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Peter Spanton, BACP

Peter Spanton is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and trauma and abuse.

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About Peter

Peter Spanton is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions and trauma and abuse. He approaches sessions with a non-judgemental attitude and aims to make it easier to talk about difficult thoughts and feelings. He uses plain language and a calm manner to help people feel listened to from the first conversation.

Before moving into counselling he worked in the restaurant sector and ran his own drinks company as creative director.

Background and approach

That background gave him direct experience of workplace stress and the pressure of running a small business. He draws on those lived experiences when helping people manage work-related strain. Peter combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Psychodynamic Therapy in his work.

He uses CBT techniques to look at patterns of thinking and behaviour, and psychodynamic ideas to consider how past experiences shape current feelings. Sessions tend to focus on practical steps and reflection in equal measure. People often bring concerns such as addiction, anger, loneliness, guilt and issues around life purpose.

Peter also supports those coping with mood disorders, process and sex addictions, social anxiety, and the effects of sexual assault and abuse. He aims to help people identify small, manageable changes that can have a real effect. With five years of professional experience and membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, he works in English and accepts international clients.

Starting therapy is framed as a collaborative process where the person sets the pace and goals.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	55034	April 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

Everything Peter lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Relationship issues
Anger management
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia

Ways of working Peter names

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How CBT and Psychodynamic Work Online

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and testing practical changes. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, compulsive patterns and many types of addiction because it breaks problems into manageable steps.

Psychodynamic Therapy looks at how past experiences and repeated patterns influence current feeling and behaviour. It helps people understand where painful reactions come from and how those patterns play out now.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most useful, and then adapt the plan together. That might mean using CBT tools for short-term coping and psychodynamic reflection for deeper insight over time.

Online sessions offer flexibility across different formats. Video calls let people see one another and use visual cues, phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited, and live chat or text-based messaging suits shorter check-ins or when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family or travel and allow continuing support even when meeting in person is difficult.

Frequently asked

What concerns does this counsellor help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship strain and anger. Additional areas include substance and process addictions, sexual assault impacts, social anxiety and midlife issues.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses a direct but warm style that balances practical tools with reflective conversation. Sessions look at current thought and behaviour patterns alongside past influences.

How much experience does he have?

He has five years of professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom. His earlier career in hospitality and business informs his understanding of workplace stress.

What credentials and location are relevant?

He holds membership of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him if I'm outside the UK?

Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.