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Matthew Russell, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Matthew is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Matthew. View 20 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Alabama

Recent reviews

Matt is incredible. He is a great listener and provides well informed, thoughtful feedback. His ability to understand sometimes complex real life situations and provide helpful strategies with which to navigate them emotionally has been key to my self improvement efforts.

Reviewed August 2023

Wonderful.

Reviewed April 2023

More about Matthew

  • 6 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor who has been working for the past 5 years in addictions and mental health. I have worked with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues and more.

I take my approach to counseling from the client's perspective. My approach is client centered, meaning I believe everyone has the ability to help themselves and will do so if given the opportunity. I also use cognitive behavior therapy when clients identify a barrier to their goals. I believe counseling is best begun in the present day-to-day life of the client and assist in helping them be who they want to be.

It is my favorite thing in the world to watch people learn and grow. I believe that everyone is capable of great change and that anyone can live a fulfilling life. I am happy to be a part of the process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Anger management Depression Relationship issues Grief Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching ADHD Co-morbidity Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Guilt and shame Life purpose Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Licenses

Matthew Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740881143.

  • LPC · Alabama · 4270 · Expires July 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Matthew Russell

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

20 reviews

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Matt is incredible. He is a great listener and provides well informed, thoughtful feedback. His ability to understand sometimes complex real life situations and provide helpful strategies with which to navigate them emotionally has been key to my self improvement efforts.

Reviewed August 2023

Wonderful.

Reviewed April 2023

Matthew Russel is a fantastic therapist. I have learned so much from him. He has helped me identify issues and manage my symptoms. I feel comfortable going into therapy sessions and confident leaving therapy sessions. Highly recommend!

Reviewed January 2023

Matthew is really supportive and insightful. He’s great at keeping me on track and guiding my sessions. I always feel better after a session.

Reviewed June 2022

He is wonderful. I tend to feel very attacked as a person and he Navigates sound that and helps me feel calm and has taught me a lot about identifying my emotions. He’s wonderful and I appreciate him.

Reviewed June 2022

He helps me understand what my goals are he's helped me understand how to identify what feelings I have and how to cope or react or feel about those feelings I was completely shut down and I am finally starting to get better at communication and I'm starting to feel better about myself and it's because he has helped me so much and he's giving me a lot of information that I really needed and he listens so well and he's never judge mental he helps me to the best of his ability which is really great because he's amazing.

Reviewed April 2022

Matthew is a wonderful person who knows how to make me see my own problems and solutions. He helps me realize so much. I’m truly grateful for his patience and presence.

Reviewed February 2022

Matthew listens and makes suggestions based on my needs.

Reviewed February 2022

Matthew has helped me gain clarity and an honest perspective of my situation! I appreciate him and all he does for me!

Reviewed December 2021

I have found a lot of peace since starting my meetings with Mathew. I aim to continue healing and growing.

Reviewed November 2021

Matthew is wonderful. He listens well and has good input. He tracks the conversation, raises interesting points and ideas and keeps everything moving forward. Enjoy talking with him!

Reviewed November 2021

Matthew Russel does an excellent job of addressing my needs and concerns. He makes me feel confident and comfortable enough to express myself. I have made a lot of progress under his care.

Reviewed November 2021

He gives me tips and methods to make dealing with my issues doable. I’m so lucky to have found Matthew.

Reviewed July 2021

Mathew Russell is a wonderful therapist. He listens patiently, gives useful advice, and is kind.

Reviewed July 2021

Matt is the perfect counselor for me. We really seem to be on the same wavelength about almost everything and I really appreciate his ability to recognize where my thoughts and mentality come from and just help me confront my issues. He’s also really easy to talk to and a fantastic listener who provides amazing resources for my benefit. I can’t recommend him enough, he’s really helped me out so much more than other counselors have in the past. I’m extremely grateful to have him as my counselor.

Reviewed July 2021

I’ve enjoyed my time talking with Matthew… he challenges me and gives me new ideas on dealing with my issues !

Reviewed June 2021

Mr. Russel makes me feel at ease with disclosing personal matters. He does a great job of guiding me through my thoughts and directing my time and energy in a positive way.

Reviewed May 2021

Matthew is open minded and a wonderful listener. He is knowledgeable and is truly helping me not only identify my emotions but also how to deal with them in a healthy and productive way.

Reviewed April 2021

Would definitely recommend! He’s made a huge difference in my life and you can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does!

Reviewed April 2021

Matthew is a great listener and a fantastic therapist. He is able to successfully identify the problems I’m working through and gives me a variety of helpful tools. He is easy to talk to. Would recommend him to anyone who is thinking about having a session.

Reviewed March 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Matthew Russell offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Matthew Russell works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Matthew Russell speak?

Matthew Russell speaks English.

How many years of experience does Matthew Russell have?

Matthew Russell has 6 years of experience.

Where is Matthew Russell licensed to practice?

Matthew Russell is licensed to practice in Alabama.

Does Matthew Russell accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Matthew Russell does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Matthew Russell offer?

Matthew Russell offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

How can I communicate with Matthew Russell?

Matthew Russell can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Matthew Russell?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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