Self Esteem Counselling in South West London
If you are lacking in confidence and self-worth, I can work with you to build self-awareness and respect.
I am a Post-Graduate in Psychotherapy and Counselling and an Accredited Member of BACP. My specialist training is in Psychotherapy with Coaching Skills (AC), CBT (Pesi), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (NHS) and Bereavement Counselling (WBS). I provide solution-focused short or longer term therapy according to need. I work face to face most often online.
If you are lacking in confidence and self-worth, I can work with you to build self-awareness and respect.
I am a Post-Graduate in Psychotherapy and Counselling and an Accredited Member of BACP. My specialist training is in Psychotherapy with Coaching Skills (AC), CBT (Pesi), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (NHS) and Bereavement Counselling (WBS). I provide solution-focused short or longer term therapy according to need. I work face to face most often online.
You might be feeling anxious or overwhelmed, struggling with low self-confidence, or caught in cycles of self-doubt and self-criticism.
Whether you’re feeling anxious, uncertain, or navigating challenges in your relationships, identity, or self-confidence, we can explore what’s happening at your own pace—developing greater self-understanding, building emotional resilience, and fostering a gentler, more compassionate relationship with yourself.
You might be feeling anxious or overwhelmed, struggling with low self-confidence, or caught in cycles of self-doubt and self-criticism.
Whether you’re feeling anxious, uncertain, or navigating challenges in your relationships, identity, or self-confidence, we can explore what’s happening at your own pace—developing greater self-understanding, building emotional resilience, and fostering a gentler, more compassionate relationship with yourself.
Everything from work, partners, relationships with family and friends or the lack of these things can bring anxiety, confusion, conflict and trigger feelings of fear, anger, jealousy, or low self-esteem.
I will help you to understand and work towards being able to express yourself from a place of authenticity by identifying the values, beliefs and feelings that you have picked up through life and exploring how your attitudes work for you but also against you, creating tension and keeping you stuck in unhelpful patterns of behaviour.
Everything from work, partners, relationships with family and friends or the lack of these things can bring anxiety, confusion, conflict and trigger feelings of fear, anger, jealousy, or low self-esteem.
I will help you to understand and work towards being able to express yourself from a place of authenticity by identifying the values, beliefs and feelings that you have picked up through life and exploring how your attitudes work for you but also against you, creating tension and keeping you stuck in unhelpful patterns of behaviour.
I work inclusively with all people in the exploration of personal and professional issues, relationships, low self-esteem, identity, diversity, addiction, compulsive behaviours, life transitions and trauma.
Clients describe me as warm, direct, intuitive, & creative, with a good sense of humour, offering gentle challenges when needed. My role is to collaborate with you to make sense of your experiences, uncover patterns, & build stronger connections with yourself and others. As feelings change, behaviours change. When behaviours change, relationships do too!
I work inclusively with all people in the exploration of personal and professional issues, relationships, low self-esteem, identity, diversity, addiction, compulsive behaviours, life transitions and trauma.
Clients describe me as warm, direct, intuitive, & creative, with a good sense of humour, offering gentle challenges when needed. My role is to collaborate with you to make sense of your experiences, uncover patterns, & build stronger connections with yourself and others. As feelings change, behaviours change. When behaviours change, relationships do too!
Many of the people I work with describe feeling stuck in patterns that leave them drained, saying yes when they want to say no, overthinking every little thing or feeling like their mind never switches off. Sometimes it's the opposite, feeling paralysed by indecision, stuck in procrastination and avoidance. Often there can be a background noise of persistent self-doubt or maybe guilt. Therapy might offer an opportunity to understand what’s really going on, not just the symptoms but the patterns, pressures and histories driving them. Sometimes this can be about making changes in our ways of thinking, feeling and behaving.
Many of the people I work with describe feeling stuck in patterns that leave them drained, saying yes when they want to say no, overthinking every little thing or feeling like their mind never switches off. Sometimes it's the opposite, feeling paralysed by indecision, stuck in procrastination and avoidance. Often there can be a background noise of persistent self-doubt or maybe guilt. Therapy might offer an opportunity to understand what’s really going on, not just the symptoms but the patterns, pressures and histories driving them. Sometimes this can be about making changes in our ways of thinking, feeling and behaving.
HCPC accredited Counselling Psychologist offering support in-person and online.
Many of the people I work with appear outwardly capable, yet privately struggle with exhaustion, self-doubt and a sense of not being good enough. They are often very self-critical, hold themselves to high standards and feel a pressure to keep everything together, particularly within demanding roles and relationships.
Therapy doesn’t need to begin in crisis. Often it starts when something feels off, even though life might look okay from the outside.
HCPC accredited Counselling Psychologist offering support in-person and online.
Many of the people I work with appear outwardly capable, yet privately struggle with exhaustion, self-doubt and a sense of not being good enough. They are often very self-critical, hold themselves to high standards and feel a pressure to keep everything together, particularly within demanding roles and relationships.
Therapy doesn’t need to begin in crisis. Often it starts when something feels off, even though life might look okay from the outside.
I am a qualified and registered Integrative Counsellor with many years experience working with those suffering from anxiety, depression, stress, adolescent issues, trauma, anger management, relationship problems and much more. I offer solution focused short-term counselling or long-term open ended psychotherapy. I work in a supportive, caring and non-judgemental manner and offer a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
I am a qualified and registered Integrative Counsellor with many years experience working with those suffering from anxiety, depression, stress, adolescent issues, trauma, anger management, relationship problems and much more. I offer solution focused short-term counselling or long-term open ended psychotherapy. I work in a supportive, caring and non-judgemental manner and offer a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Currently accepting new clients / My practice centers on all facets of relationships and sense of self: supporting you through feelings of loneliness and isolation, guiding past infidelity or jealousy, and addressing deeper issues like attachment styles, narcissism in family or work settings, self-esteem challenges and existential dilemma.
I specialise in helping you build more meaningful connections, heal from relational wounds, and rediscover your self-worth. I can help you navigate life’s existential deeper questions: meaning, choice, responsibility, and change, to find a way forward that aligns with who you are or who you aspire to be.
Currently accepting new clients / My practice centers on all facets of relationships and sense of self: supporting you through feelings of loneliness and isolation, guiding past infidelity or jealousy, and addressing deeper issues like attachment styles, narcissism in family or work settings, self-esteem challenges and existential dilemma.
I specialise in helping you build more meaningful connections, heal from relational wounds, and rediscover your self-worth. I can help you navigate life’s existential deeper questions: meaning, choice, responsibility, and change, to find a way forward that aligns with who you are or who you aspire to be.
My approach is warm and collaborative, supporting clients with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem to move toward greater confidence and calm.
The issues you bring are at the heart of my work. Together, we’ll focus on what you hope to achieve in therapy and build effective ways to cope with life’s challenges. My goal is to help you gain insight, strengthen resilience, and manage difficulties with confidence and independence.
My approach is warm and collaborative, supporting clients with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem to move toward greater confidence and calm.
The issues you bring are at the heart of my work. Together, we’ll focus on what you hope to achieve in therapy and build effective ways to cope with life’s challenges. My goal is to help you gain insight, strengthen resilience, and manage difficulties with confidence and independence.
I create a safe, non judgemental and empathetic space for you to bring your Anxiety, low self esteem and the story behind your current issues.
Life can get confusing and overwhelming at times. As we are the sum of all of our experiences; at times experiences from the past can contaminate the way we move through the world. Through my capacity to hold emotional pain in the space between us, we can co-create and new way of being. In essence, the safety and empathy I provide clients allows them to be in the Here and Now whilst holding lightly the There and Then.
I create a safe, non judgemental and empathetic space for you to bring your Anxiety, low self esteem and the story behind your current issues.
Life can get confusing and overwhelming at times. As we are the sum of all of our experiences; at times experiences from the past can contaminate the way we move through the world. Through my capacity to hold emotional pain in the space between us, we can co-create and new way of being. In essence, the safety and empathy I provide clients allows them to be in the Here and Now whilst holding lightly the There and Then.
Whether it’s being caught in endless worries and ‘what ifs’, having painful memories of difficult past experiences, or going through a transition that has you feeling a little lost, life has a way of throwing things at you that increase anxiety, low mood, demotivation and impact relationships. This might affect you physically, increasing stress and tension, disturbing your sleep and appetite or preventing you from living a life that feels aligned with what’s most important to you. At ABODE Therapy, our psychologists provide you with a safe, non-judgemental and encouraging space in which to understand and navigate a way out of this.
Whether it’s being caught in endless worries and ‘what ifs’, having painful memories of difficult past experiences, or going through a transition that has you feeling a little lost, life has a way of throwing things at you that increase anxiety, low mood, demotivation and impact relationships. This might affect you physically, increasing stress and tension, disturbing your sleep and appetite or preventing you from living a life that feels aligned with what’s most important to you. At ABODE Therapy, our psychologists provide you with a safe, non-judgemental and encouraging space in which to understand and navigate a way out of this.
Increased self knowledge and insight can be crucial in forming close and authentic relationships with others, often bringing higher self esteem as a result.
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, drawing from the unconscious processes of the psyche along with looking at how the past can influence the way we act in the present. Many factors from our varying past experiences can form how we deal with situations and difficulties in the present. I aim to provide clarity and awareness, easing the way forward.
Increased self knowledge and insight can be crucial in forming close and authentic relationships with others, often bringing higher self esteem as a result.
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, drawing from the unconscious processes of the psyche along with looking at how the past can influence the way we act in the present. Many factors from our varying past experiences can form how we deal with situations and difficulties in the present. I aim to provide clarity and awareness, easing the way forward.
Hello and welcome. As you are here, I believe you have already embarked on your journey in exploring what your needs are at this stage of your life and whether I can be of help as an integrative counsellor. I believe in the ability and inner strength of your unique self to fulfil your meaningful life and welcome clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures to a calm and empathetic space enabling you to deepen the understanding of you. Your therapy provides a confidential space for you to be heard and explore any difficulties that you may be experiencing without being judged. This may be how you relate to yourself and others.
Hello and welcome. As you are here, I believe you have already embarked on your journey in exploring what your needs are at this stage of your life and whether I can be of help as an integrative counsellor. I believe in the ability and inner strength of your unique self to fulfil your meaningful life and welcome clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures to a calm and empathetic space enabling you to deepen the understanding of you. Your therapy provides a confidential space for you to be heard and explore any difficulties that you may be experiencing without being judged. This may be how you relate to yourself and others.
If you're dealing with challenges like anxiety, low self-esteem, attachment issues, depression, or trauma, we'll navigate through them together.
I work best with people who feel ready to look inward, even if they feel uncertain, tired, or stuck. They may be adults or young adults navigating life shifts, anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or feelings that something just isn’t right. They value honesty and want to understand themselves better, not just “fix” things quickly.
Most often, they reach out when old ways of coping no longer work. They feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in repeating patterns, searching for calm, clarity, and a way to feel more grounded and true to themselves.
If you're dealing with challenges like anxiety, low self-esteem, attachment issues, depression, or trauma, we'll navigate through them together.
I work best with people who feel ready to look inward, even if they feel uncertain, tired, or stuck. They may be adults or young adults navigating life shifts, anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or feelings that something just isn’t right. They value honesty and want to understand themselves better, not just “fix” things quickly.
Most often, they reach out when old ways of coping no longer work. They feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in repeating patterns, searching for calm, clarity, and a way to feel more grounded and true to themselves.
Although engaging with a wide range of clients with differing presenting issues, my focus has been on working with clients with anxiety-related challenges, such as OCD, social anxiety, health anxiety, excessive worry and perfectionism, amongst others, all of which are often accompanied and perpetuated by low self-esteem and harsh, negative self-talk.
Hi, I’m Andrew. As a qualified psychotherapist, I offer a therapeutic environment where you can safely explore the issues that you are currently facing, without judgement, helping you to uncover a deeper understanding of the drivers behind your experience and new, positive ways to move towards a more balanced and fulfilling way of living.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I offer a blended approach to therapy, where I draw on different therapeutic perspectives to provide a personalised, tailored client-centred experience.
Although engaging with a wide range of clients with differing presenting issues, my focus has been on working with clients with anxiety-related challenges, such as OCD, social anxiety, health anxiety, excessive worry and perfectionism, amongst others, all of which are often accompanied and perpetuated by low self-esteem and harsh, negative self-talk.
Hi, I’m Andrew. As a qualified psychotherapist, I offer a therapeutic environment where you can safely explore the issues that you are currently facing, without judgement, helping you to uncover a deeper understanding of the drivers behind your experience and new, positive ways to move towards a more balanced and fulfilling way of living.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I offer a blended approach to therapy, where I draw on different therapeutic perspectives to provide a personalised, tailored client-centred experience.
Specialism areas: Couple Relationships (infidelity, communication barriers, emotional reactivity), Anxiety, Self Worth & Self Esteem, Complex Childhood Trauma, Depression.
Therapy can feel daunting at first, yet in my experience it is the most progressive approach to lasting change. It equips you with in-depth understanding and can effectively repair negative patterns to restore connection and support you into building meaningful and lasting change.
Specialism areas: Couple Relationships (infidelity, communication barriers, emotional reactivity), Anxiety, Self Worth & Self Esteem, Complex Childhood Trauma, Depression.
Therapy can feel daunting at first, yet in my experience it is the most progressive approach to lasting change. It equips you with in-depth understanding and can effectively repair negative patterns to restore connection and support you into building meaningful and lasting change.
Transform Your Journey with Expert Psychological Care! Welcome to my updated profile! A lot has evolved since my previous listing over ten years ago. I am a highly experienced Practitioner Psychologist with active HCPC registration and BPS chartership. Since 2018, I have served as the Head of Psychology at We Are Human Counselling Ltd, and with my wealth of experience, I also work as a Consultant Psychologist. With over ten years of post-qualification experience and ten years of educational expertise, I am committed to delivering the highest standard of psychological care.
Transform Your Journey with Expert Psychological Care! Welcome to my updated profile! A lot has evolved since my previous listing over ten years ago. I am a highly experienced Practitioner Psychologist with active HCPC registration and BPS chartership. Since 2018, I have served as the Head of Psychology at We Are Human Counselling Ltd, and with my wealth of experience, I also work as a Consultant Psychologist. With over ten years of post-qualification experience and ten years of educational expertise, I am committed to delivering the highest standard of psychological care.
People seek counselling and therapy for many reasons, some of which are clear and apparent, such as suffering with low self-esteem, anxiety, or the impact of infidelity in a relationship.
My approach is grounded in my training in relational Transactional Analysis (TA) psychotherapy. This means I am interested in how our past shapes us and continues to do so, perhaps out of awareness, in the present. In addition, TA has a number of tools that can help make sense of painful patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
People seek counselling and therapy for many reasons, some of which are clear and apparent, such as suffering with low self-esteem, anxiety, or the impact of infidelity in a relationship.
My approach is grounded in my training in relational Transactional Analysis (TA) psychotherapy. This means I am interested in how our past shapes us and continues to do so, perhaps out of awareness, in the present. In addition, TA has a number of tools that can help make sense of painful patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
Dr Marcelo Vieira Matias
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
South West London, London SW9
Marcelo integrates Gestalt therapy, Existential Phenomenology and EMDR into his practice, offering an integrative and tailored approach that addresses issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, identity, sexuality, relationships, career transitions, and workplace stress.
Many people come to therapy during times of burnout, loss, identity transition or emotional pain. When we feel stuck, disconnected or overwhelmed, these are often signs that something deeper is asking to be heard. By creating a space where your experience can be reflected on with care and honesty, I aim to support individuals and couples in reconnecting with clarity, agency and meaning in their lives.
My work is informed by my doctoral research on occupational burnout in gay men, which explored how gender, sexuality and workplace dynamics shape our emotional wellbeing and burnout recovery.
Marcelo integrates Gestalt therapy, Existential Phenomenology and EMDR into his practice, offering an integrative and tailored approach that addresses issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, identity, sexuality, relationships, career transitions, and workplace stress.
Many people come to therapy during times of burnout, loss, identity transition or emotional pain. When we feel stuck, disconnected or overwhelmed, these are often signs that something deeper is asking to be heard. By creating a space where your experience can be reflected on with care and honesty, I aim to support individuals and couples in reconnecting with clarity, agency and meaning in their lives.
My work is informed by my doctoral research on occupational burnout in gay men, which explored how gender, sexuality and workplace dynamics shape our emotional wellbeing and burnout recovery.
I’m Serena, an integrative psychotherapist with a psychoanalytic foundation. I am based in South West London, offering a safe, compassionate space for adults of all ages, including those in later life. Being fluent in English and Italian, I can support clients in either language.
I’m Serena, an integrative psychotherapist with a psychoanalytic foundation. I am based in South West London, offering a safe, compassionate space for adults of all ages, including those in later life. Being fluent in English and Italian, I can support clients in either language.
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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.