Dr. Matthew Johnson

Dr. Matthew Johnson is a brilliant and highly skilled clinical psychologist known for his insightful, compassionate, and deeply committed approach to therapy. Clients consistently describe him as caring, thoughtful, and intellectually sharp—someone who brings both emotional depth and clinical precision to his work.

Dr. Johnson earned his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the School of Behavioral and Applied Sciences at Azusa Pacific University. He completed his APA-accredited clinical internship at Pacific Clinics, where he specialized in treating ethnically diverse adolescents and adults facing complex presentations such as severe anxiety, depression, and co-occurring substance use disorders. He also received broad training in both inpatient and outpatient settings, and is well-versed in psychological assessment and integrated behavioral health interventions in primary care.

His Approach

Dr. Johnson practices from a collaborative, integrative lens, blending insight-oriented psychodynamic work with evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based interventions. He places a strong emphasis on values-based living, helping clients clarify what truly matters to them and align their lives accordingly.

His style is curious, warm, and precise, and he draws deeply from attachment theory, schema therapy, and experiential techniques (such as Gestalt/chairwork) to help clients uncover and transform longstanding emotional patterns. Dr. Johnson is especially attuned to issues of identity, cultural complexity, and developmental transitions, and he provides a safe and supportive space for individuals navigating these areas.

He specializes in working with adults, young adults, and teens on a wide range of emotional and relational challenges.

Areas of Specialty

• Anxiety & Social Anxiety

• Panic Attacks & Agoraphobia

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Phobias & Health Anxiety

• Depression & Mood Disorders

• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Anger Regulation

• Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders

Common Issues Treated

• “Failure to Launch” & Transition-to-Adulthood Challenges

• Relationship Distress & Communication Struggles

• Academic, Career, & Life Purpose Concerns

• Existential & Meaning-Making Struggles

• Minority & Bicultural Stress

• LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy

Treatment Modalities

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Schema Therapy

• Compassion-Focused Therapy

• Psychodynamic Therapy

• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

• Sensorimotor & Somatic Integration

• Gestalt/Chairwork

• Attachment-Based Therapy

• Family Systems Therapy

Dr. Johnson brings both clinical excellence and genuine heart to his work. Whether you’re seeking support for a longstanding struggle or navigating a current life challenge, Dr. Johnson creates a thoughtful and grounded space for transformation and growth.