Self Esteem Counselling in Ilkeston
I work with adults of all ages who experience challenge and overwhelm in their lives. Whether you are going through something new or you have been feeling this way for a while, I am here and wanting to support you.
My areas of work include: family issues; relationship problems; shame; trauma; sexual difficulties; chronic pain; anxiety; depression; self-esteem issues; personality disorders; infertility; abuse; loss; bullying; and neglect.
I work with adults of all ages who experience challenge and overwhelm in their lives. Whether you are going through something new or you have been feeling this way for a while, I am here and wanting to support you.
My areas of work include: family issues; relationship problems; shame; trauma; sexual difficulties; chronic pain; anxiety; depression; self-esteem issues; personality disorders; infertility; abuse; loss; bullying; and neglect.
Lack of purpose and meaning in your life. Is anxiety, depression, or poor mental health holding you back from living a fuller, more meaningful, happier life. Together we can learn how to break free from the pain. My goal is always to understand you and to know how it feels to walk in your shoes. Using a dynamic approach, tailored to you and your needs, we will explore your experience together. I practice how I live, authentically and with honesty. My approach to therapy is relational. Healing occurs within the therapeutic relationship and through effective strategies that address whatever is holding you back.
Lack of purpose and meaning in your life. Is anxiety, depression, or poor mental health holding you back from living a fuller, more meaningful, happier life. Together we can learn how to break free from the pain. My goal is always to understand you and to know how it feels to walk in your shoes. Using a dynamic approach, tailored to you and your needs, we will explore your experience together. I practice how I live, authentically and with honesty. My approach to therapy is relational. Healing occurs within the therapeutic relationship and through effective strategies that address whatever is holding you back.
Hello my name is Debra. Would you like a quiet and relaxed space where you can begin to explore whatever is on your mind. I am committed to providing confidentiality and empathy in a non-judgmental and safe environment to help you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences and feel empowered in your chosen way forward. Counselling can help with many problems such as anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, disability, life stages, changes and adjustments and help with self-esteem and confidence feelings and other personal issues. I qualified as a Counsellor in 2003 and work in a person centred way.
Hello my name is Debra. Would you like a quiet and relaxed space where you can begin to explore whatever is on your mind. I am committed to providing confidentiality and empathy in a non-judgmental and safe environment to help you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences and feel empowered in your chosen way forward. Counselling can help with many problems such as anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, disability, life stages, changes and adjustments and help with self-esteem and confidence feelings and other personal issues. I qualified as a Counsellor in 2003 and work in a person centred way.
Sometimes it’s hard to know where to turn, life can feel very overwhelming and exhausting. It can be lots of wee things or a big life change and sometimes we just can’t put our finger on it. What we do know is that we’ve had enough, we want to enjoy life and relationships and bring more lightness and laughter into the everyday. Maybe work is getting us down or family and relationships. How good would it be to feel more at ease? In therapy we can explore together to find a way through the fog.
Sometimes it’s hard to know where to turn, life can feel very overwhelming and exhausting. It can be lots of wee things or a big life change and sometimes we just can’t put our finger on it. What we do know is that we’ve had enough, we want to enjoy life and relationships and bring more lightness and laughter into the everyday. Maybe work is getting us down or family and relationships. How good would it be to feel more at ease? In therapy we can explore together to find a way through the fog.
Psychotherapy with Chloe, Womens Trauma Specialist
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Ilkeston DE7
I help women and girls who are experiencing anxiety, trauma symptoms and depression. I specialise in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Art Therapy with over 11+ years of experience in the NHS, charity and private sector. I offer tailored support that acknowledges and honours the complexity of women's experiences, fostering an environment of trust, healing, and empowerment. I specialise in trauma, birth trauma, perinatal issues, abuse, and neglect. I am passionate about working with women to help them understand and process the root cause of the issues, enabling them to tap into their strengths and empowerment.
I help women and girls who are experiencing anxiety, trauma symptoms and depression. I specialise in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Art Therapy with over 11+ years of experience in the NHS, charity and private sector. I offer tailored support that acknowledges and honours the complexity of women's experiences, fostering an environment of trust, healing, and empowerment. I specialise in trauma, birth trauma, perinatal issues, abuse, and neglect. I am passionate about working with women to help them understand and process the root cause of the issues, enabling them to tap into their strengths and empowerment.
Hi, I'm Liz and I work with children and young people at Jacaranda Therapy as an Accredited Play and Creative Arts Therapist. Childhood and adolescence can be really difficult for a number of reasons, and play therapy and creative arts counselling is an amazing way to help young people explore and express their emotions in a safe space, and find healthy coping mechanisms to help them in the future so that they can thrive and have the best outcomes possible. I use an integrative, holistic approach where young people have a choice of mediums to use including paint, sand, lego, clay, puppets, role play, sensory activities, books.
Hi, I'm Liz and I work with children and young people at Jacaranda Therapy as an Accredited Play and Creative Arts Therapist. Childhood and adolescence can be really difficult for a number of reasons, and play therapy and creative arts counselling is an amazing way to help young people explore and express their emotions in a safe space, and find healthy coping mechanisms to help them in the future so that they can thrive and have the best outcomes possible. I use an integrative, holistic approach where young people have a choice of mediums to use including paint, sand, lego, clay, puppets, role play, sensory activities, books.
Hi I’m Simon, I support others through the challenges and difficulties that life can bring. I understand the thought of starting therapy can feel uncomfortable, having experienced this myself, I have trodden the path of personal therapy too. I wish to make the counselling experience as inviting, safe and comfortable as I can for you. I offer a confidential space for you to explore personal challenges, a space where you will be valued, not judged, and listened to, creating a foundation for growth and change.
Hi I’m Simon, I support others through the challenges and difficulties that life can bring. I understand the thought of starting therapy can feel uncomfortable, having experienced this myself, I have trodden the path of personal therapy too. I wish to make the counselling experience as inviting, safe and comfortable as I can for you. I offer a confidential space for you to explore personal challenges, a space where you will be valued, not judged, and listened to, creating a foundation for growth and change.
With the many unexpected twists and turns that life can take, it is very easy to feel overwhelmed and lost amongst it all. It can feel that in trying to work through life's many challenges we have forgotten our sense of who we are and lost our confidence in the direction our life is taking. We might seem to be a doing a good job of keeping everything going on the surface, but deep down there is a sense of being out at sea with no solid ground to stand on. This can feel a very isolating and bewlidering experience.
With the many unexpected twists and turns that life can take, it is very easy to feel overwhelmed and lost amongst it all. It can feel that in trying to work through life's many challenges we have forgotten our sense of who we are and lost our confidence in the direction our life is taking. We might seem to be a doing a good job of keeping everything going on the surface, but deep down there is a sense of being out at sea with no solid ground to stand on. This can feel a very isolating and bewlidering experience.
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Lauren Wright | ADHD and Autism Online Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m Lauren! An online therapist with 7 years’ experience, focused on making therapy feel realistic and genuinely useful. Feel free to email or visit my website for info.
I am currently full, but one slot will be free in around 6 weeks - free intro calls still available.
I’m a BABCP-accredited CBT psychotherapist, specialising in neurodivergent support, especially ADHD and autism. I work with people aged 16+, offering practical, affirming therapy tailored to how your brain actually works!
You might be navigating anxiety, low mood, OCD, self-esteem issues, or just trying to survive in a world that isn’t built for your brain.
Hi, I’m Lauren! An online therapist with 7 years’ experience, focused on making therapy feel realistic and genuinely useful. Feel free to email or visit my website for info.
I am currently full, but one slot will be free in around 6 weeks - free intro calls still available.
I’m a BABCP-accredited CBT psychotherapist, specialising in neurodivergent support, especially ADHD and autism. I work with people aged 16+, offering practical, affirming therapy tailored to how your brain actually works!
You might be navigating anxiety, low mood, OCD, self-esteem issues, or just trying to survive in a world that isn’t built for your brain.
I'm a warm, compassionate and relatable therapist able to listen and offer different integrative perspectives. My clients value my gentle challenge & interaction. 15+ yrs experience. I work with couples, individuals, parents, young people & children. Long or short term counselling around your emotional wellbeing, resilience and relationship with your self or others. I work with a range of issues, some of which are self-esteem and confidence, anxiety, depression, identity, the impact of the past, infidelity & trust, communication, arguing, the impact of sexual abuse, shame and anger amongst many others.
I'm a warm, compassionate and relatable therapist able to listen and offer different integrative perspectives. My clients value my gentle challenge & interaction. 15+ yrs experience. I work with couples, individuals, parents, young people & children. Long or short term counselling around your emotional wellbeing, resilience and relationship with your self or others. I work with a range of issues, some of which are self-esteem and confidence, anxiety, depression, identity, the impact of the past, infidelity & trust, communication, arguing, the impact of sexual abuse, shame and anger amongst many others.
My name is Valeriia, and I am a qualified psychotherapist with a profound passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and uncover their inner strength. My experience spans working with people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds, allowing me to connect with clients in meaningful and supportive ways. You might wonder, “Can you fix me?” My answer is no—because there is nothing about you that needs fixing. I believe each person is inherently unique, and sometimes we simply need a safe, supportive space to express what’s on our minds. As your therapist, I am dedicated to providing that space for you.
My name is Valeriia, and I am a qualified psychotherapist with a profound passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and uncover their inner strength. My experience spans working with people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds, allowing me to connect with clients in meaningful and supportive ways. You might wonder, “Can you fix me?” My answer is no—because there is nothing about you that needs fixing. I believe each person is inherently unique, and sometimes we simply need a safe, supportive space to express what’s on our minds. As your therapist, I am dedicated to providing that space for you.
Supporting all ages in navigating life's changes and self-esteem challenges
You might be feeling overwhelmed — juggling responsibilities, navigating relationships, or just carrying a constant undercurrent of anxiety or self-doubt. Maybe past experiences still affect you in ways you’re only beginning to notice. If you’re finding it hard to feel grounded or at ease, therapy can offer the space to pause, reflect, and reconnect. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Sometimes, it’s simply about having a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you make sense of what’s going on day-to-day.
Supporting all ages in navigating life's changes and self-esteem challenges
You might be feeling overwhelmed — juggling responsibilities, navigating relationships, or just carrying a constant undercurrent of anxiety or self-doubt. Maybe past experiences still affect you in ways you’re only beginning to notice. If you’re finding it hard to feel grounded or at ease, therapy can offer the space to pause, reflect, and reconnect. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Sometimes, it’s simply about having a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you make sense of what’s going on day-to-day.
Our team offers extensive experience working within areas including:
- Eating disorders
- Addictions
- Grief
- Anxiety
- Attachment
- Neurodiversity
- Sexuality and gender (LGBTQ+)
- Self esteem
- Asylum seekers.
Our team consists of two dedicated psychotherapists:
A fully qualified psychotherapist with a master’s degree and four years of experience in supporting individuals with eating disorders (£45 per session); and a trainee counsellor currently undertaking a master’s degree, offering sessions at a reduced rate (£25 per session).
Our team offers extensive experience working within areas including:
- Eating disorders
- Addictions
- Grief
- Anxiety
- Attachment
- Neurodiversity
- Sexuality and gender (LGBTQ+)
- Self esteem
- Asylum seekers.
Our team consists of two dedicated psychotherapists:
A fully qualified psychotherapist with a master’s degree and four years of experience in supporting individuals with eating disorders (£45 per session); and a trainee counsellor currently undertaking a master’s degree, offering sessions at a reduced rate (£25 per session).
You might struggle with mood, relationships, self esteem or feel you don't fit in or belong.
At the heart of my practice is the emphasis on building a warm, safe and empathic therapeutic relationship based on acceptance and trust within a non judgemental and nurturing environment. I offer a safe space for you to explore your emotions to what is happening, or what has happened in your life and how this is affecting you in the present. I believe you are the expert of you and have all the capabilities to find your own way through your problems with my support, to build confidence within and facilitate personal growth.
You might struggle with mood, relationships, self esteem or feel you don't fit in or belong.
At the heart of my practice is the emphasis on building a warm, safe and empathic therapeutic relationship based on acceptance and trust within a non judgemental and nurturing environment. I offer a safe space for you to explore your emotions to what is happening, or what has happened in your life and how this is affecting you in the present. I believe you are the expert of you and have all the capabilities to find your own way through your problems with my support, to build confidence within and facilitate personal growth.
I run a successful private practice in Beeston in Nottinghamshire and work relationally and empathically with people from all walks of life. I am a qualified Clinical Supervisor offering individual and group Supervision. If you’re facing distressing or traumatic experiences, I can support you explore your thoughts and feelings to make sense of what's going on and consider how things can change. I work on a short or longer term basis. I know that, sometimes, talking can be difficult; our unconscious thoughts get in the way of change and I’m able to offer body or creative therapeutic solutions as well.
I run a successful private practice in Beeston in Nottinghamshire and work relationally and empathically with people from all walks of life. I am a qualified Clinical Supervisor offering individual and group Supervision. If you’re facing distressing or traumatic experiences, I can support you explore your thoughts and feelings to make sense of what's going on and consider how things can change. I work on a short or longer term basis. I know that, sometimes, talking can be difficult; our unconscious thoughts get in the way of change and I’m able to offer body or creative therapeutic solutions as well.
I'm a qualified integrative counsellor offering a calm, confidential space where you can speak freely, without judgment. I work with adults facing anxiety, low mood, trauma, or life’s everyday pressures. My approach is rooted in humanistic values—seeing you as the expert in your own life. I also work with survivors of sexual abuse at SAIL in Chesterfield. I believe healing happens through honest, compassionate connections. I offer a free call so you can ask questions and see if we’re a good fit.
I'm a qualified integrative counsellor offering a calm, confidential space where you can speak freely, without judgment. I work with adults facing anxiety, low mood, trauma, or life’s everyday pressures. My approach is rooted in humanistic values—seeing you as the expert in your own life. I also work with survivors of sexual abuse at SAIL in Chesterfield. I believe healing happens through honest, compassionate connections. I offer a free call so you can ask questions and see if we’re a good fit.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. It’s a deeply personal choice—and it matters that you feel safe, supported, and like you have a voice in the process. I believe therapy should be a collaborative journey, not something done to you, but with you. Together, we will work toward building the self-awareness and critical thinking that can help you navigate life with more clarity and confidence.
As a wife and mother of three, I understand the complexities of real life. I bring that grounded perspective into the therapy space, creating an experience that feels deeply respectful of your individual values and story.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. It’s a deeply personal choice—and it matters that you feel safe, supported, and like you have a voice in the process. I believe therapy should be a collaborative journey, not something done to you, but with you. Together, we will work toward building the self-awareness and critical thinking that can help you navigate life with more clarity and confidence.
As a wife and mother of three, I understand the complexities of real life. I bring that grounded perspective into the therapy space, creating an experience that feels deeply respectful of your individual values and story.
Using a blend of counselling approaches, coaching and hypnotherapy I have helped people successfully with confidence building, stress reduction, bereavement, relationship and family issues, relieving anxiety, low self esteem, low mood/depression, unwanted habits, fears, phobias, panic and issues associated with trauma in the past.
********Specialist in Anxiety and Stress!******** Hi my name is Danielle Hutchings and i am a Passionate and dedicated Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist, I can help you to take control of your life and focus on who and where you want to be. I am an accredited registrant with the National Counselling Society NCS and National Hypnotherapy society MHS. I have experience with a wide range of issues and offer counselling to adults and young people. I believe that everyone should be able to talk freely about their feelings without fear of judgement. I specialise in Anxiety and Stress, so don't suffer anymore get in touch.
Using a blend of counselling approaches, coaching and hypnotherapy I have helped people successfully with confidence building, stress reduction, bereavement, relationship and family issues, relieving anxiety, low self esteem, low mood/depression, unwanted habits, fears, phobias, panic and issues associated with trauma in the past.
********Specialist in Anxiety and Stress!******** Hi my name is Danielle Hutchings and i am a Passionate and dedicated Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist, I can help you to take control of your life and focus on who and where you want to be. I am an accredited registrant with the National Counselling Society NCS and National Hypnotherapy society MHS. I have experience with a wide range of issues and offer counselling to adults and young people. I believe that everyone should be able to talk freely about their feelings without fear of judgement. I specialise in Anxiety and Stress, so don't suffer anymore get in touch.
5 Star National Award Winning Specialist NLP Master Coach. Get back your MoJoe with Joe Roe (she/her) The Mental Health Coach. Shifting you from anxiety and stress to calm, confidence and happiness. Using a beautiful blend of coaching & NLP, working together to move you forward to achieve your goals with your mental health wealth, goal clarity, self belief, motivation, work, relationships and life style choices, cleaning up memories and phobias. Over 20 years coaching experience and 8 plus years in own private practice successfully coaching people just like you to live a calm, confident and happy life, full of purpose.
5 Star National Award Winning Specialist NLP Master Coach. Get back your MoJoe with Joe Roe (she/her) The Mental Health Coach. Shifting you from anxiety and stress to calm, confidence and happiness. Using a beautiful blend of coaching & NLP, working together to move you forward to achieve your goals with your mental health wealth, goal clarity, self belief, motivation, work, relationships and life style choices, cleaning up memories and phobias. Over 20 years coaching experience and 8 plus years in own private practice successfully coaching people just like you to live a calm, confident and happy life, full of purpose.
Hallo I’m Barbara - Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR Practitioner. You have taken an important step in looking for therapy. I am aware of the challenges you can face in therapy both from my own lived experience and also from working as a therapist. There are challenges but also so many rewards. I aim to provide a safe and supportive space to work together to change your thinking patterns and reduce the current distress you are feeling. I strongly believe in people moving on from difficult life events and developing positive self-esteem and getting the most out of life.
Hallo I’m Barbara - Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR Practitioner. You have taken an important step in looking for therapy. I am aware of the challenges you can face in therapy both from my own lived experience and also from working as a therapist. There are challenges but also so many rewards. I aim to provide a safe and supportive space to work together to change your thinking patterns and reduce the current distress you are feeling. I strongly believe in people moving on from difficult life events and developing positive self-esteem and getting the most out of life.
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Self Esteem Counsellors
When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?
When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.
What are the signs of low self-esteem?
Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.
What causes low self-esteem?
Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.
How can therapy improve self-esteem?
Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.