- Values-based work
- Practical skills
- Gentle directness
About Matthew
Matthew McKinley is a licensed professional clinical counselor with six years of experience helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or worn out. He supports those dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, codependency, addiction concerns, grief, and major life changes. Matthew aims to create a therapy experience that feels human and down-to-earth rather than stiff or clinical.
Matthew uses a blend of straightforward talk, practical tools, and reflective questioning. He draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas to help people clarify values and take meaningful action.
Sessions focus on what matters most to each person. Matthew helps clients manage strong emotions, rebuild daily routines like sleep and work, and handle relationship or intimacy-related struggles. He also addresses caregiver stress, attachment-related patterns, and impulsivity concerns when they come up.
His style is calming but direct. He encourages small, doable steps and practices that fit into everyday life. Humor and compassion are often part of the work, alongside skills training when needed.
Matthew holds an Ohio LPCC, which means he practices as a licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio. He sees therapy as a collaborative process where goals are set together and adjusted as progress happens.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that reflect their values. This can be useful for anxiety, codependency patterns, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small experiments and behavior changes, which helps with depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, offers practical skills for emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness and is helpful for impulsivity and strong mood swings.Finding the right approach is a team effort. Matthew will work with each person to blend methods that fit their goals and preferences. The plan can change over time as needs and progress become clearer.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and reduce travel time. It also supports using homework tools, guided exercises, and mindfulness practices between sessions, so therapy work continues outside the appointment.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, codependency, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, and life changes among other concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
His approach is calm and direct, mixing practical skills with reflective conversation. He aims for short, doable steps clients can use outside sessions.
What experience does he bring?
Matthew has six years of clinical experience and focuses on helping people manage strong emotions, trauma-related concerns, and behavior change.
What credentials and location apply?
He holds an Ohio LPCC and practices in Ohio as a licensed professional clinical counselor.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients served?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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