- Direct listening
- Practical steps
- LGBT inclusive
About Matthew
Matthew Groom is a counsellor who supports men dealing with stress, anxiety and issues linked to relationships and identity. He offers a listening space for people feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure where to turn. His background includes six years working across the NHS, the charity sector and private practice in the United Kingdom.
He works with a wide range of concerns including depression, trauma and abuse, anger, addictions and career pressures. He also supports people who identify as LGBT and those navigating attachment, abandonment or intimacy difficulties. Sessions often address feelings of emptiness, shame, betrayal, isolation and the ripple effects of separation or infidelity.
In sessions he aims to create an open, non-judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken about honestly. He listens actively and helps people name what matters most to them. The focus is practical - noticing patterns, making small changes and building clearer communication with others.
Matthew’s service reflects six years of NHS, charity and private practice experience. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts his style to suit each person’s needs. People can expect straightforward conversation, reflective questions and collaborative planning for next steps.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on the therapist’s availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How therapeutic approaches work in online therapy
Matthew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on helping people make changes in day-to-day life. One common approach he uses helps people recognise unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, then try small experiments to test different ways of responding. This can be useful for anxiety, low mood and many stress-related problems.Another frequently used method centres on building stronger connection skills and clearer communication. It helps people understand attachment and how past hurt affects present relationships, and is often helpful for issues like abandonment, jealousy and commitment concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will discuss options with each person and agree a plan that fits their goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and may change over time as different needs arise.
For practical reasons, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy routine. People can arrange sessions around work or family commitments and avoid travel time. Please confirm which session formats are offered before booking, as the biography does not list specific options.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, and also works with trauma, addiction and anger concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is straightforward and conversational, focusing on listening, identifying patterns and planning small practical steps to improve daily life.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has six years of professional experience working in the NHS, the charity sector and private practice in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where does he practise?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and he does accept international clients; confirm details when arranging sessions.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify formats, so please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.