About Matthew
Matthew Black works from a client-centred approach that keeps the person at the heart of every session. He aims to build a calm, respectful space where people can talk about hard things and make sense of what matters to them. Matthew holds NCPS as his listed credential and has five years of professional experience in the field.
He helps people who are grieving or facing major life changes. He also supports those dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and low self-esteem. Other focus areas include relationship and family concerns, compassion fatigue, and issues connected to gender dysphoria and LGBT matters.
Matthew blends Client-Centred Therapy with practical tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Sessions aim to be collaborative, with conversations shaped by what the person brings and small, manageable steps to try between meetings.
People meet him when they want down-to-earth support rather than labels. He adapts his pace to each person and works to make therapy relevant to day-to-day life. The goal is to help people feel more able to cope and make clearer choices about their next steps.
Matthew encourages anyone thinking about therapy to take the first step. He offers straightforward information about how to start and what to expect, and will work with each person to set practical goals and a realistic plan.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s perspective first and focuses on listening, empathy and responding to what matters most to them. It helps when someone wants a space to be heard and to make choices at their own pace.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and offers practical steps to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression and stress where learning new ways of responding can help day-to-day functioning.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. It is useful when people need help with mood swings, distress tolerance and clearer communication.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences and then try out methods that feel most helpful. That choice is made together and may change as therapy progresses.
For practical benefits, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Because session formats are not specified in the biography, please confirm current online options before booking so you know what is offered.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can Matthew help with?
He supports people with grief, coping with life changes, stress and anxiety, as well as depression and addictions. Additional focus areas include LGBT matters, gender dysphoria, hoarding and relationship issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a client-centred approach that keeps the person and their experience first. He also integrates tools from CBT and DBT to help with practical skills and emotion management.
How much experience does he have?
Matthew has five years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and relational concerns.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He lists NCPS as his credential and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be held in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Please confirm current session formats before booking so you know whether they meet your needs.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.