Matthew Harvey, LCSW

Licensed in Tennessee · 3 years in practice

Matthew Harvey helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and problems with motivation.

License and registration

LCSW, Tennessee: 7272 · expires April 2027
NPI: 1275152563 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 3
Languages: English

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About Matthew

Matthew Harvey helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and problems with motivation. He also supports those dealing with addiction, relationship strain, grief, parenting stresses, anger, and big life changes. Matthew presents himself as a steady partner for people who want practical steps and encouragement.

Matthew is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - practicing in Tennessee with three years of professional experience. He approaches work with respect for each person's knowledge of their own story and looks for strengths to build on.

Background and approach

Sessions tend to focus on clear goals and small steps that feel achievable. In meetings he listens for what is getting in the way and offers straightforward ideas to try between sessions. That can include coping skills for intense feelings, ways to address mood and motivation, and planning around relationships or career concerns.

He also helps people consider how past hurts affect present choices. Matthew aims to make therapy feel collaborative rather than prescriptive. He checks in about what is working and adapts plans to match the person's pace and priorities.

Many people find this approach useful when they want support that feels practical and real. Sessions are offered through online formats that fit busy schedules. People who prefer short check-ins or deeper weekly work can find a rhythm that fits their life.

Focus areas and approaches

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

Stress, Anxiety
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Co-morbidity
Control issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Online support

Approaches that translate to online care

Matthew draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize practical skills and goal setting. One common approach focuses on teaching coping strategies for intense feelings and anxiety, helping people manage stress with step-by-step techniques they can practice between sessions. Another approach centers on improving mood and motivation through activity planning and problem-solving to address low energy and depressive patterns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Matthew works together with each person to identify priorities, test different strategies, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. He checks in regularly and tailors the work to the client's needs, goals, and pace.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people juggling work, parenting, or other commitments. Video calls allow deeper face-to-face conversation, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, live chat is useful for quick check-ins, and text-based messaging fits shorter updates or daily coaching. These options make it easier to keep momentum between sessions and to fit therapy into a busy life.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Matthew support?

Matthew works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting, anger, career changes, and related concerns.

How would he describe his therapy style?

He uses a collaborative, strengths-based style that focuses on clear goals and practical steps to try between sessions.

What is his professional background?

He has three years of professional experience and practices as a licensed clinical social worker in Tennessee.

Where is he located and licensed?

He is licensed in Tennessee as an LCSW and conducts his practice from that state.

Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What formats are available for sessions?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I begin working with him?

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