Matthew Pettit completed his Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation in 1998 and his Master of Science in Human Development and Family Studies in 2005. From 1999–2011, Matt worked at Aspen Ranch Residential Treatment, supporting teens and their families. During that time, he also served as a therapist in the community of Wayne County, Utah.
In 2011, Matt moved to Grand Junction, where he has continued helping individuals, couples, and families pursue greater stability, joy, and contentment. Matt brings a down-to-earth, practical approach to counseling—meeting people where they are, building rapport quickly, and identifying what will make the biggest difference. When change is blocked by deeply rooted family dynamics or longstanding psychological patterns, he works collaboratively to clarify goals and move into the “real work” of therapy with structure, warmth, and momentum.
With a wide range of therapeutic tools and approaches to draw from, Matt tailors therapy to the client’s needs so challenges don’t remain stuck in the mud of discouragement.
Areas of focus
- Anxiety, worry, fears, stress
- Depression, grief & loss
- Trauma
- Family conflict, parenting, youth & teens
- Couples work: marital difficulties, premarital counseling, relationships, divorce
- Anger, defiance
- Identity
- Addictions
- Forgiveness
- Academic concerns
- Adoption
- Pain management
- Christian/faith-integrated counseling (if requested)
Associates in Behavioral Counseling 