- CBT oriented
- Relationship focus
- Men's wellbeing
About Matthew
Matthew Carleton is a licensed social worker who works with men and others on stress, anxiety, relationship problems, and self-esteem. He also helps people facing depression, anger, addiction, and major life changes. Matthew brings a direct, practical style to sessions and focuses on skills people can use between meetings.
He has been providing individual therapy for seven years and has led groups on domestic violence and relationship topics for about twelve years. Matthew uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. He also draws on principles from the Gottman Method when relationship work is needed.
Sessions focus on noticing and changing unhelpful thinking patterns. Matthew helps clients build coping skills for anxiety, reduce impulsive reactions, and work through attachment and abandonment concerns. He supports men who want clearer boundaries, better self-worth, and help with life transitions.
People can expect straightforward conversations, goal-setting, and homework that practices new skills. Matthew aims for sessions that feel practical and relevant to daily life. He encourages small steps that add up to real change.
He practices in Michigan and works in English. If you want to explore whether his approach fits your needs, use the site to start the matching and scheduling process.
Using CBT and the Gottman Method in online work
Matthew commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a method that helps people identify thoughts that feed anxiety or depression and then practice different ways of thinking and acting. CBT is useful for stress, mood struggles, and breaking cycles of worry or avoidance.He also uses ideas from the Gottman Method when relationship issues are the focus. That approach teaches communication and conflict tools people can use to improve connection and reduce repeated arguments.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Matthew will work with each person to figure out which methods match their goals and preferences. He treats therapy as a collaborative effort and adjusts plans based on what is helpful in real life.
Confirm the session formats before booking because this profile does not list specific online or in-person options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, enable shorter check-ins during breaks, and remove travel time. Talk with the therapist during the matching step to learn about current options and what might work best for your routine.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Matthew help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, anger, self-esteem, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting, career questions, depression, and coping with life changes.
What is his approach in sessions?
Matthew uses a practical, skills-focused approach. Sessions often include identifying unhelpful thoughts and practicing new behaviors between meetings.
How long has he been practicing?
He has about seven years of experience in individual therapy and around twelve years leading group work on domestic violence and relationships.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds an LMSW which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking by checking the platform details, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.