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Gordon Birnie, NCPS

Empathic psychosexual and relationship counsellor

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

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About Gordon

Gordon Birnie is a psychosexual and relationship counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people with anxiety, stress, depression and sexual concerns. He also helps with relationship and intimacy-related issues, LGBT matters, and coping with life changes. Gordon describes his style as down-to-earth and non-judgemental.

He aims to make conversations straightforward and practical so people can talk about what matters to them. With three years of professional practice, Gordon has experience helping people with sexual problems and questions of gender identity.

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Background and approach

He offers support for trauma and abuse, self-esteem difficulties, and career-related stress. He also works with concerns around attachment, communication problems, and feelings of guilt or shame. Gordon has additional focus on BDSM, kink and alternative sex cultures, along with polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, process addictions and sex-related difficulties.

He approaches these topics without moral judgement and pays attention to each person’s values and goals. Conversations are intended to be honest and practical, aiming to reduce worry and improve day-to-day functioning. His methods include client-centred therapy, Imago relationship therapy and solution-focused techniques.

These approaches shape how sessions are run, while remaining adaptable to individual needs. Gordon welcomes straightforward questions about how therapy might fit into someone’s life. To begin, people use the site’s matching steps to connect and schedule sessions.

He communicates in English and works with clients within the United Kingdom.

How Gordon’s approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to you. It helps when someone needs a calm space to talk about anxiety, sexual concerns or questions of identity. Imago Relationship Therapy looks at how past experiences shape current relating and communication. It can be useful for intimacy issues and improving how people talk about difficult subjects. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, practical steps and what you want to achieve next rather than lengthy analysis.

Choosing the right approach is part of therapy. Gordon will work collaboratively to find what fits your goals, needs and preferences. Early sessions typically clarify concerns and try one or two methods to see what helps most, with the plan adapting as progress is made.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when bandwidth and time allow. Phone sessions can be simpler when you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging suit brief check-ins, flexible scheduling and ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family life and day-to-day routines.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Gordon help with?
He supports people with anxiety, stress and depression as well as sexual and intimacy-related issues. He also works with relationship difficulties, LGBT matters and life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Gordon uses a down-to-earth, non-judgemental approach that focuses on practical conversation. Sessions aim to be straightforward and tailored to what the person needs.
What experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with psychosexual and relationship concerns, including sexual problems and gender identity questions.
What credentials and location are listed?
His listed credential is NCPS and he practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently taking international clients.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
3 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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