Matthew Goldreich:

Psychodynamic Psychotherapist (BACP)

My name is Matthew and I am a BACP-registered psychotherapist working online and in-person at HQ Therapy Rooms in Dalston and Haggerston, Hackney E8.

I provide a supportive, non-judgemental and confidential space where you can take time to reflect on your patterns of relating to yourself and others.

The therapeutic process allows you to gain insight into how these patterns developed and explore avenues for meaningful change.

Therapy can help to address a specific problem or to cultivate greater self-awareness. Working collaboratively, we can explore and make sense of whatever it is that you are going through.

I have particular experience working with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, addiction, self-confidence, relationship difficulties, spirituality and creative challenges.

My Approach:
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic. This means I work in a way which seeks to explore how present feelings and behaviours are shaped by past experiences and relationships. A central idea is that self-knowledge reduces inner conflict, promoting change and growth.

Each session is open and non-directive – the invitation is to talk freely without censoring yourself. By paying careful attention to the thoughts, feelings and images which emerge during the course of treatment, new choices and states of mind can begin to open up.

Psychotherapy does not exclusively deal with problems and suffering. I see therapy as directed towards achieving holistic well-being, going beyond symptom relief to foster personal growth, openness and self-expression.

Qualifications:
I am a member of the BACP, having completed my MSc-level clinical training at the University of Exeter. I am in the process of completing further Clinical Doctoral Training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, also at the University of Exeter. In addition, I hold an MSc in Psychology from Birkbeck College, University of London.

Next Steps:
Seeking therapy can feel like a daunting step into the unknown. I treat the first few sessions as an extended consultation so that you can decide whether we are a good fit and if it would be helpful to continue working together.

My fee is £65 per 50-minute session. I offer a limited number of spaces at concessionary rates.

Please reach out with any questions or to book a first session.

***If you require more information and guidance about therapy, please use the contact form at the bottom of this page.***