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- Stress and anxiety
- Depression and mood
- Values based work
About Matthew
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 14 years of experience, Matthew Rome helps people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and ADHD. He focuses on practical issues like motivation, mood, self-love and questions of life purpose. Sessions are presented in straightforward language and with respect for each person's situation.
Matthew uses a mix of evidence-informed approaches. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify values and commit to actions that matter. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build different habits. Mindfulness techniques and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are combined when emotional regulation or distress tolerance are goals.
In practice he keeps conversations direct and goal-oriented. People can expect to talk through current problems, try small experiments between sessions, and learn concrete skills for managing mood and behavior. The work emphasizes doing things that matter while learning to respond differently to difficult thoughts and feelings.
Matthew’s background includes 14 years in clinical settings working with a range of presenting concerns. He is an LCPC in Illinois and sees therapy as a collaborative process where the person’s preferences guide choice of methods.
If you’re considering a first appointment, Matthew asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule an initial session. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; confirm any session formats before booking.
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How Matthew integrates key approaches for remote work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that reflect their values. It is useful when someone wants clearer direction or to rebuild motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going, then testing new ways of thinking and acting. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. Mindfulness Therapy teaches skills for paying attention to the present moment and reducing reactivity, which supports emotional regulation and stress management.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Matthew treats this as a collaborative process where client goals, preferences and responses guide which methods are emphasized. Early sessions focus on understanding the immediate problems and agreeing on practical steps to try. He will adjust methods if something is not working or if priorities change.
Confirm available session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove the need to travel to appointments. If technology or session length matters to you, note that these practical preferences are part of the initial matching and scheduling process.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and ADHD. He also focuses on life purpose, mood disorders and self-love.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
The practice uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered techniques and Mindfulness Therapy. These are blended to match each person's needs and goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 14 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with a range of presenting concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an LCPC - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - licensed in Illinois.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
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 schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.