Nikkia Matthews , LMSW

Nikkia Matthews is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with 11 years of clinical experience who focuses on helping adolescents, young adults, couples and families navigate transitions and heal from difficult experiences. She works with clients on relationship exploration and pre-marital counseling, as well as women’s issues, family conflicts and life adjustment concerns. Her practice includes care for trauma-related difficulties and symptoms such as anxiety, depression, PTSD and the stresses that come with major life changes.

Matthews emphasizes a collaborative partnership with each person she sees, combining a hands-on, holistic perspective with practical skill building. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Theory, Strength-Based Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, and integrates expressive art and music-inspired techniques to support emotional processing and personal growth. Her approach aims to address emotional, behavioral and practical needs together so clients can build the tools needed for daily life.

Clients can expect a focus on uncovering and reconciling past wounds, resolving interpersonal conflict, and developing new patterns that support well-being. Matthews frames therapy as a journey of learning and change, and she is committed to walking alongside people as they develop skills and perspectives that help them move forward.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder if therapy delivered remotely can truly help. For a wide range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and navigating life changes - research indicates online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One key advantage is flexibility. Individuals can connect with therapists in the format that works best for them - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit care into a busy schedule or to access support from home.

Therapists are licensed professionals, and people can choose or change their therapist if they want a different therapeutic fit. For many, online therapy offers a practical and effective route to find consistent support and make meaningful progress.