that anxiety will dominate your social life. I highly recommend you at least try Matt's subtle way of healing. read more

Matt has helped me so much with my PTSD and traumatic memories! I have been going to him for a few months now and every visit i feel better about past traumatic events and have better self worth and esteem! He is very kind and compassionate and i feel very comfortable around him. Would highly recommend Matt for EMDR therapy. read more

Matt really helped us fix our marriage. Kids, work and life in general can really put the breaks on a marriage these days. I highly recommend therapy in general. Over the years we've visited a few counselors, but Matt is the only one who had guided us from a bad place to a great one. And all this during a little global pandemic! 5 stars for sure. read more

Matt was great and really helped me out. He's Very professional and you can tell he genuinely cares about people and getting them to their treatment goals. read more

Matt is an excellent therapist and a truly valued colleague. I had the pleasure of working collaboratively with Matt on a clinical case management team that served high risk patients as well as an EMDR consultation group that provided trauma treatment to a wide range of clients. In both settings, I was impressed with Matt's attention to detail, humanistic care, and ability to problem solve complex and challenging clinical presentations. Matt is willing to go above-and-beyond to give his clients the personalized care and resources they need to overcome mental health challenges and major life stressors. He is an equally skilled individual and couple's therapist, utilizing trauma-informed care that can treat the source of the problem, rather than only alleviating symptoms. As a licensed psychologist in the bay area, I have often turned to Matt for expert case consultation and client referrals. I recommend him without hesitation on both fronts. read more

Matt is an AMAZING therapist! He deserves MORE then five stars! He really and is a big STAR! From day one of my therapy over two years ago he has seen me grow. My illness is still unknown and I was going through a lot, at moments I still do as that is how life is but he has pushed through and shown me how to keep on moving day by day. read more

I started to see Matt Lindgren a few months ago with specific goals in mind. After just two sessions, I started to see progress. Matt's approach is very focused and goal-oriented which is likely why things moved quickly. I've seen other therapists in the past and none have done this type of "check-in" to assure we were addressing my needs and making improvement. He is a great listener who brings compassion, and humor when needed and appropriate, which allowed me to feel comfortable and trusting very early on. He explains why he is doing what he does - the approach - at all times so you really feel like you are an active part of the plan. I highly recommend him! read more

My boyfriend and I saw Matt for about 6 months to work on persistent communication issues that had caused previous break-ups and were not magically resolving on their own. Matt did a great job of helping us to reconnect with our positive feelings for each other, appreciate each other's strengths, and actually listen to each other. I have a direct, questioning style which may not always helpful to the therapeutic process (I like to know what we're doing and why) and is probably uncomfortable for therapists, but Matt handled my "intensity" really well. He respected my level of openness and willingness and "met me where I was" which I appreciated. It's been about 6 months since our last session with Matt and my boyfriend and I agree that we're doing really well! We don't fight like we used to. When the stress levels start rising we use the skills and tools we developed from our work with Matt to bring the energy down and get in touch with what's really going on (since it's almost never the surface issue that triggered us). Instead of reinforcing patterns of destructive anger and hostility and withdrawal in resentment and loneliness, we now use our conflicts and differences to learn more about each other and to express our real needs. Our relationship has grown deeper and stronger as a result. I definitely recommend Matt to couples (or individuals) who feel frustrated in their relationships and stuck in patterns and behaviors which diminish happiness. I don't think anyone loves therapy or the messy process of growing in self-awareness, but if you're ready for the journey, Matt can be a helpful guide. read more

This is my first review on Yelp. I use it quite a bit and have never reviewed! But, Matt is someone I'm compelled to write about as he is already having a profound effect in my life and my relationship. My fiancé and I found Matt on yelp. His message said he wasn't taking new clients but to leave one anyway. So I did pleading our case. He called back and said he could start seeing us. We have been very happy with Matt. Coming from seeing around a dozen therapists in my lifetime, Matt by far takes the cake. And he doesn't always say what I want to hear either! But growing can be uncomfortable, can't it? I have therapists who while they have been helpful, It felt like talking, and like nothing was being resolved. Matt uses various techniques and offers actionable solutions that have given me hope. Its been about 8 weeks with Matt and I already feel more progress in my emotional maturity/growth than I have in all my years of therapy. While he may not have had the same experiences I have had, I feel like he understands what Im saying/where Im coming from. That is so important when getting mental health treatment. read more

Matt is a thoughtful, caring and highly experienced therapist. As a colleague who has worked alongside Matt day in and day out, I would recommend him to people I know, whether for couples or individual therapy. He helped a family I know who was in the midst of a very difficult crisis by bringing together the right resources and empathic care, willing to spend the extra time to help. If you are struggling to find a competent therapist you can trust, Matt could be the person you are looking for! read more

Matt is a thoughtful, kind, and insightful therapist. I have seen him both in couples counseling and separately for trauma processing. Although some of the cutting edge techniques seem slightly out-there logically, they all have empirical evidence. Because Matt has a sense of humor and comes across as so grounded I found it easier to trust that something like EMDR wasn't hooey. In couples work Matt listened carefully and remained fair. His emphasis on what was good in the relationship, rather than going in every week for a bitchfest was different from counseling we had received before, and worked much faster. Instead of going for years to dredge up every small slight; focusing on appreciating each other was rather more pleasant, efficacious, and swift. I highly recommend him. He made both myself (woman) and my husband at ease. As for trauma processing, it was only because of the couples work that I trusted him enough to deal with the ancient pain that haunted me. It was a good call. He was calm, supportive, and provided a safe place to air those things that don't see much daylight, his technique is to find the garbage, manage to handle the garbage, and move on! No Woody Allen and 60 years of analysis. Just kill the ghost and done! So, if you're haunted by ghouls from your past, don't panic that there's no way you can afford the time and $. Envision instead a matter of a few months and done! read more

Matt is a very down to earth, conscious, and very present in all of our interactions. His open mindedness and ability to remain nonjudgmental, calm, and grounded in highly-charged emotional situations is something I very much admire. While I haven't done EMDR work with him specifically, I have used this technique in my own life with much success and healing. I'm certain that his dedication to this discipline makes him well-versed in its application. I also appreciate that he is in tune with the uniqueness of the Bay Area in counseling people of different background, ethnicities, and orientations. read more

I have nothing but praise for Matthew Lindgren Rojo who has treated me for multiple traumas that range from an early age to near present. His EMDR technique worked wonders and took me from being easily triggered to self-control. He is genuinely kind and his guidance was thoughtful and understanding. If you're looking for someone to help you with trauma or any other mental health or personal issues, I can't recommend him more highly. From the number of 5-star reviews he's earned, you can see I'm not the only one! read more

Matt has a heart of gold. His patient, calm, accepting, resilient, and unassuming manner helped me untangle the tangled web I lived in. Wherever you are, he will guide you to a place that is better. read more

I found Matt here on Yelp and was impressed by the amount of clients who rated him with 5 stars. I also gave him 5 stars and had a very positive experience with him. I found him to be compassionate, professional and most importantly, skilled in helping me address some of my deeper issues that were weighing me down. I also liked getting perspective from a male therapist. Matt helped me see my husband's point of view and was very balanced and unbiased in his approach. He is ethical, centered and thoughtful. I can't recommend him enough. read more

Matt is a gentle, thoughtful soul who demonstrates patience and care in his communication. His grasp of interpersonal and intrapersonal dynamics results from being present and in tune with the innate, cultural, and environmental factors that influence emotional evolution. I highly recommend setting up a meeting with him to explore and meet your needs. read more

Matt has the noble qualities that one would love to find in a therapist. Grounded, proactive, concerned for your well-being, and honored to be of service in taking care of you. read more

I started seeing Matt at a time when I was having trouble coping with with the death of my son. I was experiencing trauma and anxiety due to the rise in violent crime in my North Oakland neighborhood. I went to Matt specifically to continue my EMDR therapy. We worked diligently on a variety of issues, and with his professional expertise, Matt helped me get through the court proceedings. Matt very generously offered to help my family with trauma therapy as well. Matt is a very kind, professional, above and beyond therapist. I'm truly grateful that he fit me into his busy schedule in my time of need. I would recommend Matt to anyone needing EMDR therapy. read more

Matthew Lindgren is a blessing to our relationship. When our marriage was in crisis, my husband wanted a male therapist and we found Matt. Although not all relationships are salvageable, he was very patient and professional with our struggles with trust and anger. He is extremely professional and was very effective for us. We are now a year and 4 months past the brink of divorce and have learned to work together as a team by using the communication tools that Matt coached us, very patiently through. Matt, we will be forever grateful! Thank you! read more

Communication problems cropped up after the kids arrived. Matt helped us clear that up. He's gifted professional who truly cares. We're glad to have met him! read more

Matthew Lindgren is a fantastic addition to the counseling choices in Oakland. He is very conscientious and will help you with what you are going through!! The research proves that the "fit" between a client and the counselor is the most important piece....and you will find Matthew to be very easy to talk to. If you are looking to improve your mental health, he would be a very good choice for you. read more

Mathew is the best couples therapist I have worked with. We recommend him to everyone we know.

Matt is patient, understanding and dedicated. He has a tremendous capacity for empathy and just gets where you're coming from. I wholeheartedly recommend matt! read more

I would highly recommend Matt. He is very helpful and encouraging while walking you through specific issues and helps guide you to your goals. I found him to be personable and very professional and his prices to be more than fair. read more

Not many people have the ability to be the best at what they do, and I should be careful in saying this, but Matt really is the best at what he does. I'm very pleased of Matt's services and his professional attitude and aptitude. I highly recommend him. read more

Matthew is someone I recommended for graduate school and I am pleased to recommend him again on Yelp. We used to work together in the Silicon Valley before he became a therapist. I really enjoy hearing him talk about his work. I can tell he's very knowledgeable, a great listener and advisor. Here is an excerpt from my letter of recommendation: Matthew has no ego in his work and he keeps a cool head under fire. In the old days at Ariba, we barely made our software deadlines, and the documentation team had a very short time to catch up with us. Matthew would work late, long hours, with us to ensure every last minute issue made it into his documentation, and more importantly, he would test it himself to ensure it made sure the instructions made sense. There were many times when I saw Matthew patiently and coolly handle a problem that arose that was beyond his control. Matthew always had a strong positive attitude at these times, even when it came to criticism of his work. In fact, Matthew regularly handed out drafts of his work around the company to people and spent a lot of time modifying his work based on their feedback. Matthew is fearless and without an ego when it comes to challenge, whether that be the challenge to change or the challenge to learn. Matthew has a core of strengths that will help him be a success wherever he goes in life. He rolls up his sleeves and digs into anything that comes his way with ferocious tenacity. Matthew is driven, intelligent, and has a very positive attitude. He works really well with teams of people and draws people in with his sense of humor. He has a certain amount of grit and courage, which I've seen not only in his ability to work, but also in the tremendous personal hardships and growth in his personal life. Matthew is the sort of guy you can trust. He's dependable. He does the right thing. He's bright and funny and cool. I know Matthew spends a lot of time working on himself, and it shows. Matthew is quite mature, and it is obvious from the way he has handled is personal and professional life that he knows what he's doing. read more

Matthew is one of those practicioners who is professional, while personable to the core. It's not always easy finding a combination of both those qualities, and the delicate balance either, but he does it. We highly recommend Matthew. Check our his fantastic workshops as well; these can be beneficial for other professionals and clients alike. read more

I highly recommend Matt Lindgren. Difficult emotional dynamics don't intimidate him at all. Matt doesn't flinch at all when facing heated confrontations or cold silences. He understands that behind these painful dynamics and personal vulnerabilities lie our unique strengths. It's such a blessing that Matt can see those strengths when we're blinded by our pain, and it's such a blessing that he gives us tools to recall those strengths when we're on our own. read more

We will forever be grateful for Matt's guidance through the journey of attachment with our two elementary school-age children adopted from the foster care system. His calm presence, gentle boundaries and flexible approach did much to create a safe space for each of our children (and me) and to help us build strong and lasting bonds despite strong assessments of Reactive Attachment Disorder. His dedication to helping survivors of trauma is a gift to those in needs of his services. read more

Matt was referred to us by our friends during a huge marriage crisis. In just a matter of a few months Matt was able to give us the tools to really work through this time both in and out of his office. I really appreciate Matt's style and it worked very well for us. He has a process lined up for each sessions and a structure set up so I felt we accomplished small steps each week that led to our healing. The tools he gave us we will hopefully continue to use even when we are finished seeing Matt. I also liked that he had an end in mind for us in terms of number of sessions and was really able to adjust his style for us individually. I would refer Matt to anyone at anytime. read more

There are no words to express how grateful I am to Matt Lindgren and how highly I recommend his services. When a family member was in crisis, we found Matt on Yelp and blindly made a call. Although he wasn't taking new clients, Matt made time in his very busy schedule to meet one evening after work and from that moment on he literally changed our lives. His private office is in downtown Oakland which we usually don't go to, especially in the dark of night, lol, but I'm very glad we didn't let that deter us. While I wasn't personally involved in the counseling so I can't speak to his exact methods, I can say that the transformation I witnessed in my family member was immediate, positive and extremely encouraging. Thanks to Matt, our family member has experienced a 180 degree life change and is happy, settled and productive and was able to put that period of life behind them. I hope Matt knows how much his help and work are appreciated!! read more

Matt is a caring and knowledgable therapist who cares immensely about his clients. He is talented in his work with individuals and couples and tuned in to the individuality of the people who come to him. He is both down to earth and sophisticated in the methods he uses. read more