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Mathew Roderick, BACP

Credentials
BACP
Experience
6 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyEating disordersSelf esteemDepressionCoaching

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Mathew Roderick uses straightforward, practical therapy to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression and issues with eating and self-esteem. He is a BACP counsellor with six years of professional experience. Mathew aims to make starting therapy easier for worried people and parents who need clear support.

He focuses on creating an open, non-judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken about honestly. In sessions he works alongside the person to set realistic goals and find ways to cope with daily pressure and low mood.

Background and approach

He also addresses motivation, confidence, sleeping problems and addictions with practical changes that fit everyday life. Mathew draws on a mix of approaches to suit different problems. He uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and try new behaviours.

He blends this with motivational interviewing when someone needs help finding reasons to change, and psychodynamic ideas when past patterns are getting in the way. He also helps people navigate difficult relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, trauma and sexual assault recovery, body image worries, obsessive thoughts, phobias and financial stress.

Mathew supports work-related and career questions, parenting strain and issues linked to HIV and men’s health. Sessions can take place by video, phone, live chat or text messaging to fit busy schedules. To begin, users complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions based on the therapist’s availability.

How online approaches like CBT and motivational interviewing help

Mathew uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try small behavioural changes that reduce anxiety and low mood. CBT sessions online can focus on practical exercises and homework that fit into daily life, such as sleep routines or managing triggers.

He also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find personal reasons to change behaviour, for example with addictions, eating concerns or career decisions. That approach is conversational and aims to build momentum for change rather than push a single plan.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mathew will discuss goals and preferences and adapt methods as therapy progresses. He aims to decide together which techniques feel most useful and to change course when something is not working.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when more nuance is needed. Phone sessions can be useful for quick check-ins or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or text messaging suits brief support, written reflection or days when speaking feels hard. These options help people fit sessions around work, childcare and travel commitments.
What concerns does Mathew help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, eating and self-esteem issues, plus addictions and motivation concerns.
What is Mathew’s style of therapy?
He combines practical Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas to match the problem and the person.
How much experience does he have?
Mathew has six years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
Where is Mathew based and what are his credentials?
He is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration as a counsellor.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English for both UK and international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; costs vary with location and therapist availability.
How do I begin working with Mathew?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to availability.

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Experience
6 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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