Matthew McKinley, LPCC

Matthew McKinley is a licensed professional clinical counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and relationship or intimacy-related struggles. He also supports those dealing with addiction, grief, parenting strains, sleep problems, anger, career concerns, and life changes. He practices in Ohio and works in English. Matthew aims to make therapy feel less awkward and more grounded. He prefers straightforward conversations that include humor and everyday language. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use right away to manage intense emotions and to build on strengths. He blends several approaches to fit each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps with identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports clarifying values and taking meaningful action even when feelings are strong. Client-Centered Therapy keeps the person’s own goals central to the work. Matthew has six years of clinical experience and holds the LPCC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. His background includes work with trauma, anxiety, and addiction-related concerns, and he draws on varied influences to shape his sessions. People who choose him can expect a collaborative style that balances practical skills with honest conversation. He encourages small, doable changes and explores how past experiences shape present reactions. If someone wants to begin, they can use the site’s matching process to find out more and schedule a session.

Approaches that guide online work and choice

Matthew uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in ways that people can use online. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical experiments, which can help with anxiety, depression, and compulsive behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and build small actions that align with those values, even when emotions are intense.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Matthew will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. He expects this to evolve as the work progresses, and he invites honest feedback about what is or isn't helpful.

Confirm the specific session options before booking, since formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a weeknight or a lunch break, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. These practical benefits help people keep momentum and apply new skills between meetings.