Counsellor profile
Peter Spanton, BACP
Counsellor - stress and addiction support
See online counselling options- CBT
- Psychodynamic work
- Workplace stress insight
About Peter
Counsellor Peter Spanton is a BACP member with five years' experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship concerns and anger. Peter also focuses on drug and alcohol addiction, process addictions, sexual assault and related issues, and men's issues. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
Peter draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic work. He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thinking and test small changes in behaviour. Psychodynamic ideas help look at past patterns that repeat in present life. He describes practical steps alongside talking through feelings.
Before training in counselling, Peter worked in the restaurant sector and ran his own drinks company as creative director. That experience informs his understanding of workplace stress and how it affects home life. He often links practical pressures to emotional responses in sessions.
Sessions follow a straightforward process. New clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then book an initial appointment. Peter asks about current difficulties, what the person hopes to change, and any previous therapy experience. From there he and the client agree a plan to try for a few sessions.
Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. If someone wants to start, they select the See online counselling options button, complete the questionnaire and schedule the first session. Peter aims for clear communication about what will happen in each meeting.
How his approaches are used in online counselling
Peter uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try practical changes in day-to-day life. CBT is often used for anxiety, mood issues and certain addictive behaviours and focuses on clear steps to test new responses.He also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that began earlier in life and now affect relationships or self‑view. That work can help when someone wants to understand recurring emotional responses rather than only change behaviour.
Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. He discusses goals and preferences with each person and adjusts the plan as sessions progress. The therapist and client make that choice together, and it can change over time based on what is helpful.
The therapist's profile does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available options before you book. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, avoid travel time and keep to a consistent schedule. Some formats need less bandwidth or allow a shorter check-in when time is limited. Registered or accredited professionals often use these practical benefits to help clients maintain work and home commitments while engaging in therapy.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship issues and anger. He also focusses on drug and alcohol addiction, process addictions and sexual assault related concerns.
What approach does he use in sessions?
He uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and psychodynamic ideas. CBT targets current thinking and behaviour, while psychodynamic work looks at repeating patterns from the past.
How long has he been practising?
He has five years' experience working as a counsellor. His background includes time in the restaurant sector and running a drinks company.
Which professional body is he registered with?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Are sessions available in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English. He accepts international clients.
What format are the sessions offered in?
The original profile does not specify formats. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Fees vary with location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen subscription tier.
How do I start a first session?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule the first appointment.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
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