About me
I am a BABCP and AREBT accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist (CBT) and EMDR Europe Accredited EMDR Practitioner. I have over 25 years’ experience in mental health, working initially as a Registered Mental Health Nurse within the NHS and later choosing to work solely as a therapist.
I have worked in a variety of mental health settings including a number of community mental health teams, a drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre, and an eating disorders service. I have worked in both the NHS and private sectors, and I have has run a successful private practice for since 2007.
I have a vast knowledge and experience of helping adults overcome a wide range of mental health difficulties, including low mood, anxiety and stress.
Face to Face Appointments:
Monday evenings between 6.00pm and 9.00pm in Cobham
Tuesdays and Fridays between 8.30am and 4.30pm in Epsom
I can also offer a limited number of online appointments on a Wednesday and Thursday.
Is CBT or EMDR Therapy right for me?
Not all forms of counselling are the same and I appreciate it can very difficult trying to establish which approach would suit you best. If you are really not sure if CBT or EMDR is the right therapy for you, I would be very happy to arrange a free 10-15 minute telephone conversation to answer any questions you might have. Over the years I have developed a large network of local colleagues who I can recommend if I believe their approach might be more suitable for you.
Please do get in touch if you are not sure. There is no charge for this initial telephone discussion.
Therapy Approach
The most important aspect of any talking therapy is the development of a sound therapeutic relationship. I wants you to feel safe to talk about your problems without fear of judgement or shame.
My approach is tailored to the needs of each individual, collaboratively working alongside you to overcome the problems you are struggling with and helping you to work towards your goals for treatment.
I am passionate about helping people to overcome their problems so they can live the best lives they possibly can, fulfilling their potential and living the life that’s important to them.
Therapies and Treatment offered
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT)
- Trauma focused CBT (TF-CBT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Disorders Treated
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Low self esteem
- Social Anxiety
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Generalised Anxiety Disorder and problems with excessive worry
- Panic Attacks
- Work related Stress
Health Insurance
If your treatment is covered by private medical insurance, Peter is an approved specialist with most of the health insurance companies.
Training, qualifications & experience
Experience:
- NHS (1998-2013) - various therapy and non-therapy NHS roles, including a number of community mental health teams, a drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre, and an eating disorders service.
- Peter Bryan, Psychotherapy Private Practice, (2007 to Present)
- Roodlane Medical (2019 To 2020)
- NHS Practitioner Health Programme (2018 to 2025)
Professional Qualifications:
- Diploma (Higher Education) in Nursing (Mental Health) (1998)
- MSc Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) (2006)
- EMDR Practitioner Training (Basic, Intermediate and Advanced – completed 2015)
Accreditations: - BABCP Accreditation (2007 to present)
- AREBT Accreditation (2007 to present)
- EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner (2018 to present)
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£95.00 - £115.00
Free initial telephone session
Health Insurance/EAP
When I work
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Further information
CBT Supervision
In addition to offering therapy, I also offer CBT supervision on Tuesdays to several CBT therapists and psychologists. If you are interested in receiving supervision, then do get in touch.
