- CBT methods
- Existential focus
- Family of origin issues
About Matthew
Matthew "Matt" Forbes is a Utah licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with nine years of experience helping adults address stress, anxiety, grief, and LGBT-related concerns. He also supports people working on self-esteem, motivation, and confidence. Matt writes plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use in daily life.
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and try small behavior changes that reduce distress. He pairs that with existential ideas that help people name values and decisions when life feels uncertain. Sessions tend to be direct and conversational, with an emphasis on what can change between meetings.
Matt has worked with issues that often trace back to family of origin patterns, such as fatherhood questions, family problems, guilt, shame, and loneliness. He helps clients notice how old roles and expectations still shape choices today, and then practices different ways of responding. This can include experiments in communication, boundary-setting, or changing daily routines.
People bring a mix of practical concerns and painful memories. Matt aims to clarify what matters most, then break larger problems into manageable tasks. He explains techniques simply and coaches clients in using them outside sessions.
Sessions are presented in clear language and focus on real-life application. Prospective clients are asked to confirm current session options before booking, and to follow the site's process for matching and scheduling a first appointment.
How his approaches translate to online work
CBT focuses on spotting thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and then testing small changes. Online sessions with this method often include setting short experiments or practice tasks to try between meetings to reduce anxiety or lift motivation.Existential Therapy looks at values, meaning, and the choices people make when life feels uncertain. In teletherapy this can mean talking through the trade-offs in decisions, clarifying what matters, and planning concrete next steps that reflect those priorities.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Matt will collaborate with clients to decide whether CBT, existential techniques, or a combination fits best based on goals and situation. That choice can shift as progress is made and new priorities appear.
The biography did not list specific session formats. Confirm available formats before booking so you know how sessions will be conducted. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings around work, reduce travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, worksheets, and between-session tasks to work well in virtual meetings.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, LGBT-related issues, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and fatherhood questions, career and workplace issues, and related problems.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Matt combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and existential ideas. He uses clear, practical techniques and conversations focused on what clients can try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional therapy experience working with adult clients on a range of concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in Utah and practices with clients under that credential.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site process.
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