Matt Givens , LIMFT, LMFT

Matt Givens is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. He speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps someone can use between sessions. Many clients come with relationship strain, anxiety, grief, or trouble managing big life changes.

Matt draws on tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to challenge unhelpful thoughts and habits. He also uses client-centered ideas to build a trusting, nonjudgmental working relationship. He combines these with other approaches when it fits the person's goals.

With 16 years of experience, Matt aims to make therapy straightforward and goal-focused. He helps clients set concrete steps and practice new skills. Sessions often include problem-solving, communication work, and ways to reduce stress and anxiety.

Matt works with a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, addictions, parenting stress, career questions, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. He also addresses codependency, communication problems, divorce and separation, and challenges faced by first responders and veterans.

People who want clear tools and a collaborative approach tend to do well with Matt. He helps clients identify what matters most, set realistic goals, and track progress over time. His Indiana practice emphasizes steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Matt often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors; this approach can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. He also practices client-centered therapy, which focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship so clients feel heard and can set their own goals. When trauma is a concern, elements from EMDR-informed work can be included to address persistent distress related to past events.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work together with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That might mean trying CBT techniques for a few weeks, then adding other tools if needed, or focusing on relationship skills for a time.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video is useful when visual cues help the work, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging can support brief check-ins or ongoing coaching between sessions. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy schedule and keep progress focused on practical steps.