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Matthew Bridge, BACP

Compassionate UK therapist for stress and relationships
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • LGBTQ+ affirming care
  • Tailored treatment plans

About Matthew Bridge

Matthew Bridge is a UK-credentialed therapist with three years of professional experience and registration with the BACP. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. He works directly with people facing stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related concerns, relationship difficulties, and family conflicts.

He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting conversations and treatment plans to reflect individual needs and circumstances. Matthew emphasises a collaborative working style, helping clients explore practical steps and emotional insight at a pace that feels right for them. He recognises that beginning therapy requires courage and offers steady support to those taking that first step, acknowledging the significance of seeking help and the progress that comes from committing to the process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Matthew Bridge have?

Matthew Bridge has 3 years of professional experience.

Is Matthew Bridge a registered therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Matthew Bridge provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Matthew Bridge located?

He is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Matthew Bridge as my therapist?

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

Does Matthew Bridge work with international clients?

Yes. Matthew Bridge works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Matthew Bridge 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.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Support

Matthew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that include structured, skills-focused work and relational exploration. Skills-focused approaches teach practical tools for managing stress, anxiety, and unhealthy habits by helping clients identify patterns and build coping strategies. Relational and attachment-informed work explores how past experiences and current relationships shape feelings and behaviour, which can be helpful for relationship difficulties, identity concerns, and family conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. He works collaboratively with each client to identify which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress is made and needs evolve.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, access support from different locations, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable, while still working with a registered professional to address meaningful change and everyday challenges.

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