Matthew Quickenden-Smith, BACP
Matthew Quickenden-Smith works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief or life changes.
About Matthew
Matthew Quickenden-Smith works with people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief or life changes. He is Matthew but often goes by Matt, and he holds BACP registration, which means he is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He aims to create a straightforward, calm space where someone can talk about what feels difficult right now.
He draws on Client-Centred Therapy to listen without judgement and help people make sense of their own choices.
Background and approach
He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set small, practical goals and track progress between sessions. These approaches are practical and conversational rather than technical or medical. Matt has six years of experience working with a wide range of concerns.
Typical areas he supports include depression, anxiety, addictions, gender dysphoria, relationship and intimacy issues, and compassion fatigue. He also works with people facing career pressures, low self-esteem and trauma-related problems. Sessions are offered in English and delivered online by video call, phone, live chat or messaging.
This mix allows shorter check-ins or longer conversations depending on what someone needs and what fits their day. Starting therapy involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a session. He encourages small steps and practical changes, and helps people build coping skills that fit their daily life.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 397037 | March 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 Matthew works with
Everything Matthew lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Compassion fatigue
- Gender dysphoria
Approaches Matthew lists
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Online support
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, practical changes that build momentum. Sessions often identify one or two manageable goals, then track what helps between meetings so progress becomes visible and motivating.
Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk through options, try different techniques and check what feels useful. Over a few sessions the right mix of listening and goal-setting usually becomes clear based on the client’s needs and preferences.
Online formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls allow fuller conversation and visual cues, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be a quick way to check in, while chat or messaging suits short updates or reflection between appointments. These options help people choose what works best for their routine and comfort.
Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and coping with life changes. Other common areas include addictions, intimacy and relationship concerns, anger, career stress and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is conversational and practical, using Client-Centred Therapy to listen closely and Solution-Focused Therapy to set small, achievable goals. The work balances emotional space with concrete steps between sessions.
What is his background and experience?
He has six years of counselling experience working with people from varied backgrounds. That experience includes supporting LGBT concerns and gender dysphoria alongside more general mental health issues.
Is he credentialled and where is he based?
He is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules. Formats can range from brief check-ins to longer conversations.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing is shown during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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