A New Hope Therapy
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About us
About Me
Hello, I’m Matthew (he/him), a therapist offering online and phone therapy for LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent adults — including those with ADHD, autism, or those exploring identity. I work with anyone looking for a space to be real — without judgment, pressure to perform, or feeling like you need to mask.
You might be feeling anxious, low, or overwhelmed, stuck in cycles of burnout or questioning who you are. Perhaps you’re navigating depression, relationship patterns, or struggling with self-esteem. Whatever brings you here, you’re welcome — exactly as you are.
How I Work
I offer person-centred and existential therapy, grounded in curiosity and care. We focus on your lived experience, values, and what matters most to you. This isn’t about fixing or diagnosing — it’s about exploring what it means to live more authentically and feel at home in yourself.
You don’t have to mask here. You don’t have to justify how you feel. There’s space to slow down, reflect, and be truly seen — especially when you’re dealing with anxiety, shame, or low mood.
What Therapy with Me Is Like
Therapy with me is a meaningful space to return to — a space built on trust, collaboration, and connection. I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is one of the most powerful parts of healing.
My practice is affirming, trauma-aware, and tailored to the needs of LGBTQ+ individuals, ADHDers, and neurodivergent adults. I honour the uniqueness of your experience and support you at your pace.
Having navigated the pressures of a heteronormative and neurotypical world myself, I understand the impact of shame, masking, and rejection. I offer a space where you don’t have to explain or justify your experience — where you’re free to show up fully as you are. I work with clients navigating:
- LGBTQ+ identity, including coming out and gender exploration
- ADHD and neurodivergent burnout
- Anxiety, depression, shame, and self-esteem challenges
- Relationship difficulties
- Existential questions and life transitions
Getting Started
I offer sessions via Zoom or by phone, depending on what feels right for you.
Starting therapy is a big step. If you’re considering it, I invite you to book an initial session — a chance for us to connect and see if we’re the right fit for each other.
For further information, please visit my website: www.anhtherapy.com
Training, qualifications & experience
- Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, University of East London (BACP accredited)
- Accredited Member of the BACP
- Trained Place2Be counsellor (Primary and Secondary school settings)
- Trained Childline Counsellor & Mentor (NSPCC)
- Fully Insured
- Undergoing Regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Recognised as a Psychotherapist by AXA, Aviva, Bupa, and WPA Insurance providers
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school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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Fees
£75.00 per session
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Additional information
£75 per 50 minute session.
It's important to find the right therapist for you. If you're interested, you can email me to arrange a 10 minute introductory phone call at no cost and with no obligation. This initial conversation will give you a chance to see if you feel comfortable booking an initial session with me.
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