Rebecca Matthews, BACP

Rebecca Matthews is a counsellor who focuses on helping people with relationship strain, grief and low self-esteem. She offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about what is worrying them. Sessions are practical and down to earth, with goals set together and steps agreed to move forward.

Rebecca trained as a counsellor and is a BACP therapist - Registered Member (MBACP). She combines a person-centred way of working with practical tools drawn from cognitive behavioural approaches, dialectical behaviour ideas and mindfulness when these fit a person's needs. This mix lets her respond to each person rather than follow a single method.

She has around six years' experience supporting people through bereavement, depression, attachment concerns, and intimacy or relationship difficulties. Rebecca also works with issues such as abandonment, jealousy and communication problems, and with people who identify as LGBT. She mentions supporting those with autism and some personality-related patterns when relevant.

In sessions she aims to keep things simple and collaborative. People can expect to name a few goals, try small changes between meetings, and reflect on what helps or gets in the way. She uses straightforward techniques to manage anxiety, panic and difficult emotions.

If someone is unsure where to start Rebecca encourages them to ask questions first. The continue button on this profile begins a short matching process and then scheduling follows according to the therapist's availability.

Therapeutic approaches and online working

Rebecca commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy alongside a person-centred way of working. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small, meaningful steps even when feelings are difficult; it can help with anxiety, avoidance and making clearer life choices. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current bonds and communication, which is useful for intimacy struggles and trust issues.

Finding the right fit is part of the process. Rebecca works collaboratively to decide which approach or combination will match a person's needs, goals and preferences. She will suggest options, check how they feel in practice, and adjust the plan together as therapy progresses.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm the current options before booking. Online working can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also makes it simpler to continue a course of work during life changes while keeping the focus on practical steps, emotion regulation and building healthier communication patterns.