George Coles, BACP
George Coles offers a practical, relational approach to therapy.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self Esteem
- +6 more
About George
George Coles offers a practical, relational approach to therapy. He aims to make the first steps feel manageable and straightforward. George communicates in plain language and focuses on what matters most to each person.
He trained in Contemporary Relational Counselling and holds a BACP credential, and he has three years of professional experience. He helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety and depression. He also supports people facing relationship concerns, low self esteem and difficulties around intimacy.
Background and approach
George uses approaches that pay attention to how people connect with others and with themselves. In sessions he listens, reflects and helps people spot patterns that cause pain. He also offers practical tools for coping with panic, low mood and life transitions.
Many people bring issues such as grief, family worries, fatherhood questions, loneliness or problems with communication. George works with these topics in clear steps, breaking bigger problems into manageable tasks. He helps clients build small changes that add up over time.
Sessions are conversational and focused on the client’s goals. George encourages people to set realistic aims and to try techniques between sessions. He aims for steady progress rather than quick fixes.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 395471 | October 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What George works with
Everything George lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Attachment issues
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Emptiness
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Postpartum depression
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches George lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
- Systemic Therapy
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Online support
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those aims. This is a collaborative process where adjustments are made if something does not feel helpful.
Online sessions can be carried out by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from different locations. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier when being on camera is not wanted. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer typing. These options give flexibility for people balancing work, family and other demands.
Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship worries, plus related issues such as grief, intimacy concerns and self esteem.
What style of therapy does he use?
He draws on attachment-based and client-centred approaches alongside cognitive behavioural and mindfulness techniques to suit each person.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional experience working with adults in the United Kingdom.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds a BACP credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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