- Goal focused
- Warm and direct
- Action oriented
About Matthew
Matthew Manz is a licensed mental health counselor who focuses on men's wellbeing and related concerns. He helps people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, low self-esteem, or major life changes. His style is warm and direct, aimed at practical change rather than long lectures.
Matthew uses plain language in sessions so clients can get straight to the issues that matter. He listens first, then works with each person to set realistic goals. Conversations often cover communication, boundaries, guilt and shame, workplace pressures, and parenting challenges.
He blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools and narrative approaches. That means Matthew supports clients in naming painful thoughts and patterns, testing new behaviors, and reshaping personal stories that keep them stuck. Sessions are collaborative and focused on skills that can be tried between visits.
Matthew has six years of experience as a therapist and holds the LMHC credential. He works with people dealing with codependency, divorce and separation, family of origin issues, midlife transitions, and intimacy-related concerns. He also offers coaching-style support for career and life-direction questions.
Clients describe practical takeaways and clearer next steps after sessions. He accepts clients in Iowa and also works with international clients in English. To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and schedule based on availability.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration, where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps them uncover their own solutions; it works well for issues like self-esteem, grief, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors; it is useful for anxiety, stress, and depression. Narrative Therapy helps people separate themselves from problem stories and rewrite how they understand difficult life events, which can aid in recovery from codependency, family of origin issues, or midlife transitions.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to decide which methods fit best based on their goals, preferences, and what actually helps in sessions. That collaborative step usually happens in early meetings and can shift over time as needs change.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling around work or family, shorter check-ins when time is limited, and the chance to continue support while traveling or living abroad. Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make regular contact more manageable and help people build skills they can use day to day.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Iowa
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Matthew commonly address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, grief, anger, parenting concerns, career stress, and life transitions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is client-centered and practical, combining empathy with clear steps to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of experience working as a mental health counselor.
What credentials and location apply to his practice?
He holds the LMHC credential and practices in Iowa.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for therapy with him?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with this clinician?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.