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Matthew Kelley

At a glance

Experience
3 years
Based in
Texas
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

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Matthew Kelley, LPC

Grounded, practical counseling for steady progress

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License and NPI on record

CredentialStateNumber
LPC Texas 95831

NPI1659258804

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  • Practical tools
  • Collaborative style
  • Focus on goals

About Matthew

Matthew Kelley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who helps people feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or tired of repeating the same problems. He keeps things straightforward and practical so sessions aim to produce useful change rather than endless talk. Matthew draws on his background in education and counseling to build clear next steps with each person.

He works with adults, teens, and veterans on anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. He also supports people coping with relationship and family strains, self-esteem and intimacy concerns, career questions, and financial stress. His approach tends to emphasize problem-solving alongside honest conversation.

Matthew uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy ideas to identify unhelpful patterns and try new ways of responding. He tailors tools to each person’s pace and goals and focuses on practical strategies that can be used between sessions. This includes building coping skills and breaking problems into manageable steps.

He has experience working with people affected by autism and neurodiversity, and with veterans. Matthew aims to be patient and clear, adjusting his pace to match what each person needs. Sessions are described as calm, direct, and engaging, with a focus on steady progress.

People who prefer a pragmatic, collaborative approach may find his style a good fit. To begin, readers are encouraged to use the site’s Start Therapy flow and follow the matching steps to connect and schedule a first session.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Intimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

How CBT and Solution-Focused Work Online

Matthew uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and then tries small, practical changes to break unhelpful patterns. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, stress, and everyday coping skills. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on strengths and immediate steps you can try to move toward your goals instead of dwelling on the problem history. It can be useful for relationship issues, career decisions, and short-term challenges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Matthew will help you identify goals and pick methods that match your needs and preferences. He adapts the plan over time based on what helps you make steady progress.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins, or giving more scheduling flexibility around work or school. It also makes it simple to continue momentum between sessions by using homework and tools that carry into daily routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Matthew commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family matters, self-esteem, intimacy-related issues, career and coaching questions, and related areas such as money problems and isolation.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is straightforward and collaborative, with a focus on practical tools and clear next steps rather than open-ended talk.

What kind of experience does he have?

He has three years of counseling experience and a background in education and counseling that informs his practical approach.

What are his credentials and location?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - practicing in Texas.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What do I do to start therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist vailability shown in the platform.

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