Matthew Rome , LCPC

Matthew Rome is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Illinois with 14 years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, and ADHD, and also supports those seeking greater clarity around life purpose, mood concerns, and self-love.

He has worked with children, teens, and adults and adapts his approach to meet each person where they are. Matthew combines evidence-informed methods with a client-centered attitude, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to reflect each client’s individual needs, goals, and preferences. He approaches care with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a space where clients can explore challenges and build practical skills.

Recognizing that seeking change takes courage, Matthew offers steady support throughout the process of growth and healing. His practice emphasizes collaboration, helping people develop strategies to manage symptoms, improve motivation and confidence, and move toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Matthew draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Client-Centered Therapy to meet a range of needs. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and take meaningful actions even in the presence of difficult thoughts or feelings, which can be useful for stress, anxiety, and motivation challenges. CBT targets the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, offering practical tools to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and to change unhelpful patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens closely and helps the client explore their own solutions and strengths.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Matthew works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people who need options beyond in-person care. Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, manage energy levels, and maintain continuity of care from different locations. Licensed professionals can use these modalities to provide consistent guidance, skills practice, and real-time support while accommodating each client’s preferred way of working.