About Matthew
Matthew Rome is a licensed clinical professional counselor practicing in Illinois. He focuses on helping people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and ADHD. He aims to create a respectful, sensitive atmosphere where clients can speak honestly and start making changes.
He uses a variety of practical approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports choosing actions that match values even when emotions are strong.
Background and approach
Mindfulness practices teach simple ways to stay present and reduce reactivity. Sessions are tailored to each person. Dialogue and strategies are adjusted to match goals and life demands.
Matthew emphasizes clear, doable steps rather than long lists of theory, so people can try things between sessions and notice what helps. Clients who want help finding direction or improving mood and self-worth can explore values-based goals and small behavioral changes. He also works on anger management and building motivation so daily life feels more manageable.
Matthew brings 14 years of professional experience as an Illinois LCPC. He approaches work with compassion and respect, and he supports people as they take the first steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking steps that matter, even when difficult thoughts or feelings show up. It can help when anxiety or low mood get in the way of living the life someone wants. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offers practical strategies to change patterns that keep stress and depression going. Mindfulness Therapy teaches short attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and preferences. He adjusts techniques over time so the plan remains useful and achievable rather than rigid or overwhelming.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video calls let people connect face to face when bandwidth and surroundings allow. Phone sessions work well when a camera is not convenient or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging are useful for brief check-ins, ongoing support between sessions, or when written reflection feels helpful. These options aim to make therapy easier to fit into real life while using the therapist's approaches in practical ways.
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What this therapist works with
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- Stress, Anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem
Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 14 years
- Licensed
- Illinois
- Languages
- English
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