About
Us
Welcome to Cherry Orchard Therapy! We are passionate about providing compassionate and personalised support to help you on your journey to wellness. Meet our team and discover how we can assist you in achieving your therapeutic goals.
About Peter
I am a Person-Centred Counsellor passionate about creating a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Whether you’re seeking support for a specific challenge or simply need a place to pause and reflect, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey.
My approach is grounded in empathy and respect, recognising the unique experiences and strengths that each person brings. Over the years, I have developed a special interest in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, honoring the courage it takes to embrace and express your authentic self. I also have a deep commitment to supporting carers, understanding the emotional toll that comes with looking after loved ones. Together, we can explore how to prioritize your own well-being while navigating the challenges of caregiving.
Peter Bajorek - Counsellor BACP Member
Another area close to my heart is working with older adults and their families, particularly those facing the complexities of dementia. I understand how isolating and overwhelming these experiences can feel, and I aim to provide a steady, supportive presence through the ups and downs.
For young adults, I offer a space to explore life’s transitions, pressures, and questions about identity, helping you to find clarity and confidence. I also work with parents of neurodiverse children, offering understanding and guidance as you navigate the joys and challenges of parenting in a way that honors both your child’s needs and your own.
At the core of my practice is a belief in your capacity for growth and resilience. Whatever your story, I am here to help you find your voice, reconnect with your strengths, and move forward with greater self-understanding. If you feel ready to begin this journey together, I’d love to hear from you.
If you would like to arrange a free consultation with Peter, please email him at
peter@cherryorchardtherapy.com
David Poynor - Counsellor BACP Accredited
About David
I created Cherry Orchard Therapy after graduating as a Person Centred Counsellor. My journey into personal counselling began in my early twenties as a volunteer within a community support charity but it was around 10 years later that I completed my formal training.
I have always been fascinated by human interaction and spent many years working within theatre. For me, the real joy of performance was found within the study of the spoken word; understanding a character by how they communicate. While volunteering for a charity to support people struggling with substance addiction, I decided to begin my training as a counsellor. As a part of my training I experienced personal counselling as a client. Through my own therapeutic process I learned firsthand how effective counselling could be; I began to see how my perspective, behaviour, relationships and thoughts were changing as a direct result of personal counselling.
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I have experienced the effectiveness of Person Centred Therapy. In my counselling practice I strive to create a non-judgemental, honest and understanding environment that is ideal for positive personal development.
Training and Further Study
I studied Person Centred Counselling at Lewisham Counselling and Counselling Training Associates. I graduated with a distinction grade on the Higher Professional Diploma Course (Level 5) and was thrilled to be named as the winner of the award for outstanding development in my graduating year.
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During my training I co-authored the research paper, ‘Peoples experience of viewing images of violence through the media, the impact upon them and how this may inform psychotherapeutic practice’. In 2019 I went on to present at the BACP Research Conference in Belfast.
Since completing counsellor training, some specific areas of study have been addiction, LGBTQ+ counselling, suicide, shame, bereavement and compulsivity. I have also studied Existential and Cognitive Behavioural Counselling. These models have informed my practice but the principles of the Person Centred Approach are always at the core of my work with clients.
If you would like to arrange a free consultation with David, please email him at
david@cherryorchardtherapy.com
"We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet listening, of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know."