Body Image Counselling in Sidcup
I was going to say a few things about me, but that's not why you're here. You're here because you recognise it's time to talk about you. I can help with that. I have worked extensively with clients who experience professional "burn out", relationship issues, bereavement and loss. The list goes on. Having juggled work, family, personal loss, training and much more in recent years, I understand overwhelm. This experience means that I will listen without judgement, empathise and help you find ways to cope, moving on from the unhealthy habits and emotions you're stuck in. We'll work together towards your goals.
I was going to say a few things about me, but that's not why you're here. You're here because you recognise it's time to talk about you. I can help with that. I have worked extensively with clients who experience professional "burn out", relationship issues, bereavement and loss. The list goes on. Having juggled work, family, personal loss, training and much more in recent years, I understand overwhelm. This experience means that I will listen without judgement, empathise and help you find ways to cope, moving on from the unhealthy habits and emotions you're stuck in. We'll work together towards your goals.
I am a DBT-informed therapist working with adults who experience intense emotions, complex mental health difficulties, or who have felt misunderstood in previous therapy or mental health services.
I offer online therapy across the UK and work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, psychosis-related experiences (such as hearing voices or paranoia), addiction, grief, and long-standing relationship or family challenges.
I have particular experience supporting people with traits associated with anxiety, borderline personality (BPD/EUPD), emotional dysregulation, OCD and intrusive thoughts
I am a DBT-informed therapist working with adults who experience intense emotions, complex mental health difficulties, or who have felt misunderstood in previous therapy or mental health services.
I offer online therapy across the UK and work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, psychosis-related experiences (such as hearing voices or paranoia), addiction, grief, and long-standing relationship or family challenges.
I have particular experience supporting people with traits associated with anxiety, borderline personality (BPD/EUPD), emotional dysregulation, OCD and intrusive thoughts
Hello, and a warm welcome.
I’m Wendy, a therapist with many year's experience and have been a member of the BACP for over 25 years. My work is rooted in genuine care, understanding, and a deep belief in your ability to heal and grow.
I offer therapy to individuals and couples, creating a safe, respectful, and confidential space where you can explore what’s going on for you — whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need someone to talk to who will truly listen.
Hello, and a warm welcome.
I’m Wendy, a therapist with many year's experience and have been a member of the BACP for over 25 years. My work is rooted in genuine care, understanding, and a deep belief in your ability to heal and grow.
I offer therapy to individuals and couples, creating a safe, respectful, and confidential space where you can explore what’s going on for you — whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need someone to talk to who will truly listen.
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My name is Cheryl, I am a fully qualified , experienced counsellor and supervisor who works safely & effectively with Adults & young people
I love being a part of your counselling journey and I support people in their desire to work towards change.
I know it can be challenging making that first step to see a counsellor but together we can build a therapeutic relationship built on trust & honesty.
I am a registered , accredited member of the NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society ) and i abide by their ethical framework & guidelines.
I can offer flexibly to assist with busy work schedules & shift patterns .
Hello
My name is Cheryl, I am a fully qualified , experienced counsellor and supervisor who works safely & effectively with Adults & young people
I love being a part of your counselling journey and I support people in their desire to work towards change.
I know it can be challenging making that first step to see a counsellor but together we can build a therapeutic relationship built on trust & honesty.
I am a registered , accredited member of the NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society ) and i abide by their ethical framework & guidelines.
I can offer flexibly to assist with busy work schedules & shift patterns .
Hi, I’m Jo, a qualified Integrative Counsellor (BACP/NCPS), EMDR Trauma Therapist, and Clinical Sexologist (COSRT). I specialise in helping people overcome emotional, relational, and sexual challenges. Using EMDR, I support individuals in healing from trauma and regaining control of their lives. As a Clinical Sexologist, I offer compassionate guidance on sexual health, intimacy, desire, identity, and communication, helping you build fulfilling relationships. I provide a comfy affirming space where everyone is welcome and supported to show up as themselves.
Hi, I’m Jo, a qualified Integrative Counsellor (BACP/NCPS), EMDR Trauma Therapist, and Clinical Sexologist (COSRT). I specialise in helping people overcome emotional, relational, and sexual challenges. Using EMDR, I support individuals in healing from trauma and regaining control of their lives. As a Clinical Sexologist, I offer compassionate guidance on sexual health, intimacy, desire, identity, and communication, helping you build fulfilling relationships. I provide a comfy affirming space where everyone is welcome and supported to show up as themselves.
Are you struggling with grief and sadness, suffering alone following a bereavement or loss? Maybe you have lost a loved one, a much-wanted baby, a close relationship or an important job.
Perhaps you are finding it difficult to cope with everyday responsibilities or have problems with sleeping, appetite or engaging with life.
Grief is exhausting and you can find yourself feeling overwhelmed, lost and fearful of the future. It might feel difficult to share some emotions such as guilt, jealousy or relief with friends and family, for fear of judgement.
Are you struggling with grief and sadness, suffering alone following a bereavement or loss? Maybe you have lost a loved one, a much-wanted baby, a close relationship or an important job.
Perhaps you are finding it difficult to cope with everyday responsibilities or have problems with sleeping, appetite or engaging with life.
Grief is exhausting and you can find yourself feeling overwhelmed, lost and fearful of the future. It might feel difficult to share some emotions such as guilt, jealousy or relief with friends and family, for fear of judgement.
Welcome — I’m really glad you’re here.
I’m an Integrative Intersectional Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist in Advanced Training, with a strong belief in the power of human connection and each person’s capacity for change.
At the heart of my work sits intersectionality — an understanding that our experiences are shaped by the many parts of who we are, such as our culture, race, gender, sexuality, class, and life experiences. I hold this awareness at the core of my practice, offering a space where all aspects of your identity are acknowledged, respected, and safe to explore.
Welcome — I’m really glad you’re here.
I’m an Integrative Intersectional Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist in Advanced Training, with a strong belief in the power of human connection and each person’s capacity for change.
At the heart of my work sits intersectionality — an understanding that our experiences are shaped by the many parts of who we are, such as our culture, race, gender, sexuality, class, and life experiences. I hold this awareness at the core of my practice, offering a space where all aspects of your identity are acknowledged, respected, and safe to explore.
I am an Integrative Counsellor (MBACP) and I work with adults and couples both in-person and online on a wide range of behavioural, emotional, and relationship issues. I am here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings and facilitate self-awareness and movement towards healing and growth. I have been trained in a number of modalities including person-centred, psychodynamic, existential, cognitive, and relational approaches. My practice also draws on embodied/somatic approaches to trauma. My approach is tailored to the client and what works best for each individual.
I am an Integrative Counsellor (MBACP) and I work with adults and couples both in-person and online on a wide range of behavioural, emotional, and relationship issues. I am here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings and facilitate self-awareness and movement towards healing and growth. I have been trained in a number of modalities including person-centred, psychodynamic, existential, cognitive, and relational approaches. My practice also draws on embodied/somatic approaches to trauma. My approach is tailored to the client and what works best for each individual.
Hello, I’m Agnieszka, a relational counsellor with integrative background and extensive experience working with trauma, personality disorders (BPD/EUPD, NPD), narcissistic and sexual abuse as well as a range of relational difficulties, including in family and romantic relationships. My experience includes working with PTSD and Complex PTSD, self-harm, suicidal ideation, loss, depression, anxiety, phobias, eating disorders, addictions and anger. I see each person as a unique individual, with a unique background and lived experience. In sessions, I offer you full attention and welcome all aspects of you into the room.
Hello, I’m Agnieszka, a relational counsellor with integrative background and extensive experience working with trauma, personality disorders (BPD/EUPD, NPD), narcissistic and sexual abuse as well as a range of relational difficulties, including in family and romantic relationships. My experience includes working with PTSD and Complex PTSD, self-harm, suicidal ideation, loss, depression, anxiety, phobias, eating disorders, addictions and anger. I see each person as a unique individual, with a unique background and lived experience. In sessions, I offer you full attention and welcome all aspects of you into the room.
You might feel constantly anxious - tense, on edge, or caught in worry.
Or you might feel low, flat, and unsure how to find joy again.
Some women come to us feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns in relationships or worn down by people-pleasing or self-criticism. Others are processing trauma or navigating big life changes - from early motherhood to menopause - that have unsettled their confidence. However it shows up, the common thread is emotional overload whilst trying to hold it all together. If you're a woman who wants to feel calmer, more secure in yourself, and able to enjoy life without so much pressure, then we're here for you.
You might feel constantly anxious - tense, on edge, or caught in worry.
Or you might feel low, flat, and unsure how to find joy again.
Some women come to us feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns in relationships or worn down by people-pleasing or self-criticism. Others are processing trauma or navigating big life changes - from early motherhood to menopause - that have unsettled their confidence. However it shows up, the common thread is emotional overload whilst trying to hold it all together. If you're a woman who wants to feel calmer, more secure in yourself, and able to enjoy life without so much pressure, then we're here for you.
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I work with adolescents and adults — individually, as couples, and in groups — who want a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. Many come when something feels stuck: anxiety, relational difficulties, or recurring patterns shaped by trauma, neglect, violence, or experiences of difference. My work is typically longer-term, making space to explore these patterns in depth. Clients are often reflective, and may be engaging questions of identity — race, sexuality, class, ability, or nationality — or navigating relational dynamics in their families or intimate relationships.
I work with adolescents and adults — individually, as couples, and in groups — who want a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. Many come when something feels stuck: anxiety, relational difficulties, or recurring patterns shaped by trauma, neglect, violence, or experiences of difference. My work is typically longer-term, making space to explore these patterns in depth. Clients are often reflective, and may be engaging questions of identity — race, sexuality, class, ability, or nationality — or navigating relational dynamics in their families or intimate relationships.
Welcome! Whatever challenges you are currently facing, there is always a way forward. We all experience times when we need support, and I am here to help. In our sessions, you can expect a safe and confidential space to explore your emotions, gain clarity, and make a change. Together, we will work toward your goals—whether that means discovering a clear direction for the future, finding relief from emotional pain, seeking answers to life’s challenges, enhancing your relationships, or achieving a sense of balance and freedom through your authentic self.
Welcome! Whatever challenges you are currently facing, there is always a way forward. We all experience times when we need support, and I am here to help. In our sessions, you can expect a safe and confidential space to explore your emotions, gain clarity, and make a change. Together, we will work toward your goals—whether that means discovering a clear direction for the future, finding relief from emotional pain, seeking answers to life’s challenges, enhancing your relationships, or achieving a sense of balance and freedom through your authentic self.
Fear, anxiety, grief, loss and traumatic experiences can get in the way of self-acceptance and self-compassion. Without this, it is difficult to move forward with life and live well in the here and now. I work with clients to live well, whatever their circumstances and however they define living well. Our work together motivates changes in perspective, which leads to changes in feelings, thoughts, choices and behaviour. Although it is not a linear trajectory these changes can and do happen, with the right support, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
Fear, anxiety, grief, loss and traumatic experiences can get in the way of self-acceptance and self-compassion. Without this, it is difficult to move forward with life and live well in the here and now. I work with clients to live well, whatever their circumstances and however they define living well. Our work together motivates changes in perspective, which leads to changes in feelings, thoughts, choices and behaviour. Although it is not a linear trajectory these changes can and do happen, with the right support, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
I am a person-centred therapist who primarily works with people who are members of ENM, kink and LGBTQ+ communities. Each of these aspects of our identities are so multifaceted that it can feel overwhelming sometimes. I want to work with you to help you understand yourself, your needs and how to move towards that. Allowing ourselves to let go of who we were, embrace who we are and get out of old thinking patterns can be a lifelong mission, one that is much easier with support. I can work with you as you explore yourself. My practice is based on compassion and honesty, and collaboration is incredibly important to me.
I am a person-centred therapist who primarily works with people who are members of ENM, kink and LGBTQ+ communities. Each of these aspects of our identities are so multifaceted that it can feel overwhelming sometimes. I want to work with you to help you understand yourself, your needs and how to move towards that. Allowing ourselves to let go of who we were, embrace who we are and get out of old thinking patterns can be a lifelong mission, one that is much easier with support. I can work with you as you explore yourself. My practice is based on compassion and honesty, and collaboration is incredibly important to me.
This space may be meaningful for those who experience intense feelings such as shame, guilt, embarrassment or blame, who feel unseen or misunderstood, and who wish to explore identity, shame, power and belonging in a reflective way.
Many of the people I work with carry diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, EUPD, Autism or ADHD. Others may not have a diagnosis but want to make sense of their experiences and find new ways of living. My work moves beyond the medical model, recognising distress as shaped by personal, social and cultural context.
This space may be meaningful for those who experience intense feelings such as shame, guilt, embarrassment or blame, who feel unseen or misunderstood, and who wish to explore identity, shame, power and belonging in a reflective way.
Many of the people I work with carry diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, EUPD, Autism or ADHD. Others may not have a diagnosis but want to make sense of their experiences and find new ways of living. My work moves beyond the medical model, recognising distress as shaped by personal, social and cultural context.
My name is Vicky (she/her) and I'm a therapist and supervisor, speaker, writer and activist, working exclusively online from Kent, UK, with clients around the world. I have particular experience working with disordered eating, trauma and identity affirmation, and I centre consent based, respectful, relational practice and cultural safety.
My work with disordered eating and eating disorders is centered in body liberation, and is non-diet and weight neutral in its approach.
My name is Vicky (she/her) and I'm a therapist and supervisor, speaker, writer and activist, working exclusively online from Kent, UK, with clients around the world. I have particular experience working with disordered eating, trauma and identity affirmation, and I centre consent based, respectful, relational practice and cultural safety.
My work with disordered eating and eating disorders is centered in body liberation, and is non-diet and weight neutral in its approach.
I believe that therapy allows you to take a more active role in understanding and experiencing your emotions. When we are not aware of our emotions or ideas, it can mean we act out certain behaviours – or experience certain feelings - without knowing why. And while we might be able to tolerate this for some time – perhaps even for a long time - I believe there is a difference between surviving and living. Developing a closer – or less mysterious - relationship with ourselves can allow us to go beyond living life passively and begin to really experience it.
I believe that therapy allows you to take a more active role in understanding and experiencing your emotions. When we are not aware of our emotions or ideas, it can mean we act out certain behaviours – or experience certain feelings - without knowing why. And while we might be able to tolerate this for some time – perhaps even for a long time - I believe there is a difference between surviving and living. Developing a closer – or less mysterious - relationship with ourselves can allow us to go beyond living life passively and begin to really experience it.
Reaching out for therapy is not always easy, and for many people it takes a long time before they feel ready to speak to someone. Often, by the time a person contacts me, they have already spent years trying to manage things on their own. I have over 17 years of experience working with anxiety, including OCD, neurodivergence, trauma, identity struggles, emotional regulation, self-worth, spiritual and personal development, and relationship difficulties. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can feel understood, be yourself fully, find clarity and solutions, and begin moving beyond the issues that have been holding you back.
Reaching out for therapy is not always easy, and for many people it takes a long time before they feel ready to speak to someone. Often, by the time a person contacts me, they have already spent years trying to manage things on their own. I have over 17 years of experience working with anxiety, including OCD, neurodivergence, trauma, identity struggles, emotional regulation, self-worth, spiritual and personal development, and relationship difficulties. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can feel understood, be yourself fully, find clarity and solutions, and begin moving beyond the issues that have been holding you back.
You might seem like you’re holding it all together, but inside it feels like something is missing. Maybe you’re exhausted from trying to be everything to everyone, or feel disconnected from who you really are. You may be carrying trauma or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. I offer a space where you can soften, feel met, and begin to listen to what’s really going on inside. This is a space for the parts of you that long to be heard.
You might seem like you’re holding it all together, but inside it feels like something is missing. Maybe you’re exhausted from trying to be everything to everyone, or feel disconnected from who you really are. You may be carrying trauma or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. I offer a space where you can soften, feel met, and begin to listen to what’s really going on inside. This is a space for the parts of you that long to be heard.
You might be holding things together on the outside but inside, it feels like a lot.
I’m Elizabeth Paterson, a BACP-accredited therapist offering online therapy across the UK, based in Leeds and Hackney. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, overthinking, and relationship difficulties.
Therapy with me is a space to slow down, make sense of what’s going on, and feel less alone with it.
You might be holding things together on the outside but inside, it feels like a lot.
I’m Elizabeth Paterson, a BACP-accredited therapist offering online therapy across the UK, based in Leeds and Hackney. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, overthinking, and relationship difficulties.
Therapy with me is a space to slow down, make sense of what’s going on, and feel less alone with it.
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Body Image Counsellors
How does body image affect mental health?
Poor body image can influence mental health because it can reduce self-esteem and decrease functioning in other areas of one's life. Negative body image may hinder someone's ability to perform daily tasks, including professional and social responsibilities, because they may feel self-conscious or shame surrounding their appearance; a desire to change one's body as a result of negative body image can also trigger behaviors such as extreme dieting, excessive exercise, or obsessive social media comparison. Poor body image is associated with a number of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, although many people experience negative body image even in the absence of meeting the diagnostic criteria for any mental health disorders.
What does it mean to have a positive body image?
Body image refers to how one internally perceives their appearance and internally "talks" to themself about their body. Positive body image is therefore indicative of a positive perception of one's self and positive internal self-talk that underscores one's strengths. People who have good body image often have higher self-esteem, self-worth, and self-confidence, and they also often recognise how external factors, such as social media or relationship patterns, can influence body image. While body image can change at different life stages and in response to various triggers, practicing self-acceptance and a body-positive mindset can help maintain a more stable sense of positive body image.
Is body image the same as self-esteem?
Body image and self-esteem are often related, but they are distinct concepts. Self-esteem is a broader term that can be shaped by a number of factors outside of body image, including one's functioning at school or in the workplace; it refers to one's capacity to handle various life challenges. Poor body image can be one way in which one's self-esteem is reduced. Reduced self-esteem as a result of poor body image can cause individuals to feel negative about their appearance, withdraw from social interactions, and/or rely on harmful behaviours as a coping mechanism. A "body positive" approach to body image therapy is therefore often used to encourage a more positive view of one's self and thus encourage better self-esteem.
What type of therapy is best to foster a positive body image?
The type of therapy best suited to improve body image depends on each person, as there is not a single therapy specific to body image improvement. That said, many individuals with poor body image benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based therapy. CBT can be used to help challenge distorted or negative thoughts about one's body, while ACT and mindfulness practices can facilitate a more positive body image through self-acceptance and identification of one's personal strengths. Regardless of treatment type, clients should look for body image therapists who encourage the development of a sense of self outside of their external appearance and help clients reduce unwanted behaviours developed as a result of poor self-esteem, such as dieting or disordered eating patterns.