Accepting New Clients
Virtual Appointments
English Sessions
Matthew (Mattie) Wood (He/They)
Intern Therapist
MACP Candidate, Registered Psychotherapist Qualifying
$80- $125 Individual Sessions
Weekday Evenings & Weekend Day/Evenings
Do you find yourself stuck in your head, replaying old conversations or moments over and over? Maybe you find yourself questioning your boundaries, or feeling unsure about who you are or where you are headed? You want to move forward, but part of you feels caught in the loop of what’s already happened.
In our work together, we’ll slow things down and start to make sense of the patterns that keep you feeling stuck. My approach focuses on building awareness, self-compassion, and stronger communication—both with yourself and with others. I support youth and adults, with a focus on creating an affirming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.
My areas of interest include navigating relationships and boundaries, exploring attachment patterns, and supporting clients through life transitions and identity questions. Together, we’ll work toward fostering deeper connection, clarity, and a greater sense of ease in how you move through the world.
Who Matthew Supports
Mattie works with youth and adults in one-on-one therapy, with a focus on providing an affirming and supportive space for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. He helps clients who are navigating:
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Relationships & Boundaries – Exploring patterns in communication and connection, setting healthy boundaries, and fostering deeper relationships with self and others.
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Attachment Patterns – Gaining awareness of how past experiences influence current relationship dynamics and developing secure, healthier ways of relating.
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Life Transitions & Identity Questions – Slowing down to make sense of internal conflicts, exploring sense of self, and navigating changes to move forward with greater clarity and ease.
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Overthinking & Self-Doubt – Moving out of the 'stuck' loop of replaying old conversations and questioning your worth to build self-compassion and assurance.
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Mattie aims to create a collaborative environment where clients can build awareness, self-compassion, and stronger communication to move through the world with confidence.
How Matthew Helps
Mattie takes a trauma-informed and client-centered approach, recognizing that healing and growth look different for everyone. Believing there is no one-size-fits-all solution, Mattie draws from a range of therapeutic modalities to tailor support to each person’s unique experiences, identity, and goals including:
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) – Helps you explore different “parts” of yourself, understand their roles, and reconnect with your core sense of self.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Encourages mindfulness and psychological flexibility, helping you live more fully in alignment with what truly matters to you.
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) – Supports emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and effective communication to navigate life’s challenges.
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Attachment-Based Therapy – Examines how early relationships shape your patterns of trust, connection, and emotional safety.
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Narrative Therapy – Helps you re-examine and rewrite the stories you tell about yourself, empowering you to create new meaning and direction.
Matthew’s Credentials & Training
Get to Know Matthew (Mattie)
Adopted from China and raised in Waterloo, Ontario, Mattie brings curiosity, openness, and authenticity into his work. As a queer-identifying therapist-in-training, he values inclusivity, self-discovery, and genuine connection—beliefs that shape his approach both in and outside the therapy room. Blending his background in technology with his passion for mental health, he brings a thoughtful balance of structure and creativity to his practice.
When not supporting clients, you can find him rock climbing, kayaking, or enjoying long walks along scenic trails. He appreciates all kinds of weather but finds something especially grounding about fall—the crisp air, colourful leaves, and the perfect excuse to put on some folk-pop music. He loves sharing a good board game with friends, exploring new cultures through travel, and savoring simple joys, like a scoop of “Superkid” ice cream.
His down-to-earth nature and love for both connection and curiosity guide his work with clients, creating a space where authenticity and growth can naturally unfold.