Matthew McKinley

Matthew McKinley is an LPCC based in Ohio who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship struggles. He focuses on practical change and building inner strength so everyday life feels more manageable. He aims to make therapy less awkward and more relatable for people who felt previous care missed something important.

He uses Trauma-Focused Therapy alongside evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Sessions emphasize clear goals, skill practice, and honest conversation rather than jargon or heavy formality. Matthew also draws on existential ideas and personal study of Tibetan Buddhist perspectives to shape how he discusses meaning and values.

Common concerns addressed include coping with life changes, grief, compassion fatigue, addictions, sleep problems, anger, and issues with self-esteem and intimacy. He also supports people dealing with attachment problems, dissociation, impulsivity, hoarding, and first responder stress. Work may include behavioral experiments, values-based action, mindfulness skills, and targeted exposure techniques depending on client needs.

Matthew has six years of clinical experience and holds the credential Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC. He works in Ohio and conducts sessions in English. He aims to build a collaborative relationship where clients set the pace and priorities.

People interested in exploring therapy are encouraged to review their options and follow the site's Start Therapy process to match with him and schedule an initial session.

How his therapy approaches translate to online work

Trauma-Focused Therapy focuses on processing difficult memories and learning ways to tolerate strong emotions. It often includes gradual exposure to troubling material and learning practical coping skills to reduce distress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values while learning to live with uncomfortable thoughts and feelings.

Matthew also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which centers the conversation on the person's experience and priorities. That approach emphasizes listening, empathy, and working at a pace the client sets. Together with Trauma-Focused and ACT-based tools, this creates a mix of skills practice, values work, and collaborative problem-solving.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will help clients decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, and adjust plans as needs change. This is a collaborative process that balances symptom relief with building longer-term strengths.

Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not specified on the profile. Many people find online therapy can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about available session options so sessions can be arranged to fit a busy life.