Matthew Morgan-Jones
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Email
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Location
Colchester Campus
Profile
- LGBTQI+ mental health
- Impact of internalised homophobia in transference/countertransference
- Male survivors of sexual abuse
- Queer therapeutic dyads
- Psychosexual Therapy
Biography
I am a professional doctorate research student in the department of psychosocial and psychoanalytic studies. My work explores intricate relationship between internalised homophobia and the recovery processes of gay male survivors of sexual abuse within a psychodynamic framework. Understanding the complexities of internalised homophobia will contribute valuable insights to psychodynamic counselling practices, enabling clinicians to better support this marginalised group.
Qualifications
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MSc in Contemporary Psychosexual Relationship Therapy (current) University of Hull (2025 )
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MA in Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy University of Essex (2025)
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MA in Human Resource Management & Development University of Westminster (1996)
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Post Graduate Certificate in Coaching Psychology University of East London (2004)
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BA (hons) Management University of Lincoln (1994)
Research and professional activities
Thesis
Navigating Shadows: The Role of Internalised Homophobia in the Healing Journeys of Gay Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse within a gay male therapeutic dyad.
This study emerges from my professional need for deeper understanding within therapeutic contexts, regarding the intricate interplay of internalised homophobia in the healing journeys of gay male survivors of sexual abuse. This study aims to explore how societal stigma and self-perception perturb the recovery processes of these individuals within a psychodynamic framework. At its core, the investigation will focus on how internalised homophobia influences not only the clients’ healing but also t
Supervisor: Dr Jordan Osserman
Research interests
The Role of Internalised Homophobia in the Healing Journeys of Gay Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse within a gay male therapeutic dyad
This research aims to explore the intricate relationship between internalised homophobia and the recovery processes of gay male survivors of sexual abuse within a psychodynamic framework. By investigating how internalised societal stigma and self-perception influence their psychological healing, the study seeks to illuminate the barriers and challenges these individuals face in the therapy. Understanding the complexities of how internalised homophobia appears in the therapeutic relationships bet
Contact
Location:
Colchester Campus
Working pattern:
Available Tuesdays (Online). Respond to emails Monday-Friday.