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George Coles, BACP

Experienced counsellor for anxiety and life change

3 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English · online sessions

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About George

George Coles is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He holds a BA (Hons) in Contemporary Relational Counselling and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP. He has three years of professional experience helping people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and depression.

He helps people talk through relationship and intimacy-related issues. He also supports those facing life changes, grief and parenthood challenges, including postpartum concerns.

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Background and approach

Practical worries such as panic attacks, phobias and chronic illness are also within his focus. George uses approaches that centre on how people connect with others and with themselves. He draws on Attachment-Based work to look at relationship patterns, Client-Centred methods to follow what matters most to the person, and Cognitive Behavioural ideas to tackle unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

Sessions are conversational and straightforward. He aims to create an open, non-judgemental space where feelings and thoughts can be named and noticed. The emphasis is on small, manageable steps tailored to what each person needs.

People can expect practical tools alongside reflective conversation. George supports men navigating fatherhood, people coping with isolation or guilt, and those exploring life purpose or forgiveness. He explains things plainly and works at a pace that suits the individual.

How relational and practical therapies work online

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how past and current relationships shape feelings and reactions. It helps when patterns from earlier relationships make present connections difficult or when intimacy feels hard to manage. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and following what matters most to the person. It gives space for people to set the pace and priorities of their own work.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then choose techniques together. That means sessions can blend relational exploration with practical steps for anxiety or low mood, depending on what the client needs.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different situations. Video calls work well for in-depth conversation, phone sessions can fit into a short break or when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging can be useful for quick check-ins or ongoing support between sessions. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into a busy life.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does George address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem, plus relationship and intimacy-related issues. Other focus areas include grief, life changes, panic attacks and chronic illness.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He combines Attachment-Based, Client-Centred and Cognitive Behavioural approaches to suit each person. Sessions are conversational and aim to be straightforward and practical.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working in counselling settings. That experience covers a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds a BA (Hons) in Contemporary Relational Counselling and is registered with BACP in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These options allow different ways to connect depending on practical needs.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is delivered through a subscription model. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
3 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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