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Matt Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC (he, him)

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Available in-person
4730 Park Road Suite A Charlotte, NC 28209
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You present to the world as high-achieving and put together. But there’s more to you than that. There’s a larger, more complicated person beneath the competence—parts of you that don’t feel as polished, certain, or in control. Some of those parts you hide from others. Some you even hide from yourself. If you’re looking for a therapist who can help you lower your guard—while also feeling uneasy about what might surface when you do—we might be a good fit. My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that managing mental suffering begins with understanding it.
Drawing from depth psychology, existential, and psychoanalytic traditions, I focus on helping you understand yourself more fully, not just function better. My work focuses less on quick tools and more on understanding the person beneath the symptoms—the patterns shaping your relationships and the emotions you’ve learned to suppress.
This kind of therapy isn’t always comfortable. It requires patience, honesty, and a willingness to sit with complexity rather than bypass it. If you’re looking for structured skills or quick solutions, this may not be the approach you’re seeking. But if you’re ready to understand the deeper forces shaping your life, I’d welcome the opportunity to talk.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Modern era Counseling

4730 Park Road

Suite A

Charlotte, NC 28209 map

 (704) 313-1618

Modern Era Counseling

1300 Baxter Street

Suite 460

Charlotte, NC 28204 map
My website
I currently have limited availability for in-person sessions.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (704) 313-1618
Photo of Matt Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

Modern era Counseling

4730 Park Road

Suite A

Charlotte, NC 28209 map

 (704) 313-1618

Modern Era Counseling

1300 Baxter Street

Suite 460

Charlotte, NC 28204 map
My website
I currently have limited availability for in-person sessions.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance
  • MedCost
  • State Health Plan
  • Out of Network
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Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (704) 313-1618
Photo of Matt Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (704) 313-1618

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 13592 Matt Smith

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended UNC Charlotte, MA in Counseling, Graduated 2017

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Center for Psychotherapy & Psychoanalysis of New Jersey Postgraduate Training in Psychodynamic Clinical Practice / 2026
  • Degree/Diploma from Vanderbilt University MDiv / 2011
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I have been a licensed counselor in North Carolina since 2017. I hold an MA in Counseling from UNC Charlotte and an MDiv from Vanderbilt University. Currently, I'm completing postgraduate training in psychodynamic clinical practice at the Center for Psychotherapy & Psychoanalysis of New Jersey.
Photo of Matt Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 313-1618
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I have been a licensed counselor in North Carolina since 2017. I hold an MA in Counseling from UNC Charlotte and an MDiv from Vanderbilt University. Currently, I'm completing postgraduate training in psychodynamic clinical practice at the Center for Psychotherapy & Psychoanalysis of New Jersey.
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Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 313-1618

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
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I work with adults whose mental suffering takes many different forms. You may know your experience by a familiar name—anxiety, depression, and so on—or perhaps there's no single word that quite captures how you feel. Either way, you're in the right place. Much of our work will be about finding the language that helps your experience begin to make sense.
Photo of Matt Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 313-1618
"
I work with adults whose mental suffering takes many different forms. You may know your experience by a familiar name—anxiety, depression, and so on—or perhaps there's no single word that quite captures how you feel. Either way, you're in the right place. Much of our work will be about finding the language that helps your experience begin to make sense.
Photo of Matt Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 313-1618

9 Endorsements

Derrick Johnson
Derrick Johnson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, LCAS, MAC, NCC
Matt is a gifted therapist. His abilities are a true asset to this important field of work.
Michael K Johnson
Michael K Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LPC, LCAS
Matt is a empathetic, genuine, and skilled therapist
Lauren Barker
Lauren Barker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LPCC, MA
Matt is a wonderful therapist who will listen to everything his clients bring to sessions while incorporating therapeutic skills that help clients reach their goals in areas such as relationships and personal growth.
Jude Johnson
Jude Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Lisa Cashion
Lisa Cashion
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, MDiv, LCMHC, NCC
Liz Hatzispiros
Liz Hatzispiros
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, RPT
Ariana Mader
Ariana Mader
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Heather Strauss
Heather Strauss
Physician Assistant, MPAS, PA-C
Matt helps high-achievers overcome self-doubt and build fulfilling lives. His empathetic, non-judgmental approach fosters authentic connections and confidence, empowering clients to break barriers and fully enjoy their success.
Jordon R McRae
Jordon R McRae
Counselor, MS, LCMHCA
Matt is a skilled & genuine clinician with a down-to-earth presence that helps clients feel safe exploring difficult experiences. He emphasizes understanding the deeper patterns behind suffering and brings curiosity, compassion, and depth to his work.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Existential
  • Interpersonal
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Sandplay
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My work draws heavily on depth psychology. In sessions, we'll examine the patterns shaping your relationships, the emotions you've learned to suppress, and the themes that quietly repeat in your life. I'll listen closely to your story, your inner world, and what unfolds between us. My ultimate goal is to help you gain insight into the unconscious factors that shape your everyday life.
Photo of Matt Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 313-1618
"
My work draws heavily on depth psychology. In sessions, we'll examine the patterns shaping your relationships, the emotions you've learned to suppress, and the themes that quietly repeat in your life. I'll listen closely to your story, your inner world, and what unfolds between us. My ultimate goal is to help you gain insight into the unconscious factors that shape your everyday life.
Photo of Matt Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (704) 313-1618

Groups

Grit & Glitter: Reading & Discussion Group

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Hosted by
Matt Smith

Starting Early 2026. Grit & Glitter: Creating Space for Gentleness in Masculinity. What happens when we let go of the script for masculinity? Traditional masculinity often prizes stoicism, dominance, and control—sometimes at the cost of emotional depth, tenderness, and vulnerability. This 8-week group invites you to rethink those scripts and explore a more spacious, compassionate vision of masculinity. Together, we’ll read essays, share stories, and hold space for honest conversation. Through media, literature, and community, we’ll ask what it means to bring gentleness into our relationships, self-concept, and daily life. All genders are welcome.

Expertise

Men's Issues

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$30

Group Meets

Every Thu 6:30 P.M. - 8 P.M.

Location

Modern Era Counseling - Montford

4730 Park Road

Charlotte, NC 28209

Email Matt Smith about this group or call - (704) 313-1618

Location

Primary Location

Modern era Counseling

4730 Park Road

Suite A

Charlotte, NC 28209

(704) 313-1618

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

Modern Era Counseling

1300 Baxter Street

Suite 460

Charlotte, NC 28204

(704) 313-1618

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Cities

Counties

Zips

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I currently have limited availability for in-person sessions.
Photo of Matt Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (704) 313-1618
"
I currently have limited availability for in-person sessions.
Photo of Matt Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Matt Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (704) 313-1618