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Matthew Bell

Therapist
13 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m Matthew Bell, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) passionate about helping individuals and couples explore their stories and discover strengths. My experience includes work with intimacy, sexual identity, and relationship dynamics, as well as supporting LGBTQIA+ clients. I value diversity and create a safe, inclusive space where clients feel empowered to share, confront challenges, and grow.

My approach to therapy

I take a collaborative approach, emphasizing transparency, care, and healthy boundaries. My sessions offer a safe space for honest dialogue about insecurities, vulnerabilities, and growth. I focus on cultural and identity-based nuances, tailoring each session to individual needs. Together, we’ll explore challenges, build understanding, and develop practical tools for meaningful change.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect a supportive and safe environment where they feel empowered to explore emotions, gain insights, and work toward lasting change. I aim to foster self-awareness, accountability, and practical tools that extend beyond therapy, helping clients navigate their personal journeys and build deeper, more authentic connections.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Man
  • My style is
    Challenging, Affirming, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    13 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Adler University, Bachelor of Science at Southeast Missouri State University
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (Utah, Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Structural Family, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Locations
    655 Mohave Street
    Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
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