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Online therapist

Matthew McKinley

Support that feels practical and human

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Credentials
LPCC
Experience
6 years
Licensed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Matthew

Matthew McKinley creates a different kind of therapy room. He aims to make conversations feel natural instead of stiff. He listens for what matters most and helps people take small, practical steps forward.

Matthew uses plain talk, compassion, and a steady presence to guide change. Matthew blends several therapy styles to match each person's needs. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to help with thoughts, values, and personal agency.

Background and approach

Sessions often include skill practice, real-life experiments, and moments to notice what matters most. He has six years of clinical experience and holds the LPCC credential - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - in Ohio. That background informs how he balances practical skills with deeper exploration.

Matthew describes therapy as a collaborative effort where goals are set together and progress is tracked in clear ways. Common topics he addresses include stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, grief, and parenting. He also works with patterns like codependency, communication problems, and caregiver stress.

Matthew uses techniques drawn from DBT and existential ideas when those fit a person's situation. Sessions can include breathing and mindfulness exercises, behavior experiments, and values-based planning. The tone aims to be straightforward and hopeful.

Parents and adults looking for a down-to-earth approach will find an emphasis on usable tools and steady support.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take committed action toward those values. It uses exercises to notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and experiments. CBT is often used for anxiety, mood concerns, and habits that interfere with daily life. Client-Centered Therapy puts the person's experience front and center and emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship to support growth and self-directed change.

Choosing the right approach usually happens together. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what works for the person. This collaborative process makes it easier to find tools that fit a client's situation and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it simpler to fit sessions around work, family, and school. Remote formats also allow practice of skills in the places where problems happen most, and make it possible to check in between sessions when needed. Licensed professionals can use these formats to keep treatment focused, practical, and tailored to each person's life.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Matthew address?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, parenting, grief, addictions, and relationship and family concerns.
What is his therapeutic style like?
The style is collaborative and down-to-earth. Sessions focus on clear goals, practical exercises, and honest conversation.
What kind of training and experience does he have?
He has six years of clinical experience and holds the LPCC credential in Ohio, listed as OH LPCC E.2102291.
Where is Matthew licensed to practice?
Matthew is licensed in Ohio as an LPCC with credential OH LPCC E.2102291.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients seen?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions delivered?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How do fees and the subscription work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

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Experience
6 years
Licensed
Ohio
Languages
English

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