Matthew Johnson, III, LCSW

Matthew Johnson, III is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 24 years of experience in social work and two decades practicing as an LCSW. He brings deep experience in addictions and bereavement, and applies that background to help individuals and families facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, and other relationship or family struggles.

His work emphasizes a client-centered stance that creates a supportive environment for expressing feelings and exploring difficult memories. He also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify patterns in thinking and behavior and develop practical skills for coping with stress, mood challenges, and addictive behaviors. In session he uses a process-oriented clinical approach that balances empathic listening with clear, constructive feedback delivered through collaborative conversation.

Matthew works with individuals, couples, and families to address issues such as grief, relationship conflict, parenting concerns, substance use, and life transitions. He focuses on helping people process painful emotions, learn healthier coping strategies, and move toward meaningful change. His aim is to support each person in the ongoing work of growth and transformation so they can become the person they want to be.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Matthew Johnson, III

Matthew draws from client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where clients lead the conversation and their experiences are heard. This approach is helpful for those needing emotional support while exploring relationships, grief, or identity concerns.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT offers concrete tools for changing how individuals think and act in everyday situations.

Motivational Interviewing is employed when clients are navigating ambivalence about change, such as with substance use or lifestyle shifts. This collaborative, nonjudgmental method helps people clarify their goals and strengthen their motivation to take meaningful steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Matthew works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adapts interventions as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for accessing care. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can arrange sessions that fit their schedules and daily responsibilities. These options make it easier for individuals, couples, and families in Louisiana to engage in consistent therapy while balancing work, parenting, and other commitments.