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- Person centred
- Psychodynamic
- CBT
About Peter
Peter Plaistowe is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with eight years' experience working with people facing anxiety, depression, grief and life changes. He helps individuals tackle issues such as low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, work stress and bereavement, including loss linked to substance misuse.
He draws on an integrative approach, combining person-centred listening with psychodynamic reflection and cognitive-behavioural techniques. Sessions focus on understanding how past experiences affect present feelings and behaviour, and on practical steps to cope with current challenges. Peter offers both short-term focused work and longer-term exploration depending on what the person needs.
In practice he emphasises a steady therapeutic relationship and careful listening. Early sessions tend to map the problem and set priorities. Later work can look at patterns from the past and how they shape present choices. He also uses CBT-style tools when clients want clear strategies to manage symptoms such as anxiety or low mood.
People seeking help for guilt, shame, forgiveness or isolation will find these named concerns included in his remit. He also supports those dealing with career uncertainty, midlife questions, life purpose and money-related stress. Language of sessions is English and international clients are not accepted.
Costs vary by location and sessions operate under a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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How his approaches translate to online work
Peter combines person-centred listening, psychodynamic reflection and CBT techniques in his practice. Person-centred work focuses on careful listening and helping people to express their thoughts and feelings. It is useful for opening up about grief, shame or life changes.Psychodynamic reflection looks at patterns from earlier life that influence present behaviour. This approach can help people understand recurring relationship or self-esteem problems. Cognitive-behavioural techniques offer structured tools and exercises to reduce symptoms of anxiety and low mood and to build practical coping skills.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will talk with clients about their needs, goals and preferences and agree a way of working together. That shared decision helps shape whether sessions focus on short-term strategies or longer-term exploration.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow for shorter or more frequent check-ins when useful. Registered or accredited professionals can offer a way to continue therapy even when life feels busy.
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Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem and life changes. Additional focuses include guilt, shame, isolation, midlife concerns and money issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses an integrative approach drawing on person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural methods. Sessions mix reflective exploration with practical coping strategies.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years' experience as a qualified counsellor, practising since 2017. That experience includes work with bereavement linked to substance misuse.
What are his credentials and location?
He is registered with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom. The BACP credential is shown exactly as supplied.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether remote or in-person sessions are offered.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees should be checked when you select options.
How do I start a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button and completing the short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.