Matt Lightfoot, NCPS
Matt Lightfoot works from a person-centred approach that places the client at the heart of the work.
- Stress & Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- +17 more
About Matt
Matt Lightfoot works from a person-centred approach that places the client at the heart of the work. He offers a warm, non-judgemental space where people lead the conversation and name what matters to them. Matt uses his own experience of therapy to relate honestly and plainly to the process.
He is registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). Matt focuses on everyday issues that can become heavy to carry.
Background and approach
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. He also supports clients facing relationship strain, grief, trauma, addiction and difficulties around intimacy and sexuality. Other areas he addresses include sleeping problems, parenting stresses, career strain, anger and managing life changes.
His practice includes work with LGBT concerns, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS related issues and body image. He also works with attachment and personality-related struggles, hoarding, family of origin problems, and the emotional impact of divorce and separation. Matt is able to discuss addictions, including drug and alcohol problems, and related recovery concerns.
Sessions are offered in English and Matt accepts international clients while working from the United Kingdom. He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging so conversations can fit around daily life. Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
To begin, a person chooses the Start Therapy button and completes a short matching questionnaire. Once matched, they can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability and begin exploring goals and next steps together.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| NCPS | NCS21-01222 | June 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Matt works with
Everything Matt lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Body image
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hoarding
- Immigration issues
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Multicultural concerns
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Matt lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the journey. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide what elements suit the client's needs, goals and preferences. Sessions can blend person-centred listening with existential questions so the work feels relevant and practical for each individual.
Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, giving flexibility for different days and routines. Video calls enable face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be used when bandwidth is limited, live chat supports shorter check-ins, and messaging suits ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving and travel while keeping continuity of support from registered or accredited professionals.
Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does Matt help with?
He supports people with anxiety, stress, depression and self-esteem difficulties, plus relationship strain, grief, trauma and addiction-related problems.
What is his therapeutic style?
Matt works in a person-centred way and draws on existential ideas, offering a relational, client-led approach where people guide the focus of sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Matt has four years of experience working as a counsellor, and he also completed extensive personal therapy during his training.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises from the United Kingdom and is registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Matt is able to work with international clients.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is provided by video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different schedules and preferences.
How does pricing work?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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