Counsellor profile
Matthew Watson, BACP
Counsellor - Stress and anxiety
See online counselling options- Client-Centred Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
About Matthew
Counsellor Matthew Watson is a member of the BACP with five years' experience. He works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression, and helps people coping with life changes, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief and parenting concerns.
Matthew uses straightforward conversations to help people make sense of what is happening. He listens to each person's situation and focuses on practical steps that feel possible in day-to-day life. Sessions aim to clarify immediate concerns and set small goals that can be reviewed over time.
His work draws on client-centred methods to keep the person's experience central. He also uses solution-focused ideas to spot what is already helping and build on it. For people affected by traumatic events he brings elements of trauma-focused therapy to stabilise distress and create a clear plan for moving forward.
Matthew has experience with a wide range of issues. These include neurodiversity such as autism and ADHD, domestic violence, dissociation, grief, chronic illness and end-of-life matters. He also supports people facing abandonment, isolation, codependency, jealousy, and body image concerns.
People can expect direct, plain conversation about difficulties and possible steps to take between sessions. Matthew works in the United Kingdom and offers services in English. Before booking, check which session formats are currently available and suitable for your needs.
Therapeutic approaches used in online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own perspective. The counsellor listens and reflects what matters to the individual, helping them clarify feelings and make choices. This approach is helpful for issues like low self-esteem, anxiety and decisions about relationships or parenting.Solution-Focused Therapy prioritises small, practical steps that can change daily life. Sessions often identify what is already working and how to do more of it. This is useful for stress, motivation problems and short-term practical goals.
Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses responses to past harmful events. It aims to reduce ongoing distress and provide ways to manage triggers and strong emotions. This approach can be used when trauma or abuse contributes to current symptoms.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss options and agree a plan based on the person's needs, goals and preferences. That choice is made collaboratively and can be adjusted as the work continues.
Session formats are not specified in the original profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family and travel. It can also allow shorter check-ins, reduce travel time and make it possible to meet from different locations or time zones when needed.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression, plus relationship and family concerns. He also supports people with trauma, grief, addiction and parenting challenges.
What style of therapy does he use?
He uses client-centred work to keep your experience central and solution-focused techniques to set practical steps. He also applies trauma-focused approaches when past events are causing ongoing distress.
How long has he been practising?
He has five years of professional experience working with people on a range of concerns.
Which professional body is he a member of?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
In which language are sessions held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients. Check time zones and session arrangements before booking.
How are sessions arranged and what format do they use?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with him before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.