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Peter Plaistowe, BACP

Peter Plaistowe is a counsellor who works from a person-centred, integrative stance.

About Peter

Peter Plaistowe is a counsellor who works from a person-centred, integrative stance. He aims to build a kind and respectful relationship first, so people feel able to talk about difficult thoughts and feelings. Peter has practised as a counsellor since 2017 and brings eight years of experience to sessions.

He regularly helps people facing depression, anxiety and low self-esteem. Work-related stress, lack of motivation and bereavement are also areas he commonly addresses.

Background and approach

He has particular experience supporting bereavement after substance misuse. Peter offers both short-term and longer-term work. He believes some problems need focused, practical help while others benefit from deeper exploration over time.

He encourages reflection on past experiences to help people better understand themselves and make changes. His practice is integrative, drawing on a few established approaches rather than a single method. He uses person-centred listening alongside ideas from psychodynamic thinking, cognitive behavioural methods, and transactional analysis to shape each session to the person in front of him.

Sessions are conversational and paced to suit each client. He also offers a 20-minute introductory phone call for people who want to discuss their needs before committing to therapy. Peter works in the United Kingdom and conducts sessions in English.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	376195	November 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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How his therapeutic approaches work online

Peter draws on a few evidence-based techniques and adapts them to online formats. Person-centred work emphasises warm, non-judgemental listening and helps people feel heard; online sessions keep this focus while allowing space to talk through feelings and choices. Cognitive behavioural ideas are used to notice patterns of thinking and try practical changes; these methods work well in short video or phone sessions where homework and simple exercises can be set. Psychodynamic thinking supports exploration of past experiences and how they shape current feelings, and can be carried out across longer-term online work where reflection is the priority.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful, then tailor methods as therapy progresses. Clients are involved in choosing which ideas to try and in reviewing what helps most.

Online formats offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need a lower bandwidth option. Live chat and text-based messaging provide shorter check-ins, written reflection and the chance to communicate when a call is not possible. Together these options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily life while still accessing registered or accredited professionals and therapists who work this way.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Peter commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and bereavement including bereavement through substance misuse. He also helps with relationship strain, career issues and coping with life changes.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He takes an integrative, person-centred approach. Sessions focus on listening, reflection and using techniques from different models to suit the person.

How much experience does he have?

He has eight years of practice as a qualified counsellor, working with a range of concerns including grief and work-related issues.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He holds BACP which is recorded as his credential. He practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How do I start working with him and what does it cost?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to therapist availability. Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.