- Relational approach
- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem
About Matthew
Matthew Bennett is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He offers a space for honest exploration where people can increase self-awareness, find clarity, and reconnect with themselves. Sessions aim to be collaborative and focused on what matters to the individual.
Matthew works relationally and values the therapeutic connection as part of the work. He sits alongside clients as they talk through difficult feelings and patterns. This can include staying with uncertainty or working through painful memories and emotions.
He helps people navigate common concerns such as stress and anxiety, low mood and depression, and difficulties in relationships. He also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, and with self-esteem or motivation problems. Additional areas Matthew notices often include attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, commitment worries, and feelings of emptiness.
Matthew also has experience with challenges that can come from specific life circumstances. These include first responder issues, veteran and armed forces matters, immigration stresses, isolation and loneliness, and questions about life purpose. He aims to help people build insight into patterns and find practical ways to move forward.
Therapy with Matthew is described as a joint process where the client’s needs shape the direction. He focuses on helping people develop understanding and make changes at a pace that suits them.
How Matthew’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, acceptance and understanding. The counsellor offers an open, non-judgemental space so the person can talk through what matters and find their own solutions. This approach suits issues like low self-esteem, relationship worries and stress.Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choice and personal responsibility. It helps when people are facing questions about purpose, identity, isolation or major life changes. Sessions can involve reflecting on values and what brings a sense of direction.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Matthew will work collaboratively to identify what feels most helpful based on the person’s needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative planning can change over time as new issues arise.
If you are considering online therapy, check the available session options before booking as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make sessions possible when living far from services. Confirm the current session formats and scheduling details when you arrange an appointment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Matthew focus on?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. He also works with related issues such as abandonment, attachment and codependency.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is relational and collaborative, centred on the connection between counsellor and client. He creates a space to explore feelings, patterns and difficult memories at the client’s pace.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has three years of professional experience working with a range of common mental health and relationship concerns. That experience informs his approach to listening and supporting people.
What credentials and location are listed?
Matthew is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.