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Gordon Birnie

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Gordon Birnie

United Kingdom

Practical, non-judgemental psychosexual counselling

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  • Men's wellbeing focus
  • Sex and intimacy help
  • Relationship communication

About Gordon

Gordon Birnie is a psychosexual and relationship counsellor based in the United Kingdom. He has three years of professional experience and helps people with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship and intimacy concerns, and questions around sexuality and gender identity. He also offers support around men's wellbeing. Gordon aims to keep sessions down to earth and non-judgemental so clients can speak openly about what matters to them.

Gordon uses a straightforward, conversational style in sessions. He creates a calm space where people can talk through sexual problems, relationship struggles and worries about identity. He listens without rushing and focuses on practical steps clients can try between meetings.

His work draws on client-centred ideas that put the person's experience first. He also uses Imago approaches to help partners speak differently to one another, and solution-focused techniques to set clear, achievable goals. These methods are used to address things like intimacy problems, communication breakdowns, and coping with life changes.

Gordon has experience supporting LGBT concerns and people navigating gender identity. He also works with issues such as attachment difficulties, kink and BDSM matters, polyamory or non-monogamous relationships, and sexual dysfunction. He can help with process or sex-related addictions and the guilt or shame that sometimes follows these concerns.

He works in English and is registered with NCPS. To begin, readers can use the site's Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on understanding the person's experience and being listened to without judgement; online work using this approach aims to give space for honest talk and reflection. Imago Relationship Therapy concentrates on changing how partners speak and listen to one another, which can be used online to guide conversations and teach new communication patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy targets clear, short-term goals and small practical steps that clients can try between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy journey and will be a collaborative decision. The counsellor will discuss your goals and preferences and adapt methods that suit your situation. Together you can try an approach and adjust it if it does not feel helpful.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people keep therapy going while juggling work or family responsibilities, with tools and practical tasks recommended between meetings.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesDepression

Also works with

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCommunication problemsGuilt and shameLife purposeMen's issuesMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexuality

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyImago Relationship TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Gordon help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety and depression, plus relationship and intimacy concerns. Areas also include sexuality, gender identity, and men's wellbeing.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

The approach is down to earth and non-judgemental with an emphasis on listening. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer communication rather than lengthy theory.

What experience does he bring to sessions?

Gordon has three years of professional experience working in psychosexual and relationship counselling. That work has included supporting LGBT and gender identity concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for Gordon?

He is registered with NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and can international clients apply?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm the current session options before booking so you know whether online or face-to-face meetings are offered.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

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