- Clear coping tools
- Goal oriented
- Respectful pace
About Matthew
Matthew Kelley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who helps people move past feeling stuck or overwhelmed. He keeps sessions straightforward and practical so therapy feels useful. He works with adults, teens, and veterans on anxiety, depression, life transitions, and everyday stress.
He has a background in education and counseling, which shapes a clear and patient approach. Matthew often uses short-term tools alongside deeper conversation. He focuses on spotting unhelpful patterns and building coping skills that fit daily life.
Matthew has experience supporting people and families affected by autism and other forms of neurodiversity, and he adapts pace and methods to each person’s needs. He emphasizes respect for how someone prefers to work and moves at a realistic rhythm.
Therapy sessions tend to be calm, direct, and practical. Matthew combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy ideas to set goals and test what helps. He avoids one-size-fits-all plans and looks for approaches that produce real, testable changes.
Clients can expect a collaborative tone where conversation and action go together. Matthew aims to make steady, meaningful progress while keeping sessions accessible and down to earth.
How Matthew Uses CBT and Solution-Focused Methods Online
Matthew often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT uses simple, structured exercises to test thoughts and build coping skills for anxiety, depression, and stress.He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set small, achievable goals and identify what already works. This approach is brief and practical, useful for clients who want clear steps and measurable progress toward relationship, career, or life-purpose goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. He adjusts tools and pace based on what the client wants to try and what proves helpful over time.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking, as formats are not specified here. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make sessions easier to attend during life transitions and help keep continuity of care while schedules change. Ask about current session options when you match and schedule to ensure they fit your routine.
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Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Matthew focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, intimacy concerns, career and life-purpose questions, and related struggles such as codependency and isolation.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are straightforward and collaborative, blending practical tools with conversation so therapy feels applicable to daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience in counseling and a background in education that informs his approach.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and provides services from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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