Matthew Rome, LCPC

Matthew Rome is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 14 years of experience. He works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, and ADHD. He also focuses on life purpose, mood concerns, and building self-love.

Matthew keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He listens to what is most pressing and helps people name the next steps they can try. His work draws on several approaches that emphasize present-moment skills, clearer thinking, and values-based choices.

He uses methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different actions. He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness practices to teach emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. Client-centered methods guide how he shapes conversations so the client’s priorities lead the work.

Matthew has worked across a range of concerns for many years. He describes therapy as a collaborative process where the person’s goals drive which tools get used. Sessions typically focus on small, doable changes that fit into everyday life.

People who are feeling stuck after a job change, relationship shift, health event, or other life transition may find his practical focus useful. He asks straightforward questions and helps clients weigh options about what to try next. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking.

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