Self Esteem Counselling in Northampton

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Benjamin Stimpson
Counsellor, MBACP
Are you looking for a place you can unpack, vent, and then begin unravelling the issue you are facing? Working integratively, I bring skills to assist clients to engage with your work in a non-judgemental and safe place. I work with a diverse range of clients, but work a great deal with men, LGBTQ+ (particularly Trans and ENBY clients), neurodiverse, members of fetish communities, and North Americans living in the UK. Together we can face, unpack, and start to understand what you are working through.
Are you looking for a place you can unpack, vent, and then begin unravelling the issue you are facing? Working integratively, I bring skills to assist clients to engage with your work in a non-judgemental and safe place. I work with a diverse range of clients, but work a great deal with men, LGBTQ+ (particularly Trans and ENBY clients), neurodiverse, members of fetish communities, and North Americans living in the UK. Together we can face, unpack, and start to understand what you are working through.
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Leigh Spatcher
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
I specialise in the treatment of anxiety, depression and improving self esteem.
I am a highly motivated and passionate real guy with a solution focused approach to life, therapy and mental health. I bring a refreshing new approach to every appointment and treat every client as a true equal and approach every issue as a team. It is not uncommon to meet me for a walk and talk session or work with you on a specific issue and end up at the dentist, supermarket; passenger in your car or with spiders on our knees. I make the treatment of incredibly challenging issues positive, normal and achievable.
I specialise in the treatment of anxiety, depression and improving self esteem.
I am a highly motivated and passionate real guy with a solution focused approach to life, therapy and mental health. I bring a refreshing new approach to every appointment and treat every client as a true equal and approach every issue as a team. It is not uncommon to meet me for a walk and talk session or work with you on a specific issue and end up at the dentist, supermarket; passenger in your car or with spiders on our knees. I make the treatment of incredibly challenging issues positive, normal and achievable.
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Matt Lightfoot
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Hi, I'm Matt. You've taken a courageous and positive step in seeking a therapist to work with. It can be really nerve-wracking to find the strength to reach out and ask for support - I've certainly been there, and have been personally helped by counselling in my own life! I work with a range of issues, most notably anxiety, depression, stress, relationships & sexuality, addiction, coping with life changes and supporting people in finding more direction, purpose & fulfilment in their lives.
Hi, I'm Matt. You've taken a courageous and positive step in seeking a therapist to work with. It can be really nerve-wracking to find the strength to reach out and ask for support - I've certainly been there, and have been personally helped by counselling in my own life! I work with a range of issues, most notably anxiety, depression, stress, relationships & sexuality, addiction, coping with life changes and supporting people in finding more direction, purpose & fulfilment in their lives.
01536 907137 View 01536 907137
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Carol's Support Services
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I’m an integrative therapist with a special interest in working with adults struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, identity or sexuality questions, and those feeling overwhelmed by stress, relationships, or people-pleasing patterns.
I offer a warm, collaborative space grounded in person-centred values—respect, empathy, and trust. We may use psychodynamic and TA approaches to explore patterns from past relationships, and CBT tools to gently shift unhelpful thinking and behaviours. Sessions are tailored to you, supporting growth, clarity, and lasting, meaningful change at your pace.
I’m an integrative therapist with a special interest in working with adults struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, identity or sexuality questions, and those feeling overwhelmed by stress, relationships, or people-pleasing patterns.
I offer a warm, collaborative space grounded in person-centred values—respect, empathy, and trust. We may use psychodynamic and TA approaches to explore patterns from past relationships, and CBT tools to gently shift unhelpful thinking and behaviours. Sessions are tailored to you, supporting growth, clarity, and lasting, meaningful change at your pace.
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Yomi Segun
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
I work with clients struggling with Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD, Self-Esteem related to relationships.
The prospect of having counselling could be daunting. I offer a warm, safe, non-judgmental and confidential space where you are accepted and together, we are able to explore and understand any problems or concerns that you may have. My aim is to help you discover your authentic self and to enjoy your life.
I work with clients struggling with Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD, Self-Esteem related to relationships.
The prospect of having counselling could be daunting. I offer a warm, safe, non-judgmental and confidential space where you are accepted and together, we are able to explore and understand any problems or concerns that you may have. My aim is to help you discover your authentic self and to enjoy your life.
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Emily Abrahams
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Hello, I’m Emily. I believe in an empathetic and integrative approach to counselling that supports individuals of all ages. My passion lies in working with children and young people, specifically those aged 5 to 24 years. With a Master’s Degree focused on this age group, I’m also a registered member of the BACP.
Hello, I’m Emily. I believe in an empathetic and integrative approach to counselling that supports individuals of all ages. My passion lies in working with children and young people, specifically those aged 5 to 24 years. With a Master’s Degree focused on this age group, I’m also a registered member of the BACP.
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Kristyana Jimdar
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Anxiety, depression and other mental challenges can be debilitating. It's something that many of us live with each and every day and we need to find the best ways to deal with our emotions, what we are going through and how we react to certain situations. Being the best you is not easy, but you can do it. It is undoubtedly achievable no matter where you are in your life. Some may find difficulty showing up to their counselling sessions, some may think it's easier to talk online and some may find comfort with the presence of an animal in the room and even doing activities with the animal. Your needs are a priority.
Anxiety, depression and other mental challenges can be debilitating. It's something that many of us live with each and every day and we need to find the best ways to deal with our emotions, what we are going through and how we react to certain situations. Being the best you is not easy, but you can do it. It is undoubtedly achievable no matter where you are in your life. Some may find difficulty showing up to their counselling sessions, some may think it's easier to talk online and some may find comfort with the presence of an animal in the room and even doing activities with the animal. Your needs are a priority.
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Stephanie Clayson
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Are you going through a difficult time? Or do you feel like something is stopping you from leading a better life? I’m Steph. I’m an experienced qualified counsellor and work with adults and children aged 11+. I’m a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their ethical guidelines. I offer a safe and confidential space where you can talk about anything and not be judged. I believe that developing a strong therapeutic relationship and building trust are the key to explore any problems you’re experiencing and finding ways to make positive changes.
Are you going through a difficult time? Or do you feel like something is stopping you from leading a better life? I’m Steph. I’m an experienced qualified counsellor and work with adults and children aged 11+. I’m a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their ethical guidelines. I offer a safe and confidential space where you can talk about anything and not be judged. I believe that developing a strong therapeutic relationship and building trust are the key to explore any problems you’re experiencing and finding ways to make positive changes.
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Juliette Sweeney
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I am also skilled at helping clients build self-awareness, improve self-esteem, and grow in confidence.
If you're tired of living in survival mode, my work helps clients to move to a greater sense of clarity and gain tools to self-regulate and navigate life with confidence. If there is one thing we suffer from the most, it is a lack of resilience to navigate the "downs" of life, with faith in our capacity to grow even through the hard times. Whether you are stuck in a cycle of anxiety, struggling to resolve relationship challenges, or weighed down by unresolved trauma, our therapy journey is built on a foundation of safety to enable you to reassure your inner child and meet yourself with the compassion required to heal.
I am also skilled at helping clients build self-awareness, improve self-esteem, and grow in confidence.
If you're tired of living in survival mode, my work helps clients to move to a greater sense of clarity and gain tools to self-regulate and navigate life with confidence. If there is one thing we suffer from the most, it is a lack of resilience to navigate the "downs" of life, with faith in our capacity to grow even through the hard times. Whether you are stuck in a cycle of anxiety, struggling to resolve relationship challenges, or weighed down by unresolved trauma, our therapy journey is built on a foundation of safety to enable you to reassure your inner child and meet yourself with the compassion required to heal.
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Elizabeth Burr
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Liz. I am a contractual trainee in Advanced TA training at the Berne Institute, and I use the concepts of Transactional Analysis (or TA) within my practice. TA provides a framework through which we can develop an understanding of ourselves and how we have become the person we are today. It helps us to understand our relationship with ourselves (our internal world), and also our relationships with others, and our sense of our place in the world.We all have a script – a life plan made in early childhood that served us well at a time when we had very little power or control.
Hello, my name is Liz. I am a contractual trainee in Advanced TA training at the Berne Institute, and I use the concepts of Transactional Analysis (or TA) within my practice. TA provides a framework through which we can develop an understanding of ourselves and how we have become the person we are today. It helps us to understand our relationship with ourselves (our internal world), and also our relationships with others, and our sense of our place in the world.We all have a script – a life plan made in early childhood that served us well at a time when we had very little power or control.
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John Bevan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with people experiencing anxiety, stress, anger and burnout. Typically my clients are outwardly coping but internally tense, overthinking or exhausted. This can show up as snapping at family, constant worry, difficulty switching off after work, loss of confidence, panic symptoms, or feeling stuck despite doing everything expected of them. By understanding yourself in terms of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, you can consider change, and create your own action plan on how you can live your life better, in the way you want to.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, stress, anger and burnout. Typically my clients are outwardly coping but internally tense, overthinking or exhausted. This can show up as snapping at family, constant worry, difficulty switching off after work, loss of confidence, panic symptoms, or feeling stuck despite doing everything expected of them. By understanding yourself in terms of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, you can consider change, and create your own action plan on how you can live your life better, in the way you want to.
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Kate Hill
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Having experienced self-esteem issues throughout my life, I know firsthand the power of therapy and how life-changing it can be.
I have significant experience working with trauma related to domestic abuse, which often involves themes of low confidence, self-esteem, guilt and shame, anxiety, and depression. I believe that while we are all equal and valuable, we may need different things at different times. Therapy is a process, and all of the work we do together matters.
Having experienced self-esteem issues throughout my life, I know firsthand the power of therapy and how life-changing it can be.
I have significant experience working with trauma related to domestic abuse, which often involves themes of low confidence, self-esteem, guilt and shame, anxiety, and depression. I believe that while we are all equal and valuable, we may need different things at different times. Therapy is a process, and all of the work we do together matters.
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Mellissa Hamley
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with adults struggling with anxiety and low self-esteem feel heard, valued and more confident.
Do your thoughts race so fast it feels impossible to switch off? Are you exhausted from overthinking every interaction, worrying what others think? Do you find yourself saying yes to everyone but struggling to make space for yourself? Therapy can help you quiet anxious thoughts, build the confidence to say no without guilt, and trust yourself in making decisions that serve you. I offer a warm, supportive space where we can explore what’s weighing on you, understand where these patterns come from, and find practical ways to challenge and change them—so you can feel calmer, more in control, and more like yourself again.
I work with adults struggling with anxiety and low self-esteem feel heard, valued and more confident.
Do your thoughts race so fast it feels impossible to switch off? Are you exhausted from overthinking every interaction, worrying what others think? Do you find yourself saying yes to everyone but struggling to make space for yourself? Therapy can help you quiet anxious thoughts, build the confidence to say no without guilt, and trust yourself in making decisions that serve you. I offer a warm, supportive space where we can explore what’s weighing on you, understand where these patterns come from, and find practical ways to challenge and change them—so you can feel calmer, more in control, and more like yourself again.
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Wanjiru Macharia
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
I am a registered, accredited and qualified counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer therapy on ways to cope with various life challenges such as:- self-harm, confidence issues, low self- esteem, depression, anxiety, bereavement, behavioural issues, sensory and anger management. I respect clients’ views; I am non-judgemental in my approaches and I always maintain confidentiality. The sessions are mostly client led. I believe in giving each client the opportunity to express themselves in ways they feel comfortable. This helps to facilitate the client's progress and recovery.
I am a registered, accredited and qualified counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer therapy on ways to cope with various life challenges such as:- self-harm, confidence issues, low self- esteem, depression, anxiety, bereavement, behavioural issues, sensory and anger management. I respect clients’ views; I am non-judgemental in my approaches and I always maintain confidentiality. The sessions are mostly client led. I believe in giving each client the opportunity to express themselves in ways they feel comfortable. This helps to facilitate the client's progress and recovery.
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Strideahead
Counsellor, MBACP
Welcome. I'm Annie and since 2007, I have had the privilege of supporting young people from 11- 18 years of age as a School Counsellor. My experience enables me to fully grasp the challenges young people can face and continues to allow me to witness how young people can grow through counselling. Adolescence is a time of significant change and for some can be very demanding, experiencing stresses around relationships, school, identity, sexuality, gender and transitions. In addition, challenging life events can often leave trauma and prove difficult to cope with and the goal of moving safely into adulthood harder to achieve.
Welcome. I'm Annie and since 2007, I have had the privilege of supporting young people from 11- 18 years of age as a School Counsellor. My experience enables me to fully grasp the challenges young people can face and continues to allow me to witness how young people can grow through counselling. Adolescence is a time of significant change and for some can be very demanding, experiencing stresses around relationships, school, identity, sexuality, gender and transitions. In addition, challenging life events can often leave trauma and prove difficult to cope with and the goal of moving safely into adulthood harder to achieve.
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Jo Nicklin
Counsellor, MBACP
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming and making the decision to seek therapy can feel daunting, I will offer you a safe non-judgemental space for you to explore, at your pace, the difficulties you may be having. I believe that the relationship between you and your counsellor is as important as the approach, cultivating an environment of trust in order to explore the issues that are impacting your life right now. These may come from the past or recent events resulting in preventing you from living your life to its full potential.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming and making the decision to seek therapy can feel daunting, I will offer you a safe non-judgemental space for you to explore, at your pace, the difficulties you may be having. I believe that the relationship between you and your counsellor is as important as the approach, cultivating an environment of trust in order to explore the issues that are impacting your life right now. These may come from the past or recent events resulting in preventing you from living your life to its full potential.
01536 907244 View 01536 907244
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A&F Psychological Services Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
We understand that everyday life is stressful and have worked to make our services as flexible as possible, and adapted to your needs. Our aim is to provide quality assessment, support and psychology services for individuals and their families, to improve mental and emotional well-being. We're a collection of chartered and HCPC registered Psychologists experienced in working with adult and adolescent clients. Our clinicians can support you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
We understand that everyday life is stressful and have worked to make our services as flexible as possible, and adapted to your needs. Our aim is to provide quality assessment, support and psychology services for individuals and their families, to improve mental and emotional well-being. We're a collection of chartered and HCPC registered Psychologists experienced in working with adult and adolescent clients. Our clinicians can support you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
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Becky Hyland
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
In my practice, I am passionate about helping clients with stress, anxiety, panic, low self-worth, trauma, motivation, low self-esteem, family issues, relationships and relationship breakdowns, depression, generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), coping with loss and confidence.
Hello, I'm Becky and I am a qualified Therapeutic Counsellor offering counselling to adults and young people in Northampton. Life can bring us challenges that are difficult to deal with on our own. You are not alone, I will offer you a safe and non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts and feelings openly, working towards goals to make life better. I believe the relationship between client and counsellor is important and building trust together we can explore the issues that are impacting you.
In my practice, I am passionate about helping clients with stress, anxiety, panic, low self-worth, trauma, motivation, low self-esteem, family issues, relationships and relationship breakdowns, depression, generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), coping with loss and confidence.
Hello, I'm Becky and I am a qualified Therapeutic Counsellor offering counselling to adults and young people in Northampton. Life can bring us challenges that are difficult to deal with on our own. You are not alone, I will offer you a safe and non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts and feelings openly, working towards goals to make life better. I believe the relationship between client and counsellor is important and building trust together we can explore the issues that are impacting you.
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Navneet Singh
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Issues brought to therapy include early years trauma - including abuse and neglect; life crisis/crises - a result of either work or relationship breakdown; addictions; anxiety; depression; low self-esteem and self-worth; or grief and loss (whether of loved ones or opportunities).
Navneet (Nav) is an integrative psychotherapist using diverse therapeutic methods to address client needs. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, he specialises in trauma, anxiety, addictions, relationships, self-esteem, and grief. With a person-centred, relational approach, Nav tailors therapy to each client’s unique challenges and needs.
Issues brought to therapy include early years trauma - including abuse and neglect; life crisis/crises - a result of either work or relationship breakdown; addictions; anxiety; depression; low self-esteem and self-worth; or grief and loss (whether of loved ones or opportunities).
Navneet (Nav) is an integrative psychotherapist using diverse therapeutic methods to address client needs. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, he specialises in trauma, anxiety, addictions, relationships, self-esteem, and grief. With a person-centred, relational approach, Nav tailors therapy to each client’s unique challenges and needs.
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Northampton Therapy Rooms
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Welcome to the Northampton Therapy Rooms! We have a network of highly experienced counsellors, psychotherapists, CBT therapists, and psychologists who offer tailored support for your mental health and well-being. Sometimes you might not know what kind of therapy will work best for you, so we will match you with one of our therapists who we believe will be a good fit.
Welcome to the Northampton Therapy Rooms! We have a network of highly experienced counsellors, psychotherapists, CBT therapists, and psychologists who offer tailored support for your mental health and well-being. Sometimes you might not know what kind of therapy will work best for you, so we will match you with one of our therapists who we believe will be a good fit.
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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.