I'm Matthew Clayton, a Rockford native and Licensed Social Worker with a wealth of experience offering tailored therapy, case management, and group therapy to individuals facing diverse mental health challenges. Alongside my wife, Kayla, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, we have over 25 years of combined expertise in the mental health arena. My academic background includes a BA in Human Services and Criminal Justice, and an MSW with a clinical emphasis, equipping me to deliver evidence-based interventions for depression, anxiety, age-related concerns, grief and loss, addiction, and adjustment issues. I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and person-centered therapy, ensuring each client receives customized care. In addition to my work with various populations, I am strongly interested in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and its benefits for veterans and others. I have utilized EAP as a powerful tool to help clients build trust, develop emotional resilience, and foster personal growth. Furthermore, I have been actively involved in forming and participating on a veteran suicide prevention committee, working tirelessly with a multidisciplinary team to address the mental health needs of our veterans and raise awareness about the importance of timely intervention and support.I have provided substance abuse treatment and mental health services to transitional youth, and co-facilitated an ADHD group for children under the supervision of a psychologist. Additionally, I have worked at various community-based mental health organizations, where I led group therapy sessions and offered psycho-social rehabilitation services to patients. I also have experience as a case manager for older adults in their homes, assessing their post-hospitalization level of care. Together with my wife, Kayla, an established Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Rockford, we are excited to expand our services and serve the public with our combined expertise. Our practice provides a safe, welcoming space for individuals and families seeking compassionate, professional care. We are dedicated to delivering evidence-based treatments to clients with a wide range of mental health concerns.