Peter Thompson, NCPS
Person-centred counsellor for meaningful change
- 14 years experience
- Person-centred approach
- Accepts international clients
About Peter Thompson
Peter Thompson gained his Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling in 2011 and brings 14 years of volunteer and professional experience to his practice. He works across a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, self-esteem and motivation, addiction, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting and career challenges, ADHD and compassion fatigue. He also offers support for a range of additional difficulties such as attachment and abandonment issues, communication and control problems, and challenges related to kink and alternative sexual culture.
His practice is fundamentally Person Centred, and he describes his overall method as eclectic - drawing on different modalities to suit each person while keeping the client at the heart of the work. Three words that always sit at the centre of his approach are CHOICE - RESPONSIBILITY - AUTONOMY, and he aims to support people in regaining ownership of those areas in their lives. He creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored, and he is known for a down-to-earth, straightforward style that some have described as "down to earth" and "real." He also brings a well-timed sense of humour when appropriate to help clients engage with difficult material.
Peter holds NCPS, a professional registration for counsellors, and he endeavours to check messages a couple of times each day in order to respond as promptly as possible. He asks that anyone who feels they need urgent help or who is in crisis ensures they are aware of relevant emergency contact numbers for the UK and Republic of Ireland - Emergency 112 or 999, Non-emergency 111 Option 2, 24/7 Helpline 116 123 (UK and ROI), Shout text "DESERVE" to 85258. He notes that this forum does not provide emergency services. In addition to his therapeutic work, Peter is a writer and a spoken word poetry performer.
His practice is fundamentally Person Centred, and he describes his overall method as eclectic - drawing on different modalities to suit each person while keeping the client at the heart of the work. Three words that always sit at the centre of his approach are CHOICE - RESPONSIBILITY - AUTONOMY, and he aims to support people in regaining ownership of those areas in their lives. He creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored, and he is known for a down-to-earth, straightforward style that some have described as "down to earth" and "real." He also brings a well-timed sense of humour when appropriate to help clients engage with difficult material.
Peter holds NCPS, a professional registration for counsellors, and he endeavours to check messages a couple of times each day in order to respond as promptly as possible. He asks that anyone who feels they need urgent help or who is in crisis ensures they are aware of relevant emergency contact numbers for the UK and Republic of Ireland - Emergency 112 or 999, Non-emergency 111 Option 2, 24/7 Helpline 116 123 (UK and ROI), Shout text "DESERVE" to 85258. He notes that this forum does not provide emergency services. In addition to his therapeutic work, Peter is a writer and a spoken word poetry performer.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Peter Thompson have?
Peter Thompson has 14 years of experience.
Is Peter Thompson a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the NCPS credential. NCPS is a professional registration for counsellors.
In which languages does Peter Thompson provide therapy?
Peter Thompson provides therapy in English.
Where is Peter Thompson located?
Peter Thompson is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Peter Thompson as my therapist?
You can work with Peter Thompson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Peter Thompson work with international clients?
Yes, Peter Thompson works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Peter Thompson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Peter Thompson works primarily from a Person Centred foundation, favouring approaches that place the client at the centre of the work and respect each person's pace and priorities. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating an accepting and empathic environment that helps people explore their feelings and make their own choices - it is useful for relationship issues, self-esteem work, grief and many life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical, structured strategies to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. CBT can be especially helpful for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties and coping with addictive behaviours. He also draws on psychodynamic ideas when helpful, exploring how past experiences and attachment patterns affect present relationships and emotional responses.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the journey and Peter collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on their concerns, goals and preferences. He adapts methods as therapy progresses so the work stays relevant and effective.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to connect when in-person sessions are not convenient. These formats provide flexibility around scheduling, allow access from different locations, and make it possible for people to choose the way of communicating that feels most comfortable for them.