Therapist profile
Matthew Rome, LCPC
Illinois
Licensed counselor - Anger and mood concerns
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- CredentialsLCPC
- LicenseLCPC, Illinois / 180.015023
- NPI1750621058
- Experience14 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIllinois
About
- Anger management
- Mindfulness skills
- Behavioral tools
About Matthew
Matthew Rome is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 14 years of experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, and ADHD. He also focuses on life purpose, mood disorders, and building greater self-love.
Matthew works in straightforward, conversational sessions. He listens first, then talks through practical steps a person can use day to day. Sessions focus on what is causing frustration and which small changes can reduce tense moments at home or work.
His approach draws on methods that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, client-centered practice, and mindfulness. That means sessions often mix noticing thoughts and feelings, testing new behavior, and practicing skills for handling strong emotions. Matthew aims to help people build routines and tools they can use between sessions.
He frames work around a person’s goals rather than labels. Conversations look at what fuels anger or resentment, what keeps stress cycling, and what practical steps feel doable. He supports people who want clearer choices, steadier mood, and better control over reactive responses.
For anyone wondering how to begin, Matthew asks for a short intake so he can match the work to current needs. From there he and the person set simple targets and practice skills in real situations. Progress is tracked in regular check-ins and adjusted when needed.
How sessions work
How Matthew uses common approaches in online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting driven by them. It supports moving toward chosen values even when anger or anxiety shows up. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and testing new responses. CBT techniques are useful for interrupting automatic reactions and changing behavior that fuels stress.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Matthew will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals and daily life. He adjusts the plan as progress and needs become clearer, and checks in regularly about what is or isn’t helping.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy week, reduce travel, and allow more flexible timing. They also let people practice coping skills in the settings where stress actually happens, and enable shorter check-ins when a full session isn’t needed.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, plus life purpose and mood concerns.
How would he approach anger issues?
He uses a mix of practical skill-building and reflective work to reduce reactivity and manage tense moments.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of professional experience providing counseling services.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an Illinois LCPC and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid?
Session cost varies with location and are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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