- Anxiety and phobia
- Trauma informed
- Attachment work
About George
George Petrou is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with three years of professional experience. He works with people facing anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief, low self-esteem and related concerns including social anxiety and phobia. Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients from the United Kingdom.
George uses a relational, integrative approach. He focuses on building a trusting connection so people can say what they need to say and feel what they need to feel. That way discussions move from description to clearer choices about how to cope and what to try next.
In practice he blends Attachment-Based ideas with client-centred listening and elements of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and trauma-focused work. That mix supports people dealing with past abuse, burnout, addiction and persistent low mood. He also addresses specific concerns such as body image, codependency and problems with communication.
Sessions typically explore current difficulties alongside how past relationships shaped patterns of thinking and feeling. Practical skills for stress, emotion regulation and coping are brought in when helpful. George aims for straightforward conversation and clear steps people can use between sessions.
People find him useful when they need help navigating big life changes, relationship strain, or the emotional impact of illness and loss. He accepts international clients and works in English. To begin, readers are asked to follow the site booking steps to match and schedule a first session.
How George applies therapeutic approaches online
George combines Attachment-Based work, Client-Centred listening and elements of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) when working with people online. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape present patterns and helps people notice repeated reactions in close contact. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person can find their own sense of direction. DBT adds practical strategies for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal skills, which can help with anxiety and relationship issues.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. George discusses goals and preferences with each person and recommends which methods to use together. That collaborative choice helps shape the session plan and the kinds of exercises or skills introduced between sessions.
The site asks users to confirm current session options before booking because formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a workday, or removing the need to be on camera if that helps someone manage nerves. Registered or accredited professionals can work with international clients, and George accepts clients from outside the UK; confirm the practical session options when you book.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with anxiety, trauma, addictions, grief, low self-esteem and related issues including social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapeutic style?
He follows a relational, integrative approach that emphasises listening and building a trusting connection while using practical skills when needed.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and behavioural difficulties.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practices from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients; please confirm any regional or time zone arrangements when booking.
How are sessions arranged and what about cost?
Session cost varies by location and is billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.