TJ Matteson, LICSW, Therapist in Warwick, Rhode Island

TJ Matteson at LifeStance Health provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for teens and adults across Rhode Island. He works with individuals navigating ADHD, anxiety, and PTSD/trauma, helping clients build practical coping strategies while creating a supportive environment where they feel heard and understood. TJ offers individual therapy services for adolescents, teens, and adults facing a wide range of emotional and behavioral health concerns. TJ also has experience supporting individuals with bipolar disorder, childhood behavior issues, psychosis/schizophrenia, and depression. He works with populations including individuals with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, and those involved in adoption or foster care systems. His therapeutic style integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and parenting skills support to help clients and families develop healthier patterns of communication, behavior, and emotional wellness. He offers additional support for a variety of mental health conditions and life challenges. Since beginning his clinical practice in 2018, TJ has remained committed to delivering thoughtful, person-centered mental health treatment tailored to each client’s unique experiences and goals. He values authenticity, consistency, and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship and strives to help clients feel empowered throughout their care journey. Outside of his clinical work, TJ enjoys exploring local food and restaurants, attending theatre productions, playing tabletop games, and spending time hiking and camping. His appreciation for creativity, connection, and balance outside the office helps inform the grounded and approachable care he provides to clients.