Peter McDermott , BACP

Peter McDermott is a UK-licensed therapist with six years of professional experience who approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He believes therapy should be tailored to the individual, shaping the process and treatment plan around a person’s specific needs to support meaningful personal development and sustained change.

Peter understands that taking the first step into therapy requires courage and views that decision as an important sign of readiness. He works collaboratively to set goals and adapt the pace of work so it fits with each client’s priorities and circumstances. As a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - he follows recognised professional standards and practices that guide his care.

His practice emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where people can explore challenges, develop coping strategies, and build on their strengths. Peter aims to help people move forward with clarity and confidence while honouring their unique journey toward growth.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Peter integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into his work, helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and focus on actions that align with their values. ACT can be useful for stress, anxiety, and situations where avoidance or worry limits meaningful living.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which identifies unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and provides practical tools to change them. CBT is often chosen for problems like low mood, anxiety, and work-related stress because it emphasizes skill building and measurable progress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Peter works collaboratively with each person to select or adapt methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what is working and refine the plan as therapy progresses.

Online therapy with Peter is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make scheduling more flexible and reduce travel time. These options support ongoing access to care for people with busy lives or those living elsewhere, while still maintaining a consistent, therapeutic relationship with a licensed professional.