Who We Are
Dr Matthew Ryan
HCPC Clinical Psychologist. BSc, MSc, PGDip, PsychD.
Founder of Psychological Edge Services
Matt started his journey into Clinical Psychology by completing a Sport Psychology and Coaching BSc Hons degree at the University of Derby. From here he developed an interest in the positive benefits of sport and physical exercise on mental health. He then completed his Health Psychology MSc at the University of Derby, furthering his understanding of behaviour change, health and wellbeing. He completed his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Surrey, and has since worked in NHS and private practice.
The combination of his training has developed his passion for integrative and holistic mental health support, that can pull together different psychological approaches, guided by strong Clinical Psychology principles.
Matt currently works in an NHS Persistent Pain service as well as privately specialising in mental wellbeing, performance, and corporate coaching.
Experience
Matt has gained experience working in a variety of NHS and private settings:
- NHS community services (Adult, Older Adult, CAMHS, Learning Disability)
- Specialist Rehabilitation units
- Adult inpatient services
- Royal Ballet School - London
- NHS Persistent Pain
- Law firms
- Professional sport
- Corporate coaching and wellbeing
Qualifications
- Registered Practitioner Psychologist - Health Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsychD) - University of Surrey
- Health Psychology (MSc) - University of Derby
- Sport Psychology and Sport Coaching Honours (BSc) - University of Derby
- Psychology Conversion (PGDip) - Manchester Metropolitan University
Our mission
From the beginning of his training, Matt has always been interested in psychological help-seeking, and understanding the barriers that can prevent individuals from seeking support.
Our mission is to improve help-seeking by offering alternative environments for therapy, so we can promote mental health outcomes and performance levels for individuals and athletes alike.
We aim to provide a supportive and effective environment to empower you to reach your potential.