Matthew Roughan
LMFT
"When you seek therapy, you are making a courageous investment in your well-being. I work within the framework of your values and goals to help you find relief and reach your full potential. I seek to understand your experiences in order to best help you and challenge you. The ultimate goal of therapy is to guide you in discovering ways to improve your quality of life while gaining greater confidence in yourself and maintaining hope for a brighter future ahead."
About
Matthew specializes in sport and performance psychology, empowering student-athletes to excel both on and off the field. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC®), he integrates mental health expertise with performance enhancement strategies tailored to the unique demands of athletes. Whether navigating the pressures of competition, overcoming mental roadblocks, or balancing academics and sport, Matthew’s clients gain tools to optimize their mental and emotional well-being.
Currently pursuing a PhD in Counseling Psychology at the University of Utah, Matthew’s clinical and research interests focus on the intersection of mental health and peak performance. He brings a wealth of experience working with individuals across all age groups to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. His additional certifications in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) provide innovative approaches to healing and resilience.
Matthew’s experience extends beyond the therapy room. As an adjunct faculty member in the Positive Psychology Department at the University of Utah, Matthew teaches and inspires students to cultivate resilience and optimism. His research has been featured at state and national conferences, and he has both led and contributed to several published papers.
In his work with student-athletes, Matthew emphasizes strengths-based approaches to promote personal growth and enhance performance. He helps clients build confidence, develop coping strategies, and foster a growth mindset to navigate challenges both within and outside their sport. Matthew’s approach is rooted in the belief that everyone has the capacity to thrive when given the right tools and support.
Testimonials
"I started meeting with Matt while on my mission. I was severely depressed, anxious and homesick. I was unsure if I could do another 18 months. I met with the mission therapist, who was nice, but it was hard for me to relate to them because of the age difference. I appreciated how relatable Matt was and how he allowed me to decide for myself if I wanted to stay or come home. I also liked how he was able to use church concepts within therapy when it was appropriate, but how he could also leave it out if I needed it. Many missionaries I served with wanted to start meeting with Matt, especially when they saw such a significant change within me. I am thankful for Matt and consider him a major influence on my mission."
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- Parker
"My wife and I came to Matt when we were at our lowest point. Ultimately, we decided it would be best for us to work on our relationship as opposed to getting divorced. Throughout this process, it never felt like Matt took my or my spouse's side. He remained incredibly neutral but also so supportive and understanding of our circumstances. We always enjoy his witty humor and his brutal honesty, even if it is hard to hear sometimes. We have improved our communication so much and are far happier as a result of this. We have already referred several friends to Matt and will continue to do so."
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- J&H
"Matt has been a huge help in my life, he’s helped me find solutions to problems and to help break harmful patterns. He helps you talk it out and sees things that sometimes I don’t see immediately. He’s been a friend and I’ve felt like he really does care about me and how I’m doing in my. He’s improved my life for the better. He’s a great guy and a great therapist."
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- Kelton S.
"When I first met with Matt, I was struggling with a faith crisis and with self-esteem issues. I really felt like he cared about how I was doing and the progress I was making. He was a great hype man and helped me feel better about myself even in the small things and small progresses I was making. I can definitely tell a difference in myself from when I first started meeting with him and now. Thanks to Matt, I feel more hopeful about my future and about the kind of person I am."
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- Andrea V.
