Matthew Scruggs

Matthew is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with clients of all ages and values a collaborative, strengths-based perpective. He brings an integrative, client-centered approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing. Using these flexible styles, Matthew can tailor care to each client’s unique needs, goals, and strengths.r

Matthew earned dual bachelor’s degrees from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and a Master of Education in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling from the University of Montevallo. He is committed to fostering a supportive, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to explore challenges, build effective coping strategies, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.