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- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Client-Centered methods
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About Matthew
Matthew Christensen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Idaho with 13 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting, and anger. He also addresses related areas such as abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and substance-related problems.
Matthew uses practical, conversational approaches in sessions. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy. Sessions are aimed at helping people name what matters to them, notice patterns, and try small changes that fit daily life.
His style is straightforward and person-focused. He works at a pace the client chooses and emphasizes respect and dignity in conversation. Sessions typically involve listening, reflecting, and introducing skills or perspectives that can be practiced between meetings.
Matthew’s background includes over a decade in mental health settings, working with individuals facing mood, trauma, attention, and relationship challenges. He brings experience with both emotional regulation skills and relational work that looks at patterns between people.
People considering him should expect clear, goal-oriented talk therapy that uses evidence-based techniques alongside a person-centered posture. To start a process, visitors are asked to follow the site buttons to match and schedule a first session.
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Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small actions that align with those values. It helps with anxiety, depression, and problems that recur because of avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and introduces practical skills to change them; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on emotions and relationship patterns to shift how people connect and respond to each other.Finding the best approach is part of the work. Matthew will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That might mean trying elements from different approaches and adjusting based on what helps in day-to-day life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or travel. They also support brief check-ins when a full in-person visit is hard to schedule, allow work on skills between meetings, and reduce time spent commuting. Licensed professionals commonly adapt exercises, worksheets, and behavioral tasks to remote meetings so that progress continues between sessions.
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Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy issues, parenting, and anger, along with related topics like codependency and chronic illness.
What therapy approaches does he use?
He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT).
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of experience working in the mental health field.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Idaho.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.