Self Esteem Counselling in Sowerby Bridge

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Leila Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
It could be anxiety, depression, questions around identity, self esteem, or you could be going through a difficult time, please don't hesitate to reach out.
I am an integrative counsellor which means I adapt my practice to meet your needs. I am trained initially in Person Centred practice and then where necessary, draw on relative theories to make sense of your journey. As your therapist I will facilitate you on your journey to change, self discovery and healing.
It could be anxiety, depression, questions around identity, self esteem, or you could be going through a difficult time, please don't hesitate to reach out.
I am an integrative counsellor which means I adapt my practice to meet your needs. I am trained initially in Person Centred practice and then where necessary, draw on relative theories to make sense of your journey. As your therapist I will facilitate you on your journey to change, self discovery and healing.
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Jo Middleton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I specialise in treating anxiety, depression, acute and chronic stress, low self esteem, shame, trauma, grief / bereavement and adjustment to chronic illness
I offer a confidential space for people who are looking for help to understand and manage long standing difficulties, past traumas, recent distressing experiences or who simply want to better manage life's inevitable challenges. Whether you have a diagnosis of a mental health condition or not, I am passionate about supporting people with emotional pain and teaching evidence based ways to help people live the life they want.
I specialise in treating anxiety, depression, acute and chronic stress, low self esteem, shame, trauma, grief / bereavement and adjustment to chronic illness
I offer a confidential space for people who are looking for help to understand and manage long standing difficulties, past traumas, recent distressing experiences or who simply want to better manage life's inevitable challenges. Whether you have a diagnosis of a mental health condition or not, I am passionate about supporting people with emotional pain and teaching evidence based ways to help people live the life they want.
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Jo Rutter Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Would you like to take back control of your life, feel more confident & build up your self esteem?
My passion is empowering women after divorce or separation & recovering from abuse of any kind. After 7 years as School Counsellor, Bradford Grammar School I'm now in Private Practice working F2F & online with adults and young people. I've also worked at Noah's Ark , Calderdale Women Centre & was a Victim Liaison Officer/Womens Safety Worker in Probation.
Would you like to take back control of your life, feel more confident & build up your self esteem?
My passion is empowering women after divorce or separation & recovering from abuse of any kind. After 7 years as School Counsellor, Bradford Grammar School I'm now in Private Practice working F2F & online with adults and young people. I've also worked at Noah's Ark , Calderdale Women Centre & was a Victim Liaison Officer/Womens Safety Worker in Probation.
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Kat Beatty
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
I specialise in helping people dealing with anxiety, stress or who are recovering from difficult life experiences to heal and move forwards in life. If you feel like therapy which offers more than simply talking would serve you, then I am glad you are here reading this. In addition to offering a safe and non-judgemental space for you to speak freely, I also offer tools which you can use to reflect and heal. Whether you would like to work through a specific trauma, fear, phobia, feeling or experience, or you would like to work slowly through many issues, I am here to help.
I specialise in helping people dealing with anxiety, stress or who are recovering from difficult life experiences to heal and move forwards in life. If you feel like therapy which offers more than simply talking would serve you, then I am glad you are here reading this. In addition to offering a safe and non-judgemental space for you to speak freely, I also offer tools which you can use to reflect and heal. Whether you would like to work through a specific trauma, fear, phobia, feeling or experience, or you would like to work slowly through many issues, I am here to help.
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James Pearson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Hello, I'm James, a really friendly qualified and accredited Counsellor born and raised in Yorkshire. I offer you the space to work at your own pace, to truly hear what it is that you are saying, to be someone who walks alongside you, gently checking meaning and guiding you to your own revelations, learning and understanding. I believe that figuring things out this way is the most empowering and lasting way to remove your roadblocks. In a sense, you already hold the answers… through talking, models and tools, we just need to figure them out together.
Hello, I'm James, a really friendly qualified and accredited Counsellor born and raised in Yorkshire. I offer you the space to work at your own pace, to truly hear what it is that you are saying, to be someone who walks alongside you, gently checking meaning and guiding you to your own revelations, learning and understanding. I believe that figuring things out this way is the most empowering and lasting way to remove your roadblocks. In a sense, you already hold the answers… through talking, models and tools, we just need to figure them out together.
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Christopher Anderson
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
I have extensive experience of working with individuals, couples and groups since 2006. At this point I guess what really matters to you is deciding whether or not I am the right therapist for you. If so, please read on. Availability: Monday Online only 7am - 9pm. Tuesday Face to face 7am - 5pm Sowerby Bridge. Thursday Face to face 11.45am - 9pm Sowerby Bridge.
I have extensive experience of working with individuals, couples and groups since 2006. At this point I guess what really matters to you is deciding whether or not I am the right therapist for you. If so, please read on. Availability: Monday Online only 7am - 9pm. Tuesday Face to face 7am - 5pm Sowerby Bridge. Thursday Face to face 11.45am - 9pm Sowerby Bridge.
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Life is full of challenges, combine those with unresolved experiences or trauma's then these can make life feel a whole lot harder. I have 17 years experience working predominantly with trauma and abuse as you will appreciate this covers many issues and experiences. My approach is integrative, this means I have trained and have experience with multiple modalities that I blend together dependent on client need. I have developed a way of working with client’s that is bespoke to each client. We will look at your goals and work together to achieve them.
Life is full of challenges, combine those with unresolved experiences or trauma's then these can make life feel a whole lot harder. I have 17 years experience working predominantly with trauma and abuse as you will appreciate this covers many issues and experiences. My approach is integrative, this means I have trained and have experience with multiple modalities that I blend together dependent on client need. I have developed a way of working with client’s that is bespoke to each client. We will look at your goals and work together to achieve them.
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Emma Dillon
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Choosing to start counselling and therapy is an empowering decision. Whether you’re grappling with a specific challenge, feeling anxious or down, making pivotal life choices, or simply seeking a space to understand yourself better and gain practical tools for daily life, I’m here to support you. I truly believe that as hard as it can be, talking about what you are facing can take the power out of some of the feelings and thoughts that can make you feel stuck or isolated.
Choosing to start counselling and therapy is an empowering decision. Whether you’re grappling with a specific challenge, feeling anxious or down, making pivotal life choices, or simply seeking a space to understand yourself better and gain practical tools for daily life, I’m here to support you. I truly believe that as hard as it can be, talking about what you are facing can take the power out of some of the feelings and thoughts that can make you feel stuck or isolated.
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Jessica Harris
Counsellor, MBACP
Hello and welcome. I am Jess, a trained psychotherapist and BACP-registered counsellor. I work with individuals on both a short-term and long-term basis. Whether you have a specific issue you would like to explore, are dealing with something longer-term that is becoming difficult to manage, or wish to understand yourself more deeply, psychotherapy can be a valuable resource.
Hello and welcome. I am Jess, a trained psychotherapist and BACP-registered counsellor. I work with individuals on both a short-term and long-term basis. Whether you have a specific issue you would like to explore, are dealing with something longer-term that is becoming difficult to manage, or wish to understand yourself more deeply, psychotherapy can be a valuable resource.
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Rosie Dempsey
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello. I am Rosie and I am an accredited counsellor and hold a post graduate diploma in counselling supervision. I have a wide variety of experience. If you are looking for a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a non judgmental environment, then maybe I can help you. I aim to build a genuine, caring relationship as the basis for you to explore your problems and begin to work on whatever is troubling you, identifying your strengths and developing your coping strategies, thus allowing your renewed confidence to emerge.
Hello. I am Rosie and I am an accredited counsellor and hold a post graduate diploma in counselling supervision. I have a wide variety of experience. If you are looking for a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a non judgmental environment, then maybe I can help you. I aim to build a genuine, caring relationship as the basis for you to explore your problems and begin to work on whatever is troubling you, identifying your strengths and developing your coping strategies, thus allowing your renewed confidence to emerge.
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Nancy Noble-Milner
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
A warm welcome. It is my hope to be a compassionate companion offering you a safe and confidential space where you can be truly heard; where, together, we can gently explore the issues that have brought you here. Maybe you are coping with a bereavement or are having relationship difficulties. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety or depression. Maybe you would like to try and make some sense of an upsetting or traumatic experience. Maybe you can’t quite put your finger on it, but something just doesn’t feel right; you feel a little lost or stuck. Whatever has led you here, therapy can help you make positive changes and live well.
A warm welcome. It is my hope to be a compassionate companion offering you a safe and confidential space where you can be truly heard; where, together, we can gently explore the issues that have brought you here. Maybe you are coping with a bereavement or are having relationship difficulties. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety or depression. Maybe you would like to try and make some sense of an upsetting or traumatic experience. Maybe you can’t quite put your finger on it, but something just doesn’t feel right; you feel a little lost or stuck. Whatever has led you here, therapy can help you make positive changes and live well.
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Annette Quirk
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
It could be that you’ve become stuck worrying about the future, or you’ve got some big stuff in your head that’s getting in the way of moving forwards and it’s time to do something with it so that you can move on. Maybe there is fear and anxiety of making change, or you feel stressed and sad? Or maybe there is some unavoidable unhappiness in that is in the background of your life?
It could be that you’ve become stuck worrying about the future, or you’ve got some big stuff in your head that’s getting in the way of moving forwards and it’s time to do something with it so that you can move on. Maybe there is fear and anxiety of making change, or you feel stressed and sad? Or maybe there is some unavoidable unhappiness in that is in the background of your life?
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Karen Moore
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Whatever it is you are suffering with: trauma, abuse, bereavement, climate distress, anxiety or depression, you do not have to suffer alone. Maybe you are neurodiverse and feel misunderstood or burnt out from masking. Therapy offers an opportunity to explore areas of your life that it can be difficult to share with others. We can think together about what gets in the way of your ability to thrive, express yourself, find satisfying relationships or find meaning and purpose in life and what steps might be taken in order to move forward.
Whatever it is you are suffering with: trauma, abuse, bereavement, climate distress, anxiety or depression, you do not have to suffer alone. Maybe you are neurodiverse and feel misunderstood or burnt out from masking. Therapy offers an opportunity to explore areas of your life that it can be difficult to share with others. We can think together about what gets in the way of your ability to thrive, express yourself, find satisfying relationships or find meaning and purpose in life and what steps might be taken in order to move forward.
01422 557232 View 01422 557232
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Jocelyn Harvey
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I started my counselling training over 12 years ago and have years of experience working with people who are striving to understand themselves and these complicated lives that we are all living. I will never get over how much courage it takes to reach out for help at a time of crisis and I am always blown away at the strength and resilience of the human mind. I believe that we all have the potential to grow & heal and that counselling works to facilitate this process. Counselling is for everyone. Not just those who may consider themselves to be in an extreme crisis. I treat each client as an individual working with your unique needs
I started my counselling training over 12 years ago and have years of experience working with people who are striving to understand themselves and these complicated lives that we are all living. I will never get over how much courage it takes to reach out for help at a time of crisis and I am always blown away at the strength and resilience of the human mind. I believe that we all have the potential to grow & heal and that counselling works to facilitate this process. Counselling is for everyone. Not just those who may consider themselves to be in an extreme crisis. I treat each client as an individual working with your unique needs
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More Therapists Nearby

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Virginia Messina
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with clients who might have experienced interpersonal abuse and have self esteem or attachment issues.
Feeling stuck? Frustrated because therapy or support didn’t work for you? If you’ve been hurt by abusive relationships and left feeling broken or “failed” by others who couldn’t help, this is where real change begins. Hi, I’m Virginia, a psychotherapeutic counsellor who doesn’t do surface-level fixes. I work with those ready to dig deep, confront repeating patterns, and rebuild from the inside out. This isn’t easy work—it demands honesty, courage, and commitment. But if you’re done settling for half-measures and ready to stop surviving and start living on your terms, I’m here for it.
I work with clients who might have experienced interpersonal abuse and have self esteem or attachment issues.
Feeling stuck? Frustrated because therapy or support didn’t work for you? If you’ve been hurt by abusive relationships and left feeling broken or “failed” by others who couldn’t help, this is where real change begins. Hi, I’m Virginia, a psychotherapeutic counsellor who doesn’t do surface-level fixes. I work with those ready to dig deep, confront repeating patterns, and rebuild from the inside out. This isn’t easy work—it demands honesty, courage, and commitment. But if you’re done settling for half-measures and ready to stop surviving and start living on your terms, I’m here for it.
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Dr Charlie Renwick
Counsellor, MBBS, BACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I’m Charlie. Counsellor, doctor in Psychiatry, and founder of Ginkgo Wellbeing. I specialise in helping young adults with anxiety, confidence and self-esteem issues. I am based in Leeds and offer online video counselling for adults nationwide. Everyone’s reasons for seeking counselling will be different, and whatever your reason, I am committed to offering a safe and supportive therapy space for you to explore your experiences, expand your self-awareness and embark upon a journey of healing and personal growth.
Hello! I’m Charlie. Counsellor, doctor in Psychiatry, and founder of Ginkgo Wellbeing. I specialise in helping young adults with anxiety, confidence and self-esteem issues. I am based in Leeds and offer online video counselling for adults nationwide. Everyone’s reasons for seeking counselling will be different, and whatever your reason, I am committed to offering a safe and supportive therapy space for you to explore your experiences, expand your self-awareness and embark upon a journey of healing and personal growth.
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Photo of Lindsay Cox-Prior - Via Vitae Counselling Services, Counsellor, BACP
Experiencing major changes can be daunting, frustrating and generate fear alongside self-doubt. If you are looking to make changes, face up to change, explore identity and self-esteem or have reached your limits in one or more life areas then you don't have to face this alone. You will have control over your therapy and gain a voice as well as perspective. If you are willing to make the most of what you learn in therapy then you are more likely to make progress that lasts and changes your life for the better. I offer Clinical Supervision and outdoor therapy too. I have worked for GPs, IAPT, hospitals and EAPs.
Experiencing major changes can be daunting, frustrating and generate fear alongside self-doubt. If you are looking to make changes, face up to change, explore identity and self-esteem or have reached your limits in one or more life areas then you don't have to face this alone. You will have control over your therapy and gain a voice as well as perspective. If you are willing to make the most of what you learn in therapy then you are more likely to make progress that lasts and changes your life for the better. I offer Clinical Supervision and outdoor therapy too. I have worked for GPs, IAPT, hospitals and EAPs.
01457 607256 View 01457 607256
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Sarah Smith
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Sarah. I'm an accredited psychotherapist (BACP) with ten years of experience. I work with individuals of diverse ages, backgrounds, and ethnicities. My areas of focus include anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem, and relationship challenges. I also work with questions around identity, purpose, and belonging. I offer a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s going on for you, develop deeper self-understanding, and work toward meaningful change.
Hi, I’m Sarah. I'm an accredited psychotherapist (BACP) with ten years of experience. I work with individuals of diverse ages, backgrounds, and ethnicities. My areas of focus include anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem, and relationship challenges. I also work with questions around identity, purpose, and belonging. I offer a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s going on for you, develop deeper self-understanding, and work toward meaningful change.
0191 743 3588 View 0191 743 3588
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Michelle Spendlove
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Hi, I'm Michelle - a BACP registered & NCPS Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist/Counsellor, providing one-to-one therapy for adults, in the semi-rural, historic area of Liversedge, West Yorkshire. I offer the flexibility of in-person, walk-&-talk sessions, or remote support via video link. Clients often say my down-to-earth demeanor and open-mindedness help them feel comfortable and understood. I attribute this to my years of psychotherapeutic training and my unusual life experiences, which have helped me be completely non-judgemental in my work. I operate my practice with compassion, viewing you as a person – not a 'patient'.
Hi, I'm Michelle - a BACP registered & NCPS Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist/Counsellor, providing one-to-one therapy for adults, in the semi-rural, historic area of Liversedge, West Yorkshire. I offer the flexibility of in-person, walk-&-talk sessions, or remote support via video link. Clients often say my down-to-earth demeanor and open-mindedness help them feel comfortable and understood. I attribute this to my years of psychotherapeutic training and my unusual life experiences, which have helped me be completely non-judgemental in my work. I operate my practice with compassion, viewing you as a person – not a 'patient'.
01484 240372 View 01484 240372
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Dawn Louise Elsegood
Counsellor, MBACP
It takes a lot of courage to ask for help. I understand this and work with you in a compassionate, gentle and transparent manner. Honesty and caring are the foundation stones of my work. I believe "Life is as Good as You Feel". I will help you to work through the difficulties you are facing in your life and difficult decisions you may have to make to change things
It takes a lot of courage to ask for help. I understand this and work with you in a compassionate, gentle and transparent manner. Honesty and caring are the foundation stones of my work. I believe "Life is as Good as You Feel". I will help you to work through the difficulties you are facing in your life and difficult decisions you may have to make to change things
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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.