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Matthew Pitman, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 10 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes

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Matthew Pitman is a psychotherapist with ten years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem and major life changes. He uses everyday language and straightforward questions to help people make sense of difficult feelings.

Matthew listens for what matters most to each person and then helps them clarify what they want to change. He encourages honest talk about painful topics such as abandonment, codependency, infidelity, and guilt or shame.

Background and approach

Sessions aim to reduce feeling overwhelmed and to find more manageable ways of coping. He also supports people dealing with control issues, communication problems, dissociation and the emotional impact of domestic violence. Fatherhood issues and men’s concerns are among the areas he addresses.

He pays attention to isolation, purpose and problems that follow from dependent personality patterns. Matthew draws on Existential Therapy to help people look at meaning, choice and personal responsibility in their lives. He helps people notice patterns and make practical changes that suit their values.

Work in sessions mixes reflection with simple plans you can try between meetings. Sessions are offered in English and delivered online through a mix of video, phone, live chat and text-based messaging. To begin, users complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Existential approaches and flexible online therapy

Existential Therapy focuses on questions of meaning, choice and responsibility. It helps people who feel lost, stuck or overwhelmed by life decisions to name what matters and to consider different ways forward. The approach suits issues such as life purpose, guilt, shame and major transitions.

Matthew uses this approach to encourage reflection alongside practical steps. He will work collaboratively with each person to identify goals and try out changes that fit their values. Deciding which method to use is part of the work together, and the approach can shift if something else fits better for a person's needs and preferences.

Online therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video is useful when visual connection helps the conversation, while phone calls need less bandwidth and can be easier during a busy day. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check-ins, writing-based reflection and flexible scheduling. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments, while still keeping the focus on practical progress and deeper understanding.

What concerns does Matthew commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. He also focuses on issues like abandonment, codependency, infidelity and men's issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Matthew uses plain language and direct listening to help people make sense of feelings. He blends thoughtful conversation with practical steps to try between sessions.

What professional background does he have?

He has ten years of experience as a psychotherapist working with depression, anxiety, trauma and related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

Matthew holds BACP accreditation and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

He offers online video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging for therapy.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with him?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Therapeutic approaches

Existential Therapy

Experience: 10 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Matthew

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Matthew Pitman, BACP

Background and approach

Existential approaches and flexible online therapy

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety