Matthew Christensen, LCSW

Idaho · 13 years in practice

Matthew Christensen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, and trauma.

License and registration

LCSW, Idaho: LCSW 36921 · expires August 2026
NPI: 1013275544 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 13
Languages: English

Details are as listed on the therapist's public professional profile. You can check the license with the issuing state board, and the NPI with the national registry.

About Matthew

Matthew Christensen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, and trauma. He works in Idaho and brings 13 years of experience to short-term problem solving and longer personal growth. Matthew uses a calm, straightforward approach and meets people where they are.

Matthew uses practical, talk-and-skill sessions that focus on what matters most to each person. He listens first, then suggests tools from therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy.

Background and approach

EMDR is one of the approaches he offers for processing memories linked to trauma. His style is warm and down-to-earth. Sessions aim to reduce overwhelm, build coping skills, and clarify next steps.

Matthew encourages steady progress at a pace that feels manageable. He has worked with a wide range of concerns including relationship strain, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, chronic health issues, and substance use. He also supports people navigating shame, abandonment, codependency, and questions about life purpose.

Matthew prefers simple, direct language during sessions and tries to make therapy feel usable in day-to-day life. People can expect concrete strategies, emotional support, and collaborative goal-setting. He values respect and dignity in every conversation.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Matthew lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Depression
ADHD
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Abandonment
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Fatherhood issues
Guilt and shame
Intellectual disability
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)

Approaches Matthew names

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Online support

Approaches that guide online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on clarifying values and taking small actions that match those values. It helps when worry or avoidance gets in the way of living a meaningful life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and many everyday struggles. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client’s lead and offers empathy and understanding. Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Matthew will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then suggest techniques that fit. Together they test what helps and adjust the plan based on what actually works. Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video works well for face-to-face conversation and exercises that benefit from visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a quieter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging allow for shorter updates, ongoing support between sessions, and flexibility when schedules are tight. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life and keep consistent momentum.

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Questions people ask

What issues does Matthew commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, ADHD, relationship and intimacy challenges, grief, parenting concerns, anger, and related issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His approach is person-centered and down-to-earth, combining listening with practical tools from therapies like CBT and ACT.

What is his professional background?

Matthew has 13 years of experience in the mental health field and practices as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Where is Matthew based and licensed?

He practices in Idaho and holds the LCSW credential as provided in his profile details.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only.

What session formats are available online?

Sessions can be done by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Matthew?

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