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Matthew Kahn
Experience
3 years
Based in
Australia
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

Therapist or counsellor · Australia

Matthew Kahn

PACFA

Collaborative therapist for stress and relationships

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Registration on record

PACFA
Australia · PACFA Certified Practicing Membership Member ID 13180 RN 30455

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  • Practical support
  • Strengths focused
  • PACFA credential

About Matthew

Matthew Kahn welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem or relationship strain. He frames clients as experts in their own lives and offers steady support while they work through difficult patterns. Matthew uses a practical, person-centred style that aims to build confidence and clearer choices.

He helps with trauma and abuse, depression, motivation and confidence. Matthew also addresses attachment and abandonment concerns, commitment and communication problems, and issues that arise around blended families and caregiving stress. He is open to discussing more complex presentations such as co-morbidity, chronic illness, substance problems, and concerns related to kink and alternative sex culture.

Matthew has three years of clinical experience and holds PACFA credentials. He combines straightforward conversation with strategies that fit what a person actually faces day to day. Expect a focus on noticing patterns, learning small new skills and trying different ways of relating to yourself and others.

Sessions aim to map current difficulties and create manageable steps forward. Matthew encourages people to build on strengths they already have, while also naming obstacles that get in the way. He supports clients as they test new approaches and reassess what works.

People who want a collaborative, respectful therapist may find his manner helpful. Matthew works from Australia and holds PACFA as his credential. Sessions are offered in English and are suited to those seeking practical support with stress, relationships and recovery from past hurts.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

PACFA · Australia

Languages

English

How evidence-based approaches translate to online work

Many clinicians who describe their work as evidence-based blend talking with practical exercises. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new beliefs in day-to-day life; this helps with anxiety, low mood and self-doubt. Another useful method concentrates on recognising attachment patterns and changing how people relate to others, which can be helpful for relationship strain and abandonment worries.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to figure out which techniques suit their goals, needs and preferences. That may mean trying a few ways of working and checking what feels most useful over several sessions.

The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around work and family life, reducing travel time and making it easier to keep regular appointments. Because session formats were not specified in the biography, please confirm current session options before booking. This helps ensure the timing and style of sessions fit with everyday routines and responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Matthew help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma and depression, plus related areas such as attachment, abandonment and communication problems.

What is his therapeutic approach like?

Matthew uses a practical, person-centred style that helps people notice patterns and try manageable changes. The work is conversational and focused on real-life steps.

How much experience does he have?

Matthew has three years of experience working with these kinds of concerns in clinical practice.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds PACFA and practices in Australia.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are sessions charged?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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