Matthew Athey

Therapist Directory Listing Category: Online Therapy

About the Therapist

About the therapist:

I am a therapist because I believe that everyone should experience good mental health, no matter your identity, your history or life experience. I work to be sensitive to all the differences LGBTQ/GRSD individuals may experience including the limitations they may feel because of discrimination. My counselling experience was built working with a community organisation providing accessible counselling for LGBTQ/GRSD people.

I work in a supportive and empathic way to help you examine your feelings and connect with your emotions. I am open, honest and down to earth in my communications. I believe that the relationship between us is important and that it can lead to change. I adapt how I work to ensure you feel supported while exploring your issues and experiencing change.

Sexual identity:

Gay
Queer

Gender identity: Male

Gender history: As assigned at birth

Non-monogamy: Yes

Intersex: No

Neurodivergent: No

Personal pronouns: He/Him

Qualifications - Links to websites:

SEG Awards Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counsellinghttps://www.bacp.co.uk/therapists/407207/matthew-athey/london-se24?search=matthew%20athey

Qualifications - Additional:

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Experience and approach:

Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes we feel sad, anxious, or just not quite ourselves. Our feelings can be overwhelming, and it can be hard to enjoy life. The things we’ve been through in the past might still affect us today. We might notice things aren’t working well in our relationships—with family, friends, partners, or even ourselves. It’s common to feel stuck or frustrated, unsure how to move forward.

I believe counselling gives you a safe and caring space to explore what’s going on and start making changes. I know our past shapes our present, and sometimes the ways we’ve learned to cope aren’t helping us anymore. Therapy can help you understand your feelings and experience them in a healthier way, so you can enjoy life more fully and feel better day to day.

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