About me

I am a clinical social worker licensed in Tennessee with over 4 years of experience working as a therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, dialectical and solutions focused therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Family conflicts
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Addictions , Relationship issues , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Coaching , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Abandonment , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 4

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

MS LCSW C10499

TN LCSW 7871

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Jamil Matthews. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on May 22, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Jamil is a great person who can provide great advice as you’re trying to figure out whatever it is that you need help with. He’s always listening and always showing you that you are doing thing and making progress even if you don’t see it. Remember, even small things are still progress.

Written on May 19, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months

My son has really benefited from his help.

Written on Apr 21, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

He is exactly how I expected from a therapist.

Written on Apr 07, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Very down to earth and to the point and love that he has a flexible schedule that includes evenings.

Written on Mar 31, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

He listens to you respectfully and knows what tools to use to help you get a breakthrough to teen counseling yourself in life situation on what your going through.

Written on Mar 25, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

His way of listening to our needs is unmatched. Very professional.

Written on Mar 08, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Very understanding and helpful at breaking down the reason stuff happens, 10/10

Written on Feb 25, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigu

Very patient and understanding.. I like working with him. I can be me with him and feel safe . To do so..

Written on Feb 21, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd

Great

Written on Feb 18, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

He is a great listener and has helped me out

Written on Jan 31, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

We just started and really like him!

Written on Jan 31, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and self esteem

Jamil is fantastic! He has great insight and pushes you to reach goals and tackle issues in a helpful way

Written on Jan 30, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties

Jamil is a fantastic therapist! I can not express how beneficial his coaching was to me during a very dark time in my life. He was able to meet me where I was and give me the tools I needed to get to where I am. I hold Jamil in high regard and recommend him unequivocally. Truly an amazing guy to work with!

Written on Jan 27, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

I have been searching for a black male therapist for a long time. I finally found one and feel seen and understood.

Written on Jan 10, 2023 after therapy with Jamil for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Jamil is great at what he does..highly recommend!

Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and adhd

Jamil is a very caring and understanding person with a great heart and as many views on a lot of issues I would recommend him to any and all of my friends and family !!!

Written on Nov 26, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

I can’t recommend Jamil enough. He is such a genuine soul who really wants to help. He has an incredible sense of humor that makes you feel super comfortable. And has tons of knowledge to help you break through even the toughest issues.

Written on Nov 24, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks

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Written on Nov 18, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues

Jamil uses a practical approach that has been super helpful as he’s worked with me on parenting & blended family issues. He’s encouraging and challenging, which is a great combo.

Written on Nov 18, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Jamil does a great job interpreting my feelings in a more palpable way for my partner. He makes me feel very seen and sane. His subtle approach to trauma is refreshing and helpful for my partner. He really does have a great sense of humor! Makes therapy not so bad LOL

Written on Oct 13, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Jamil is an amazing therapist. He’s worked wonders for us! Great personality, funny, and he gets you talking about problems you never knew existed.

Written on Oct 06, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 6 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Relates to my concerns,goals, and thoughts. Helped me identify challenges and holds me accountable to the process of solving them

Written on Sep 20, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Feel absolutely comfortable speaking with him and it’s very encouraging talking with someone with this much expertise.Looking forward to working with him more.

Written on Sep 11, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, and compassion fatigue

Thoughtful. Does a great Jon, and cares about his role as a counselor.

Written on Aug 24, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Jamil Matthews is a wonderful and supportive therapist who goes the extra mile to make me feel like I can do anything no matter what scenario is put in my way.

Written on Jul 28, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties

I have been working with Jamil for a few weeks and he is unbelievably patient. I feel that I can trust him and he is a wonderful listener. He respects my opinion gives me new tools and reinforces my positive behavior. Therapy with him feels natural and not forced. 10/10. I am really greatful to have Jamil in my corner!

Written on Jul 17, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

awesome guy he is funny yet can get to the point and can put things into perspective well

Written on Jul 09, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Jamil is great he has a sense of humor yet gets to the root cause of issues. He has been helping my husband and I in our marriage and I could not ask for someone better. He makes you feel comfortable and like buddies talking.

Written on Jun 18, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management

Jamil Matthews is the best therapist I’ve ever had always available, able to talk about anything no judgment at all. He wants to help me with the things I have problems with and more. I really appreciate this man

Written on May 29, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue,

I have only had one session with jamil and it has been great. I look forward to my session today and going forward.

Written on Apr 30, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Great guy and informative

Written on Apr 28, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Jamil has been truly a Godsend. I never thought I was a “therapy” person…but he’s really changed that and I’m so grateful for him. His ability to make me see things from a different angle and help me to talk through my issues and laugh at myself has been so beneficial as I worked my way through a breakup, the end of a huge professional chapter, and make sense of relationships that have been previously confounding. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Written on Apr 19, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd

He has a way of getting me to express myself by engaging me in progressive conversation and making me think. 10/10 would recommend.

Written on Apr 18, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, relationship issues, coping with life changes, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching

Jamil helped me through a really tough time in my life! I came here not really knowing what I needed but found help that has opened me up to new perspectives. He was a great therapist and felt more like a friend. Would recommend!

Written on Apr 08, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Jamil checks in, asks how I’m doing and really pays attention. He’s been a positive new person in my life.

Written on Apr 03, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief

He’s always available and seems to understand our faults.

Written on Apr 02, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management

Jamil is an impactful therapist. I’ve only been in counseling for 2-3 months and I’m already seeing changes in my behavior and thought processes. He’s helping me to respect my boundaries and myself!!!

Written on Mar 20, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 3 weeks

i have had very few sessions BUT he has helped so much in the little time i’ve been with him. super positive and kind.

Written on Mar 14, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd

Jamil has taught me how to better communicate with those in my life. He has helped me tackle the root of my anxiety & has shown me what I need to focus on to overcome the obstacles holding me back.

Written on Mar 11, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Jamil has been great! Very responsive and attentive and has had great advice!

Written on Mar 09, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching

I have never done anything like this before, so working with Jamil has been an interesting experience. I am greatful for the time he takes to speak with me and help me with whatever is going on

Written on Feb 23, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks

Jamil is friendly and knowledgeable. He listens to what we are concerned about as a couple and together we come up with a plan. He’s very caring and helpful. We are thankful we we’re paired with him!

Written on Feb 05, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Just needed someone to talk to and he was always available and helpful. Thanks jamil !

Written on Jan 28, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts

Although we did not connect for a session he was very interested in my well-being and made considerable effort to connect with me! I appreciated that very much !

Written on Jan 27, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, anger management, coaching, and adhd

Doctor Matthews is kind and understanding. He listens actively and offers help according to his patients needs. I highly recommend Dr. Matthews to anyone looking for support and help in dealing with life’s ups and downs.

Written on Jan 24, 2022 after therapy with Jamil for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Jamil is very supportive and a great listener. This last session, he pointed out something that I didn’t think was a huge deal, but now know I need to discuss with my girlfriend.

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