Peter Plaistowe, BACP
Peter Plaistowe is a counsellor who uses an integrative approach to tailor therapy to each person.
About Peter
Peter Plaistowe is a counsellor who uses an integrative approach to tailor therapy to each person. He aims to build a compassionate, respectful relationship so people feel able to talk about hard things. Peter has practised as a counsellor since 2017 and brings eight years of experience to his work.
He commonly helps people who are coping with stress and anxiety, or who are struggling with depression and low self-esteem.
Background and approach
He also supports those dealing with grief, including bereavement linked to substance misuse, and people facing big life changes such as career shifts or midlife challenges. Practical daily pressures like money worries and feelings of isolation are included in his focus. Peter offers both short-term and longer-term therapy depending on what an individual needs.
He encourages reflection on past experiences so people can better understand themselves and make changes they want. Sessions aim to be straightforward and focused on what matters to the client. His practice draws on a mix of person-centred, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural and transactional analysis ideas, chosen to suit each person.
Peter describes this as using the parts of different approaches that are most helpful for the individual. He works in English and practises in the United Kingdom. Peter is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which appears as the credential BACP.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 376195 | 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.
Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. That way sessions can change over time as new issues arise or progress is made.
Online therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video suits conversations that benefit from face-to-face interaction, phone is useful when bandwidth is limited, live chat can provide a shorter check-in and text messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options help people fit therapy around work, family life and busy schedules.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem along with grief and coping with life changes. He also addresses relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, career and money worries.
What is his style of therapy?
He uses an integrative style, drawing on person-centred, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural and transactional analysis ideas as needed. The emphasis is on building a respectful relationship and practical reflection.
How much experience does he have?
He has worked as a counsellor since 2017, giving him eight years of clinical experience. That experience includes extensive work with bereavement and mood difficulties.
Where does he practise and what are his credentials?
He practises in the United Kingdom and holds the credential BACP, which denotes registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging depending on what the client prefers. Different formats suit different day-to-day needs.
How are costs and billing handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the matching and scheduling process.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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