Matt Kasopsky
he/him/his
Virtual sessions only
I believe that throughout our lives, especially when we are young, we develop skills and tools that help keep us safe and connected. Sometimes those tools help us survive, but over time, they may stop serving us as they once did and begin to do more harm than good. I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach, mainly using cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. I strive to create a safe space to support your authentic self while challenging you to step outside your comfort zone. My goal is to help clients develop new and empowering ways of thinking and acting that reflect their identities and values. I also include queer, attachment, and systems theories to understand how relationships, identities, and environments influence our experiences with ourselves and others.
My specialty is clinical health psychology, or the intersection of chronic or temporary health issues with mental health. I recognize that physical, mental, relationship, and sexual health are interconnected and have a profound impact on our lives. I am passionate about helping those with chronic pain and other health concerns reconnect with themselves and partner(s) to find pleasure, intimacy, and closeness. I also work with clients experiencing anxiety, identity exploration issues, life stressors, personality disorders, relationship concerns, substance use, and trauma. I especially enjoy working with individuals and couples with marginalized identities, such as LGBTQIA+, ethical non-monogamy, polyamorous, and those with disabilities. All identities are welcomed and celebrated here!
I completed my bachelor’s and master’s at West Virginia University, earning an M.A. in clinical mental health counseling, and am a nationally certified counselor (NCC). I have worked with diverse populations, including older adults, children, college students, chronic pain patients, and individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities, across various settings, including university counseling centers, home-based therapy, schools, community mental health clinics, and integrated medical centers. Currently, I am a second-year PhD student in Counseling Psychology at Ball State University, and work with clients aged 16+.
Clinical Specialties:
Anxiety, phobias, and life transitions (academic, generalized, medical, social, and more)
Health and well-being (coping with chronic and temporary illness, pain, and post-operative mental health concerns)
Identity exploration (LGBTQIA+ exploration, internalized ableism, internalized bi/homo/poly/queer/trans negativity)
Relationship Concerns (dating anxiety, communication difficulties, navigating emotionally abusive relationships)
Sexual health, intimacy, and communication
Substance use and alcohol concerns
Trauma (sexual, relational, and physical)
Therapist Identity Disclosures: Cisgender, Queer, Neurodivergent, Learning Disabilities