- Integrative approach
- BACP registered
- Money and life focus
About Peter
Peter Plaistowe is a counsellor who bases his work on a compassionate, respectful relationship. He aims to create a calm space where people can talk through thoughts, feelings and experiences. Peter offers both short-term and longer-term therapy depending on what a person needs.
He has practised since 2017 and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Over eight years he has helped people facing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and bereavement. He has particular experience supporting people bereaved through substance misuse and those struggling with motivation and work-related stress.
Peter describes himself as an integrative counsellor. That means he draws on different therapy styles rather than using a single method. He adapts what he does to suit the person in front of him, choosing approaches that fit the issue and the client’s pace.
In sessions he often looks at how past experiences shape current feelings. He believes reflection can lead to clearer understanding and to change. He also helps people tackle practical problems such as career uncertainty and financial worries, and works with concerns like guilt, shame, loneliness and questions about life purpose.
For an initial conversation he offers a 20-minute phone call to discuss needs. To begin, people use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before arranging sessions.
How Peter’s approaches translate to online counselling
Peter draws on evidence-based techniques from person-centred work and cognitive-behavioural approaches. Person-centred work focuses on listening closely and reflecting what someone says so they can make sense of their feelings and choices. Cognitive-behavioural ideas look at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together and can offer practical steps to reduce anxiety or low mood.He also uses psychodynamic ideas to help people see how past experiences influence current patterns. That can be useful for grief, relationship themes or repeated difficulties at work. Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process, and he will work with each person to choose what fits their goals and preferences.
If you are considering online sessions, please check the available session options before booking as formats are not listed here. Many people find online counselling easier to fit into a busy schedule, for example by avoiding travel, making it simpler to attend after work, or allowing a quicker check-in when time is limited. Online work can also allow a person to progress when regular in-person meetings are difficult to arrange. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists will talk through how to shape sessions so they work in everyday life.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Peter work with?
He supports people with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and grief, plus work and career worries. He also focuses on issues such as guilt, shame, loneliness, life purpose and money and financial issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practises as an integrative counsellor, combining elements from person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT and transactional analysis approaches to fit each person.
What experience does he have?
He has worked as a qualified counsellor since 2017, giving him eight years of clinical experience with a range of mental health and life concerns.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He works in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.