Counsellor profile
Dr. George Baldwin, HCPC
Counsellor - anxiety and relationships
See online counselling options- HCPC registrant
- CBT and systemic
- 45 minute sessions
About George
Counsellor and HCPC registrant Dr. George Baldwin has six years' experience working in UK mental health services. He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, family concerns, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, parenting, self-esteem issues, bipolar and compassion fatigue. Sessions are presented plainly and are based on clinical assessment and formulation.
Dr Baldwin works from a practical, assessment-led position. He carries out an initial assessment and then builds a visual formulation with the person. That formulation highlights patterns in thoughts, feelings, behaviours and relationships and becomes the shared map for the work.
He uses a mix of evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a common element, focusing on noticing and changing thought and behaviour patterns. Systemic approaches are used where relationships and family interactions are central to the problems presented.
Therapy typically runs as regular 45 minute sessions. Treatment plans often include practice tasks between sessions, for example recording thoughts or trying alternative behaviours. Progress is reviewed against the agreed formulation and goals.
Dr Baldwin has worked in primary and secondary care, inpatient units and physical health clinics, and has experience with neurodiversity including Autism spectrum conditions and attention differences. He also provides clinical supervision to other psychological professionals. Sessions are delivered in English and international clients are accepted. Booking begins via an online matching questionnaire and scheduling process.
How therapeutic approaches work online
Dr Baldwin commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test out new behaviours. CBT can help with anxiety, low mood, panic and sleep problems.He also draws on Systemic therapy when relationships and family patterns are central. This looks at how interactions between people keep problems going and helps identify different ways of relating.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client will discuss needs, goals and preferences and agree what to try first. The formulation is reviewed over time and the plan can change if something is not helping.
The profile does not specify session formats, so please confirm the available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, childcare or travel. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or sessions that do not require video if that helps someone manage concentration or bandwidth.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, depression, addictions, trauma and sleep problems among other issues.
What style of therapy does he use?
Work is assessment-led and formulation-based. Sessions focus on identifying patterns and agreeing practical steps to change thoughts, behaviours and relationships.
What background and experience does he have?
He has six years' experience in UK primary and secondary care, inpatient settings and physical health clinics, and has worked with a broad range of clinical presentations.
Which professional body is he registered with?
He is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, shown as HCPC.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.