Matt Dill (Ph.D)

My approach is based on the notion that we grow, become more authentic, and overcome barriers to meaningful living when we allow ourselves to say everything on our minds (i.e., free associate) in a containing and supportive environment. In doing so, we can gradually confront and free ourselves from long-standing, maladaptive behaviors and habits of mind while uncovering new insights about our deeper selves, memories, relationships, repressed desires, and dreams for the future. As this process unfolds, we find that we suffer less, are now freer for what we desire, more present with others, and more creative in our ways of living. Clients can expect me to listen with empathy, acceptance, and open curiosity and raise occasional questions when it may help illuminate something the client is ready, yet hesitating, to explore and confront. In this way, we work together at whatever pace is most agreeable, yet therapeutically effective, for the client.

I have experience working with a wide range of mental health disturbances including those commonly known as schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, substance abuse, addiction, PTSD, depersonalization, derealization, schizoid personality disorder, and anxiety. I also work with individuals experiencing satisfactory mental health who are nonetheless interested in knowing themselves better or creating more meaning and fulfillment in their lives.

Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis - Doctorate Candidate in Clinical Psychoanalysis, 2021 - Present Boston University - Ph.D. in Philosophy, 2020 University of Missouri Kansas City - B.A. in Philosophy, magna cum laude, 2011 St. Charles Community College – A.A. in Philosophy CV: https://mattdill.weebly.com/cv.html