Matthew Russell, LPC

Matthew Russell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Alabama with seven years of experience working in addictions and mental health. He has supported people facing depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationship challenges, and related concerns, bringing steady clinical focus to each person’s present circumstances and goals.

Matthew emphasizes a client-centered approach, trusting that people have the capacity to guide their own growth when offered respect, empathy, and opportunity. He pairs that stance with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) when clients identify specific patterns or barriers that block progress, using practical strategies to shift thoughts and behaviors that maintain distress.

Work with Matthew typically begins by addressing everyday functioning and immediate needs, then moves toward longer term goals such as healthier relationships, improved mood, or recovery from addiction. He values witnessing personal learning and change, and he approaches therapy with optimism about each person’s potential to build a more fulfilling life. As an LPC, he brings professional training and a collaborative demeanor to the therapeutic process.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy

Matthew Russell draws primarily on client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy centers on empathy, unconditional positive regard, and collaboration - it helps when someone needs acceptance, support, and a space to explore values and goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is useful for problems such as anxiety, depression, and barriers that interfere with recovery or daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Matthew works collaboratively to determine what fits each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors methods to the individual, combining understanding and practical skills so clients can make meaningful changes at a comfortable pace.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions happen - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to access support around work, family, or mobility constraints. These options allow clients to maintain continuity of care, schedule sessions that fit their routines, and use the communication style that best supports their progress.