- Person-centred listening
- Practical goal setting
- Support for sleep issues
About Peter
Peter Saunders is a therapist based in the United Kingdom who helps people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship concerns and sleep problems. He also supports those coping with grief, trauma, parenting strains and issues related to sexual identity. He presents himself as someone who listens and works alongside people as they make changes.
He trained in integrative counselling and holds NCPS. He completed a first diploma in 2002 and a counselling degree in 2009, and has around 20 years of experience. Peter prefers to treat the person rather than label the problem, and he believes clients bring strengths that help them move forward.
In sessions he adopts a practical, person-focused style. He uses a client-centred stance to follow what matters most to each person. He may also draw on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns from the past and solution-focused techniques to set clear, manageable goals.
Peter aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can talk through what keeps them stuck. He listens for the small changes that can make daily life easier, and he works with clients to build concrete steps for better sleep, mood and relationships.
He describes starting therapy as a courageous step and offers steady support during the process. Anyone wanting to explore their next steps is invited to consider whether his approach fits their needs.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on seeing the person as the expert in their life. Online conversations using this approach aim to follow what matters most to the client and to build on their strengths. Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choices and the challenges of change; online sessions can help people think through life direction, identity and values in simple, practical ways.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss different ideas and decide together which methods suit the client's goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as needs evolve.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to attend when energy or mobility is limited. These practical benefits help therapy slot into everyday life without promising a specific session type.
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Experience
20+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and sleep concerns, and also offers support for relationship and parenting strains, grief, trauma and sexual identity issues.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style is client-centred and down-to-earth. He listens first, then helps set small, practical steps to make life more manageable.
What is his professional background?
He completed a first diploma in 2002 and a degree in integrative counselling in 2009, and has about 20 years of experience working with people in the UK.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with NCPS 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 does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are booked through a cancellable subscription model.
What is the first step to begin?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.