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Peter Turner

Peter Turner, BACP

United Kingdom

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BACP counsellor - Anger and stress support

  • Person-Centred listening
  • CBT techniques
  • Mindfulness practice

About Peter

Peter Turner is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with 11 years of experience. He works with people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and anger. He also supports clients dealing with ADHD, addictions, trauma and relationship difficulties.

He uses straightforward, person-focused sessions that aim to help people spot what is keeping problems going. Sessions give room to talk through difficult events and to notice patterns in thinking and behaviour. He combines a person-centred way of listening with practical tools from cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness techniques.

Peter encourages clients to identify their own strengths and goals. He helps people break larger issues into manageable steps. Typical work includes looking at unhelpful thoughts, practising new responses, and building simple routines that reduce distress and improve focus.

For people coping with anger, sessions often look at triggers, thought habits and the ways anger affects relationships at home or at work. He also supports people facing grief, life changes, sleep problems and career decisions. Where trauma or past abuse is involved, the focus is on stabilising responses and developing coping strategies.

Practical coaching elements are available for those who want help with planning next steps, finances or career moves. Peter works in English and with a range of mood and behaviour concerns, including obsessive thoughts, panic, post-traumatic stress and process addictions. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy keeps the focus on the person's experience. The counsellor listens, reflects and helps the person clarify what matters most. This approach is useful when someone needs a steady, accepting listener while they sort through strong feelings.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses practical exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and try new ways of responding. CBT can help with anger, anxiety, sleep problems and obsessive thinking.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention practices to reduce reactivity and increase mental calm. Short, regular exercises can make it easier to notice tense moments and choose different responses.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. That decision is collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is reviewed.

Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can help fit therapy into a busy week, make it easier to join from different locations, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about session length and how appointments are scheduled when you complete the initial matching questionnaire.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoaching

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

Which anger and related concerns does he work with?

He works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and trauma. Additional areas include ADHD, addictions, grief and relationship difficulties.

What is his therapeutic style?

He combines person-centred listening with practical CBT and mindfulness tools. Sessions focus on noticing patterns and trying small changes.

How much experience does he have?

He has 11 years of professional experience working with mood and behavioural concerns.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is registered with the BACP and practising in the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him in other languages or from abroad?

Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Format details are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are sessions charged?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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