Works with
- Anger
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
How David works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LICSW
- Licensed in
- Minnesota
- Years in practice
- 35
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About David
Dr. David Mathews is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Minnesota. He brings 35 years of experience helping people who struggle with anger, relationship troubles, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other life stresses.
He speaks English and works with individuals by telephone, video, live chat, or text. He keeps sessions warm and interactive. He focuses on building a respectful, professional connection first.
From there he helps people name patterns, try new ways of responding, and practice skills that reduce intense reactions.
Background and approach
His work draws on attachment ideas, cognitive behavioral techniques, and emotionally-focused methods. That means he pays attention to how early relationships shape current reactions, helps people test unhelpful thoughts, and guides conversations that repair connection when emotions run high. He has supported people affected by trauma, intimate partner violence, bullying, parenting challenges, and substance-related concerns.
He also helps clients dealing with grief, self-esteem struggles, and intimacy-related issues. Sessions are tailored to each person's history and goals rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. Dr.
Mathews avoids stigmatizing labels and emphasizes respect and sensitivity in the work. He invites people who are ready to change to take the first step and will collaborate on a plan that fits practical needs and personal values.
What David works with
Everything David lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in David's practice.
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Depression
Approaches David lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Online approaches for managing emotions and relationships
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns show up in current behavior and feelings; it helps people understand why they react strongly and how connection can calm difficult emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors to reduce anger and anxiety and improve mood. Emotionally-Focused Therapy guides focused conversations that help partners or individuals name vulnerable feelings and repair emotional disconnection.Finding the right fit is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and how symptoms show up, then try approaches that match those needs. If one method doesn’t work well, adjustments are made together so the work stays practical and clear.
Online sessions offer flexibility for busy schedules. Video calls let therapists see body language and tone, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat is useful for brief check-ins, and text-based messaging supports ongoing reflection between meetings. These options help people fit therapy into work, parenting, or other daily demands while keeping the focus on useful skills and improved emotional responses.
Questions people ask about David
What concerns does he address?
He helps people with anger, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem concerns, and depression.
What is his therapy style like?
The approach is warm and interactive, focusing on a respectful working relationship and practical steps to change patterns and manage strong emotions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 35 years of experience working as a counselor and therapist in a range of settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, MN LICSW, practicing in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are costs and starting arranged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.