Works with
How Matthew works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Idaho
- Years in practice
- 13
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Matthew
Matthew Christensen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience helping people manage strong emotions and life stressors. He works in Idaho and speaks English. He is calm and approachable, and he meets people where they are without rushing the process.
Matthew focuses on everyday problems like anger, stress, anxiety, depression, and addiction. He also helps with trauma, relationship strain, parenting concerns, grief, and challenges related to ADHD or autism.
Background and approach
He aims to make sessions practical and understandable for people under pressure. In session he uses straightforward, person-centered methods. Conversations are paced to each person's comfort.
He listens first, then offers skills and exercises drawn from evidence-based approaches. Clients can expect clear, usable tools rather than jargon. Matthew has worked in mental health settings for more than a decade.
That experience gives him a broad view of common life struggles and how they affect daily routines, work, and relationships. He draws on a mix of therapy styles to match what a person needs. He believes change happens in small steps and focuses on goals people care about.
Sessions can address behaviors, thinking patterns, emotional regulation, and relationship dynamics. The aim is to reduce distress and increase choices for moving forward. To begin, people follow the standard sign-up and matching process and choose a session format that fits their schedule.
Matthew uses video, phone, live chat, and text messaging to connect with clients in Idaho.
What Matthew works with
Everything Matthew lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Matthew's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- ADHD
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Abandonment
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Fatherhood issues
- Guilt and shame
- Intellectual disability
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Approaches Matthew lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters most and take small actions toward those values. It is useful when someone feels stuck by difficult thoughts or feelings and wants to live more in line with their priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and practicing alternatives. It is practical for anxiety, depression, anger, and when someone wants clear skills to change daily routines.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will talk with each person about their goals, strengths, and preferences, and then recommend a mix of methods. That collaboration helps tailor sessions to real-life needs rather than forcing a single model.
Online sessions can fit busy schedules and different comfort levels. Video calls let people use visual cues and more extended conversation. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text messaging offer quick check-ins, shorter reflections, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent and practical for day-to-day life.
Questions people ask about Matthew
What concerns does he help with?
He works with people facing anger, stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, relationship strain, parenting issues, grief, and related challenges.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is person-centered and laid-back, focusing on listening first and teaching practical skills that fit each person's pace.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of experience working in the mental health field and has supported people with a wide range of concerns.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practices in Idaho and holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
He meets with people by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.