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Mati Ma

BACP

Mati Ma, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Mati is a BACP therapist in the UK.

  • 3+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Relationship issues, Self esteem
  • Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy
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About Mati

Mati Ma is a BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom who works with youths and adults. He blends formal counselling and conflict resolution training with his lived experience as an immigrant between Hong Kong, Canada and the UK to help people navigate relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, career decisions, depression, anxiety, stress and family-related issues. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the professional association for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK, and indicates his registration with that body.

Mati adopts a client-centered approach that places the person's experience and goals at the center of therapy, tailoring conversations and practical strategies to each individual's needs. He offers services in English, Mandarin and Cantonese, which supports multilingual clients and those from different cultural backgrounds. His practice addresses a wide range of concerns, including attachment and abandonment issues, intimacy and communication problems, caregiver stress, codependency, trauma and the emotional effects of life changes.

Mati works with international clients and provides appointments through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and in-app messaging. He emphasizes collaborative work, helping clients explore options, develop coping skills and build clarity about next steps.

Areas of expertise

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English, Mandarin, Cantonese

Focus areas

Relationship issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueStress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse
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Intimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersCoping with life changes

Also listed for

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stress
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CodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Client-Centered and Conflict Resolution Approaches Online

Mati Ma primarily practices client-centered therapy, an approach that focuses on understanding each person's unique perspective and supporting them with empathy, active listening and collaborative goal-setting. This approach is well suited to relationship concerns, self-esteem work and coping with life transitions because it centers the client's priorities and pace.

He also brings conflict resolution-informed techniques into sessions, using structured conversation and problem-solving tools to address communication breakdowns, family disputes and workplace tensions. These techniques help clients explore options and find practical ways to manage difficult interactions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Mati works collaboratively with clients to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals and preferences. Together they may adapt methods over time to respond to changing circumstances.

Online therapy with Mati is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for busy schedules, support for clients who live far from in-person services, and multiple ways to engage with therapy so people can choose what feels most comfortable and accessible.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Mati Ma have?

Mati Ma has 3 years of professional experience.

Is Mati Ma a registered therapist?

Yes. Mati Ma holds BACP registration.

In which languages does Mati Ma provide therapy?

Mati Ma provides therapy in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

Where is Mati Ma located?

Mati Ma is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Mati Ma as my therapist?

You can work with Mati Ma through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mati Ma work with international clients?

Yes, Mati Ma works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mati Ma cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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