- ACT and CBT
- Mindfulness tools
- Goal focused work
About Matthew
Matthew Hughes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah with five years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, and depression. He also helps people who struggle with forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, panic attacks, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and social anxiety.
He uses a mix of practical approaches in sessions. Matthew draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, psychodynamic ideas, and a client-centered stance. He talks through thoughts and behaviors, teaches skills for managing strong feelings, and explores how past experiences influence current reactions.
Sessions are focused and goal-oriented. Some meetings include short exercises to notice patterns, try new responses, and practice calming strategies. He pays attention to how anger shows up at work, at home, and inside relationships, and helps clients learn steady ways to respond rather than react.
Matthew often combines talking with hands-on tools. That can look like worksheets, behavior experiments between sessions, and brief mindfulness practices in the appointment. He uses the methods above to reduce intense moods and increase clearer decision making.
People who choose him can expect straightforward, practical sessions that emphasize real-world changes. To get started, follow the site prompts to see online therapy options and schedule an initial meeting.
Therapeutic approaches for online sessions
Matthew commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in clinical work. ACT focuses on noticing what matters, accepting difficult thoughts, and committing to actions that reflect personal values. It can help when anger or avoidance gets in the way of living according to your goals.CBT looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It teaches practical skills to test unhelpful thoughts, reduce automatic reactions, and change behavioral patterns that keep anger and anxiety active. Mindfulness techniques are often added to help clients observe their reactions without immediately acting on them.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which strategies fit best based on needs, goals, and preferences. That might mean focusing on values-based actions with ACT, building specific CBT skills, or blending elements from different approaches.
Confirm available session formats before booking since specific formats are not listed in the profile. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists generally use these practical benefits to help clients maintain progress between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which anger-related concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, and depression. Additional focuses include forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, panic attacks, and post-traumatic stress.
What is his general therapy style?
He combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, psychodynamic ideas, and a client-centered approach. Sessions are practical and often include exercises to change thoughts and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of experience as a clinician working with adults on mood and trauma-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Utah. His practice is listed as operating in Utah.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking since the profile does not list specific formats. Use the site buttons to view available choices.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the plan you choose.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.