Professional Testimonials
“Testimonials describe what has been, and are a promise of what is to come.”
-Ron Kaufman
"Matthew is a passionate, leader who is committed to using his skills and talents to work in the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) community. As a licensed clinical social work practitioner with strong advocacy, organizational leadership and development skills, Matthew will be an asset to any organization. It has been a pleasure collaborating with Matthew as a Social Work Consultant."
- Rosemary Anderson, LICSW, LCSW-C
Matthew has been a great member of Turnaround's DC Team. In addition to managing the Mental Health Partnerships at two of our partner schools, he coached school staff to build much improved Tier 2 and Tier 3 systems. He took this work very seriously, and constantly applied a systems-thinking lens to each challenge or priority we took on. As part of influencing our school partners, Matthew facilitated group trainings and sessions aimed at advancing our work plan and goals. He also was a great thought partner and pushed our collective thinking in each of our team meetings, particularly raising issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion to broaden our perspective and make us better.
-Michael Lamb, Sr. Advisor; When We All Vote
“Matthew is high energy, positive impact and extremely dedicated to his role as Mental Health counselor. Matthew is very knowledgeable and approachable which makes his work with college students so exemplary. His ability to balance his role as public advocate and private confident for young adults, in today's times of tremendous change and pressure, are personal qualities any institution, (university/college or high school setting) would be luck to find. In fact, I have been so impressed with Matthew's passion and dedication that he has been recommended and served several times to present on career panels for Harvard University students contemplating careers or graduate schooling the counseling and mental health arena. Matthew is truly one of a kind treasure!”
– A. Sanford, Consultant; Harvard University
“Matthew is intelligent, engaging, and has a great demeanor for working with youth in the classroom. His approach is dynamic, and his personality connects well with young people. He understands the importance of establishing a professional relationship with students and of conducting enlightening classes that motivates students’ interest in the course material and participation in the class. He also encourages an environment that promotes problem solving and critical thinking skills and that challenges his students to surpass their current state and to reach for the next level.”
– K. Terrell, Ph.D., Principal Consultant; Terrell Education Consulting Group
"Having displayed excellent verbal and written skills, Matthew Vialva has shared a vast array of professional skills in his conducting clinical assessments in addition to psychotherapy. His skills include having the personality and professionalism to interact with youth and parents, alike, in a highly effective manner. Matthew’s relationship style leaves the staff and clients feeling cared for, as his warm, genuine interest resonates in his conversation and thoughtful interventions."
- Christine D. Williams, MS, LCPC CEO; Affordable Behavioral Consultants, Inc
“Matthew is a natural born leader, with a friendly demeanor and silent confidence, who is highly respected among his peers and colleagues. He is a driven, hardworking professional with a passion for working with youth and young adults in the academic setting.”