Matthew Black, NCPS

Matthew Black, NCPS, is a UK-licensed therapist with five years of professional experience who works with people facing grief, life changes, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, and low self-esteem. He approaches clients with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person’s unique situation and goals.

Matthew recognizes the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and aims to support and empower clients through that process. He offers tailored support for additional concerns including gender dysphoria, hoarding, intellectual disability, personality disorders, phobias, and non-monogamous relationship dynamics.

His practice also attends to the particular strains of compassion fatigue and the needs of LGBT clients. Matthew’s style centers on collaboration and practical steps, helping people identify priorities and build coping strategies that fit their lives. The NCPS credential indicates a professional qualification held by Matthew, reflecting his commitment to ongoing standards in the field.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Matthew practices client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in ways that translate well to online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on offering empathy, acceptance, and a non-directive space where clients lead the conversation and the therapist follows to help clarify feelings and goals; this approach is useful for building self-awareness and confidence. CBT involves identifying patterns of unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and introducing practical techniques to change them, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress management. DBT teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, making it helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Matthew works with clients to explore their needs, preferences, and goals, and together they decide which methods to use and how to adapt them for online sessions.

Online therapy with Matthew is offered by video call, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility and continuity of care. These options allow clients to connect from different locations and fit sessions into busy schedules while maintaining a regular therapeutic routine with registered professionals and therapists.