Matthew Howard, LMSW, LCSW

Licensed in Florida · 10 years in practice

Matthew Howard brings ten years of clinical experience to his work as a licensed social worker.

License and registration

LCSW, Florida: SW21382 · expires March 2027
LMSW, Michigan: 6801120208 · expires June 2028
NPI: 1659074508 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 10
Languages: English

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About Matthew

Matthew Howard brings ten years of clinical experience to his work as a licensed social worker. He holds a Master of Social Work credential and practices as an LCSW in Michigan. Matthew writes plainly and listens closely to understand each person's concerns before planning steps forward.

He focuses on stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, and LGBT concerns. He also helps people with intimacy-related issues and social anxiety.

Background and approach

Matthew often addresses related struggles like communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, life purpose, and building self-love. In a typical session Matthew talks through the immediate problem, checks what has helped in the past, and identifies one or two practical steps to try between meetings. He aims for clear, doable goals rather than long lists of tasks.

Sessions move at a pace the person chooses and center the client's own perspective and strengths. Matthew emphasizes steady progress over quick fixes. He supports people who want to reduce anxiety, process loss, rebuild trust after trauma, or change patterns that fuel addiction or isolation.

He encourages small daily actions that add up over time. People who prefer straightforward conversation, concrete strategies, and a collaborative plan find his style approachable. He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Matthew lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Online support

How therapeutic approaches adapt to online care

Matthew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on present-day coping and practical change. One common approach he uses helps people identify unhelpful patterns in thinking and behavior, then practices small changes that reduce anxiety and improve mood. Another approach centers on processing difficult experiences in safe, paced steps so memories and reactions feel less overwhelming and daily life becomes more manageable.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Matthew works with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and comfort level. He reviews options, checks in about what feels useful, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Matthew is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video sessions let people talk face-to-face when schedules allow. Phone sessions can fit into a short break and use less bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging make it easier to check in between appointments or when a shorter exchange is preferred. These formats give flexibility for different routines and lifestyles while keeping the focus on steady, practical progress.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does Matthew help with?

He works with stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, and LGBT issues. He also focuses on intimacy concerns, social anxiety, and related struggles like guilt and loneliness.

How would you describe his therapy style?

His approach is practical and collaborative. Sessions look at what has worked before, set small goals, and try steps that fit daily life.

How long has he been practicing?

He has ten years of professional experience in clinical social work.

Where is he licensed to practice?

He holds Michigan licensure as an LCSW and previously held an LMSW in Michigan and a license in Florida, with practice listed in Michigan.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered to people located where his licensure allows practice.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and preferences.

How does payment work and how do I start?

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