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Matthew Rome

Insightful therapy rooted in practical skills

LCPC Illinois

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Anger, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Matthew

Matthew Rome is an Illinois-licensed LCPC who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, and depression while building stronger self-esteem and motivation. With 14 years of clinical work, he draws on a range of evidence-informed techniques to tailor care to each person's circumstances and goals.

Background and approach

He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion as central to the therapeutic relationship. His practice also addresses trauma and abuse, ADHD, life purpose, mood disorders, and self-love.

Matthew adapts the dialogue and treatment plan to fit individual needs, offering practical skills alongside reflective exploration. He frames the decision to seek help as a courageous step and positions himself as a supportive collaborator through the process of pursuing greater well-being.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care

Matthew often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete skills for changing behaviors and moods; this approach is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values, accept difficult internal experiences, and take value-driven action when avoidance gets in the way of life goals. Client-centered principles guide his work as well, creating a listening stance that emphasizes empathy and collaboration while clients set the pace and direction of change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with clients to determine which combination of methods feels helpful, adjusting strategies to match someone’s needs, goals, and preferences rather than relying on a single technique.

Online therapy with him is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to maintain continuity of care when in-person sessions are not practical, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver consistent therapeutic support.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Matthew commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, self esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, and ADHD, and also addresses life purpose, mood disorders, and self-love.
What approach does he typically use in sessions?
Matthew uses a blend of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered techniques, DBT skills, and mindfulness to match intervention to client needs.
How much clinical experience does this therapist have?
He has 14 years of professional experience working with clients across a range of concerns and age groups.
Where is Matthew licensed and what are his credentials?
He holds the LCPC credential and is licensed in Illinois with the license number IL LCPC 180.015023.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Trauma and abuseADHD

Additional focus areas

Life purposeMood disordersSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

Illinois

Languages

English