Peter McShane, BACP
Peter McShane offers a client-centred approach to counselling that puts the person at the heart of every session.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- +18 more
About Peter
Peter McShane offers a client-centred approach to counselling that puts the person at the heart of every session. He aims to create a calm, non-judgemental space where people can say what feels hard to say. Peter believes that listening and clear reflection help clients see their situation more clearly and decide what to do next.
He has 13 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Background and approach
Over time he has helped people tackle stress and anxiety, depression, addictions, grief and coping with life changes. He also supports those dealing with relationship matters, family issues, self-esteem concerns and challenges around intimacy. Sessions are grounded and straightforward.
Peter does not give directives or tell people what to do. Instead he mirrors clients' experiences, helping them notice patterns and options they may have missed while overwhelmed or stuck. He also works with people facing work pressures, compassion fatigue, ADHD-related struggles, sleep and eating difficulties, and anger.
Self-harm is listed as an additional focus area and is handled with care and attention to immediate needs. Peter aims to make counselling approachable and free from jargon. He prefers plain language and practical conversation so that people leaving a session feel a little clearer and more able to make decisions about next steps.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 381141 | November 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Peter works with
Everything Peter lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Self-harm
Approaches Peter lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
In sessions Peter aims to be down to earth and practical rather than offering instructions. He will work together with each person to identify which elements of therapy feel most useful and adapt the way he works to match their goals and preferences. Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be guided collaboratively.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow a closer face-to-face experience, phone sessions can fit into a short break or require less bandwidth, live chat suits quick check-ins and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These formats make it easier to arrange counselling around work, family life and other commitments, and they give people flexible ways to keep working on their goals.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Peter focus on?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, self-esteem and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include relationship and family matters, intimacy issues, ADHD and self-harm.
What is his style of therapy?
Peter uses a client-centred approach that emphasises careful listening and reflection. He aims to help people find their own answers rather than giving direct instructions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. That experience includes a mixture of community and clinical work across common mental health concerns.
What credentials and location are on record?
He is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and regions are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Therapy can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These formats provide different ways to fit counselling around daily life.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the booking process.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling according to therapist availability. The matching form helps pair needs and preferences with his approach.
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