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Matthew Carleton, LMSW
Michigan
LMSW - relationships and anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Smoking cessation support
About Matthew
Matthew Carleton is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) in Michigan with seven years of experience in individual therapy. He focuses on relationship concerns, anxiety, and building self-esteem. He also addresses stress, anger, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting, career questions, and life changes.
Matthew uses straightforward, skills-based work in sessions. He helps people notice thoughts and habits that make problems worse. Then he practices different ways of responding, often with short exercises between meetings.
His main clinical approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. He also draws on the Gottman Method when relationship patterns and communication are central issues. Sessions mix conversation with practical tasks and feedback.
Matthew has run group work related to domestic violence and relationships for many years in addition to individual therapy. He keeps sessions focused on concrete goals like reducing panic, handling conflict with less escalation, improving self-image, and quitting smoking or vaping.
People who prefer clear steps and measurable progress tend to do well with his style. He asks about current problems, sets short-term aims, and tracks progress. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the provided online options.
How his approaches work for remote sessions
Matthew uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify the thoughts and routines that feed anxiety and depression. CBT sessions usually involve setting concrete goals, practicing alternative thoughts or actions, and trying brief exercises between meetings to test what helps.He also uses the Gottman Method for relationship issues, focusing on communication skills and patterns that increase trust or reduce conflict. Gottman-based work often includes structured conversations and practice of specific interaction skills.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He reviews a client’s goals and preferences and agrees on methods together. That collaborative selection can change as progress is tracked and new needs emerge.
Session formats listed in the original biography are not specified, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find remote sessions help maintain consistency while they practice skills in everyday settings.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, self-esteem, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting, career issues, depression, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, skills-focused approach that highlights noticing unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors between sessions.
What is his professional background?
He is a licensed master social worker with seven years of experience in individual therapy and over a decade running groups related to domestic violence and relationships.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices in Michigan and holds the credential MI LMSW.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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