Peter Santos, LPC

Peter Santos is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana. He brings 13 years of counseling experience and works in both English and Spanish. Peter aims to meet people where they are and create a straightforward, respectful space for conversation.

His work centers on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and relationship concerns. He also addresses midlife questions and related issues such as life purpose, loneliness, and men's concerns. Sessions focus on what matters most to each person rather than forcing a specific method.

Peter draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. He blends these approaches to match each person’s goals and preferences. That means practical tools for changing unhelpful thinking, time to reflect on meaning and purpose, and strategies for staying grounded in the present.

He has worked in clinical, school, and community settings and has experience supporting people through major life transitions and loss. Peter describes collaboration with other professionals as part of whole-person care when that helps meet a person’s goals.

Outside of sessions, he enjoys hiking, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and cooking. These activities influence his belief that steady effort and curiosity help people move forward.

Approaches and how they translate to online work

Peter frequently uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and reflecting what matters to you so you feel understood and can explore options. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy offers concrete tools to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, low mood, and stress.

Finding the right mix is part of the process. He will work with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals and preferences. That collaboration includes checking what feels useful and adjusting methods over time rather than sticking to one fixed plan.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not listed in this profile. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins during breaks. Some people find phone or video helpful when they prefer not to commute, while others like shorter check-ins that focus on strategy and skill practice. Ask about available formats when you schedule so sessions can be arranged to suit your routine.