"When we drop the compulsive habit of trying to fix ourselves and replace it with a growing capacity to meet ourselves exactly as we are in and as Presence, transformation occurs by itself”

~ Matt Kay

Matt is a Somatic Based Therapist, Holistic Counsellor and the Co-Creator and Trainer of Various Embodiment and Somatic Based Modalities including Embodied Processing, Somatic Release Breathwork and Somatic Acupoint Tapping.

Along with many years of extensive study and self inquiry Matt also has a long history of mental health struggles, addiction and trauma which has given him experiential insight into the nature of what it takes to transform these inner conflicts and imprints. He has worked in private practice for many years and has conducted thousands of client sessions in that time. Matt's work is oriented around recognising our essential nature as Aware Presence and supporting the process of Embodiment and transformation through unravelling the unconscious patterns and identifications that prevent us from living from a place of authenticity and freedom.

Matt’s integrative approach brings together the wisdom from ancient spiritual traditions and modern neuroscience around trauma and the nervous system.

All sessions and training are intuitive, open-ended and exploratory in nature, guiding the student into the unconditionally allowing space of Presence where their own wisdom and innate intelligence can bring about integration, transformation and insight.

  • "....Extra ordinary.  He has an incredible amount of knowledge both theoretical and practical regarding the topic of trauma and the nervous system, combining that with an intuitive sense of the state i am in and what would benefit me the most. Working with him is both deeply healing and educating at the same time. Together with him I moved through and digested layers of hidden pain, shame and anger and as heavy as this sounds, with his guidance it was fun and deeply inspiring."

    ~ Michael - Nurse, Client - EU

  • "Working one on one with Matt is a deep exploration of the self’s contortions, adaptations & all the ways we stifle our true expression. The places he has been with his own journey into the psyche means he can hold a space that I have not experienced with anyone else. Combine that with his knowledge and experience of working somatically (in the body), and I couldn’t recommend him highly enough."

    ~ Ryan - Co-Founder The Centre For Healing. - AUS

  • "Working with Matt was the bridge in my healing I’d tried to find for some time. After a lot of conventional type therapy and minimal shift, Matt helped me to create a sense of safety within myself beyond anything I had experienced before. In such a way that aided me to access parts of myself that I know I had buried deep that were keeping me unwell and in old patterns. Working with Matt actually, finally created sustainable shifts in who I am and how I show up for myself and I will be forever grateful that I found this man."

    ~ Andrew - Addiction Recovery Coach. - AUS

  • "When it comes to trauma, healing, awakening and everything in between, Matt knows his onions inside out and upside down. Matt has a depth of lived experience, deep embodiment, and chillaxed compassion that makes him a first-class trainer and facilitator. I couldn’t recommend him more highly."

    ~ Ben - Healer, Somatic Therapist, EP Practitioner. - UK

  • "Matt has the most wonderful combination of traits I want in a therapist. He's incredibly knowledgeable about healing trauma, well educated on the newest neuroscience and highly skilled in a number of modalities. He also knows from his own lived experience healing some of the roughest stuff for himself personally. He's highly intuitive and yet doesn't assume or try to tell clients who they are. He trusts people's innate ability to heal and helps them find their own inner wisdom in their own timing. He's compassionate and respectful in every communication I've had with him and seen him with others."

    ~ Angela MacLeod - KI and EP Practitioner, Nervous System educator/coach, Qigong teacher - USA

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  • "Matt’s calming and stable presence was instantly felt the moment I entered my first session with him, that sense of containment and safety was something that has been consistent throughout the work we have done together. Because of his ability to stay present with me in this way I was able to safely explore some deep wounds that I had previously been unable to access, let alone allow myself to feel. In the field of trauma work there is no one I would recommend more highly."

    Thomas - Mental Health Worker. - AUS

  • "I would highly recommend Matt. I've had over 30 years of healing, training and deep, deep work including bodywork and yet there was a level of trauma that was still running the show! There was still a level of safety and security that always seemed to elude me. A few sessions with Matt made a fundamental shift in my being and also gave me a level of compassion and understanding of humanity that remains with me. I'm deeply grateful for his expertise, gentleness and thoroughness. Bless you, Matt, and all that you do <3"

    ~ Edel - Trauma Therapist, Healer - Ireland

  • "Working with Matt has been life changing and enlightening for me. I have a diagnosis of PTSD, among others, which led me to addictions to try to cope with daily life and I eventually dropped out of life altogether, becoming incapacitated by my symptoms. Matt's work, using his intuitive knowledge of the human mind and instincts, and modern techniques that resolve trauma, has helped me to overcome my biggest traumas and I am no longer triggered by everyday situations. My confidence and physical health has improved as a result of letting go of the negative energy of those events. Having lost years of my life to addiction and PTSD I am now rebuilding my life and sense of self with Matt and am finding the humour and humanity in things. Being present is such a gift. If you have a history of trauma or addictions give this a go, you will not regret it." 

    ~ Elle - Client - AUS

  • "Matt has been highly effective in working with me to dissolve pain and trauma that was enabling negative patterns in my life. The work Matt has done has been amazing in helping me release core beliefs that were underlying my pain. Having undergone TRTP with Matt, I have immense relief from past trauma and the fear and unworthiness that was unconsciously driving my behaviour. Matt is amazing, extremely patient and I am super grateful for him!"

    ~ Ruby - Client - AUS

  • "I have been beautifully supported in my healing and growth journey by Matt. His non-judgmental, compassionate, and caring presence has provided me with a safe space to explore my inner and outer life experience."

    ~ Alistair - Healer, Therapist, Client - AUS

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