Matthew Siami is a senior counselling psychologist who works with individual adults, and children and young people (age 11-15) with a wide range of issues including: anxiety; low mood/depression; stress; abuse; anger and aggression; assertiveness; autism spectrum disorder; bereavement/grief; eating and body image issues; gender/sexual identity; health anxiety; life transitions; loneliness; neglect; obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD); phobias; psychosis; relationship concerns; relaxation; stress; post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); self-harm; thought process issues (worry, rumination, perfectionism, etc); complex trauma, and many more issues.
Matthew has a deep respect for humanistic values and draws from person-centred therapy and cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT) while also incorporating psychodynamic principles into his work where appropriate. He may also integrate a number of other approaches/therapies including Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Coaching, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Integrative/Pluralistic Psychotherapy. This integration is not only about adapting techniques but also about ensuring that the overall therapeutic approach remains ethically grounded, trauma-informed, and reflective of the unique needs and preferences of each individual.
Matthew has a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (DPsych) from Glasgow Caledonian University, an MSc in Foundations of Clinical Psychology from the University of Aberdeen, and an MA (hons) in Psychology.
He is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a chartered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Matthew's way of working
Matthew believes in building a strong therapeutic relationship with each client. He likes to gain a full understanding of a client's situation and the deeper emotional and relational dynamics that shape their issues. Throughout all stages of the therapy process, Matthew ensures that his work is grounded in a strong understanding of the client's lived experience, and this informs and supports the therapeutic process.Matthew has a deep respect for humanistic values and draws from person-centred therapy and cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT) while also incorporating psychodynamic principles into his work where appropriate. He may also integrate a number of other approaches/therapies including Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Coaching, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Integrative/Pluralistic Psychotherapy. This integration is not only about adapting techniques but also about ensuring that the overall therapeutic approach remains ethically grounded, trauma-informed, and reflective of the unique needs and preferences of each individual.
Matthew's background and training
Matthew has several years' experience of working as a counselling psychologist in a range of settings. Before this, he worked as a mental health recovery practitioner supporting people with mental health issues.Matthew has a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (DPsych) from Glasgow Caledonian University, an MSc in Foundations of Clinical Psychology from the University of Aberdeen, and an MA (hons) in Psychology.
He is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a chartered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Matthew's fee
Matthew charges £120 a session for self-funding clients. He also works with clients referred via their employer/organisation – for further details, please visit First Psychology Assistance.- Matthew also works as an online Senior Counselling Psychologist at First Psychology Online.