Psychodynamic psychotherapy

Feelings Matter is a counselling service offering counselling/therapy to clients who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, panic, addictions, low self esteem, grief/loss or relationship concerns.

Highly experienced, BACP Accredited Counsellor in Harlow, on the Essex and Hertfordshire border, convenient to neighbouring Epping, Bishops Stortford, Hertford, Ware and surrounding areas. Or UK wide online. I have worked with clients within the NHS, charitable and private sectors, helping them to address and resolve difficult areas in their lives.

As an Accredited member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), I work within the BACP’s Code of Ethics, and am also an EMDR advanced trained practitioner.


Offering confidential short-term or longer-term counselling therapy on-line via Skype to any location in the UK. I work with most personal issues or difficulties........ Including:-

• Anxiety • Depression • Anger • Anger Management • Sexual Abuse • Physical Abuse • Self Harm • Stress • Bereavement • Relationships • Personal Growth & Development • Sexual Identity/Sexuality • Loneliness • Work Problems • Bullying • Low Self-Esteem • Self Confidence • Lack of Motivation • Self Identity , and all deep-seated difficulties that may possibly have their roots in years past.


This is certainly not an exhaustive list, many people come for counselling simply because they cannot quite work out what the problem is, they just know something is not working well in their lives.

Creating and maintaining a fulfilling and vibrant relationship can be difficult these days, especially if you want it to last. Relationships are my speciality. I've been in this profession for over 35 years. I've learned a lot in that time, from post-qualification training and especially from my experience working with individuals and couples. I still enjoy my work and I'm still learning.

Read more about the way I work in the 'further Information' section (you'll need to click on the button marked 'View') and get in touch if you are interested in finding out more about how I may be able to help with your particular problem.

Qualified and experienced BACP Registered and Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist working in private practice for many years. I work with both individuals and couples.

Being trained and qualified as an integrative counsellor means that my training included various established and effective methods of counselling. I have also undertaken extensive extra training and qualifications in Couples Counselling (Relationship Counselling).

Hi, I'm Joel, a qualified and BACP Registered integrative therapist. My style is warm, friendly and professional. Facing tough moments in your life takes courage. Starting therapy might feel a little daunting, but the rewards can be great if you take the risk. I'll create a safe and supportive environment for you to explore at your own pace what matters most to you.

I help individuals with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, bereavement/loss, anger, stress, confidence/self-esteem issues, eating disorders and trauma/PTSD. I have extensive experience working with addictions, men's issues, codependency* and relationship issues. I have in-depth knowledge and experience of 12-step recovery.
*Codependency is being overly focused on taking care of others at the expense of one's own happiness, often relying on the approval of others for sense of worth.

I offer:
- in-person therapy in Clapham, London and Tonbridge, Kent.
-'Walk & Talk' therapy. 'Walk & Talk' sessions take place in the beautiful areas surrounding Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells. Individuals often feel more connected, relaxed and free to express themselves in natural surroundings.
- offer online therapy.

As an integrative therapist, I use various techniques and approaches to best suit your unique needs and preferences - this may involve developing mindfulness practices, exploring childhood relationships (psychodynamic), examining present-day thought and behavior patterns (cognitive-behavioral), or creative methods like visualizations and art/drawing, among many others.

As well as emotional support, you are likely to increase self-awareness, acquire tools for coping with life’s inevitable challenges, develop emotional resilience, and improve your relationships, enhancing your overall well-being and ability to grow and flourish. Whatever challenges you are facing, I provide a comfortable, confidential space, which is safe and non-judgmental.

As a certified professional coach, I also offer life coaching. For example, after achieving their therapy goals, some clients value a few sessions of coaching to support them in working towards their future goals and ambitions. There are various other ways to integrate coaching and therapy which we can discuss during our initial chat.

What next?

Email me to arrange an initial 20 minute chat, and I look forward to meeting you soon!