Matthew Handley-Jones

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Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1

About me

I offer a dedicated therapy space tailored for personalised one-to-one sessions. At the heart of my approach is a focus on building a genuine therapeutic relationship through trust, empathy, and open dialogue. I specialise in helping clients navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma and low self-esteem through evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR. I also incorporate elements of ACT, DBT and CFT. What sets my practice apart is my ability to draw on my experiences to offer an alternative perspective, using an informal style. I believe that authentic connection built from real insights can transform even the most challenging journeys into meaningful growth.

Whether you are single and navigating work or dating, a parent with a demanding job and feeling overwhelmed, or LGBTQ+ and coping with a recent stressful life experience, I offer space for honest conversation and guidance. My approach is grounded in lived experience and extensive training, I tailor support to considered therapy goals to help you achieve your full potential. 

Finding the right therapist is personal, and the first step can feel impossible. I offer a short intro call so you can get a sense of how I work, ask questions or just share some insight into your current situation. Please do check your junk email after submitting an enquiry or save my email as a trusted account. 

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Psychology BSc (Hons) BPS accredited course 
  • PGDip Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (BABCP Accredited practitioner) 
  • EMDR qualification with EMDR masterclass (working towards accreditation with EMDR UK) 

My experience:

  • Residential and supported living for adults with learning difficulties, mental health and complex needs 
  • Inpatient services including acute (adult and CAMHS), psychiatric intensive care (PICU, both CAMHS and adult), low secure unit and eating disorder services. 
  • NHS talking therapies and other primary care services
  • Private sector in similar services (Talking Therapies) 
  • Private Practice 

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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BABCP
British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

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Accredited register membership

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies

Areas of counselling I deal with

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Fees

£80.00 per session

Health Insurance/EAP

  • Aviva
  • Axa Health
  • Vitality
  • WPA
  • BUPA

Additional information

I accept insurance: WPA, Vitality, AXA, BUPA and Aviva. 

I offer a reduced fee for LGBTQIA+ individuals. 

When I work

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Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

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Online platforms

Bilateral Base
Microsoft Teams

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Matthew Handley-Jones
Matthew Handley-Jones