Dr. David Mathews , LICSW

Dr. David Mathews is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Minnesota with a Doctorate in Psychology and more than 35 years of professional experience. As a LICSW he holds an advanced social work license that allows independent clinical practice, and his doctorate reflects advanced graduate training in psychological theory and clinical care. Throughout a long career he has supported people facing relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, parenting difficulties, sexual violence, bullying, emotional regulation concerns, depression, anxiety, addictions, grief, intimacy-related struggles, anger, and issues related to self-esteem and LGBT identity.

His therapeutic manner is warm and interactive, centered on building a professional, mutually respectful connection that lays the groundwork for healing. He emphasizes sensitivity and compassion and avoids stigmatizing labels, shaping each conversation and treatment plan to reflect the individual needs and circumstances of the person seeking help. His clinical perspective integrates cognitive-behavioral ideas with Adlerian thinking, a feminist-oppression lens, developmental awareness, and an attachment-informed stance to address patterns that affect relationships and wellbeing.

Seeking help takes courage, and Dr. Mathews aims to offer steady support and practical guidance as individuals work toward change. He tailors treatment collaboratively and is accepting new clients in Minnesota who are ready to begin the process.

Attachment, Emotion, and Thought-Focused Methods for Online Care

Dr. David Mathews integrates approaches that help people understand patterns in relationships, emotions, and thought processes. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationship patterns shape feelings of safety and connection - it is helpful for couples, family concerns, and intimacy-related issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors; it offers practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and problems with emotional regulation. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on identifying and expressing core emotions to improve closeness and repair relationship ruptures, making it useful for couples and relational trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Mathews works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and he adapts interventions as progress is made. Licensed professionals tailor the work to focus on what will be most useful for the individual or family.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit consistent care into a busy life or when in-person visits are difficult. These options support ongoing access to therapy, while allowing different formats to suit different needs and communication styles.