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Kevin Matthews, BACP

Calm, body-aware counselling for everyday struggles

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About Kevin

Kevin Matthews is a counsellor in the United Kingdom who helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, anger and depression. He also supports those living with attention difficulties such as ADHD. He presents a calm, straightforward approach and focuses on what people can do now to feel steadier and more able to cope.

He works from a belief that each person knows their story best and brings strengths to the room.

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Background and approach

Sessions aim to build on those strengths while creating practical steps for daily life. Conversations are plain and focused, with attention to both feelings and the body. Kevin draws on somatic therapy to help people notice how emotions show up physically and to find ways to ease tension.

He uses client-centred methods to keep the conversation guided by the person’s needs, and Internal Family Systems ideas to map different parts of experience and their roles. With four years of professional experience and BACP registration, he combines practical exercises with listening and reflection.

People often work on specific problems such as workplace stress, relationship pain after separation, loneliness, or managing strong emotions like shame and guilt. Sessions aim to be flexible and paced to each person. Kevin encourages small, achievable changes and supports people as they try them out between meetings.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Kevin uses somatic therapy to help people notice bodily signals linked to stress and strong emotions and to practise simple ways to ease tension. This can be useful for panic, chronic anxiety, and stress that shows up in the body.

He also works in a client-centred way, which means conversations follow what the person needs and pace. That approach helps people feel heard and decide what to try next. Internal Family Systems ideas are used to identify different parts of a person’s inner life - for example the part that criticises and the part that needs comfort - and to reduce internal conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods together, and adjust based on what helps most. This is a collaborative process that puts the person’s preferences and needs first.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people juggling work, family or mobility limits. Video calls let the therapist and client connect face to face, while phone, live chat and text messaging provide quieter or more immediate ways to keep in touch. These options make it easier to fit regular sessions into a busy life and to continue work between meetings.
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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression and attention difficulties such as ADHD, plus related issues like isolation, shame and workplace pressure.
What is his therapeutic style like?
The style is straightforward and calm, with listening first and practical steps next. Sessions focus on what the person wants to change and on using their strengths.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in his profile.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP, and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can he see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
He meets people through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to allow different ways to connect.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.