- Collaborative approach
- Flexible methods
- Ten years' experience
About David
David Mattis is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and life changes. He focuses on creating a steady relationship so people feel able to talk about difficult things. David works collaboratively and moves at each person’s pace to build trust. He lists NCPS as his credential and has ten years' experience practising in the United Kingdom.
David describes his approach as flexible and person-focused. He draws on Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) alongside Emotionally-Focused and Solution-Focused methods when useful. Sessions aim to make difficult feelings easier to name, and to find practical ways to cope with day-to-day pressures.
People come to David for a wide range of concerns such as trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with chronic illness, addiction, grief, fatherhood issues and relationship problems. He also supports those struggling with isolation, guilt, shame and questions about life purpose. His practice includes both short-term goal work and longer-term exploration depending on what someone needs.
In sessions David emphasises empathy, respect and being genuine. Conversations may cover painful memories, current stresses or practical steps to change unhelpful patterns. He aims to help people regain a sense of direction and feel more able to manage their lives.
Practical matters are handled simply. The service uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
How these approaches can work online
David commonly uses Client-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in his practice. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and giving people space to speak at their own pace; it helps when someone needs a steady, understanding therapeutic relationship. CBT looks at thoughts and behaviours and introduces practical exercises to reduce anxiety or low mood, which can be useful for day-to-day coping and managing symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the work. David will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods to try. That conversation is collaborative and depends on the issues, goals and preferences someone brings to sessions.
Session formats were not detailed in the original biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time or allowing shorter check-ins during a work break. It also lets people choose calmer times of day and can suit those who prefer not to meet in person. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises, homework and reflective tasks to work well in online sessions, helping people make steady progress without changing their daily routine.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and coping with life changes. He also lists trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and a wide range of related concerns such as addiction and grief.
What style of therapy does he use?
His style is collaborative and person-centred. He mixes Client-Centred work with CBT, Emotionally-Focused and Solution-Focused techniques to match what a person needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years' experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
He lists NCPS as his credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international work are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and the therapist's availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to his availability.