- Years in practice
- 13
- Registration
- BACP
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Family conflicts
About Peter
Peter McShane offers straightforward, person-focused counselling that starts with listening. He creates space for people to say what feels hard to say and to think things through out loud. Peter is calm and down to earth, which helps people settle into sessions more quickly.
He uses a client-centred way of working. That means Peter attends closely to what someone is feeling and thinking and reflects it back without telling them what to do.
Background and approach
The aim is to help people see their situation more clearly so they can make decisions for themselves. Over 13 years of professional experience in the United Kingdom has given him exposure to a wide range of difficulties. He has supported people concerned about stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief and trauma.
Peter also helps with relationship and intimacy-related concerns, parenting challenges, self-esteem, career decisions and challenges with sleep or eating. Sessions are practical and spoken in everyday language. Peter focuses on what is happening now and what might help next, rather than using specialist jargon.
He pays attention to how emotions and choices link, helping people form small steps they can try between meetings. People who come to him often want a non-judgemental listener and clear reflection. Peter holds a BACP credential with experience over more than a decade.
He works with adults who want to better manage life changes, cope with stress, or find a clearer path forward.
What Peter works with
Everything Peter lists, in their own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Peter helps people 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 delivered online and by phone
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening closely and reflecting back what a person says. The counsellor offers empathy and acceptance so someone can explore feelings and choices. This approach helps with anxiety, stress, grief and parenting concerns by making it easier to see options and decide on next steps.Finding the right therapeutic way of working is part of the process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs with the person and together decide which approach feels most helpful. That collaborative decision is reviewed as therapy progresses so the method can be adjusted if needed.
Online sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video lets people read facial cues and tone, phone sessions work well if bandwidth is limited, and messaging can suit shorter check-ins or busy schedules. These options make it easier to fit counselling around work, childcare and everyday life while keeping the focus on practical steps and emotional clarity.
Questions people ask about Peter
What issues does he help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression and grief, plus relationship and intimacy-related issues, addiction and trauma. Parenting, self-esteem, career concerns, sleep and eating difficulties are also listed areas.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He works in a client-centred way, focusing on attentive listening and reflecting what someone brings. Sessions aim to help people understand their situation and decide on their next steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. That background includes supporting people with a wide range of emotional and practical concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds a BACP credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging as session formats.
How do I begin and what does it cost?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability. Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
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