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Peter Saunders, NCPS

Credentials
NCPS
Experience
20 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Sessions
Online only
Client ages
Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression

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Peter Saunders helps people who are struggling with stress and anxiety, low mood, relationship concerns and issues linked to self-esteem. He also supports people facing grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related worries, sleep problems, parenting strain and compassion fatigue. Peter works with a wide range of issues related to identity and LGBT matters as well as ADHD and challenges from life changes.

Peter speaks plainly in sessions and treats the person in front of him as the expert in their own life.

Background and approach

He believes small steps matter and focuses on what people can do now to feel steadier. Sessions aim to be practical and compassionate rather than full of jargon. Peter trained in integrative counselling and has practised for 20 years.

He holds the NCPS credential and brings long-term experience helping people through major life transitions, loss and ongoing stress. His background makes him comfortable talking about both recent problems and longer standing patterns. In therapy he draws on client-centred work to listen closely and build a trusting space.

He also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at how past experiences shape present feelings, and solution-focused techniques to set achievable goals. The mix depends on each person and what they want from therapy. Taking the first step can feel hard.

Peter aims to make initial appointments straightforward so people can explain what matters to them and begin planning next steps.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy is about listening carefully and following what matters to the person. This approach helps when someone needs a calm, steady space to talk through stress, identity questions or relationship worries. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at how past experiences affect present feelings and patterns; it can be useful for people who want to understand repeating difficulties or long-standing emotions.

Finding the right method is part of the work together. Peter will discuss different approaches and help decide a mix that fits the client's goals, needs and preferences. He aims to be collaborative and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.

If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow check-ins from another location when that suits you. It can also make shorter or more frequent sessions easier to arrange, and let people continue work through life changes without needing to attend in person.
What concerns does Peter focus on?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship matters, along with grief, trauma, intimacy questions and ADHD-related issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are straightforward and practical, with an emphasis on listening closely and helping people take small, manageable steps toward change.
How much experience does he have?
Peter has 20 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and life difficulties.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the NCPS credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
20 years
Registered with
NCPS
Languages
English

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