- Anger management skills
- CBT and ACT techniques
- Mindfulness exercises
About Matthew
Matthew "Matt" Daues is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW and CSW, licensed in California and Missouri with 25 years of experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, and relationship or family strain. He also helps with sleep trouble, parenting challenges, career stress, and compassion fatigue.
Matt keeps a relaxed, straightforward style in sessions. He listens first, then helps people set practical goals. He uses clear tools rather than jargon, and often shows short exercises during the appointment.
His approach borrows from several methods that focus on present-day choices and small steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice and change thinking patterns that fuel anger or anxiety. Mindfulness practices are used to build awareness and calm. Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel stuck and want to make changes.
In session Matt may guide breathing or brief meditation to interrupt rising tension. He also works on concrete skills for handling conflict, managing frustration at work, and reducing resentment at home. He encourages straightforward problem solving and step-by-step behavior changes.
He considers emotional, physical, and social factors when making a plan. That means talking about sleep, stressors at work, finances, or family dynamics when they affect mood or anger. People leave with clear next steps and short exercises to try between appointments.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that match personal values. It helps with anger and ongoing stress by shifting attention toward meaningful behavior instead of getting stuck in thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns that feed anger or depression. Mindfulness practice trains simple awareness and breathing techniques that reduce reactivity and improve sleep and focus.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, preferences, and daily routine. That means trying an approach, checking how it fits, and adjusting plans together rather than committing to one set method from the start.
The practical benefit of remote sessions is fitting therapy into daily life. Confirm the current session formats before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to schedule short check-ins, use brief mindfulness exercises during a lunch break, or avoid travel time. Sessions can focus on skill practice, behavior planning, and real-time coaching through exercises that translate well to a screen or phone call.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Missouri, California, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he support?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, sleep problems, relationship and family concerns, and related life changes.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is laid back and practical. He listens, helps set goals, and uses clear exercises during sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience as a clinical social worker in mental health settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in California and Missouri; his practice location is listed as Missouri.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.