- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Matthew
Matthew Kahn is a PACFA counsellor in Australia with three years of clinical experience. He works with adults who carry guilt, shame, stress and anxiety, and those dealing with relationship pain, trauma or low self‑esteem. He focuses on helping people name what they are feeling and take practical next steps.
Matthew treats concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, avoidant personality patterns and problems with commitment and control. He also supports people navigating BDSM, kink and alternative sex cultures, blended family tensions, caregiver stress, chronic illness and co‑occurring substance use. He talks through family of origin issues and communication problems that leave people stuck.
In sessions he treats trauma and abuse, depression, emptiness and the ripple effects of long‑running stress. He aims to help clients identify strengths they already have and to apply them to current challenges. Conversations are straightforward and focused on workable changes rather than theory alone.
Matthew believes clients are the experts on their own stories and that small shifts can reduce the burden of guilt and shame. He supports people to experiment with new ways of relating to themselves and others. His practice emphasises steady progress and practical skills alongside reflective conversation.
To begin, a prospective client completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session. The service uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time and fees vary by location.
How therapeutic approaches are used online
Matthew uses evidence‑based therapeutic techniques in straightforward ways. One common approach is focused work on symptoms and behaviours where the emphasis is on clear steps to reduce anxiety and improve mood. This helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress or persistent worry.Another approach involves looking at attachment and relationship patterns to understand how guilt and shame repeat in close connections. These conversations aim to map the patterns and then try different ways of relating, communication and boundary setting to see what changes in daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to test methods that fit their needs, goals and preferences. That means reviewing what helps and adjusting the focus over time rather than sticking to a single technique.
Confirm the available session formats before booking as the biography does not list specific online formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel time and allow shorter check‑in appointments when needed. They can also suit quieter surroundings, or times when being on camera is not ideal, depending on the client’s circumstances.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to guilt and shame?
He works with guilt and shame tied to stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and low self‑esteem. He also addresses family of origin and attachment issues that often underlie those feelings.
How does he approach feelings of guilt?
Matthew treats guilt by helping people name the feeling and apply practical steps to reduce its weight. Sessions focus on identifying strengths and trying concrete behaviour changes.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He has three years of experience working with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and self‑esteem concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with PACFA and practises in Australia.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients book sessions?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Fees vary with location and sessions are delivered through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.