Patrick Edmond Matthews
He/Him/His
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCHe/Him/His
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCPatrick Matthews is a licensed professional counselor and psychotherapist with 20+ years of professional experience in the areas of higher education, mental health, and wellness. He has experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds in healing and wellness. Mr. Matthews has been an adjunct professor and has lived abroad in Austria, Germany, and England. He specializes in assisting people with anxiety and depression while they are going through life changing events. Other areas of expertise include ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, narcissistic abuse, personal growth, relationships, and improving self care.
Clinical Interests: Mindfulness and Meditation; Stress reduction, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT); Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Motivational Interviewing; Trauma Informed Care. Specialties: Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Behavioral Issues, ADHD, Loss/Grief, Schizophrenia, Relationship Issues, Anger Management, and Coping Skills.
Mr. Matthews holds sessions via video-therapy through a HIPPAA approved video platform.
ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Divorce & separation - Questioning or feeling unsatisfied in your relationship; contemplation and navigation of separation; addressing issues of power, voice, and communication challenges
Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Years of Experience: 29 years
Private Practice Self Employed, Psychotherapist, 2019 - Present
UW--Madison, Masters in Counseling, 1994
UW--Milwaukee, Bachelors of Psychology, 1988
UW--Milwaukee, Bachelors of Fine Arts, 1985
Wisconsin: 7407-125
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