Matthew Bell, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Matthew is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Matthew is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
More about Matthew
- 13 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
The therapeutic environment offers a unique opportunity to share, confront, and enhance parts of ourselves while exploring and discovering deeper traits and skills that we may possess. As a therapist, I believe in empowering the individual through therapeutic experiences that foster a lasting change outside of the therapy setting. I cherish the opportunity to engage in this relationship and commit myself to doing the work with you and supporting your exploration. I value modeling transparency, care, boundaries, and healthy support systems. I believe that challenging dialogue in a safe environment leads to internal growth.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am in full support of recognizing our differences and utilizing dialogue that addresses their impact in our stories. It is my privilege and honor to bring full awareness to culture, gender, race, sexual orientation, and all other identifiers.
It is my pleasure to welcome each client and offer my services while recognizing the client as the expert of their story. My work has allowed me to care for clients that span from children to senior adults. I have conducted meaningful work around intimacy, sexual identity, relationship dynamics, and have supported LGBTQIA identified individuals.
Specialties
Licenses
Matthew Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619683034.
- LMFT · Illinois · 166001606 · Renews February 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Matthew Bell offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Matthew Bell works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Matthew Bell speak?
Matthew Bell speaks English.
How many years of experience does Matthew Bell have?
Matthew Bell has 13 years of experience.
Where is Matthew Bell licensed to practice?
Matthew Bell is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Matthew Bell accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Matthew Bell accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Matthew Bell accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Matthew Bell does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Matthew Bell?
Matthew Bell can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Matthew Bell?
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