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Matthew Daleo

Matthew Daleo

LCSW

Indiana

Practical, goal-focused support for everyday stress

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Profile summary

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Indiana · 34010794A; LCSW, Kentucky · LCSW00001676
NPI
1023359403
Experience
9 years
Languages
English
Location
Indiana

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp.

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship concerns
  • Trauma and grief

About Matthew

Matthew Daleo is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and grief. He focuses on practical steps people can use right away and keeps sessions straightforward and intentional. Matthew works with adults and has substantial experience across ages and life stages.

He listens closely and reflects what he hears to help people name what matters most. Sessions emphasize clear goals and steady progress rather than jargon. Matthew has nine years of experience and has supported people with mood concerns, PTSD, social anxiety, and other common difficulties.

He also has a history of working with young people involved in foster care and with adults navigating family and fatherhood concerns. Matthew often addresses issues like communication problems, commitment worries, caregiver stress, and the emotional impact of divorce or separation.

Matthew draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to tailor work to each person. He helps people manage strong emotions, reduce worry, and improve relationship patterns through practical tools and steady support. His style is direct, empathetic, and collaborative.

People who want to set clear goals and take manageable steps may find his approach helpful. He supports clients at a pace that fits their life and priorities, working alongside them to identify next steps and measure change over time.

How therapeutic methods translate to online work

Many of the evidence-based therapeutic techniques Matthew uses focus on building skills and changing behavior. One commonly used approach teaches practical coping strategies for anxiety and stress, such as breathing, pacing tasks, and breaking problems into smaller steps. These techniques help reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning.

Another common method involves guided reflection and structured conversation to improve communication and relationship patterns. That work helps people notice unhelpful cycles, try new ways of responding, and practice clearer boundaries and requests with others.

Choosing the best approach is a team effort. Matthew aims to learn about a person's goals, needs, and preferences, then try methods that fit those priorities. He adjusts work over time based on what is helping and what is not, and invites regular feedback so the plan stays practical and relevant.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when needed. They also support working through problems from wherever a person spends most of their day, while the therapist helps adapt tools to each person's real life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityMen's issuesPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

Indiana, Kentucky

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he help with?

He helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and grief. He also addresses self-esteem, communication problems, caregiver stress, and related challenges.

What is his general therapy style?

Sessions are straightforward and collaborative, with active listening and reflection. He focuses on setting clear goals and offering practical tools that people can use between meetings.

How long has he been practicing?

He has nine years of clinical experience working with both youth and adults in a range of settings. That experience includes work with foster-involved youth and adults managing mood and trauma-related concerns.

What credentials and region should I know about?

He holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in Kentucky and Indiana. His practice is based in Indiana.

Which languages are offered and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. The therapist or site can clarify how sessions are scheduled.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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