Matthew's Education and Career Journey

Institute Of Education

University of Malta

CPPD (UK), Counselling School, UK

Sheffield Hallam University, UK

Began working at age 15, spending about six years in the hospitality industry, including a year full-time (72 hours per week) at top hotels like Fortina and Corinthia.

Worked in various settings from weddings to silver service at top restaurants in Malta, learning about different walks of life and developing strong customer service skills.

Managed and supervised court-ordered access visits, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for children and their families.

Taught English as a Foreign Language for six years, honing skills in education and communication.

Engaged NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training), helping them develop essential social and vocational skills.

Trained in hairdressing, was asked to teach the same course, and ran a successful freelance hairstyling service.

Offered to manage a salon for top brand Cut Coiffeur but chose to pursue a career in psychology instead.

Provided care and support to children, learning the importance of empathy and structured support in child development.

Learned the importance of creating supportive environments for youth and fostering development through community engagement and mentorship.

Developed skills in managing diverse teams and addressing varied psychological needs in different organisational contexts.

Enhanced public speaking skills and the ability to communicate complex psychological concepts to a broad audience.

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Lecturing at Degree, Masters, and PhD levels in Ireland, Lithuania, and Malta

Learned to effectively teach and engage with students at various levels of higher education.

Delivered training in Guatemala, Azerbaijan, the UK, Ireland, Hungary, and Cambodia, Coaching managers and professionals in public speaking.

Developed a global perspective on psychological issues and effective training methods for diverse audiences.

Dar Ġużeppa Debono

Gained governance experience and insights into organisational psychology and leadership.

The Malta Chamber Of Commerce

Learned to integrate psychological principles into health and wellness policies at a national level.

Consultant on technical committees for prostitution/sex work reform and human trafficking, Ministry for Justice, Equality and Governance

Developed expertise in policy development and the psychological aspects of legal and social reforms.

The Malta Chamber Of Commerce

Strengthened leadership skills and the ability to influence public health initiatives.

Founded the Willingness Team, the first-ever multidisciplinary group of private practitioners in Malta, to provide comprehensive mental health services.

Launched the first-ever Sex Clinic in Malta, focusing on providing specialised services in sexual health and therapy.

Specialised in managing complex cases and interdisciplinary collaboration to provide comprehensive care.

Learned the psychological impacts of fertility issues and developed supportive counselling techniques.

Launched Pleasure Malta, a safe space where couples and individuals can purchase high-quality sex toys and sex aids to enhance their sex lives.

Opened the Willingness Clinic to provide a dedicated space for freelancers at the Willingness Team, fostering a collaborative environment for mental health professionals.

Founded Childminders Malta, addressing the need for quality childminding services.

Launched Chat Bar, inspired by his festival days, providing a safe space for festival-goers to relax and engage.

Started Camp Willingness, a unique initiative aimed at providing therapeutic and developmental experiences in a camp setting.

Launched Health Clinic Malta, expanding his healthcare services.

Also started The Solutionists, a collaboration in which marketing and psychology come together to offer solutions related to PR issues and other challenges.

Continued the expansion of Health Clinic Malta, enhancing the range of services offered.

Founded Trauma Clinic Malta, addressing the need for a specialised clinic dealing with trauma in an evidence-based way, reinforcing his commitment to mental health services in Malta.