George Petrou, BACP

George Petrou is a relational integrative therapist licensed in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience and registration with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He works with people affected by abuse, addictions and dependency, anxiety, attachment trauma, depression, grief, low self-esteem, lack of motivation, narcissistic abuse, shame, suicidal ideation and self-harm, trauma, and burnout including compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma.

Central to his practice is the development of an attuned therapeutic relationship rooted in acceptance and empathy. He aims to offer a supportive space where clients can feel what they need to feel, speak their minds, and explore their truest selves without fear of judgment.

Drawing on an integrative, relational approach, George tailors sessions to the individual needs of each person, combining listening, understanding, and practical strategies to help clients build insight and resilience. He recognizes that seeking change takes courage and is committed to walking alongside clients as they pursue a more fulfilling and happier life.

Approaches to Therapy and How Online Care Fits

George draws on attachment-based therapy to explore patterns formed in early relationships and how those patterns affect current bonds. This approach helps people who struggle with abandonment, attachment issues, and relationship difficulties by focusing on safety, trust, and connection.

He also uses client-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and the client’s own capacity for growth. This method supports self-esteem, self-exploration, and personal development by creating a nonjudgmental space where the client’s experience leads the work.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is another tool he may integrate to help with emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and relationship effectiveness, particularly when strong emotions or self-harm are present.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and is decided collaboratively. George will work with each client to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he will adapt the plan as the work unfolds.

Online therapy with George is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access ongoing support, maintain continuity of care, and choose the way of communicating that feels most helpful for each person.