Matthew "Matt" Redfearn, NCPS
Supportive counsellor for practical parenting concerns
Book with Matthew- Years in practice
- 3
- Registration
- NCPS
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Family conflicts
About Matthew
Matthew "Matt" Redfearn greets people with a calm, straightforward style. He writes simply and listens closely. Matt aims to help people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood, or major life shifts.
He also supports those facing relationship difficulties, parenting strain, grief, and problems with motivation or self-esteem. Matt uses plain conversation to work out what matters most to each person. He invites clients to share their story and then focuses on small, useful steps that can make a difference.
Background and approach
Sessions are practical and collaborative, not full of jargon or one-size-fits-all plans. With three years of professional experience, Matt draws on approaches that value the client’s perspective and choices. He uses Client-Centred Therapy to build understanding and trust.
He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect, and Solution-Focused Therapy to set short-term goals. Matt holds NCPS, which is listed as his credential. He practices from the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English.
International clients are welcome, and he works through video, phone, live chat or text-based messaging depending on what suits the person. People who choose Matt will find a counsellor who emphasises collaboration and steady progress. He aims to make therapy feel manageable and relevant to everyday life.
The first few sessions are used to agree goals and plan the next steps together.
What Matthew works with
Everything Matthew lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Matthew helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Adoption and foster care
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Blended family issues
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Matthew lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Approaches that suit online parenting support
Matt blends practical, evidence-informed approaches to help people manage parenting strain, anxiety and relationship tensions. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on understanding the person’s experience and building a trusting working relationship. It is useful when someone needs time to be heard and to clarify what matters to them.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It helps people spot patterns that make stress or low mood worse and then try small experiments to change those patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy narrows attention to immediate goals and next steps, helping people try small, manageable changes that can improve day-to-day life.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk things through and agree a plan based on the person’s needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process means methods can change as progress is seen or priorities shift.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when more connection is helpful. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when being on camera is difficult. Live chat and text-based messaging can be used for brief check-ins, ongoing reflection or when fitting therapy into a busy schedule. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt these formats to support steady progress and accessible care.
Questions people ask about Matthew
What problems does Matt commonly help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting concerns, grief, addictions and life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment, adoption and foster care, blended family issues and communication problems.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
Matt combines a client-centred stance with goal-focused tools. He listens first, then uses practical steps from cognitive behavioural and solution-focused work.
What background and experience does he have?
He has three years of professional practice supporting people with common mental health and relationship challenges. His approach emphasises collaboration and steady progress.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and lists NCPS as his credential.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes. Sessions can be offered to international clients and are delivered in English.
What session formats does he use?
He works online using video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
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