Matthew Schwer, LICSW

Matthew Schwer is a licensed independent clinical social worker in Minnesota with five years of professional experience. He focuses on creating an open space where people can share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. He encourages a straightforward first step toward getting help and acknowledges that starting therapy takes courage.

Matthew helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and relationship or family concerns. He also addresses issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties, communication problems, and feelings of guilt or shame. Sessions often look at everyday habits and patterns of thinking that affect mood and relationships.

His approach centers on listening and responding to each person's experience. He uses methods drawn from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral ideas, dialectical behavior techniques, mindfulness practice, and motivational interviewing. Those tools are used to help people notice unhelpful thoughts, try small behavior changes, and build coping skills.

In the room he aims to be direct and compassionate. Conversations will include practical steps people can try between sessions along with space to talk through emotions. He works at a pace set by the client and focuses on clear goals that matter to them.

People looking for help with life purpose, first responder stress, body image, impulsivity, or men's issues may find his style a practical fit. Matthew works in English and practices in Minnesota as an LICSW.

Approaches that shape online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead to build trust and clarity. It helps when someone needs a respectful space to talk through difficult feelings and make sense of their goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence behavior and mood. It includes practical exercises to notice unhelpful thinking and to test new ways of responding to stress or anxiety.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings problem-solving and emotion-regulation skills. It can be useful for managing strong emotions, impulsivity, and relationship conflicts.

Figuring out the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. That helps shape which techniques get used and how sessions proceed.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people practice skills between meetings and bring real-life situations into conversation with the therapist.