Steve Peters

Therapeutic Counsellor

Life is overwhelming at times and it can be hard to find the way forward. It might be that anxiety is stopping you from thriving in your life, relationships are problematic, you’re not fulfilled in your work, or elements of your past leave you feeling confused, sad, dissatisfied or stuck.

Services

Talking to a therapist, someone outside your circle of family and friends who is trained to work with life’s problems, can often be a catalyst for change. It takes courage, but by facing your difficulties alongside someone who is supportive and fully attuned to you, you can process painful feelings, explore underlying issues, bring into focus outdated and self-defeating behavioural patterns, find new perspectives and unlock the door to a more fulfilling life.

My aim is always to provide a warm, empathetic, trusting and non-judgemental space in which you feel truly heard and safe to talk about personal issues in an open and honest way. I will work together with you to understand your challenges so that you feel the relief of sharing your difficulties in a safe and supportive relationship, where self-acceptance, change and growth become possible.

Some of the areas I work with include:

Anxiety
Trauma
Performance/Creative issues
Depression and low mood
Relationship difficulties
Addiction/compulsive behaviours
Stress
Anger
Suicidal thoughts
Self-harm
Shame
Low self-esteem
Boarding School experiences
Career issues
Bereavement
Life changes
Illness
Finding purpose & meaning in life
Identity
Loneliness

Having spent many years in the music and theatre industries, I also specialise in working with clients who work in performing and creative arts.

I am an experienced and fully qualified therapist with a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, a Further Diploma in Somatic Trauma Therapy, and I'm a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).

My learning is ongoing, as I continually work to develop and deepen my knowledge and experience through further professional training.

I have worked for a number of agencies within the charity sector. Currently, alongside my private practice, I work as a bereavement counsellor helping clients who are coming to terms with grief and loss.

My private practice takes place in comfortable, confidential rooms in Central London, EC4 (near Holborn/Chancery Lane), Islington N1, and Crystal Palace SE25.

I am also experienced in offering online sessions via Zoom.

Please get in touch by email, contact page or phone 07971 173646 to discuss.