- CBT and systemic therapy
- Assessment and formulation
- 45 minute sessions
About George
Dr. George Baldwin is a HCPC registered practitioner with six years of clinical experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, depression and problems coping with life changes. He also supports those struggling with addictions, sleep problems, self-esteem and compassion fatigue.
He trained at the University of East Anglia where he completed a Clinical Psychology doctorate and has published peer-reviewed research. His background includes NHS and private practice and he provides clinical supervision to other psychological professionals. He has worked across primary and secondary care, inpatient settings and specialist services over the last six years.
In assessment and treatment he uses clear, practical steps. Early sessions gather relevant information and build a visual formulation that maps thoughts, feelings, behaviours and relationships. That formulation guides goals and helps both therapist and client to track progress.
Sessions are normally 45 minutes and involve noticing patterns and trying out different ways of thinking or behaving between meetings. Interventions often include structured exercises and agreed tasks to practise skills outside sessions.
He has experience with a wide range of difficulties, including trauma and abuse, specific phobias, bipolar experience, personality difficulties and neurodiversity such as autism and ADHD. He adapts what he offers to the person presenting concerns and the context of those concerns.
People who choose him can expect a direct, collaborative approach focused on practical change. The emphasis is on clear formulation, measurable goals and applying techniques that fit the client’s day-to-day life.
Approaches you may work with and how online sessions fit
He commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and trying practical alternatives to reduce distress. CBT can be helpful for anxiety, phobias, sleep problems and mood difficulties.He also draws on Systemic therapy, which looks at relationships and interaction patterns that affect a person’s difficulties. This approach can help when relationship dynamics or family roles are part of the problem.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will use initial assessment and the developing formulation to decide which methods to try first, and will review what is working as therapy continues. Clients are involved in setting goals and choosing practical tasks between sessions.
If you are considering online work, please confirm the available session options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit meetings into their day more easily, avoid travel and make shorter check-ins between appointments. Different formats also suit different practical needs such as preferring audio-only calls for lower bandwidth or shorter meetings for quick reviews. Ask about the session lengths and formats offered when you complete the matching questionnaire so you can pick what fits your routine.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, depression and coping with life changes, among other issues such as addictions and sleep problems.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, collaborative style that starts with assessment and a visual formulation to guide therapy and goals.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of clinical experience working in NHS and private settings and with inpatient and specialist services.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients.
How are sessions charged and what is the payment model?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin or arrange a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.