- CBT focus
- Gottman approach
- Smoking cessation
About Matthew
Matthew Carleton is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with seven years of experience in individual therapy. He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting, career questions, depression, and coping with life changes.
Matthew uses straightforward, goal-focused methods in sessions. He often works with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that feed anxiety and low mood. He also uses ideas from the Gottman Method when addressing relationship patterns and communication problems.
In a typical session he talks through current difficulties, helps spot thinking patterns that make things worse, and tests practical ways to respond differently. He has led group work around domestic violence and relationships for many years, which supports his work on boundaries and safety in relationships.
People come to him for issues like jealousy, abandonment, attachment concerns, blended family problems, divorce and separation, and impulsivity. He also helps with life-stage struggles such as finding direction, men’s concerns, midlife questioning, body image, and smoking or vaping cessation.
Matthew combines behavioral techniques with conversation about values and next steps. He encourages active practice between sessions so new skills can stick. Sessions are held from Michigan and are conducted in English.
How his approaches translate to online work
Matthew uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down how thoughts influence feelings and actions. Online sessions can include talking through specific thoughts, planning experiments to test them, and assigning short practice tasks to try during the week. This approach is useful for anxiety, depression, and habit change. He also draws on principles from the Gottman Method to address relationship patterns. That work focuses on communication skills, spotting recurring conflict cycles, and building practical routines that reduce arguing and increase connection. Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. Matthew will discuss your needs, goals, and preferences and recommend approaches that fit what you want to work on. He adjusts plans as you try techniques and report back on what helps. Confirm the exact session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into study, work, or busy days because they save commuting time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and can be done without being on camera if that helps. Licensed professionals can still use CBT and Gottman techniques effectively through remote sessions, focusing on practical skills you can apply between meetings.Areas of expertise
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, addictions, trauma and related concerns such as parenting, career worries, and coping with life changes.
How would he work with anxiety or low mood?
He typically uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Sessions focus on practical steps you can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of experience in individual therapy and has led group work involving domestic violence and relationships for about 12 years.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMSW, which stands for Licensed Master Social Worker, and practices in Michigan.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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