Matthew Hughes, LCSW

Matthew Hughes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah. As an LCSW he has completed advanced training and licensure to provide clinical assessment and psychotherapy for adults facing emotional and behavioral challenges. He recognizes that trauma, anxiety, loss, and despair are common and often overwhelming experiences, and he focuses his work on helping people navigate those difficulties and regain a sense of direction and well-being.

He approaches therapy as a collaborative process in which client and clinician work together to identify meaningful goals and practical steps toward healing. For adults coping with trauma, he uses Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a structured, evidence-informed method designed to help people understand and reframe trauma-related thoughts and beliefs. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) alongside solutions-oriented techniques to address depression, anxiety, scrupulosity, and related concerns.

Matthew has five years of clinical experience helping clients manage stress, panic, mood disorders, self-esteem issues, anger, and relationship-related struggles. He incorporates approaches that support forgiveness, reducing guilt and shame, and discovering life purpose so clients can move forward with greater confidence and clarity.

Therapeutic approaches for online trauma and anxiety care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and focuses on taking values-driven actions that create a meaningful life. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and struggles with motivation or life direction.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors by teaching practical skills to reframe thoughts and build coping strategies. CBT is commonly used for panic attacks, mood disorders, social anxiety, and many forms of stress and worry.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and helps the client explore their own solutions. This approach can be especially helpful for building self-esteem, self-love, and clarity around life purpose.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Matthew collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists often blend techniques to offer the best fit for an individual.

Online sessions provide flexibility and easier access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it simpler to schedule appointments, maintain continuity of care, and integrate therapy into a busy life while receiving focused support for trauma, anxiety, and related concerns.