Matthew "Matt" Redfearn, NCPS

Matthew "Matt" Redfearn offers short, straightforward support for people who are worried about stress, anxiety, relationships or changes in life. He writes in a plain, encouraging way and focuses on helping people find small, practical steps forward. Matthew uses an approachable style that aims to make the first step feel easier to take.

Matthew believes the client is the expert in their own story and looks to build on existing strengths. He uses listening and gentle questioning to help people notice patterns and try different responses. Sessions tend to focus on what is useful right now and what might change things for the better.

His background includes three years of professional experience. He holds NCPS, which is provided here exactly as stated in his biography. He has worked with a broad range of concerns including grief, addiction, parenting strain, intimacy-related issues, trauma and anger.

In practical terms Matthew aims for clear goals and short-term progress when that suits the person. He draws on client-centred ideas to keep the conversation focused on the person’s needs, and on cognitive behavioural techniques to test thoughts and reactions in everyday life. Solution-focused methods are used when people want to try doable changes quickly.

People considering therapy are encouraged to take the next step when they feel ready. Matthew supports clients through the early decisions and helps set realistic, manageable aims so daily life feels less overwhelming.

How his approaches work in online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy emphasises listening and understanding the person's point of view. It helps when someone needs a calm space to talk and to be heard without pressure. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and helps people try practical changes to reduce anxiety or mood difficulties. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, achievable steps that move daily life in a better direction and suits people who want concrete, short-term goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Matthew will work with each person to decide which methods suit their needs and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can change over time as goals become clearer or new challenges arise.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions more easily into a busy week and avoiding travel time. It can also make it simpler to have a shorter check-in or a daytime appointment during a break. The exact session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking to ensure they fit your routine. Many people find that online sessions help them maintain continuity of care alongside other commitments.