Dr. Matthew May, MD

Dr. Matthew May is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist, licensed by the California State Medical Board, with extensive expertise in both psychiatry and advanced psychotherapy. His patient-centered approach combines evidence-based practices with compassionate care, helping individuals achieve lasting mental health and well-being

With over 15 years of clinical experience, he specializes in a range of therapeutic modalities, including:

• T.E.A.M.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Medical hypnosis
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma-related disorders

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. May has contributed significantly to the field through teaching and training. Since 2006, he has served as an Adjunct Clinical Faculty Member at Stanford University’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, where he trains and mentors resident physicians. He was also the primary instructor for the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy course at the Stanford-Pacific Graduate School of Psychology Consortium and …regularly leads advanced psychotherapy workshops for therapists worldwide through the Feeling Good Institute. Dr. May’s unique blend of clinical expertise, teaching experience, and commitment to advancing mental health practices makes him a trusted resource for both patients and professionals.

TEAM

The general framework he uses during therapy is called "TEAM" and was developed by Dr. David Burns.  A brief description follows and you can read more about the specific methods, models and techniques used in TEAM therapy here.

T = Testing

E = Empathy

A = Agenda Setting

M = Methods

Testing:  Sometimes people know that they don't feel quite right, but they can't quite put their finger on what is bothering them.  Testing can help clarify what the problem is.  It may involve surveys that you can complete on your own in addition to questions that he can discuss with you. 

Empathy:  Most people benefit from having a place to talk freely and openly, knowing that they can just be themselves and that they will be accepted, valued, understood and respected. He believes that the empathic connection is a vital ingredient for successful therapy.  Sometimes this is the only thing a person needs to recover completely!

Agenda Setting:  If you think that you want more than empathic listening or if the goals you want to achieve in therapy require more advanced techniques, we will talk about the pros and cons of change and what is likely to be required from you in order to meet your goals.

Methods:  Imagine that a person with depression is like a wealthy man who has accidentally locked all of his gold inside a solid locked chest.  Each of the Methods, then, is like a single key on a large key-ring.  We may try several 'keys', explore several types of therapy, before we discover the one that produces results for you!

Whether you're seeking personalized therapy for mental health challenges or looking for advanced training in CBT or medical hypnosis, Dr. May offers a wealth of knowledge and experience to support your mental health journey.

Check out these videos to learn more about the services Dr. May Provides:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Z-5bsvtNg4 

https://youtu.be/gvYK-evArBI?feature=shared