BACP
Matthew Groom, BACP
Therapist in the UK
Matthew is a BACP therapist in the UK.
- 6+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, LGBT
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About Matthew
He has experience working with clients from the LGBTQ+ community while offering services to people of all backgrounds. Matthew also works with issues such as abandonment and attachment difficulties, codependency, communication and control problems, dissociation, and challenges tied to divorce, separation or infidelity. He addresses a broad spectrum of emotional experiences including guilt, shame, emptiness, isolation and jealousy.
In sessions he aims to create an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely. He encourages clients to take the courageous first step toward help and believes that being heard by someone who is truly listening can be a powerful part of healing. Matthew collaborates with clients to identify goals and practical ways to bring about lasting change in daily life.
Areas of expertise
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
BACP
Languages
English
Focus areas
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Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care
Matthew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and understanding how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact. These structured approaches help people recognise unhelpful patterns and develop strategies to manage anxiety, low mood, stress and relationship difficulties.
He also applies trauma-aware methods to gently explore and process past harm, helping clients understand how earlier experiences can affect current emotions and relationships. These methods support recovery at a pace that feels manageable and respectful of each person’s history.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Matthew works with clients to identify goals and preferences, adjusting methods as therapy progresses to ensure the best fit for their needs. Clients are invited to shape the work, and the therapist offers guidance and practical tools throughout.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, to maintain continuity when travel or schedules change, and to connect with a registered professional from different locations.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Matthew Groom have?
Matthew Groom has six years of professional experience working in the NHS, the charity sector and private practice.
Is Matthew Groom a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the BACP credential - a membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy which indicates adherence to recognised professional standards.
In which languages does Matthew Groom provide therapy?
Matthew provides therapy in English.
Where is Matthew Groom located?
Matthew Groom is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Matthew Groom as my therapist?
You can work with Matthew Groom through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Matthew Groom work with international clients?
Yes, Matthew works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Matthew Groom 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.