- CBT techniques
- Psychodynamic work
- Work stress focus
About Peter
Peter Spanton is a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship strain and anger. He also supports concerns such as guilt, shame, impulsivity and loneliness.
Peter explains things simply in sessions. He listens to what is worrying someone and then helps them name patterns that keep problems going. He uses straightforward talk and practical ideas so people can try small changes between sessions.
Before becoming a counsellor he worked in the restaurant sector and ran his own drinks company as creative director. That business background means he understands work-related stress and long hours. He draws on those real-world experiences when talking about pressure, burnout and midlife crossroads.
His clinical work combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which looks at thoughts and actions linked to mood and behaviour, with psychodynamic ideas that examine repeating relationship patterns from the past. Sessions often move between immediate coping tools and discussion of deeper influences on feeling and behaviour.
Peter asks straightforward questions about what someone hopes to change and which options feel doable. He encourages practical steps people can test between meetings, alongside reflection on how old habits began. He also supports enquiries about process and sex addictions, drug and alcohol issues, sexual assault and other trauma-related concerns.
Approaches used in online sessions
Peter uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and psychodynamic ideas in online work. CBT focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and offers clear exercises to change unhelpful habits. It is useful for managing anger, anxiety, low mood and impulsive behaviour.Psychodynamic work looks at repeating relationship patterns and earlier experiences that shape how someone reacts now. It can help people understand why certain situations trigger strong feelings and give space to reflect on long-standing themes like guilt, shame or emptiness.
Choosing what to try is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels practical, and then suggest an approach to test. Sessions can mix short-term coping tools with deeper reflective work depending on what the person wants.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online working can make fitting sessions into a busy life easier, for example by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins or enabling meetings during a work break. Registered or accredited professionals often offer these flexible ways to meet while keeping the focus on practical progress.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger or related concerns does he help with?
He works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, depression and relationship strain.
What is his therapeutic style?
He combines clear, practical CBT strategies with psychodynamic exploration of repeating patterns and past influences.
How long has he been practising?
He has five years of professional experience in counselling work.
What credential and country is he based in?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule the first session.