George Petrou , BACP

George Petrou is a relational integrative therapist based in the United Kingdom with three years of professional practice and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. He works with people facing a wide range of difficulties including addictions and dependency issues, trauma and attachment-related problems, grief, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, burnout and compassion fatigue, suicidal ideation and self-harm, and the complex aftermath of narcissistic abuse.

His approach centers on developing an attuned therapeutic relationship grounded in acceptance and empathy. He aims to create a space where people can express difficult feelings, explore their inner experience, and reconnect with their truest sense of self without fear of judgment. Drawing on integrative methods, he tailors work to each person, addressing practical coping strategies alongside deeper relational and attachment patterns.

Taking the first step toward change often takes courage, and George positions himself as a steady, supportive presence throughout that process. He collaborates with clients to set goals, navigate difficult transitions, and build resilience so they can move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape patterns of connection and emotional regulation. In sessions this approach helps people explore attachment wounds, understand relationship dynamics, and build more secure ways of relating to others.

Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing the impact of traumatic events and reducing their hold on daily life. It offers structured support for people coping with abuse, traumatic loss, or overwhelming experiences, helping them make sense of symptoms and regain a sense of safety in relationships and routine.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness. These tools can be useful alongside relational and trauma work when overwhelming feelings interfere with daily functioning.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic journey. George works collaboratively with clients to identify what fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules, geographic distance, and different communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in treatment, access support from wherever you are, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each stage of the work.