Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Gainesville, GA

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Practical Steps to Change Your Thinking

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a highly effective approach for managing a variety of mental health challenges, including Anxiety Treatment. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, individuals learn to identify and change negative thought patterns that contribute to anxiety and stress. This structured, goal-oriented therapy provides practical tools to replace unhelpful thoughts with healthier ones, making it an excellent option for Anxiety Treatment. One of the key benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is its focus on developing long-term coping skills, ensuring lasting results beyond the therapy sessions. If you're seeking proven methods for Anxiety Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can help you regain control, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being.

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J. Scott Matthews, LPC

I earned my Master's of Science in Professional Counseling from Georgia State University in 1998, and I'm a member of the International OCD Foundation, as well as the Anxiety & Depression Association of America. I’ve worked at a number of sites, governmental and private, throughout my lengthy career, but private outpatient counseling and psychotherapy remain my first love.

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Telehealth Services

Online therapy is a great option for busy people who can't make it to therapy appointments. It's also a great option for people who live in rural areas or far from therapy offices. And, it's a great option for people who want to keep their therapy private.


Telehealth has made it simple and easy for counselors and patients to connect from the comfort of their own spaces. No matter where you are in the state of Georgia, I can provide my counseling and psychotherapy services to you.

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OCD Treatment

OCD treatment can be difficult, but I am are here to help. Our OCD treatment methods are effective and high quality. We will work together to manage your OCD and help you lead a normal life.


Many people suffering with OCD receive mental health treatment for years before receiving an accurate diagnosis and proper therapy. I provide assessment and evidence-based treatment that allow clients to live their lives fully.

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Anxiety Treatment

I provide treatment for those managing anxiety in order to improve their quality of life. I will work with you to create a custom plan that fits your needs. Whether you experience generalized or social anxiety, panic disorder, specific phobias, or other anxiety disorders, I provide specialized therapy to facilitate symptom improvement and fuller engagement with life. As your therapist, I’ll teach you new skills and coping mechanisms you can use daily.

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Treatment Approaches

My goal is to provide services to individual adults using specialized treatment approaches, allowing the client and I to choose a therapeutic approach tailored specifically for them.

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  • Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT)

    This evidence-based approach considers OCD to be a reasoning disorder that results in obsessional doubts and compulsions. I-CBT achieves symptom relief by teaching clients to rely on their five senses and present moment experience. Through this approach, clients learn to trust themselves and what they know to be true rather than imagined possibilities. This treatment offers recovery without prescribed exposures.

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  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

    Exposure and Response Prevention is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in which an individual confronts unwanted, distressing obsessional thoughts, urges, or images. During exposure, the individual does not engage in repetitive compulsions to reduce the associated discomfort. Through this process, the individual experiences a reduction in distress and/or learns that the associated level of fear is unfounded.

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  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is another type of empirically-based CBT that focuses on living according to one’s values while using acceptance and mindfulness strategies to improve psychological flexibility.

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Treatment Approaches

My goal is to provide services to individual adults using specialized treatment approaches, allowing the client and I to choose a therapeutic approach tailored specifically for them.

Man sitting on steps

  • Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT)

    This evidence-based approach considers OCD to be a reasoning disorder that results in obsessional doubts and compulsions. I-CBT achieves symptom relief by teaching clients to rely on their five senses and present moment experience. Through this approach, clients learn to trust themselves and what they know to be true rather than imagined possibilities. This treatment offers recovery without prescribed exposures.

Young Woman Smiling

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

    Exposure and Response Prevention is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in which an individual confronts unwanted, distressing obsessional thoughts, urges, or images. During exposure, the individual does not engage in repetitive compulsions to reduce the associated discomfort. Through this process, the individual experiences a reduction in distress and/or learns that the associated level of fear is unfounded.

Young Woman Smiling

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is another type of empirically-based CBT that focuses on living according to one’s values while using acceptance and mindfulness strategies to improve psychological flexibility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do you accept insurance?

    I do not accept insurance coverage; however, I am happy to provide superbill receipts to clients. These can be submitted to their insurance company for reimbursement of any available out-of-network benefits.

  • What payment methods do you accept?

    Patients may pay for counseling using these major credit and debit card companies: American Express, Mastercard, Discover, and Visa.


    Additionally, payment for counseling via cash, check, or Health Savings Account is also accepted.


    If you do not see your preferred method of payment for my counseling services listed, please contact me today. 

  • Qualifications

    The qualifications of my counseling practice:


    Years in Practice: 25 Years

    License: Georgia / LPC003491

    School: Georgia State University

    Degree: Master’s of Science in Professional Counseling

    Year Graduated: 1998

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