Matt Wotton

Evidence-Based Therapy and Coaching

Psychotherapist (MBACP - Accred) and Coach

And Coach (ILM Accredited)

Couples Therapy/ Individual Therapy & Coaching

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)/ Attachment-Based Therapy and Positive Psychology

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My Approach

My approach is practical, research-led, and focused on lasting change.

Talking about yourself or your relationship isn’t easy. I aim to make the process clear and effective. Some people arrive with a strong sense of what’s wrong. Others just know something isn’t right. Either is fine - we’ll start by working out what’s going on and what will help.

I draw on a range of models, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, attachment theory, and elements of positive psychology. Some issues respond well to short-term strategies. Others are more complex and take time to address. We’ll use the method that works best for you.

Therapy and coaching are serious investments of time and money - but both are backed by strong evidence. Research shows that coaching supports people to achieve their goals, and that therapy reliably reduces distress. Done well, both have a lasting impact.

If you’re serious about change, I’m here to help.

Qualifications and Experience

I am co-director of The London Centre for Applied Psychology and a previous chair of The Bowlby Centre, the UK’s leading organisation for attachment-based psychotherapy.

I wrote A Straight Talking Introduction To Therapy (PCCS Books), write a blog for Psychology Today and co-host a podcast on relationships. I also speak to the media on behalf of the UK’s largest professional body for therapists.

I am an ILM-accredited executive coach, an associate member of The Chartered Association of Sports and Exercise Sciences and studied sport and coaching psychology with the Open University.

Before training as a psychotherapist, I held senior roles in government - advising ministers and serving on the Board of a major public agency. I studied at the London Business School and have an MBA from Warwick University.

Facts:

75% of people who've had therapy would recommend it to a friend.
Certain types of therapy are more effective than drugs in treating depression.
75% of people who've had therapy are better off than those who didn't.
The effect size of therapy is larger than the success rate for flu vaccines and heart surgery.
88% of people say they would seek therapy if they needed it.