Matthew Manz
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
About Matthew
Canadian Certified Counsellor #11245693 and Iowa Licensed Mental Health Counselor #080281. As a licensed therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on understanding the unique challenges of personal growth, with a particular focus on depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and self-esteem development.
I offer compassionate guidance for those experiencing workplace stress, communication difficulties, family challenges, and life transitions. My therapeutic style is deeply empathetic, creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore personal struggles, work through guilt and shame, and develop healthier coping strategies.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, I’m committed to helping clients build resilience, improve interpersonal relationships, and cultivate meaningful personal transformation. Whether you’re dealing with codependency, separation, or family of origin issues, I also work with those considering divorce. I’m dedicated to walking alongside you with respect and understanding.
My practice welcomes individuals seeking a thoughtful, progressive approach to mental health that honors your personal journey and unique experiences.
What Matthew helps with
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
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- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Workplace issues
How Matthew works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Narrative Therapy
What clients say
- “I’m so happy that I found Matthew. He’s been able to help me in so many ways so far. Looking forward to continuing to work with him.”
- “Amazing listener and allows you to reflect on what you are saying to fully understand it and ask questions when you don’t.”
- “Very thoughtful and supportive.”
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- “I feel so seen with Matthew. I struggle with random things like anxiety and hard situations and he has been a good outlet. He also gives advice when I need it which has been a great change from other therapists I have had.”
- “Really reassuring and listening spirit <br /> I feel like can open up easily without him forcing anything”
- “Matthew helped me get through a hard time in my life. He is professional and good at what he does. I would recommend him”
- “He does a great job”
- “Incredibly helpful with insights that were on point”
- “Matthew really listens and gives solid feedback that is practical and useful. I like that he doesn’t sugarcoat- he is straight up. Highly recommend Matthew!”
- “Matthew has been amazing. From my very first session to my most recent session this week. He has been very prompt for every session and is very accommodating. I feel very comfortable in our conversations and would recommend him to anyone using Better Help!”
- “Matthew is wonderful. From talking about my own problems to issues that plague society as a whole, he's always great at listening and providing context for my thoughts and feelings. Thank you Matthew!”
- “Super helpful and wonderful listener and insightful. Highly recommend!”
- “Matthew is a good listener and gets straight to the point with help to clarify my issues”
- “I am so grateful to have found Matthew. I feel heard and supported all the way through my sessions. I have never been happier with a therapist and I look forward to my sessions every week. Matthew is highly professional and knowledge and I highly recommend this service to everyone.”
- “Very good listener and motivator - what I find is the best way to motivate me he does well by reminding me to not deviate from my primary goal!”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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