- CBT techniques
- Client-centered work
- English and Spanish
About Peter
Peter Santos is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 13 years of experience based in Louisiana. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, and depression. He offers services in English and Spanish and has experience in clinical, school, and community settings.
He draws on client-centered ideas to keep sessions focused on each person's experience. That means conversations center on what matters to the client and on practical steps they can try between sessions. He also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice unhelpful thinking and test different ways of responding.
Peter describes his style as post-modern and narrative-influenced. He pays attention to the stories people tell about themselves and helps them find other ways to understand those stories. Existential ideas are used when people are facing questions about meaning, purpose, or life transitions.
Across his work he has supported people from diverse backgrounds, including at-risk youth, immigrant communities, and people facing housing instability. He also collaborates with medical providers or psychiatrists when clients want coordinated care. His bilingual skills reflect personal and professional ties to Latin American culture.
Outside of counseling he spends time hiking, training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and cooking. These activities inform a practical, down-to-earth approach to therapy focused on steady progress and realistic changes.
How therapy approaches guide online sessions
Client-centered therapy puts the client's experience first. In practice that means conversations focus on what matters to the person and the therapist follows the client's lead to set goals and priorities. This approach can help when social anxiety or relationship worries make it hard to speak up or know where to begin.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions teach concrete skills to test unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors in real life. CBT is often useful for anxiety, avoidance, and low mood because it emphasizes short-term, practiceable changes.
Existential therapy looks at meaning, choice, and life direction. It can help people who feel stuck, empty, or uncertain about purpose, and it pairs well with other methods that address daily functioning.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will work collaboratively to figure out what methods fit the client's goals and comfort level, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds.
Session formats are not listed in the provided biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make scheduling easier, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins that fit around work or family commitments. Some formats use less bandwidth or let a person speak without video, which can help during difficult days. Licensed professionals can use these options to keep therapy practical and compatible with daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues such as attachment, codependency, and isolation.
How would sessions feel in terms of approach?
Sessions are client-centered and conversational, with practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and narrative or existential ideas when helpful.
How much experience does he have?
He has 13 years of experience across clinical, school, and community settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the LPC credential and practices in Louisiana.
Can I work with him in Spanish?
Yes. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does he take international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.