- CBT techniques
- Gottman Method
- Smoking cessation
About Matthew
Matthew Carleton is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with seven years of experience doing individual therapy. He helps people managing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, anger, low self-esteem, addiction concerns, trauma, and life changes. His work often focuses on relationship problems and building self-esteem alongside coping skills for anxiety and depression.
He describes his main approach as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which he uses to identify and challenge thoughts that feed depression and anxiety. He has also led group work related to domestic violence and relationships for about 12 years, so he brings practical experience from both individual and group settings. Sessions are straightforward and task-focused, aimed at clear steps clients can try between meetings.
Matthew works with a broad set of concerns related to family and relationship dynamics, including blended family issues, divorce and separation, family of origin problems, and attachment or abandonment worries. He also addresses impulsivity, jealousy, men’s issues, midlife transitions, life purpose, and body image or self-love struggles. For people wanting to stop smoking or vaping, he includes cessation support.
His style is direct and practical. He helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, try alternative actions, and track what changes. He uses the Gottman Method techniques when appropriate for relationship work alongside CBT tools.
Sessions are conducted in English and Matthew practices in Michigan. Before booking, confirm the current session options and formats offered.
How his approaches translate to online work
Matthew uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thinking that lead to anger, anxiety, or low mood. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions so clients can try small experiments and see what changes. The Gottman Method is used for relationship-focused sessions and offers practical skills for communication, conflict management, and rebuilding trust.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew collaborates with clients to decide whether CBT, Gottman techniques, or a combination fits best. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful before moving to structured exercises or homework.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Therapists can also use video, phone, or other formats depending on what clients prefer and what the therapist currently offers.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, addiction, trauma, depression, and coping with life changes.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is practical and task-oriented. He focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of individual therapy experience and about 12 years running groups focused on domestic violence and relationship topics.
What credential and location does he hold?
He is an LMSW, licensed in Michigan, and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.