- Anxiety and stress
- Relationship issues
- Grief and trauma
About Matthew
Matthew Powell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland with 23 years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Matthew focuses on practical support and straightforward conversation to help clients manage difficult feelings and decide on next steps.
He starts by listening to each person’s concerns and identifying the strengths they already have. Sessions are conversational and goal-focused, with attention to what is causing distress now and what might help reduce it. Matthew emphasizes clear, manageable steps rather than long lists of techniques.
People come for help with problems such as panic attacks, social anxiety and phobias, attachment or abandonment worries, and periods of intense loneliness. He also supports those coping with guilt, shame, impulsivity, and the emotional fallout of separation or financial stress. He talks through immediate coping skills and ways to approach longer-term patterns.
Over two decades in practice have included work across a variety of clinical situations, which informs how he tailors conversations and interventions. He speaks English and practices in Maryland as an LCSW-C. The first session typically reviews current concerns, practical goals, and options for follow-up.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, with costs that vary by location.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Matthew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and understanding patterns. One common approach used in such work is cognitive strategies that help people notice and shift unhelpful thoughts, which can ease anxiety and panic symptoms. Another common strand involves behavioral techniques that encourage gradual exposure to feared situations or social settings, helping people build tolerance and confidence over time.Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss what feels most relevant and will adjust approaches based on the client’s goals, comfort, and progress. Clients are invited to give feedback about what helps and what does not, and steps are adjusted accordingly.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm supported options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing sessions during breaks or from different locations. It can also allow shorter check-ins when quicker support is helpful or let people choose audio-only exchanges if being on camera feels difficult. Ask about the available formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire and book the first session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Matthew help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. His additional focus areas include social anxiety and phobia, panic attacks, attachment and abandonment issues, and loneliness.
What is his approach in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. He listens, identifies strengths, and works on clear practical steps clients can try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 23 years of professional work experience. That background informs how he helps with both immediate coping and longer-term patterns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW-C licensed in Maryland. He practices in Maryland and lists that credential as his professional qualification.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How are fees handled?
Session cost varies with location and the service uses a subscription model. The subscription can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.