- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- ACT and CBT methods
- Homework between sessions
About Matthew
Matthew English is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Illinois with eight years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and concerns related to LGBT identity. Matthew also addresses issues such as self-esteem, attachment, sexuality, life purpose, men's issues, and self-love.
He uses straightforward conversation and practical exercises in sessions. Matthew encourages noticing thoughts and feelings in the moment and working with the breath. He often suggests short practices between sessions and reviews how those went at the next meeting.
Matthew brings skills from counseling and a background teaching yoga to his work. That experience shapes how he asks people to tune into bodily experience while they talk. Sessions mix talking with brief in-the-moment noticing and simple skills practice.
He describes therapy as a collaborative process. The therapist and client look for values and strengths, then try out small steps that fit daily life. Progress is discussed regularly and homework tasks are kept concrete and manageable.
People who are interested in working on relationship to self, managing anxious or depressive feelings, or processing past hurt may find his style direct and action-oriented. Sessions are conducted in English and follow the licensure standards indicated by his LCSW in Illinois.
How Matthew integrates EFT and ACT into online sessions
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and naming hard-to-reach emotions and on changing unhelpful emotional patterns. It is often used when strong feelings drive repeated reactions that feel stuck. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and choose actions that align with their values while reducing the struggle with painful feelings. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, reflection, and meeting the client where they are so the client can explore what matters to them.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Matthew will collaborate with each person to see which methods fit their needs and goals. He blends techniques, checks in about how an approach feels, and adjusts based on feedback to find a good match.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when a shorter conversation helps. They can also allow people to practice skills between sessions in their day-to-day context. Licensed professionals can use a mix of talking, in-the-moment noticing, and short skills practice during remote appointments to keep sessions practical and focused.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and LGBT-related concerns. He also focuses on self-esteem, attachment issues, sexuality, life purpose, men's issues, and self-love.
What therapeutic approaches does he use?
He uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). These approaches inform how he works in sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of clinical experience as a practicing clinician. His background also includes years teaching yoga and community service work.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) licensed in Illinois. He practices in that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients 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. Specific rates depend on your region.
How do I begin working together?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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