Matthew McKinley, LPCC
Matthew McKinley guides recovery from trauma and anxiety
- CBT and existential therapy
- Exposure therapy expertise
- Warm collaborative approach
About Matthew McKinley
Matthew McKinley offers a different take on therapy, moving away from stiff or awkward counseling scenes toward a more grounded and human approach. He focuses on helping people who have felt stuck in previous therapy or who worry that therapy might not fit their needs, working to identify and strengthen the inner resources that support lasting change. Matthew emphasizes practical skills for managing difficult emotions, cultivating positive feelings, and taking values-based action that aligns with each person’s goals.
He believes serious topics do not have to exclude moments of joy or humor, and he aims to make even the most daunting challenges feel like opportunities for deeper understanding and acceptance. His therapeutic stance blends cognitive behavioral methods with existential and spiritual perspectives, informed by study and practice of Tibetan Buddhism. This blend supports both clear skill-building and exploration of meaning when clients face uncertainty, loss, or identity questions.
Matthew has particular experience with complex trauma and obsessive compulsive disorder, and he has advanced training in exposure-based treatments such as exposure and response prevention (ERP) and prolonged exposure (PE). He is credentialed as an LPCC - a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and he approaches therapy as an authentic collaborative process, ready to support clients who want to move toward lasting growth.
He believes serious topics do not have to exclude moments of joy or humor, and he aims to make even the most daunting challenges feel like opportunities for deeper understanding and acceptance. His therapeutic stance blends cognitive behavioral methods with existential and spiritual perspectives, informed by study and practice of Tibetan Buddhism. This blend supports both clear skill-building and exploration of meaning when clients face uncertainty, loss, or identity questions.
Matthew has particular experience with complex trauma and obsessive compulsive disorder, and he has advanced training in exposure-based treatments such as exposure and response prevention (ERP) and prolonged exposure (PE). He is credentialed as an LPCC - a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and he approaches therapy as an authentic collaborative process, ready to support clients who want to move toward lasting growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Matthew McKinley have?
Matthew McKinley has 6 years of experience.
Is Matthew McKinley a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPCC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and his license is listed as OH LPCC E.2102291.
In which languages does Matthew McKinley provide therapy?
Matthew McKinley provides therapy in English.
Where is Matthew McKinley located?
Matthew McKinley is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Matthew McKinley as my therapist?
You can work with Matthew McKinley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Matthew McKinley work with international clients?
Matthew McKinley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Matthew McKinley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Matthew integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in a practical, online format. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and learning concrete skills to change them, which can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and many stress-related concerns. ACT emphasizes values-guided action and acceptance of difficult internal experiences, supporting clients who want to pursue meaningful goals even when emotions are intense.Matthew also brings existential perspective into his work, exploring questions of meaning, identity, and purpose that often arise with major life transitions and grief. Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey - Matthew works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts techniques over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Matthew is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, continue work through transitions, and stay connected when in-person visits are not possible, all while allowing therapists and clients to focus on practical strategies and meaningful growth.