George Lawson

(LCSW)

About Me

I am a licensed clinical social worker in Arizona and have provided counseling services to a culturally diverse population for more than 25 years. I have worked in private practice in an office setting with individuals, couples and families. I have also worked with the Department of Veterans Affairs in out-patient mental health, the DHHS/Indian Health Service in social services covering the pediatric, adult and OB/GYN wards and the DoD/Army in their family advocacy program. I have spent many years working with individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, anger, marital/partner and grief issues. I respectfully work in collaboration with my clients from a totally non-judgmental perspective. My goal is serve in the role of counselor, adviser, educator and positive resource to assist in the resolution of troubling issues that are negatively impacting one's life and impeding progress toward a happier, more productive existence. My theoretical base is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with the flexibility of employing other treatment modalities as they fit a client's needs. We are all unique and seek peace of mind in our own way. Sometimes we lose our way. That's when it's time to reach out for answers. I'm here to assist and work with you when you are ready. Your confidentiality, safety and joyfulness are my primary concerns.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Addictions , Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Compassion fatigue
Years of Experience: 28

Services Offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

LCSW #LCSW - 3505 (Expires: 2023-01-31)

Reviews

Written by L.Y. on Mar 20, 2021 after counseling with george for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd

George has been a lifesaver and I cannot even begin to express how thoughtful, helpful, and kind he is. I am truly so grateful for him. If I could give him a rating of 10000000 I would!

Written by O.D. on Mar 18, 2021 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

he’s a great therapist and makes me understand what i am struggling with will soon be over.

Written by K.Y. on Nov 22, 2020 after counseling with george for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue

George is great! Good at asking intuitive questions that support the session and help personal growth. Gentle but appropriately firm demeanor that contributes to a feeling of stability and comfort while speaking. Can't wait to have my sessions!

Written by F.E. on Nov 17, 2020 after counseling with george for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

George has helped me through a very tough time. He is very observant and insightful, a very patient listener, and full of great insights. I'm very glad to have found George and I am looking forward to working with him in the future. He has managed to help me get to a much better place mentally and I can't thank him enough.

Written by A.L. on Oct 30, 2020 after counseling with george for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coaching

George has been fantastic. I'm difficult, and he's done everything he can do make me feel supported.

Written by B.R. on Sep 17, 2020 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse

He's a awesome guy! He really listens and offers support!

Written by E.M. on Sep 10, 2020 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd

Very compassionate, understanding and insightful

Written by A.M. on Aug 06, 2020 after counseling with george for 3 weeks

George is great and I wish I discovered him years ago.

Written by J.E. on Jul 19, 2020 after counseling with george for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem

I have seen a difference in myself since starting therapy. But the BEST compliment I ever get is "you look calmer. More at peace and definitely less angry." George is amazing and really knows how to help me through tough times.

I rave about BH to everyone who asks me about it

Written by T.A. on Jun 17, 2020 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and

Mr Lawson has done a lot in supporting me, I feel a lot better after speaking with him!

Thank you Mr. Lawson,
Motivation takes action which enforces motivation!

Written by N.O. on Jun 12, 2020 after counseling with george for 2 weeks

We have had just one session with George. It was a get to know you session. Just beginning. He listened and was willing to help sort us out. We look forward to working with George.

Written by K.I. on Feb 13, 2020 after counseling with george for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

George is amazing. He is kind, knowledgeable and so very helpful. I worried about what the experience would be like as I have never worked with a therapist. He completely put me at ease, and jumped right in and started working with me. He also accommodated my schedule, which was truly wonderful. I can't say enough about my experience. Thank you!!

Written by T.I. on Nov 18, 2019 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

George makes it clear that he cares about what I'm going through. He is supportive, kind, and easy to talk to. He is active with my counseling and I truly feel like I can message him whenever I need to, and he will respond in a prompt manner. We have only worked with each other for a short time, but I can tell that more counseling with him will be a great benefit in my life. I am so grateful for this experience.

Written by L.U. on Oct 01, 2019 after counseling with george for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

George Lawson is a great counselor and I feel as though I am heard and listened to.

Written by I.R. on Sep 06, 2019 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and anger management

Really insightful person and it has been such a great experience.

Written by K.E. on Aug 27, 2019 after counseling with george for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem

George is fantastic, he does a great job!!!

Written by K.A. on Aug 16, 2019 after counseling with george for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and adhd

George was the first counselor I was matched with and I absolutely love him! He takes the time to understand me and my concerns while being professional. I feel very comfortable talking about any concerns with him.

Written by P.A. on Jul 13, 2019 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues

I’ve already mentioned to a couple of friends/family that I love the ease and autonomy of not sitting in someone’s office. George seemed intuitive and gave me some insight as to my Ex ‘s behavior and why things may be for the best.

Written by J.B. on Jul 07, 2019 after counseling with george for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions

George is kind and really cares. He has really come to help me understand myself better. He is empowering. And that’s just what I needed in my life.

Written by B.E. on Jun 21, 2019 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem

He's great! I'm very happy I got him because he's helping me grow as a person and learn how to manage myself in a healthier manner.

Written by M.A. on Apr 03, 2019 after counseling with george for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

He's a good guy who has been serving people for a long time.

Written by I.V. on Nov 09, 2018 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

George listens and engages. He gives me some great tips on reaching my goals. He is very responsive and accommodating.

Written by M.I. on Nov 04, 2018 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties

I have seen many counselors over the years, and though some have been better than others, George definitely ranks among the best. He has helped me in so many ways, but I what I most appreciate if his honest approach at all times, along with specific actions items at the end of each session to help me build upon what we talked about during our discussion.

Written by J.E. on Oct 11, 2018 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem

He such a very easy person to talk to. I feel instant relief when I open up to him about things on my mind and always listens and gives great feedback, I would strongly recommend him.

Written by D.A. on Sep 28, 2018 after counseling with george for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties

George has been very help, accommodating, and forthright with information.

Written by R.O. on Sep 21, 2018 after counseling with george for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Working through my mental issues with George has been great. Often it seems we’re just having a great conversation that’s helping me clear my head of things that would be difficult to happen in such a focused format outside of the counseling. Then the biggest benefit comes after almost every session - I end up with a take away gem that helps me make real progress on my own.

Written by V.I. on Aug 18, 2018 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and sleeping

George is fantastic. He's the life-line I've been looking for.

Written by J.E. on Jul 25, 2018 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and anger

From the moment I started seeing George, I felt like someone had my back and was on my side. Not because he just agrees with everything I say, because he tells me hard truths if that's what is needed. For the first time, I feel like I have a cheerleader encouraging me and most of all understanding me.

Written by L.I. on May 21, 2018 after counseling with george for 7 months on issues concerning addictions, and sleeping

George has been a lifesaver for me. He handles my issues and me with patience, humor and wisdom. I appreciate his ability to listen, and his advice in helping me with a variety of problems. I would recommend him to anyone in need of assistance, doled out with compassion, and just the right amount of accountability.

Written by A.R. on May 04, 2018 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping, self esteem, career, and bipolar

Very supportive and listens very well.

Written by D.E. on Apr 30, 2018 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related, eating, sleeping, self esteem, and career

George Lawson is amazing and extremely helpful. He listens to everything you have to say and gives his opinion on the subject matter. He is kind and gentle and I would recommend him to anyone suffering emotional distress from a relationship.

Written by G.A. on Feb 28, 2018 after counseling with george for 2 months on issues concerning relationship, intimacy-related, and self esteem

I’ve seen George for 3 months for a variety of relationship and life problems. He has been a huge help in helping me come to my own conclusions, He balances compassion and understanding with thoughtful challenges. I respect his wisdom and appreciate his experienced yet casual attitude.

Written by J.A. on Feb 09, 2018 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family, eating, and bipolar

George is just what I needed. I love the worksheets he gives me and the support he provides.

Written by .. on Jan 03, 2018 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger

I have only begun my journey with George, but he has already helped see things in a different light. I can’t wait to continue our journey and see what else George can teach me.

Written by K.E. on Dec 13, 2017 after counseling with george for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family, parenting, self esteem, and career

George has been simply phenomenal with his insight and support. He takes the time to explain his perspective and help me understand my own.

Written by S.A. on Nov 23, 2017 after counseling with george for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety

George has been incredibly helpful to me in allowing me to tackle my anxiety. Non-judgemental, practical, always getting to the route of my long ramblings, and with lots of fantastic ideas of how to change my outlook in a positive way.

Written by K.A. on Oct 26, 2017 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem

George is a fantastic counselor. He does a great job of helping me work through my issues in my own way. Our sessions are meaningful and I always walk away with new strategies and ways to help me manage my feelings. He has a humorous, insightful approach that makes him my favorite counselor that I've worked with.

Written by S.H. on Oct 11, 2017 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, and trauma and abuse

George Lawson is wonderful. He is very flexible. He listens attentively and offers various viewpoints and suggestions. He is supportive and understanding. I highly recommend him.

Written by S.A. on Sep 08, 2017 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family

I have had several different counsellors in my life, but never has anyone connected with me like George has. He is so intelligent & thorough, I feel like I can talk to him about anything and he will help me work through it. It has been so nice to have someone to talk to that really understands me & is not judgemental. Thank you George!

Written by K.R. on Sep 04, 2017 after counseling with george for 4 months on issues concerning relationship

George has been the most responsive counselor I've ever met. He is understanding and offers poignant insight on situations. He could not come more recommended!

Written by B.Y. on Aug 25, 2017 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, self esteem, and anger

George has been frank, honest, and has the habit of being insightful at a time when clarity is needed most.

Written by J.E. on Jul 19, 2017 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related, and self esteem

So far, I feel he has heard my concerns. I feel that I can trust him to guide me on my issues. Thank you for your support, George!

Written by A. . on Jul 18, 2017 after counseling with george for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship, and self esteem

George Lawson has worked with me on several issues concerning personal relationships. He is quite tuned into where I'm coming from and how I need to be helped. His answers aren't auto-responses. They seem to be well-connected and useful. I highly recommend Mr. Lawson.

Written by K.A. on Jul 15, 2017 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

George always responds quickly and offers a variety of options to connect with him. He has the experience to help me and listens well. He offers great advice and suggestions, and is very caring and compassionate.

Written by R.I. on Jul 13, 2017 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family, intimacy-related, parenting, self esteem, and career

George is definitely a life saver!! Within a couple minutes I feel like a totally different person ready to conquer the world with his down to earth and practical advice.

Written by J.A. on Jul 11, 2017 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, trauma and abuse, eating, sleeping, self esteem, anger, and career

My counselor is very attentive, communicative, and respectful. He is down to earth and easy to talk to. I would recommend BetterHelp and George to others.

Written by C.H. on Jun 23, 2017 after counseling with george for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, intimacy-related, self esteem, and anger

George has been absolutely wonderful and very patient. I have appreciated our sessions and will continue to use this service!

Written by M.A. on Jun 04, 2017 after counseling with george for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

George is a wonderful listener and a very good counselor. I really enjoy talking with him and I always feel listened to.

Written by E.S. on May 30, 2017 after counseling with george for 2 months on issues concerning self esteem, and career

George is down to earth and a good communicator.

Written by C.H. on May 27, 2017 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related, and self esteem

George is helpful and quick to respond. I appreciate that he is deeply committed to a non-judgemental approach. I am at a point in which it is helpful to be encouraged, with occasional suggestions, while being trusted with my own intuition and inner resources to process and make decisions myself. I've noticed improvement in my mood and ability to treat myself kindly since working with him.

Written by J.E. on May 26, 2017 after counseling with george for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, and intimacy-related

George has been a kind and open listener for me through some confusing and discouraging times. He asks challenging questions, which I need to learn how to answer. He has been a great resource to me and I am very grateful for his time, compassion, and objective advice.

Written by C.H. on May 23, 2017 after counseling with george for 1 month on issues concerning depression

From the start of our counseling sessions, George was very hospitable and professional. As someone who had never been in a counseling situation before, he made it very easy to not only express myself, but to address and analyze things I had never talked to anyone else about. His kindness, demeanor, and realism set the stage for very productive and rather fun conversations. In the end, I came out feeling a thousand times better about myself on a personal and emotional level, having finally found certain answers I had been searching for.

Written by L.A. on May 15, 2017 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship, and trauma and abuse

I started counselling a month ago with George. He is very responsive and non-judgemental. I felt like this was a good place to ventilate my thoughts and after just a month I am feeling much better about everything I was feeling miserable about. I would definitely recommend BetterHelp and George to anyone. This service is also very good in the way that you can write your thoughts at any time instead of waiting for a formal session and forgetting half of them.

Written by D.E. on Apr 05, 2017 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related

I like George Lawson. He seems down to earth, practical and caring. I look forward to talk with him.

Written by S.T. on Apr 03, 2017 after counseling with george for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, and grief

I started out being skeptical of the on-line counseling, but due to the convenience, I thought I'd give it a try. Much to my surprise, In just a few sessions George has been immensely helpful in listening (via computer) and advising. I quickly came to trust him. He did offer me the option to Skype rather than keyboard, but I find I have time to think a bit more and I'm greatly satisfied with this process.