About Peter
Peter McShane is a counsellor who works from a person-centred way. He offers a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk about painful or confusing experiences. He aims to listen closely and reflect back what is said, so clients feel understood and clearer about their next steps.
He has 13 years of professional experience and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Over time he has learned that real change often begins when someone can say what they have been holding back.
Background and approach
He concentrates on helping people find their own answers rather than telling them what to do. Peter supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma and abuse. He also helps with relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, grief, addictions, and issues around intimacy.
He works with people facing career challenges, compassion fatigue and life changes, and offers support for those managing ADHD symptoms and self-harm concerns. Sessions are straightforward and down to earth. Peter avoids unnecessary jargon and keeps the work practical and grounded.
He pays attention to how people describe their lives and brings that understanding into sessions to help with clearer decision-making. People who want LGBT-aware support will find his practice notes LGBT among areas he focuses on. His practice is based in the United Kingdom and conversations are carried out in English.
What Peter works with
Everything Peter lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Peter is listed here; the rest shows what else Peter works with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Self-harm
Approaches Peter lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Client-Centred Care and Online Counselling
Client-Centred Therapy is based on careful, non-judgemental listening. The counsellor reflects what is said and helps people feel heard. This approach is often useful for anxiety, depression, stress and relationship concerns because it helps people understand their feelings and options.In practice this means the counsellor follows the client’s lead rather than directing the conversation. Sessions focus on the client’s experience, values and goals, and the counsellor helps clarify thoughts and choices in a collaborative way. That collaborative process helps decide which aspects of therapy to focus on together.
Online counselling can fit into busy lives by reducing travel time and making it easier to join a session between other commitments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when that suits someone, or avoid the need to use a camera if a phone call is preferred. The exact session formats for this counsellor are not specified here, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online work helps maintain consistency and keeps therapy manageable alongside everyday responsibilities.
Questions people ask about Peter
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma and abuse. Other focus areas include relationship and family concerns, grief, addictions, self-harm and issues with intimacy and self-esteem.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He practises Client-Centred Therapy which focuses on attentive listening and reflection. The approach aims to help people understand themselves better and make clearer choices.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience working with people in the UK. That experience includes supporting people through a wide range of personal and emotional difficulties.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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