Self Esteem Counselling in Newcastle upon Tyne

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Kathryn Spence
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
3 Endorsed
I work with adults with trauma, OCD, attachment and relationship issues, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and neurodivergence-related challenges.
With 19 years’ plus experience, I offer a relaxed, supportive therapeutic relationship for both short- and long-term work. I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Therapist (Postgraduate Diploma), BACP-accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor specialising in Transactional Analysis, EMDR Therapist (Level 4), and hold a Certificate in Couples Counselling.
I work with adults with trauma, OCD, attachment and relationship issues, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and neurodivergence-related challenges.
With 19 years’ plus experience, I offer a relaxed, supportive therapeutic relationship for both short- and long-term work. I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Therapist (Postgraduate Diploma), BACP-accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor specialising in Transactional Analysis, EMDR Therapist (Level 4), and hold a Certificate in Couples Counselling.
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Ruby Aujla
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
I have great experience in helping individuals explore meaningful ways of living. Connecting to their authentic selves, whilst developing more authentic and meaningful relationships. I help individuals and couples to understand what is at the roots of their conflicts and dissatisfaction. Helping explore anger, rejection, disappointment and betrayal. Hot and cold relationships increase individuals insecurities. I help individuals understand what lies underneath their relationship choices, underneath repeated patterns, their fears of genuine intimacy and the dance of intimacy individuals and couples play out in their relationships.
I have great experience in helping individuals explore meaningful ways of living. Connecting to their authentic selves, whilst developing more authentic and meaningful relationships. I help individuals and couples to understand what is at the roots of their conflicts and dissatisfaction. Helping explore anger, rejection, disappointment and betrayal. Hot and cold relationships increase individuals insecurities. I help individuals understand what lies underneath their relationship choices, underneath repeated patterns, their fears of genuine intimacy and the dance of intimacy individuals and couples play out in their relationships.
0191 743 3239 View 0191 743 3239
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Jen Kerr
Counsellor, MUKCP
Are you in your 20s and feel like you are stuck, lost or unsure of yourself, when everyone else seems to have things figured out? I'm Jen, and I'm an accredited counsellor offering in-person psychotherapeutic counselling in Gosforth, Newcastle, on Saturdays. My practice is focused on supporting clients navigating life transitions when people are quite often trying to figure out who they are and what they want. These transitions may include leaving home or University, relationship difficulties, mid-life issues, bereavement, career transitions, major lifestyle changes, menopause, and retirement.
Are you in your 20s and feel like you are stuck, lost or unsure of yourself, when everyone else seems to have things figured out? I'm Jen, and I'm an accredited counsellor offering in-person psychotherapeutic counselling in Gosforth, Newcastle, on Saturdays. My practice is focused on supporting clients navigating life transitions when people are quite often trying to figure out who they are and what they want. These transitions may include leaving home or University, relationship difficulties, mid-life issues, bereavement, career transitions, major lifestyle changes, menopause, and retirement.
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Paul Grimmer
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
These might be difficulties like traumatic expereinces, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, loss and transitions.
I am trained in a number of therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and somatic interventions. I work in an integrated way drawing on these approaches to create an intervention that is suited to your individual needs and hopes for therapy.
These might be difficulties like traumatic expereinces, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, loss and transitions.
I am trained in a number of therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and somatic interventions. I work in an integrated way drawing on these approaches to create an intervention that is suited to your individual needs and hopes for therapy.
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Safe Space Psychology - Dr Stephanie Kelly
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with clients struggling with relational difficulties, trauma and other emotional and other psychological difficulties such as complex grief, low mood and anxiety. Working with male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise all therapeutic approaches to each individual client's specific needs. Over the years, I have worked in a wide variety of settings including acute and secure hospitals, community mental health services as well as in custodial settings with experience supporting adults, adolescents and families.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with clients struggling with relational difficulties, trauma and other emotional and other psychological difficulties such as complex grief, low mood and anxiety. Working with male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise all therapeutic approaches to each individual client's specific needs. Over the years, I have worked in a wide variety of settings including acute and secure hospitals, community mental health services as well as in custodial settings with experience supporting adults, adolescents and families.
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Dr Joanne Dixon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I'm Jo, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, CAT Practitioner and Supervisor. Lots of people struggle with their mental health at times and feel like they're not enough. Maybe you have a hard time liking yourself, find it hard to get your voice heard and feel like giving up trying or feel like it's only you struggling? We all have lots of messy feelings and I help people make sense of these. I love working alongside people to develop an understanding of what's gone on and how to make changes. I am experienced in been working with people with worry, mood, difficult relationship patterns, trauma and the effects these have on a person.
I'm Jo, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, CAT Practitioner and Supervisor. Lots of people struggle with their mental health at times and feel like they're not enough. Maybe you have a hard time liking yourself, find it hard to get your voice heard and feel like giving up trying or feel like it's only you struggling? We all have lots of messy feelings and I help people make sense of these. I love working alongside people to develop an understanding of what's gone on and how to make changes. I am experienced in been working with people with worry, mood, difficult relationship patterns, trauma and the effects these have on a person.
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I specialise in helping you understand and change repeating relational patterns so you can build healthier self-esteem and more balanced relationships.
I am a compassionate, genuine and down-to-earth therapist. I understand that starting therapy can feel daunting, so I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation to help you take that first step.
I specialise in helping you understand and change repeating relational patterns so you can build healthier self-esteem and more balanced relationships.
I am a compassionate, genuine and down-to-earth therapist. I understand that starting therapy can feel daunting, so I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation to help you take that first step.
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Lucy Brown
Counsellor, MBACP
I can support any individuals struggling with many different avenues within life, from finding a sense of purpose, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, symptoms of depression and anxiety, bereavement, childhood struggles or anyone seeking to find a safe place to talk and learn strategies to help.
Hello, My name is Lucy, I am a qualified counsellor and Senior Psychological well-being practitioner for IAPT. I work in an integrative modality meaning the therapy will be led by you and what you would like to focus on. I strongly believe we are the best experts on ourselves but can sometimes become lost along the way and can refind ourselves or answer questions in therapy. I work with different counselling modalities and adapt to what may be more appropriate for you. Additionally, I can implement guided self-help CBT to help with any difficulties in the present and to provide coping strategies/interventions
I can support any individuals struggling with many different avenues within life, from finding a sense of purpose, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, symptoms of depression and anxiety, bereavement, childhood struggles or anyone seeking to find a safe place to talk and learn strategies to help.
Hello, My name is Lucy, I am a qualified counsellor and Senior Psychological well-being practitioner for IAPT. I work in an integrative modality meaning the therapy will be led by you and what you would like to focus on. I strongly believe we are the best experts on ourselves but can sometimes become lost along the way and can refind ourselves or answer questions in therapy. I work with different counselling modalities and adapt to what may be more appropriate for you. Additionally, I can implement guided self-help CBT to help with any difficulties in the present and to provide coping strategies/interventions
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Photo of Jade Elliott - Walking with you, a nature-based counselling, Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
My ideal clients are often thoughtful, capable women who have spent years coping, adapting, and holding things together for others, sometimes at the cost of their own wellbeing. Many arrive feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in cycles of anxiety, burnout, or long-term stress. Some have been to therapy before and gained insight but found that lasting change was harder to maintain. They may understand their experiences intellectually, yet still feel stuck emotionally. Together we focus on slowing things down, rebuilding nervous system regulation, and creating sustainable ways to support wellbeing and recovery.
My ideal clients are often thoughtful, capable women who have spent years coping, adapting, and holding things together for others, sometimes at the cost of their own wellbeing. Many arrive feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in cycles of anxiety, burnout, or long-term stress. Some have been to therapy before and gained insight but found that lasting change was harder to maintain. They may understand their experiences intellectually, yet still feel stuck emotionally. Together we focus on slowing things down, rebuilding nervous system regulation, and creating sustainable ways to support wellbeing and recovery.
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Dr Kathleen Hass
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
3 Endorsed
I have a warm and empathetic approach, and a wealth of experience both in the NHS and in private practice working with adults, adolescents and children with a range of problems, including: anxiety; depression; trauma and PTSD; stress and burnout; obsessions and compulsions; relationship problems; Personality Disorder and emotional regulation; and, emotional difficulties associated with physical health problems. I regularly work with clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder, and learning disabilities.
I have a warm and empathetic approach, and a wealth of experience both in the NHS and in private practice working with adults, adolescents and children with a range of problems, including: anxiety; depression; trauma and PTSD; stress and burnout; obsessions and compulsions; relationship problems; Personality Disorder and emotional regulation; and, emotional difficulties associated with physical health problems. I regularly work with clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder, and learning disabilities.
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Gem Sheinman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
I work predominantly with queer, neurodivergent clients as I believe that it is essential to work with a therapist that understands your lived experience of being queer in a heteronormative and neurotypical world. I am always clear about the boundaries of my competence, and will let you know in the assessment session if I believe that I can be a useful and enriching therapist for you.
I work predominantly with queer, neurodivergent clients as I believe that it is essential to work with a therapist that understands your lived experience of being queer in a heteronormative and neurotypical world. I am always clear about the boundaries of my competence, and will let you know in the assessment session if I believe that I can be a useful and enriching therapist for you.
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Bea Rodriguez
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Low self-worth, shame and Complex PTSD.
I’m a psychodynamic and person-centred counsellor based in Jesmond. I offer a calm, nurturing space to explore life challenges, deepen self-understanding, and make sense of past and present experiences so you can find your own way forward..
Low self-worth, shame and Complex PTSD.
I’m a psychodynamic and person-centred counsellor based in Jesmond. I offer a calm, nurturing space to explore life challenges, deepen self-understanding, and make sense of past and present experiences so you can find your own way forward..
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Stephanie Radford
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Hi, I'm Stephanie, and I'd like to help you experience a more fulfilling life. At the moment, there is so much emphasis and pressure on people to achieve and be productive every day, to strive towards visible high standards constantly, to the point of exhaustion. Are you highly critical of yourself? Do you find yourself unable to try new things in case you fail? Do you focus on ways to improve things about yourself that other people can see & validate - your appearance, your body shape, your job, studies and even hobbies? Do you find yourself unable to switch off and relax? Expect things of yourself that you never would of others?
Hi, I'm Stephanie, and I'd like to help you experience a more fulfilling life. At the moment, there is so much emphasis and pressure on people to achieve and be productive every day, to strive towards visible high standards constantly, to the point of exhaustion. Are you highly critical of yourself? Do you find yourself unable to try new things in case you fail? Do you focus on ways to improve things about yourself that other people can see & validate - your appearance, your body shape, your job, studies and even hobbies? Do you find yourself unable to switch off and relax? Expect things of yourself that you never would of others?
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David Simon
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Many of my clients decide to work with me because something significant is changing in their life. A decision to be made at a crossroads. Relationship difficulties. The devastation of a loss or bereavement. Career transition. Questions of personal identity. It is at times like these that having someone neutral to talk to can be so valuable.
Many of my clients decide to work with me because something significant is changing in their life. A decision to be made at a crossroads. Relationship difficulties. The devastation of a loss or bereavement. Career transition. Questions of personal identity. It is at times like these that having someone neutral to talk to can be so valuable.
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Photo of Jason Cole - Newcastle Eating Disorders Clinic, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Expert treatment for eating disorders, grounded in evidence and care. I provide specialist psychotherapy for people affected by eating disorders and related difficulties.
Expert treatment for eating disorders, grounded in evidence and care. I provide specialist psychotherapy for people affected by eating disorders and related difficulties.
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Lucy Millar
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
It is amazing how much being listened to helps. Sometimes it is enough to merely let go of the words that have built up inside you over the years. We are all built differently, and a significant amount of my clients have been a little daunted by the thought of talking about themselves for this long, at least at the beginning. I have a patient and relaxed style that my clients tell me help them take things at their own pace. I know that the only ‘right’ way of ‘doing therapy’ is the way that makes you feel safe. No two of my clients are the same therefore I have adopted a style that provides bespoke sessions to each individual.
It is amazing how much being listened to helps. Sometimes it is enough to merely let go of the words that have built up inside you over the years. We are all built differently, and a significant amount of my clients have been a little daunted by the thought of talking about themselves for this long, at least at the beginning. I have a patient and relaxed style that my clients tell me help them take things at their own pace. I know that the only ‘right’ way of ‘doing therapy’ is the way that makes you feel safe. No two of my clients are the same therefore I have adopted a style that provides bespoke sessions to each individual.
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Amanda Alexander
Psychotherapist, MSc
Serves Area
I offer trauma-informed therapy for anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.
Many of my clients appear to be coping on the outside but feel anxious, low, or stuck underneath. They may struggle with overthinking, people-pleasing, self-doubt, or a harsh inner critic. Often these patterns developed in response to difficult or overwhelming experiences. I help them understand why they feel this way, make sense of their patterns, and begin to shift them so they can feel more confident, grounded, and in control.
I offer trauma-informed therapy for anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.
Many of my clients appear to be coping on the outside but feel anxious, low, or stuck underneath. They may struggle with overthinking, people-pleasing, self-doubt, or a harsh inner critic. Often these patterns developed in response to difficult or overwhelming experiences. I help them understand why they feel this way, make sense of their patterns, and begin to shift them so they can feel more confident, grounded, and in control.
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Dr Sonia Pace
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, I’m Dr Sonia Pace, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I have over 16 years experience working with adults with a range of psychological and mental health difficulties. I work collaboratively with you each step of the way creating a supportive environment that enables self-discovery and growth. Therapy involves creating a safe space to develop a greater understanding of why you might be experiencing current difficulties and then using this understanding to tailor an approach that meets your individual needs.
Hello, I’m Dr Sonia Pace, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I have over 16 years experience working with adults with a range of psychological and mental health difficulties. I work collaboratively with you each step of the way creating a supportive environment that enables self-discovery and growth. Therapy involves creating a safe space to develop a greater understanding of why you might be experiencing current difficulties and then using this understanding to tailor an approach that meets your individual needs.
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Florentine ten Houte de Lange
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
The difficulties I support are varied, such as trauma (single / complex, PTSD), driving and travel anxiety, anxieties, phobias, depression and low self-esteem.
Life can be overwhelming at times, and sometimes talking therapy can help you get 'unstuck'. Let us collaboratively work together and create manageable steps towards the goals you want to achieve.
The difficulties I support are varied, such as trauma (single / complex, PTSD), driving and travel anxiety, anxieties, phobias, depression and low self-esteem.
Life can be overwhelming at times, and sometimes talking therapy can help you get 'unstuck'. Let us collaboratively work together and create manageable steps towards the goals you want to achieve.
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Sean Mellor
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
As a dedicated CBT and EMDR therapist, I am committed to helping my clients. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I work collaboratively with clients to empower them to create positive change in their lives. I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health difficulties. By teaching clients effective coping strategies and skills, I empower them to manage their emotions and behaviours in a healthier way.
As a dedicated CBT and EMDR therapist, I am committed to helping my clients. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I work collaboratively with clients to empower them to create positive change in their lives. I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health difficulties. By teaching clients effective coping strategies and skills, I empower them to manage their emotions and behaviours in a healthier way.
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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.