Matt Lightfoot

Matt Lightfoot is a counsellor who uses a person-centred way of working. He aims to offer a warm, non-judgemental space where people can talk through what matters to them. Matt draws on his own experience of therapy to stay practical and down to earth in sessions. He focuses on helping people cope with stress, anxiety, low mood and relationship concerns, and can support those dealing with anger, addictions and grief. He also works with issues around identity and sexuality including LGBT and gender dysphoria related concerns. Sessions look at what feels unhelpful now and what small changes might make life easier. Matt combines a relational, client-led stance with elements of existential thinking. That means he follows the person’s agenda while exploring life meaning, values and choices where useful. The counsellor encourages people to notice their own strengths and to experiment with different ways of responding to problems. He is registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society, listed as NCPS, and has four years of professional experience. He describes his style as approachable and relatable, keeping conversations straightforward and practical. People who meet him often want help with coping skills, managing strong feelings, and finding direction after life changes. He can also work with specific concerns such as ADHD, trauma and family of origin issues. Prospective clients should check session options before booking to confirm current arrangements. To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling. Matt welcomes conversations to see whether his approach feels like a good fit.

How client-centred and existential approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and following the person’s lead. The counsellor gives space for clients to set the topics and pace, which helps when dealing with anger, anxiety or low mood. Existential Therapy looks at values, meaning and choices in life and can be useful for people wrestling with identity, purpose or major life changes.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will check in about goals and preferences, and together they will try ways of working that suit the person. That might mean staying mostly person-centred while bringing in existential questions when decisions or meaning are central.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling around work, family or travel commitments and can reduce the time spent travelling. Some formats are better for shorter check-ins or when video is difficult, while others allow for more in-depth conversation; the therapist and client can decide what works best for practical needs and day-to-day schedules.