Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Therapy Partner in Edinburgh
Established in 2005, Extra Help provides professional therapeutic support for individuals and couples in Edinburgh and online. Our practice is rooted in Transactional Analysis and Narrative Therapy, offering tailored solutions for emotional challenges, relationship difficulties, and personal growth. With a focus on creating a safe, non-judgmental space, we help clients explore patterns of thought and behaviour, fostering lasting change through empathetic collaboration.Our services include flexible fee structures, supervision for practitioners, and educational workshops, reflecting our commitment to accessible, client-centred care. As a BACP-registered therapist, we prioritise ethical standards and continuous professional development to ensure high-quality support.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couple Therapy
Professional Supervision
Online Sessions
Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20 years of experience in therapeutic practice since 2005
- BACP-registered therapist ensuring professional standards
- Flexible fee options for accessible mental health support
- Specialised in Transactional Analysis and Narrative Therapy
- Offers supervision and workshops for professional development
Associations and certifications
- BACP
Services
Individual Counselling
Tailored therapeutic support for personal challenges such as depression, stress, and self-esteem issues. Using Transactional Analysis, we help clients understand patterns of thought and behaviour, fostering self-awareness and positive change through empathetic, goal-oriented sessions.
Couple Therapy
Specialised sessions addressing relationship conflicts, communication breakdowns, and emotional disconnects. We facilitate constructive dialogue and mutual understanding, helping couples navigate issues like financial disagreements, intimacy concerns, and recovery from infidelity in a supportive environment.
Professional Supervision
Supervision for qualified practitioners using integrative methods to enhance ethical practice and professional growth. We provide a reflective space to discuss client work, address challenges, and develop skills while maintaining safe, effective therapeutic practices across organisational and private settings.
Workshops
Interactive educational events on therapeutic concepts like the Drama Triangle and Transactional Analysis. Designed for professionals, these workshops explore practical techniques to address recurring client issues, improve therapeutic outcomes, and deepen understanding of psychological patterns through case studies and collaborative learning.
Online Therapy
Accessible therapy sessions via Zoom or FaceTime for clients unable to attend in person. This service maintains the same therapeutic rigor as face-to-face meetings, ensuring continuity of care for individuals and couples across the UK through secure, confidential virtual platforms.
People
Matthew Elton
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Matthew Elton is a BACP-registered therapist with a DPhil and PG Dip in Transactional Analysis. He has specialised in individual and couple therapy since 2005, offering supervision and workshops while authoring 'Talking It Better', a guide to accessible counselling practices.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We primarily use Transactional Analysis and Narrative Therapy to address emotional and relational challenges, tailored to individual client needs.
Do you offer online sessions?
Yes, we provide secure online therapy via Zoom or FaceTime for clients across the UK unable to attend in person.
What are your fees for couple therapy?
Couple sessions cost £65, with initial consultations at £30. Flexible pricing options are available upon discussion.
Can I book supervision as a practitioner?
Yes, we offer supervision for qualified therapists at £60 per session, focusing on ethical practice and professional development.
Are workshops available for professionals?
Yes, we host workshops on therapeutic techniques like the Drama Triangle, priced at £20 with self-select fee options.
How long have you been in practice?
Matthew Elton has provided counselling services since 2005, combining academic expertise with practical experience in mental health therapy.
