- Person-centred approach
- Existential elements
- Supports LGBT concerns
About Matt
Matt Lightfoot is a counsellor registered with NCPS and has four years of professional experience. He works with common early-adult pressures such as stress, anxiety, relationship worries, self-esteem and career questions. He also supports people facing grief, trauma, addiction and questions around gender and sexuality, including LGBT and gender dysphoria concerns.
Matt describes his practice as grounded in person-centred work. Sessions are led by the client, with the counsellor listening and reflecting rather than directing the agenda. That approach suits people who want to make sense of their feelings and consider practical next steps without being told what to do.
He also draws on existential ideas when meaning and purpose are part of the problem. Those elements help when life changes feel confusing or when someone is rethinking identity, values or direction. Matt says this can be useful for people wrestling with emptiness, career decisions or finding more meaning in day-to-day life.
Matt notes personal experience of long-term therapy during his training, which informs how he works with others. He aims to be straightforward and relatable, helping people name their concerns and think about choices. Typical topics include sleep difficulties, intimacy-related issues, parenting strain, ADHD and coping with separation.
Sessions are offered in English from the United Kingdom, and international clients are accepted. The service uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How client-centred and existential work translates to online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, acceptance and following the client's lead. The counsellor reflects what is said and helps the person clarify their own thoughts and feelings. This suits people who want a non-directive space to name concerns and decide next steps.Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choice and personal values. It helps when life changes leave someone feeling lost, when identity or direction feels uncertain, or when questions about purpose are centre stage. It often involves talking through values and practical ways to live in line with them.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will talk with the client about goals and preferences and together decide whether person-centred, existential or a blend is most helpful. This is a collaborative process and can change over time as needs evolve.
The original profile does not specify session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into study, work or travel schedules. They also allow shorter check-ins, meetings that do not require travel, and flexibility around timing to suit a busy day. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt the practicalities to help the work fit everyday life.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Matt help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship worries, and also supports people with trauma, addictions, grief and identity questions such as LGBT and gender dysphoria.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centred way of working where the client leads sessions, with reflective listening and joint exploration rather than directive advice.
What experience does he bring?
Matt has four years of professional experience and has undertaken extensive personal therapy as part of his training.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises from the United Kingdom and is registered with NCPS.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, international clients are accepted; sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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