Stephen Matthews, BACP
- Person-centred approach
- Experience with grief
- Works with neurodiversity
About Stephen Matthews
Stephen volunteers as a bereavement counsellor, bringing additional experience in supporting people during deeply personal and difficult times. He also has experience working with clients who have ADHD and autism, and has helped some people feel heard for the first time in therapeutic conversations. His practice attends to both immediate distress and the longer-term work of rebuilding confidence and daily functioning.
Working from a person-centred foundation, Stephen positions the client as the central authority in the therapeutic relationship, prioritising empathic listening and collaboration to help clients clarify their goals. He also integrates evidence-based strategies and practical tools from other therapeutic approaches when helpful, tailoring interventions to each person's needs. His aim is to support clients toward greater autonomy so they can manage day-to-day life more productively, with the option to pause or return to therapy as circumstances require.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Stephen Matthews have?
Stephen Matthews has 3 years of professional experience.
Is Stephen Matthews a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the BACP credential and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Stephen Matthews provide therapy?
Stephen provides therapy in English.
Where is Stephen Matthews located?
Stephen is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Stephen Matthews as my therapist?
You can work with Stephen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Stephen Matthews work with international clients?
Stephen Matthews does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Stephen Matthews 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.
Person-centred and Integrative Support Delivered Online
Stephen primarily works from a person-centred approach, which focuses on empathic listening and creating space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. This approach helps people who are coping with depression, relationship difficulties, grief, and challenges to self-esteem by placing the client's experience at the centre of therapy.Alongside this foundation, Stephen draws on integrative evidence-based techniques - blending practical strategies and tools tailored to the individual's needs. These techniques are used to help manage symptoms of stress, anxiety, trauma responses, or difficulties related to neurodiversity, offering concrete ways to cope while preserving the client-led focus of sessions.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work and will be decided collaboratively. Stephen will help clients identify what feels most helpful based on their goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities, adjusting methods as progress is made. Registered professionals can deliver these approaches effectively through remote formats.
Online therapy with Stephen is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or other commitments. These options make it easier to maintain regular contact, try different session lengths and formats, and access support from where the client feels most comfortable.