Counsellor profile
Gordon Birnie, NCPS
Counsellor - relationships and sexual health
See online counselling options- Client-Centred Therapy
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Gordon
Counsellor, NCPS. Gordon Birnie has three years' experience working in the United Kingdom and supports people with relationship and sexual concerns as well as common mental health issues.
He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. He also supports those facing intimacy-related problems, sexual difficulties, and a range of sexuality questions including LGBT and gender identity matters. Relationship matters such as communication, attachment and non-monogamous arrangements are part of his work.
Gordon uses client-centred methods that focus on the person's own perspective and priorities. He also draws on Imago approaches for relationship work and solution-focused ideas to help set short-term goals. Sessions aim to be practical and straightforward, with the person deciding what to focus on.
His described style is down-to-earth and non-judgemental. He works with issues such as process and sex addictions, BDSM and kink culture, sexual dysfunction, and men's issues alongside general life changes and career concerns. He also lists multicultural concerns and feelings of guilt or shame among his areas of focus.
Sessions are conducted in English and he does not take international clients. For people in the UK considering counselling, Gordon asks prospective clients to use the online matching process and schedule an initial appointment if they want to proceed.
How Gordon uses talking approaches in online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and the person's own perspective. The counsellor reflects what the client says and helps them find their own priorities; this can suit people dealing with stress, anxiety or sexual concerns. Imago Relationship Therapy looks at how past patterns affect current partnerships and offers structured dialogue techniques to improve communication and connection. Solution-Focused Therapy aims to identify small, practical steps and clearer goals for change, often useful for short-term issues or when someone wants concrete progress.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. Gordon will discuss what matters to the person, try approaches that match their goals, and adapt the way they work as sessions continue. The aim is to choose methods based on needs, preferences and what feels useful in practice.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so please confirm the current options before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a daily routine, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule. Some formats also use less bandwidth or avoid video if someone prefers a phone-only meeting. Confirm the available session types when you arrange the first appointment.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he support?
He supports stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and a range of sexual and sexuality concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He works in a down-to-earth, non-judgemental way using client-centred listening alongside Imago and solution-focused ideas.
How long has he been practising?
He has three years of professional experience working with these kinds of concerns.
Which professional body is shown?
His listed credential is NCPS as provided in his profile.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and 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.