Body Image Counselling in Wickford
My name is Oluwabukola Ruth Aina, and I am qualified therapeutic counsellor, an accredited member of National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
I believe that being truly heard can be one of the most powerful and healing experiences a person can have. In a world where many people feel the need to hide their struggles, I offers a space where you can be open, honest, and accepted without judgement. Providing a calm and compassionate environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely and at your own pace.
My name is Oluwabukola Ruth Aina, and I am qualified therapeutic counsellor, an accredited member of National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
I believe that being truly heard can be one of the most powerful and healing experiences a person can have. In a world where many people feel the need to hide their struggles, I offers a space where you can be open, honest, and accepted without judgement. Providing a calm and compassionate environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely and at your own pace.
I am an experienced BABCP accredited Psychotherapist who is passionate about the wellbeing of people. I have worked in mental health for 10+ years, offering a range of services for people who may be struggling with their mental health. I adopt a person centred approach which is why treatment will be in collaboration with you, the client. Treatment will be centred around your goals using an evidence based treatment.
I am an experienced BABCP accredited Psychotherapist who is passionate about the wellbeing of people. I have worked in mental health for 10+ years, offering a range of services for people who may be struggling with their mental health. I adopt a person centred approach which is why treatment will be in collaboration with you, the client. Treatment will be centred around your goals using an evidence based treatment.
Hello, My name is Leanne and I am a fully qualified counsellor in Essex. I have over ten years' experience volunteering and working in mental health; currently in the NHS as a CBT therapist. I also deliver Mental Health First Aid training. I offer face to face sessions in a private space with off street parking. I also offer online (zoom) and telephone sessions.
Hello, My name is Leanne and I am a fully qualified counsellor in Essex. I have over ten years' experience volunteering and working in mental health; currently in the NHS as a CBT therapist. I also deliver Mental Health First Aid training. I offer face to face sessions in a private space with off street parking. I also offer online (zoom) and telephone sessions.
My aim is to help you make sense of your feelings, thoughts, and patterns of relating, especially those that may feel confusing or repetitive. Together, we can explore not only what is happening in your life now, but also how past experiences and relationships continue to shape your present. Within this trusting and confidential space, you may begin to notice connections between past and present, understand the roots of emotional pain, and discover new ways of being. By paying gentle attention to what unfolds between us, we can bring what is unconscious into awareness, opening the possibility for change and growth.
My aim is to help you make sense of your feelings, thoughts, and patterns of relating, especially those that may feel confusing or repetitive. Together, we can explore not only what is happening in your life now, but also how past experiences and relationships continue to shape your present. Within this trusting and confidential space, you may begin to notice connections between past and present, understand the roots of emotional pain, and discover new ways of being. By paying gentle attention to what unfolds between us, we can bring what is unconscious into awareness, opening the possibility for change and growth.
Hi, I'm Chevair and I know how overwhelming it can feel to struggle with intense emotions, distress, or relationship challenges. If you feel stuck in cycles of emotional pain, impulsivity, or disconnection, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
With over 14 years of experience as a therapist—and the last five specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)for The Priory Hospital—I help people develop the skills they need to regulate emotions, tolerate distress, and build meaningful relationships.
Hi, I'm Chevair and I know how overwhelming it can feel to struggle with intense emotions, distress, or relationship challenges. If you feel stuck in cycles of emotional pain, impulsivity, or disconnection, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.
With over 14 years of experience as a therapist—and the last five specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)for The Priory Hospital—I help people develop the skills they need to regulate emotions, tolerate distress, and build meaningful relationships.
Are you going through difficult times at work or college feeling stressed and overwhelmed with a sense of dread every morning? Maybe you feel anxiety that you cannot live up to expectations or are comparing yourself to others. If you want space to work things though and make sense of it all, I will listen warmly, and support you in finding clarity and personal insight through reflection in our guided conversations.
I offer neurodivergence support (with or without diagnosis) recognising the mental challenges it brings; overwhelm, anxiety, low mood, emotional disregulation and social anxiety.
Are you going through difficult times at work or college feeling stressed and overwhelmed with a sense of dread every morning? Maybe you feel anxiety that you cannot live up to expectations or are comparing yourself to others. If you want space to work things though and make sense of it all, I will listen warmly, and support you in finding clarity and personal insight through reflection in our guided conversations.
I offer neurodivergence support (with or without diagnosis) recognising the mental challenges it brings; overwhelm, anxiety, low mood, emotional disregulation and social anxiety.
People seek counselling for a variety of reasons, and beginning therapy can be a courageous and meaningful step into exploring and working through difficulties causing anxiety, emotional pain or psychological distress. My approach is grounded in warmth, genuineness and acceptance to provide a safe, supportive and respectful space that is free from judgment. I aim to offer clients a more flexible and bespoke therapeutic experience, tailoring sessions to suit unique needs and circumstances, that fosters a journey of self-awareness, personal growth and healing. I welcome referrals from adults 18 years+.
People seek counselling for a variety of reasons, and beginning therapy can be a courageous and meaningful step into exploring and working through difficulties causing anxiety, emotional pain or psychological distress. My approach is grounded in warmth, genuineness and acceptance to provide a safe, supportive and respectful space that is free from judgment. I aim to offer clients a more flexible and bespoke therapeutic experience, tailoring sessions to suit unique needs and circumstances, that fosters a journey of self-awareness, personal growth and healing. I welcome referrals from adults 18 years+.
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Loving your kids but losing yourself? I provide specialised online therapy for every step of motherhood, from pregnancy and postpartum to the intense toddler and preschool years. Motherhood changes you on every level- biologically, psychologically, and emotionally, yet nobody prepares you for that shift.If you are struggling and cannot quite understand why, matrescence might be the missing piece.
Matrescence is the profound psychological, neurological and identity transformation of becoming a mother. Understanding it changed everything for my clients and I believe it can change everything for you.
Loving your kids but losing yourself? I provide specialised online therapy for every step of motherhood, from pregnancy and postpartum to the intense toddler and preschool years. Motherhood changes you on every level- biologically, psychologically, and emotionally, yet nobody prepares you for that shift.If you are struggling and cannot quite understand why, matrescence might be the missing piece.
Matrescence is the profound psychological, neurological and identity transformation of becoming a mother. Understanding it changed everything for my clients and I believe it can change everything for you.
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.
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.
My specialist areas include managing anxiety, overcoming low self esteem, and support with body image issues and low confidence.
To any potential new clients - I offer you a very warm welcome.
Sometimes navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming on your own. Sometimes your true self can feel far away.
Whether you are trying to find a sense of self, feeling anxious and stressed, or battling low self esteem, I believe that every individual has the ability to form their own unique path forward.
My specialist areas include managing anxiety, overcoming low self esteem, and support with body image issues and low confidence.
To any potential new clients - I offer you a very warm welcome.
Sometimes navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming on your own. Sometimes your true self can feel far away.
Whether you are trying to find a sense of self, feeling anxious and stressed, or battling low self esteem, I believe that every individual has the ability to form their own unique path forward.
Hi, I'm Shannon. I have 15 years experience as a registered Clinical Psychologist (HCPC) and 20 years experience in the mental health field.
Whether you are a busy working mum struggling to juggle your responsibilities, trying to heal from past trauma, going through a difficult life transition, or experiencing relationship difficulties, a safe, discreet and validating therapeutic space can provide an opportunity to overcome your difficulties, develop strategies to help you cope better and, ultimately, thrive.
Hi, I'm Shannon. I have 15 years experience as a registered Clinical Psychologist (HCPC) and 20 years experience in the mental health field.
Whether you are a busy working mum struggling to juggle your responsibilities, trying to heal from past trauma, going through a difficult life transition, or experiencing relationship difficulties, a safe, discreet and validating therapeutic space can provide an opportunity to overcome your difficulties, develop strategies to help you cope better and, ultimately, thrive.
I collaborate in a psychologically safe space using a trauma-informed approach, focusing on issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, insomnia, imposter syndrome, grief/loss, body image, perfectionism, relationships issues, childhood trauma, domestic abuse, addiction, sexual abuse, anger, OCD, eating disorders, identity, and spiritual concerns.
As a dedicated psychotherapist and clinical supervisor, I apply diverse therapeutic modalities to help clients understand and dialogue to gain insights. My collaborative approach encourages openness and fosters a safe, non-judgmental environment for validation. I work with individuals to explore trauma narratives, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. I provide clinical supervision through an intersectional lens, examining the diverse identities that shape individuals and I work with emerging therapists, students, and health professionals, creating a growth-oriented space to navigate the complexities of their practice.
I collaborate in a psychologically safe space using a trauma-informed approach, focusing on issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, insomnia, imposter syndrome, grief/loss, body image, perfectionism, relationships issues, childhood trauma, domestic abuse, addiction, sexual abuse, anger, OCD, eating disorders, identity, and spiritual concerns.
As a dedicated psychotherapist and clinical supervisor, I apply diverse therapeutic modalities to help clients understand and dialogue to gain insights. My collaborative approach encourages openness and fosters a safe, non-judgmental environment for validation. I work with individuals to explore trauma narratives, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. I provide clinical supervision through an intersectional lens, examining the diverse identities that shape individuals and I work with emerging therapists, students, and health professionals, creating a growth-oriented space to navigate the complexities of their practice.
I'm able to help most people who are navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship patterns that keep repeating, or the effects of trauma — wherever they're starting from, whatever their capacity looks like right now. My commitment is to work with you until we find what actually shifts things, drawing on evidence-based approaches — psychoanalytic, CBT, relational or existential — tailored to what you need rather than a fixed method. Together, we move from feeling stuck to understanding why, and from there, forward. Sessions online, in English, Latvian or Russian.
I'm able to help most people who are navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship patterns that keep repeating, or the effects of trauma — wherever they're starting from, whatever their capacity looks like right now. My commitment is to work with you until we find what actually shifts things, drawing on evidence-based approaches — psychoanalytic, CBT, relational or existential — tailored to what you need rather than a fixed method. Together, we move from feeling stuck to understanding why, and from there, forward. Sessions online, in English, Latvian or Russian.
As a Sex and Relationship therapist, I support clients experiencing a wide range of concerns, both of a sexual or relational nature.
Our experiences of sex, intimacy, and connection are deeply personal, and when challenges arise, they can affect how we see ourselves and how we relate to others.
I can support you in navigating complex emotions and difficult circumstances, fostering self-awareness, resilience, and growth. Together, we can explore patterns in your relationships, navigate conflict, and work towards improving communication and understanding.
As a Sex and Relationship therapist, I support clients experiencing a wide range of concerns, both of a sexual or relational nature.
Our experiences of sex, intimacy, and connection are deeply personal, and when challenges arise, they can affect how we see ourselves and how we relate to others.
I can support you in navigating complex emotions and difficult circumstances, fostering self-awareness, resilience, and growth. Together, we can explore patterns in your relationships, navigate conflict, and work towards improving communication and understanding.
I specialize in treatment of Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Cluster B and Dark Triad abuse survivors, as well as PTSD and CPTSD. As a survivor myself of Narcissistic abuse, I understand the many subtle but devastating ways this abuse can destroy your very sense of self. I bring a bespoke and individually tailored approach to my sessions. I’m here to listen to your story, believe you and to aid you on your healing journey.
I specialize in treatment of Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Cluster B and Dark Triad abuse survivors, as well as PTSD and CPTSD. As a survivor myself of Narcissistic abuse, I understand the many subtle but devastating ways this abuse can destroy your very sense of self. I bring a bespoke and individually tailored approach to my sessions. I’m here to listen to your story, believe you and to aid you on your healing journey.
You might be someone who’s thoughtful and self-aware, yet still feel stuck, lost, or disconnected. On the surface, things may look fine, but something doesn’t sit right. You may be navigating a transition, questioning who you are, or wanting more depth and meaning in your life. You’ve likely tried to make sense of things on your own. Here, we slow down, explore what’s going on beneath the surface, and begin to find a way forward that feels more true to you.
You might be someone who’s thoughtful and self-aware, yet still feel stuck, lost, or disconnected. On the surface, things may look fine, but something doesn’t sit right. You may be navigating a transition, questioning who you are, or wanting more depth and meaning in your life. You’ve likely tried to make sense of things on your own. Here, we slow down, explore what’s going on beneath the surface, and begin to find a way forward that feels more true to you.
Low/no desire, body image, sex & performance anxiety, intimate partner relationships e
Mardi is a qualified and Registered Psychosexual & Relationship Therapist specialising in individuals and couples+ experiencing low or no desire, fear of intimacy or sexually avoidant, sexual function issues, performance anxiety, menopause, relationship issues, mismatched desire, infidelity and much more. Mardi is LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly and will work with you at your own pace. She also specialises in working with clients with Body Dysmorphic Disorder.
Low/no desire, body image, sex & performance anxiety, intimate partner relationships e
Mardi is a qualified and Registered Psychosexual & Relationship Therapist specialising in individuals and couples+ experiencing low or no desire, fear of intimacy or sexually avoidant, sexual function issues, performance anxiety, menopause, relationship issues, mismatched desire, infidelity and much more. Mardi is LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly and will work with you at your own pace. She also specialises in working with clients with Body Dysmorphic Disorder.
Are you struggling with hormonal health, anxiety, or navigating a significant life transition?
Life changes, hormonal challenges like PMDD or perimenopause, and emotional struggles can leave you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. If you’re experiencing anxiety, low mood, ADHD symptoms, or relationship challenges, know that you’re not alone. These feelings happen for a reason, and with the right support, they can change. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and create a therapy plan to help you regain control and feel more like yourself.
Are you struggling with hormonal health, anxiety, or navigating a significant life transition?
Life changes, hormonal challenges like PMDD or perimenopause, and emotional struggles can leave you feeling overwhelmed or stuck. If you’re experiencing anxiety, low mood, ADHD symptoms, or relationship challenges, know that you’re not alone. These feelings happen for a reason, and with the right support, they can change. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and create a therapy plan to help you regain control and feel more like yourself.
I help women struggling with weight, food, body image, self-worth, confidence and people-pleasing, by working with the deeper patterns underneath.
I work with women who are exhausted by dieting, starting again, and feeling like they’re constantly battling themselves.
Maybe you use food to cope, numb out, reward yourself, or hide. You might know exactly what you “should” be doing, but still find yourself repeating the same habits. You might dislike your body, compare yourself to others, people-please, or constantly question if you’re good enough.
These aren’t random behaviours. They are ingrained patterns, and there are reasons why they are there, but we can change them.
I help women struggling with weight, food, body image, self-worth, confidence and people-pleasing, by working with the deeper patterns underneath.
I work with women who are exhausted by dieting, starting again, and feeling like they’re constantly battling themselves.
Maybe you use food to cope, numb out, reward yourself, or hide. You might know exactly what you “should” be doing, but still find yourself repeating the same habits. You might dislike your body, compare yourself to others, people-please, or constantly question if you’re good enough.
These aren’t random behaviours. They are ingrained patterns, and there are reasons why they are there, but we can change them.
Are you feeling confused, stuck or simply curious about developing your authentic self, cultivating healthier and more fulfilling relationships, or finding ways to create purposeful life changes & realise your full potential?
Do you need a therapist who understands LGBTQ+ experiences, neurodiversity, cultural identity & polyamory dynamics? Someone who can support your personal process or mediate between you & your partner(s), family, friends or polycule?
If this resonates with you, I can help. I offer tailored online humanistic & existential therapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and groups — in both English & French.
Are you feeling confused, stuck or simply curious about developing your authentic self, cultivating healthier and more fulfilling relationships, or finding ways to create purposeful life changes & realise your full potential?
Do you need a therapist who understands LGBTQ+ experiences, neurodiversity, cultural identity & polyamory dynamics? Someone who can support your personal process or mediate between you & your partner(s), family, friends or polycule?
If this resonates with you, I can help. I offer tailored online humanistic & existential therapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and groups — in both English & French.
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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.