George Petrou , BACP

George Petrou is a relational integrative therapist practising in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He is registered with the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy - BACP - which indicates membership of a major UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists. His work focuses on supporting people through a wide range of challenges, including addictions and dependency, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, and compassion fatigue.

George draws on an attuned, empathetic approach that prioritises acceptance and understanding. He aims to build a therapeutic relationship in which clients can explore difficult feelings, speak openly, and reconnect with their truest selves without fear of judgment. His practice also addresses specific concerns such as attachment and abandonment issues, narcissistic abuse, suicidal ideation and self-harm, burnout and vicarious trauma, and struggles with motivation and shame.

Taking the first step toward change often requires courage, and George positions himself as a steady, supportive ally in that process. He works collaboratively with each person to identify their priorities, process past harms, and develop practical ways to cope and move forward, tailoring his approach to each individual’s needs and goals.

Online therapeutic approaches and care

George integrates Attachment-Based Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help people explore how early relationships shape current patterns and to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for change. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at relationship histories and how they influence trust, boundaries, and closeness, which can be useful for attachment issues, abandonment fears, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and acceptance, giving people freedom to lead sessions while the therapist reflects and supports their self-discovery and personal growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. George collaborates with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adapts methods accordingly so therapy feels relevant and manageable rather than prescriptive.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for busy schedules, travel constraints, or when in-person meetings are difficult. These formats make it possible to receive consistent support from a licensed professional across different time zones and life situations, while allowing sessions to fit into daily routines and immediate needs.