Matt Schertzer

MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

 

Matt is a passionate and dedicated professional counselor. Matt obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology in 2024 from the Ohio State University and completed his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of the Cumberlands in 2026. He is supervised by Sharon Williston-Benadum, LPCC-S. Sharon has over 16 years of experience in the counseling field and 13 years of supervision.

 

Approach: Support with a "Nudge"

Matt cares deeply about the beauty, complexity, and brokenness of human beings. He approaches every individual with the mindset that there is always more to discover, striving to ensure his clients feel truly known, seen, and safe. Matt’s primary goal is to help clients clarify, articulate, and pursue their own values and goals.

 

In the therapy room, Matt balances empathy with a direct, growth-oriented style. He believes in the power of the "therapeutic nudge" - gently but firmly challenging clients to move past stagnation and toward the growth they desire. He works with adolescents and adults navigating a variety of challenges, with a focus on:

• Athletes & High-Performing Individuals: Addressing performance anxiety, burnout, and identity beyond achievement.

• Men’s Issues: pornography and sex addiction, emotional health, and relational struggles.

• Spiritual Integration: Supporting those looking to process spiritual issues, doubt, or vocational ministry.

• Adolescent Development: Helping teens navigate the "noise" of high school, identity formation, and mental wellness.

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Faith and Counseling

Matt has been a follower of Jesus for eight years. His relationship with Jesus has been transformative, ultimately inspiring his pursuit of a career in counseling. Because of this, he is highly comfortable integrating spiritual techniques and conversation into the process for those who desire it.

While Matt’s faith informs his worldview, he welcomes clients from all faith backgrounds, as well as those with no religious affiliation. He is strictly committed to the ethical mandates of his license and ensures that his personal beliefs are never imposed on his clients. His priority is to meet you exactly where you are.

Matt draws primarily on Narrative and Existential therapy, shaped by thinkers like Viktor Frankl and Dallas Willard - whose insights on meaning, suffering, hope, and the will inform how he helps clients construct a life worth living.

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About Matt

Matt brings a wealth of practical experience to his clinical role, having spent four years working closely with high schoolers in a volunteer context. He and his wife serve as YoungLife leaders at a local high school, where he also coaches soccer. These roles have given him a front-row seat to both the strengths and unique struggles of the next generation.

Outside of the office, Matt is an avid mover and learner. You can often find him on the soccer field, pickleball court, and golf course. When he isn’t running or playing sports, he enjoys reading and writing (Substack), playing with his dog, listening to podcasts, and hanging out with his friends.

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