Matt Ratcliffe

Hello, I'm Matt. I’m an Integrative Counsellor working to help people that wish to change their lives. People, perhaps like you..?

Sometimes it's hard to find time for ourselves in our busy lives but by reflecting on ourselves and our issues, we can better understand and equip ourselves with the awareness and skills to make positive changes in our lives, for the present and the future.

I offer one-to-one counselling using an Integrative approach. Together we have a unique space with time to explore your thoughts and feelings. You're not judged or criticised, but understood and accepted. We work together safely and with trust, so you can better understand yourself, better handle life’s difficulties and start to make the changes you want in your life...

Counselling gives us the chance to look at ourselves and change things for the better. I can help you:

• explore your thoughts & feelings
• make sense of your experiences increase your self-awareness
• cope with problems and difficulties
• form new perspectives & options develop your ability to make choices

Issues with which I have particular experience include:

• Anxiety & Stress
• Depression
• Self Esteem issues
• Loss & Seperation
• Sadness, Bereavement & Grief
• Relationship, Separation / Divorce & Family Issues
• Personality & Bipolar / Manic Depressive Disorders
• Suicide
• Self Harm
• Abuse
• Trauma / PTSD
• Addictions (alcohol, gambling, sexual)
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Emotional & Identity issues
• Sexuality / Gender Identity
• Phobias

I am BACP Registered (British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapists) and work safely and ethically, abiding by their Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling.

I offer short and long term therapy, which is one-to-one. I work face-to-face, where we meet in person for sessions. I also offer online counselling too.

My private practice is based in Selby, which is easily accessed by towns such as Goole, York, Doncaster and the surrounding areas of North, West, South and East Yorkshire. The rooms are private, bright and comfortable.

In addition to my private practice I also run a counselling charity called SHINE! which provides counselling for young people. I am a Tutor of Counselling for an organisation with links to the NHS.

Please feel free to contact me for a free no obligation consultation to hear more about what I offer and to discuss what you might be looking for from therapy.

Thank you.

I offer an initial phone or face-to-face consultation (at £25) so that we can explore your expectations of therapy and answer any questions you have. From there you can see if it's for you.

Individual counselling sessions are 60 minutes long and are usually held weekly, though this is tailored to suit the needs of the client.

Face to face sessions are £50 per session.
Skype / video sessions are £50 per session.

I believe counselling should be accessible to everyone who needs it. 25% of my client work is at reduced fee, so I am able to offer some concessions / negotiated fees (discussed with the client) based on personal circumstances.

I believe as people we continually learn to better ourselves throughout our lives and am committed to my ongoing personal and professional development. I am continually seeking to build upon my knowledge and skills and attend regular training so I may be the very best I can be in what I do.