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- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Motivational interviewing
About Henry
Henry "Hank" Matthews is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with 20 years of experience. He focuses on addictions, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, sleep problems, depression, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. He conducts sessions in English and does not take international clients.
He began his work in substance use counseling and later expanded into helping people with relationship difficulties. Hank uses practical conversation to identify patterns that interfere with daily life and relationships. He helps people spot repeated reactions, try different responses, and build clearer ways of relating to others.
Hank emphasizes listening first. He aims to validate feelings and help people widen their response options. In sessions he mixes attention to emotions with focused problem-solving so clients can notice what works and what does not. He encourages small behavior changes that add up over time.
Motivation and readiness for change are central to his approach. He supports people who are willing to try new actions and practice different habits. He also helps people navigate grief and loss, and manage stress that comes from busy or demanding lives.
People who reach out can expect straightforward conversation and a focus on real-world steps. He asks practical questions, offers resources, and tracks progress together. To begin, prospective clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
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How his approaches guide remote sessions
Hank often draws on attachment-based work and motivational interviewing when working with people remotely. Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and helps people notice recurring interaction styles. Motivational interviewing focuses on a person's own reasons for change and uses short conversations to build readiness and practical steps.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals and preferences. Together they review what is helping, try different strategies, and adjust the plan as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people maintain steady progress while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with addictions, relationship difficulties, grief, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, sleep problems, depression, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a mix of attachment-based approaches, client-centered dialogue, emotionally-focused work, and motivational interviewing to validate feelings and expand response options.
How much experience does he have?
He has worked as a counselor since 2005, totaling about 20 years of professional experience including internship time.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Virginia and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your initial session through the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.