meet matthew

Matthew Braman, LCSW, LCSW-C
FOUNDER & CEO
Therapist

Hi. I'm glad you're here.

YOU NEED A THERAPIST WHO WILL JOIN YOU THROUGH THE TRUTH.

There are MANY options for therapists, and you need a to find a therapist who is a good fit for you.

MY MISSION IS TO EMPOWER MEN, NEW DADS, AND THEIR PARTNERS.

Many men won't typically seek mental health treatment. If they do, then they don't typically receive gender-sensitive care. Imagine working with an experienced male therapist who's ready to be your Right Hand Therapy Man.

NASW VALUES = MY VALUES

Service
Social Justice
Dignity and Worth of Every Person
Importance of Human Relationships
Integrity
Competence

My values are intentionally adopted from the values of the National Association of Social Workers, which is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world, with more than 120,000 members.

I'm a member of NASW. This means that I'm committed to the NASW Code of Ethics, and I believe in its values, principles, and standards that guide social workers' everyday decision-making and professional conduct.

So, NASW Values = My Values.

THE BRAND

VERVE /vərv/

noun: vigor and spirit or enthusiasm; energy; vitality.

Verve Psychotherapy is an online mental health practice for men, new dads, and their partners.

Empowerment is a part of the Verve Psychotherapy brand. The logo is based on the "On and Off" digital power symbol. It's a universal symbol combined with my own spin to convey that our work can empower your verve.

THE APPROACH

My approach to therapy is personalized, integrative, and emotionally focused on helping you feel seen, heard, and understood. Therapy moves at your pace. Our work is collaborative, and you can expect us to become partners while I listen to you, join you through the truth, and tell you like it is. I'll help you add the best tools for your toolbox.

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WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT MATTHEW?

I earned a Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2011 from Eastern Michigan University and a Master of Social Work degree in 2013 from New York University Silver School of Social Work. I'm a member of the National Association of Social Workers and the New York State Society for Clinical Social Work. I've been a therapist for the past decade.

I'm a HUGE fan of Manchester United Football Club. I listen to music by Durand Jones & The Indications on repeat. Meeting with my own therapist is very important to me. My superpowers include cooking HelloFresh meals, singing Disney songs, changing diapers, and enjoying time with my wife, my son, and my puppy dog named "Emory".