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Matthew Johnson, III, LCSW

Client-centered support for meaningful change
  • Addiction and grief experience
  • CBT informed coping skills
  • Individuals couples and families

About Matthew Johnson, III

Matthew Johnson, III is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 24 years of experience in the social work field, including two decades as an LCSW. He also holds the BACS designation. His background includes extensive work in addictions and bereavement, experience that supports his work with concerns such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, and a range of family-related challenges.

His style is grounded in a client-centered approach, creating a supportive, process-oriented space where clients can share openly, have their thoughts and feelings validated, and receive constructive feedback. He often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical, skills-based method that focuses on how patterns of thinking can influence emotions and behavior. By working collaboratively, he helps clients identify current stressors, strengthen coping strategies, and build momentum toward meaningful change.

Matthew has experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Sessions are designed to support emotional growth by learning healthier ways to process difficult feelings, develop more effective responses to stress, and move toward personal transformation. With a focus on life goals and day-to-day functioning, he helps clients work toward becoming the person they want to be and creating lasting, positive shifts in their relationships and overall well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Matthew Johnson, III have?

Matthew Johnson, III has 24 years of experience in the social work field.

Is Matthew Johnson, III a licensed therapist?

Yes. Matthew Johnson, III is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with Louisiana license LA LCSW 5531.

In which languages does Matthew Johnson, III provide therapy?

Matthew Johnson, III provides therapy in English.

Where is Matthew Johnson, III located?

Matthew Johnson, III is located in Louisiana.

How can I work with Matthew Johnson, III as my therapist?

You can work with Matthew Johnson, III through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what best fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Matthew Johnson, III work with international clients?

No. Matthew Johnson, III does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Matthew Johnson, III cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Sessions

Matthew Johnson, III uses a client-centered approach, which emphasizes a supportive relationship and a pace guided by the client. This can be especially helpful for people who want space to talk through stress, grief, relationship strain, or life transitions while feeling heard and respected.

He also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that explores how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another. CBT can be useful when someone wants structured strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and everyday stress, or for breaking patterns that keep them feeling stuck.

Motivational Interviewing is another approach he uses, focusing on strengthening motivation and follow-through when change feels complicated. This style can support people who are weighing decisions, working through ambivalence, or trying to make progress with habits related to addiction or coping.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Matthew works collaboratively with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting the focus as needs evolve over time.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats can make it easier to fit support into a busy schedule and to stay engaged between sessions when additional check-ins help maintain momentum.

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