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Mati Ma, BACP

Immigrant-informed therapist supporting youths and adults
  • BACP member
  • Speaks Mandarin and Cantonese
  • Online sessions available

About Mati Ma

Mati Ma is a BACP-accredited counsellor and psychotherapist who works with youths and adults, drawing on both formal training and personal experience as an immigrant between Hong Kong, Canada, and the United Kingdom. He combines counselling skills with conflict resolution techniques to help clients navigate relationship challenges, life transitions, and emotional difficulties. Fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, he is able to support people from diverse cultural backgrounds and communication needs.

Mati began his professional work with young people and families in 2001, serving as a behavioural interventionist, a Canadian school youth worker, and a Scottish school counsellor before establishing his practice in London. His background in schools and youth services informs a practical, empathetic approach to therapy, with a focus on building understanding, strengthening communication, and supporting coping strategies for stress, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal concerns.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Mati Ma have?

Mati Ma has three years of professional experience as a counsellor and psychotherapist.

Is Mati Ma a registered therapist?

Yes, Mati Ma holds the BACP credential.

In which languages does Mati Ma provide therapy?

Mati Ma provides therapy in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

Where is Mati Ma located?

Mati Ma is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Mati Ma as my therapist?

You can work with Mati Ma through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mati Ma work with international clients?

Yes, Mati Ma works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mati Ma cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Client-Centered Care and Online Support

Mati Ma practices Client-Centered Therapy, an approach that focuses on understanding each person from their own perspective and creating a supportive, non-judgmental space for exploration. This method helps people increase self-awareness, build confidence, and work through emotional challenges such as anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship issues.

He also draws on conflict resolution-informed techniques to help clients improve communication, manage interpersonal disagreements, and develop practical strategies for family and relationship concerns. These methods are useful for situations involving attachment difficulties, communication breakdowns, and caregiving stress.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Mati Ma works collaboratively with clients to identify what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review progress and adapt the focus and methods as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access registered professionals from various locations and to continue therapy during life changes or when in-person sessions are not convenient.

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