MEET CHRIS
CHRIS A. MATTHEWS, LMFT-S, LCAS
Marriage, Addiction, & Faith Based Counselor
Chris A. Matthews, LMFT is one of the most trusted marriage and family therapists in the country, known for helping couples heal from disconnection, rebuild emotional safety, and create lasting change. With a structured, evidence-based approach and nearly two decades of personal and professional experience, Chris focuses on giving couples the practical tools they need to communicate, repair, and reconnect, whether they’re recovering from a crisis or simply trying to strengthen their foundation. Ultimately, Chris’s overarching goal is to ensure that each couple feels:
SAFE
Foster security through conflict resolution and building connection with your partner.
HEARD
Strengthen your voice, listen actively, and rebuild trust with your each other.
UNDERSTOOD
Maximize a deeper sense of understanding and connection in your relationship.
CARE
Experience feeling cherished, loved, and supported by your significant other.
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CHRIS COUNSELING SERVICES
With a track record of assisting countless couples through myriad circumstances, Chris possesses the expertise to address a wide array of concerns. Here is a glimpse of the many issues he can effectively assist you with.
Marriage Counseling
When communication breaks down, conflict increases, or intimacy fades, I help couples reconnect and stabilize their relationship.
FOCUS
Communication • Conflict • Trust • Intimacy • Disconnection • Resentment • Parenting stress • Emotional safety
Premarital Counseling
I help couples start strong by building clarity, skills, and aligned expectations before marriage begins.
FOCUS
Expectations • Communication • Conflict styles • Values • Boundaries • Finances • Family-of-origin • Commitment
Infidelity Counseling
When trust has been broken, I help couples stabilize the crisis, repair emotional safety, and decide next steps with intention.
FOCUS
Betrayal trauma • Trust repair • Accountability • Transparency • Triggers • Shame • Forgiveness • Emotional safety
ABOUT CHRIS
LOCATIONS
AVAILABILITY
INITIAL SESSION
In-Person & Telehealth
M-F 8am-8pm
$375 + Selected Package Rate
Chris A. Matthews is one of the most trusted and transformational marriage counselors in the country. With a 90% success rate helping couples heal from infidelity, rebuild emotional safety, and reignite their connection, he has earned a reputation as the go-to expert for relationships in crisis. As the founder and owner of both Behavioral Health Intervention Center, LLC and Relationship Counseling Group, PLLC, Chris leads two of North Carolina’s premier mental health and relationship wellness organizations, serving thousands of individuals, couples, and families each year. Chris’s expertise is backed not only by his clinical training but also by nearly two decades of personal experience. He has been happily married for 19 years and is a dedicated father of three, which gives him a deep, firsthand understanding of the joys and challenges that come with long-term commitment, parenting, and navigating real-life relationship dynamics. His groundbreaking work has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Certified Minority Business Enterprise of the Year (2024) and the Presidential Merit Award from Pfeiffer University (2021). Chris holds multiple professional credentials: he is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS), Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP®), and an Approved Supervisor with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Chris’s insight and expertise have been featured in national outlets such as The New York Times, NPR Radio, and ABC News. He is also the best-selling author of Marriage Underdogs and Finding Your Relationship Fix. Known for his bold, compassionate, and results-driven style, Chris travels the world speaking, training, and leading international marriage retreats for couples who want more than just surface-level solutions. When your marriage is at a crossroads, you need more than advice—you need a proven guide with the heart and skill to walk you through the hard stuff. Investing in counseling with Chris A. Matthews means giving your relationship the best chance at real, lasting transformation. Because your love is worth fighting for—and with Chris, you’ll have a seasoned expert in your corner every step of the way.
