- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
About Matthew
Matthew Welch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Virginia with six years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, and depression. Matthew also addresses life purpose questions alongside issues like workplace problems, isolation, and communication difficulties.
In sessions he focuses on open conversation and practical steps. He uses straightforward discussion to help people sort through what feels overwhelming. He aims to reduce barriers to talking about difficult memories and strong emotions.
Matthew draws on motivational interviewing to help clients clarify what matters to them and to support small, workable changes. He uses solution-focused techniques to identify immediate strengths and next steps. For trauma-related concerns, he applies trauma-focused methods to address past events that continue to affect daily life.
He often helps people who feel stuck after work changes, relationship shifts, or health events by breaking larger problems into manageable pieces. That can mean planning concrete actions, experimenting with new ways of communicating, or practicing emotion management strategies.
Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. Matthew encourages clients to set realistic short-term goals and check progress between appointments. He asks about practical constraints and tailors session pacing to fit each person’s schedule and needs.
How Matthew’s approaches translate to online sessions
Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people clarify their own priorities and decide on practical steps to move forward. It is useful when someone is unsure about changing work, relationships, or daily routines. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on current strengths and next steps rather than digging into every past detail. It is often chosen by people who want fast, concrete changes to feel less stuck.Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative task. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and check what feels helpful. Clients and the therapist adjust the plan together based on what works and what does not.
The precise session formats offered should be confirmed before booking. Ask about which options are available when you complete the matching questionnaire. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use quieter surroundings or avoid being on camera if that helps them focus.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, and depression, plus related issues like workplace problems and loneliness.
How does he approach someone who feels stuck?
He uses plain conversation, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused steps to identify what matters and try small changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience as a clinician working in Virginia.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Virginia LCSW and practices in Virginia.
Can I work with him if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept clients from other countries?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.