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Assessment Is Not a Diagnosis

Assessment in counseling is about understanding, not labeling. Matt explores how thoughtful, ongoing assessments support deeper care without reducing people to numbers or scores. Discover how assessment fits into the therapeutic process. Read More…

Attachment Across the Lifespan: Why It Matters and How It Heals

Attachment shapes how we connect, and how we heal. Learn how therapy can support secure relationships across the lifespan. Read More…

Paralysis by Analysis: When Overthinking Gets in the Way

Overthinking can silence your voice and stall your progress. See how therapy can help shift pressure into purpose and self-expression. Read More…

From Crisis to Counseling: A First Responder’s Approach to Therapy

Matt shares how 30+ years as a first responder has shaped his counseling style: grounded in trauma-informed care, empathy, and human connection. Read More…

Burnout, Dehumanization, and the Power of Self-Care

Burnout doesn’t just wear you down—it can make you feel invisible. See what Matt says about how dehumanization deepens burnout and why self-care is essential for first responders. Read More…

Why Cultural Awareness Matters in Therapy

Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. See what Matt—paramedic-turned-therapist—says about how cultural awareness strengthens trust, especially for first responders and diverse clients. Read More…