Bill Matthews, MA, LPC

William R. (Bill) Matthews, MA, LPC

I am a licensed, poly-trained professional counselor specializing in the intersection of mental health and high performance across athletics, the performing arts, and business. I am Notre Dame-, Eastern Michigan-, the University of Michigan-, and Stanford-trained, with an M.A. in counseling and postgraduate certificates in organizational development, the psychology of high performance, neuropsychology of sports, and sport social work. I am committed to helping individuals achieve their immediate and long-term objectives and realize their full potential.

I offer a unique blend of clinical experience to navigate complex mental health challenges, including trauma recovery, and performance expertise to help athletes and others perform at their best. I am trained in EMDR (adult, adolescent, and sports), Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness-based positive psychology to meet a variety of client needs.

My work is built on the belief that we shouldn't have to choose between maintaining positive mental health and doing what it takes to get ahead. By addressing the "whole healthy person," I help others build the psychological flexibility needed to thrive in daily life and high-stakes environments while maintaining long-term well-being.

Whether you’re a weekend-warrior trying your best to stay mentally and physically healthy, an elite performer in some field, have no interest in sports whatsoever, or are struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns, my goal is to bridge the gap between mental health and mental toughness—ensuring that everyone with the desire has the tools to succeed in life, in sports, or in other personal endeavors.