Matt Thomas
Counsellor in Brighton

Hi, I'm Matt, a BACP registered Humanistic Therapist. I offer face to face sessions in Brighton and Hove and also work online and via telephone.

Sometimes we perhaps need someone to talk to who is not a friend or family member. I will provide a safe space to do this, and will help you understand things better. Therapy can be similiar to decluttering a messy cupboard.

I believe our therapeutic relationship is important - you can expect me to be warm, honest and genuine.

I believe everyone experiences the world uniquely and everything is valid. Issues around race, LGBTQ+ and discrimination are particularly important to me.
I offer an initial online session at no cost to you. After that I charge £50 per 50 minute session.

Background & Counselling Qualifications

After qualifying from the University of Brighton, I completed an Advanced Level 5 Qualification in Counselling Children and Young People.

I have previously worked for a South London Counselling Agency the NHS under Wandsworth Borough and volunteered at South London Young Persons Charity (Catch 22).

Having worked in London for just under 3 years, I have worked with a broad variety of different people and issues. I am particularly interested in issues related to culture, LGBTQ and identity, and how these play out in the context of life in the UK.

In my work with young people I have experience of working with issues such as self-harm, suicidal thoughts, discrimination and identity, family and relationship problems, disordered eating, substance misuse, problems at school and at home, anxiety and general sadness.

I also have a qualification in Understanding Substance Misuse which is an area of interest for me.

I can speak French as a second language. While I wouldn't say that I could conduct a session entirely in French, if you are a native French speaker with generally good English, who struggles occasionally my skill here should be helpful.

My Specialisms

Young People (13-18), autism, family issues, depression, anxiety, substance misuse, work related issues, LGBTQ+ issues, issues related to race and discrimination, suicidal ideation, anger, self-harm, trauma, porn addiction, relationship issues.

Approach to Counselling & How I Work

I provide a non-judgemental space to talk things through with the aim of helping you to understand what is going on for you.

I can also help you find practical solutions to help manage your life that may draw on existing strengths and resilience.

Therapies & Rates

Please note the rates detailed below are there to give you an idea of the therapists standard rates, we strongly advise you contact the therapist for more detailed rates and any offers they may have.

Therapy	Appointment Type	Rate
Counselling	In Person	£50 per 50 minutes
Relationship Therapy	In Person	£50 per 50 minutes

Additional Rate Information

I offer an initial online session (via Google Meets) at no cost to you. After that I charge £50 per 50 minute session. I work in person, online and via telephone.