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Peter Thompson

Peter Thompson, NCPS

United Kingdom 14 years in practice

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NCPS counsellor - stress and relationships

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  • Client-Centred approach
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Psychodynamic work

About Peter

Peter Thompson is an NCPS counsellor in the United Kingdom with 14 years' experience. He works with people on stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, anger, low self-esteem, addictions and related life issues. Peter uses Client-Centred methods alongside Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic and Solution-Focused approaches in his practice.

He frames therapy around choice, responsibility and autonomy. Sessions are built so a person can talk about what matters most to them. He describes his style as down-to-earth and straightforward, and he uses a sense of humour when it fits the situation.

Peter gained a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling in 2011 and has both volunteer and professional work history. He draws on several modalities and keeps the client at the centre of the work. That means practical discussion, reflection on patterns, and collaborative planning for change.

Common topics he addresses include coping with life changes, parenting strain, work and career concerns, intimacy-related issues, trauma and abuse, and problems with sleep and motivation. He also works with issues linked to BDSM, kink and alternative sex culture, attachment and abandonment, addiction, and compassion fatigue.

He checks messages a couple of times each day and asks clients to be aware of local emergency contacts if they are in crisis. Outside clinical work he is also a writer and spoken word performer, and he brings that interest into how he listens and responds.

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How Peter combines practical approaches for online sessions

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the client's perspective and on creating a respectful, non-directive environment. It helps when someone needs space to talk, feel heard and decide their own next steps.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Peter will discuss goals, preferences and current problems with a person and then suggest which combination of methods to try. That decision is made together and can be adjusted over time.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available arrangements before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel by removing commute time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. They can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need lower bandwidth options, depending on the formats offered. Registered or accredited professionals typically adapt activities and homework for remote sessions so progress can continue between meetings.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCancerCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, anger and self-esteem concerns. Additional focuses include addictions, trauma and issues around attachment and abandonment.

Which therapeutic methods does he use?

His practice is primarily Client-Centred and he also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic techniques and Solution-Focused work. He combines these approaches according to what a person needs.

How much experience does he have?

He has 14 years of experience and gained a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling in 2011. His background includes both volunteer and professional roles.

Where is he based and what credential does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and holds the NCPS credential as supplied in his biography.

Can I work with him if I am outside the UK?

He accepts international clients and sessions can be arranged for people outside the United Kingdom. Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list explicit session formats. Please confirm the current session options with the therapist before booking.

How does payment work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time according to the provided details.

How do I begin working with him?

To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session as described in his getting-started instructions.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

Peter Thompson

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