- Client-Centred approach
- Existential therapy focus
- Guilt and shame support
About Matthew
Matthew Bennett is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. Matthew also lists focused areas such as guilt and shame, abandonment, attachment issues and codependency.
He describes therapy as a collaborative process. Sessions are a place to talk through what is troubling someone, notice patterns, and build clearer understanding. Matthew emphasises the relational side of work - the connection between counsellor and client is part of how change happens.
In practice he offers steady, honest conversation rather than quick fixes. That can mean sitting with difficult feelings, naming what comes up, and gently testing new ways of thinking or behaving. He helps people notice how past experiences shape current reactions and relationships.
Matthew uses client-centred and existential approaches to guide sessions. Client-centred work focuses on the person’s experience in the room and follows their pace. Existential work looks at meaning, choice and responsibility, and can help with deep questions about identity and purpose.
People bring a wide range of concerns, from anxiety and depression to issues around trust, commitment and isolation. His stated aim is to increase awareness, find clarity and help people reconnect with themselves. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How his approaches translate to online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy places the person's experience at the centre and follows what they bring to each session. Online use of this approach means conversations stay focused on the client's here-and-now feelings and thoughts, helping clarify what matters most and what to address next. Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choice and responsibility. In a remote setting this can involve discussing values, life direction and how someone makes sense of hard experiences. It can be useful for issues such as guilt, shame, emptiness and questions about life purpose. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew aims to explore what fits each person's needs and preferences, and to make that decision together with the client. The approach can shift as the conversation unfolds and as priorities change. Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because the biography does not list specific formats. Please check which formats are offered when you schedule. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work and family life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter or more flexible check-ins when needed.Areas of expertise
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns and depression. He also notes additional focuses such as guilt and shame, abandonment and codependency.
How would he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He combines client-centred listening with existential discussion about meaning and choice. That means talking through the feeling, noticing patterns, and considering personal values and next steps.
What experience does he bring?
He has three years of professional practice as a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom. His work has included stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and depression.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.