Self Esteem Counselling in Belfast

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Jean McMinn
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Snr. Accred
Belfast BT9
Understanding the impact of past experience on the present helps to increase self esteem and allows you to make important positive changes in your life.
Please check out my website - www.jeanmcminntherapy.co.uk - I work with individuals and groups and I have a special interest in trauma, anxiety, identity, self esteem, depression, relationships and women's relationship to food and body image.I have specialist training in trauma and body centred psychotherapy and relationship therapy.
Understanding the impact of past experience on the present helps to increase self esteem and allows you to make important positive changes in your life.
Please check out my website - www.jeanmcminntherapy.co.uk - I work with individuals and groups and I have a special interest in trauma, anxiety, identity, self esteem, depression, relationships and women's relationship to food and body image.I have specialist training in trauma and body centred psychotherapy and relationship therapy.
028 2502 2731 View 028 2502 2731
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Shane Morrow
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I have had extensive experience in working with Adult & Adolescent clients experiencing anxiety, low self esteem, depression, trauma
Often we feel we cannot share issues with family or friends, for fear of impacting these relationships or attempts at being rescued, where all we need is to be listened to. Often we are experiencing emotional turmoil, doubt , guilt, fear or sadness to the point we perceive ourselves as carrying the burden alone. This is the opportunity for you to be heard, to explore and consider solutions and new possibilities for the future in a non-judgemental and collaborative therapeutic relationship. We can explore the past, the present or we can explore future plans and/or work on solutions to current problems.
I have had extensive experience in working with Adult & Adolescent clients experiencing anxiety, low self esteem, depression, trauma
Often we feel we cannot share issues with family or friends, for fear of impacting these relationships or attempts at being rescued, where all we need is to be listened to. Often we are experiencing emotional turmoil, doubt , guilt, fear or sadness to the point we perceive ourselves as carrying the burden alone. This is the opportunity for you to be heard, to explore and consider solutions and new possibilities for the future in a non-judgemental and collaborative therapeutic relationship. We can explore the past, the present or we can explore future plans and/or work on solutions to current problems.
028 9692 8118 View 028 9692 8118
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Alison Jamieson
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT5
Working together, I can help you explore evidence based ways to manage anxiety, depression, low self esteem, panic attacks or feeling sad.
I work with clients to enable them to break the vicious cycle of negative thinking, feeling & behaving through CBT. Also a qualified Yoga Teacher, I integrate evidence-based Yoga Psychology practices to support with emotional regulation & strengthening the mind-body connection. Offering an enhanced more embodied approach to CBT to support mental health.
Working together, I can help you explore evidence based ways to manage anxiety, depression, low self esteem, panic attacks or feeling sad.
I work with clients to enable them to break the vicious cycle of negative thinking, feeling & behaving through CBT. Also a qualified Yoga Teacher, I integrate evidence-based Yoga Psychology practices to support with emotional regulation & strengthening the mind-body connection. Offering an enhanced more embodied approach to CBT to support mental health.
028 9692 8918 View 028 9692 8918
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Laura Stoops
Counsellor, MBACP
Belfast BT8
I have supported people when things are feeling too much and are becoming overwhelming. Things we have to do can build up and up and it can feel like they are forming a brick wall that we need to find a way over. Do you feel this way? Is it a struggle to cope? Do you have racing thoughts, or thoughts that are so loud that you can't focus on anything else? Do you have so much to do that you don't know where to start and you just can't relax? Are you in a safe and supportive relationship now, and feel like hurtful or traumatic experiences from your past are getting in the way of day-to-day life or you fear conflict?
I have supported people when things are feeling too much and are becoming overwhelming. Things we have to do can build up and up and it can feel like they are forming a brick wall that we need to find a way over. Do you feel this way? Is it a struggle to cope? Do you have racing thoughts, or thoughts that are so loud that you can't focus on anything else? Do you have so much to do that you don't know where to start and you just can't relax? Are you in a safe and supportive relationship now, and feel like hurtful or traumatic experiences from your past are getting in the way of day-to-day life or you fear conflict?
028 3829 4789 View 028 3829 4789
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Lesley Delaney
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Belfast BT5
When I work with clients struggling with anxiety and self esteem, I focus on building up self- esteem , challenging negative self-talk and developing self -compassion.
I offer a safe relaxed space where you will be really listened to without judgement. My aim is to help you to understand yourself better, change destructive behavioural patterns, improve your emotional wellbeing and take more control of your life. Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed or depressed? Perhaps you are stuck or dissatisfied with your life or your relationship? Maybe work is taking over your life? Do you need help to make a change? Together we can explore your feelings, to make sense of what is happening or happened in your life. Together we can explore new perspectives. I am here to help you to achieve your goals.
When I work with clients struggling with anxiety and self esteem, I focus on building up self- esteem , challenging negative self-talk and developing self -compassion.
I offer a safe relaxed space where you will be really listened to without judgement. My aim is to help you to understand yourself better, change destructive behavioural patterns, improve your emotional wellbeing and take more control of your life. Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed or depressed? Perhaps you are stuck or dissatisfied with your life or your relationship? Maybe work is taking over your life? Do you need help to make a change? Together we can explore your feelings, to make sense of what is happening or happened in your life. Together we can explore new perspectives. I am here to help you to achieve your goals.
028 9692 8076 View 028 9692 8076
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Orla Turley - Counselling and EMDR
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Perhaps you are struggling with trauma, low self-esteem, confidence issues, knowing your worth or perhaps unable to set boundaries? I am qualified in EMDR. EMDR will help you process traumatic memories that seem to be stuck or holding you back. Do you feel like you always come last and need to prioritise yourself? Maybe you don't feel understood or heard? I can help with that – change is possible! With the right space, support and time you can learn tools to help with day to day functioning. Therapy can help you accept your past and get clarity on the future.
Perhaps you are struggling with trauma, low self-esteem, confidence issues, knowing your worth or perhaps unable to set boundaries? I am qualified in EMDR. EMDR will help you process traumatic memories that seem to be stuck or holding you back. Do you feel like you always come last and need to prioritise yourself? Maybe you don't feel understood or heard? I can help with that – change is possible! With the right space, support and time you can learn tools to help with day to day functioning. Therapy can help you accept your past and get clarity on the future.
01571 598047 View 01571 598047
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Deborah Kinkead
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Many thanks for choosing to look at my profile. My name is Deborah and I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Integrative Therapist. have been working with clients for several years now and have had the privilege of seeing many people improve their quality of life through counselling. I have been working with young people and adults since 2011 and have a wide range of experience in dealing with many issues such as abuse, addiction, anger issues, anxiety, bereavement, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, unemployment, and many more. Please refer to the bottom of this page to view a fuller list.
Many thanks for choosing to look at my profile. My name is Deborah and I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Integrative Therapist. have been working with clients for several years now and have had the privilege of seeing many people improve their quality of life through counselling. I have been working with young people and adults since 2011 and have a wide range of experience in dealing with many issues such as abuse, addiction, anger issues, anxiety, bereavement, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, unemployment, and many more. Please refer to the bottom of this page to view a fuller list.
07476 561402 View 07476 561402
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Heal To Wellness
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, my name is Kathy. I have experience working with a wide range of issues, particularly anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, addiction and grief. I have a profound passion for working with young people aged 11 to 18 years old, as I'm also a Senior Youth Worker.
Hi, my name is Kathy. I have experience working with a wide range of issues, particularly anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, addiction and grief. I have a profound passion for working with young people aged 11 to 18 years old, as I'm also a Senior Youth Worker.
028 9694 3198 View 028 9694 3198
Photo of Jennifer Christie - Jen Christie Counselling, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Jen Christie Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Relationships, grief, regret, fears, sadness, hurt...these experiences are familiar to us all but sometimes, when we're in the middle of the mess, we just need to be seen, to be heard, to be acknowledged, understood and accepted. Having a safe space to talk, think and feel our way through it all can often bring the peace, clarity, rest and encouragement to do the next little part of our journey. Finding the right counsellor can be tricky and it is a brave thing to seek help...well done for taking that first step.
Relationships, grief, regret, fears, sadness, hurt...these experiences are familiar to us all but sometimes, when we're in the middle of the mess, we just need to be seen, to be heard, to be acknowledged, understood and accepted. Having a safe space to talk, think and feel our way through it all can often bring the peace, clarity, rest and encouragement to do the next little part of our journey. Finding the right counsellor can be tricky and it is a brave thing to seek help...well done for taking that first step.
028 9694 3240 View 028 9694 3240
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Rachel Karen Creighton
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi thank you for visiting my profile. I work in an integrative way which means I use different counselling techniques depending on what works best for, you, the client. I believe in a person centred approach which helps clients to reconnect with their core values and sense of self-worth. This approach, along with other tools, can help facilitate the client's personal growth by enabling them to explore and utilise their own strengths. I also use CBT when appropriate and psychodynamic therapy.
Hi thank you for visiting my profile. I work in an integrative way which means I use different counselling techniques depending on what works best for, you, the client. I believe in a person centred approach which helps clients to reconnect with their core values and sense of self-worth. This approach, along with other tools, can help facilitate the client's personal growth by enabling them to explore and utilise their own strengths. I also use CBT when appropriate and psychodynamic therapy.
028 3829 8598 View 028 3829 8598
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Carole Chambers
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I understand that we can have difficulties with thoughts, feelings, circumstances and relationships leading to confusion, low self esteem, lack of confidence, stress and difficulty coping with life.
I offer you an empathic and non judgemental space where we can explore what's happening for you, and how you are experiencing your life. I am a person centred/Integrative Counsellor, meaning that I adapt sessions to your individual needs, ensuring you feel heard and understood in our sessions together. I know that your experience is unique to you.
I understand that we can have difficulties with thoughts, feelings, circumstances and relationships leading to confusion, low self esteem, lack of confidence, stress and difficulty coping with life.
I offer you an empathic and non judgemental space where we can explore what's happening for you, and how you are experiencing your life. I am a person centred/Integrative Counsellor, meaning that I adapt sessions to your individual needs, ensuring you feel heard and understood in our sessions together. I know that your experience is unique to you.
01571 590117 View 01571 590117
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Dr Catherine Storey
Verified Verified
Online Only
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is a courageous step. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or simply trying to make sense of your feelings, know that you don’t have to face it alone.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is a courageous step. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or simply trying to make sense of your feelings, know that you don’t have to face it alone.
01492 550789 View 01492 550789
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Rebecca Montgomery
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
A high achiever with fierce determination & ambition? Keep reading... For me it was a Prep & Grammar school education with a win mentality, second best was never an option. An ongoing career in a ruthless music industry as a professional female drummer. What was the result? Burnout & exhaustion, Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem & confidence, crippling perfectionism, setting high expectations that were impossible to reach & constant feelings of failure. Whether it be a high powered career, creative arts, sports and athletics or perhaps being brought up in a society that expects too much - you are not alone.
A high achiever with fierce determination & ambition? Keep reading... For me it was a Prep & Grammar school education with a win mentality, second best was never an option. An ongoing career in a ruthless music industry as a professional female drummer. What was the result? Burnout & exhaustion, Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem & confidence, crippling perfectionism, setting high expectations that were impossible to reach & constant feelings of failure. Whether it be a high powered career, creative arts, sports and athletics or perhaps being brought up in a society that expects too much - you are not alone.
028 9694 3398 View 028 9694 3398
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Sinead Corey Play Therapy
Counsellor, MA, PTUK Accred
Serves Area
Hello my name is Sinead and I am an Accredited Play Therapist and Registered SandStory Therapist. I have twenty-six years’ experience in a mainstream primary school where I have specialised as a Nurture Room Teacher. I am experienced in supporting children with Attachment Type Difficulties, Selective Mutism, and children diagnosed with with ASD and ADHD. I have supported children experiencing isolation and bullying and have empowered children to build resilience and develop social skills with their peers. I have extensive knowledge of working with individuals and with small groups of children/young people and their parents.
Hello my name is Sinead and I am an Accredited Play Therapist and Registered SandStory Therapist. I have twenty-six years’ experience in a mainstream primary school where I have specialised as a Nurture Room Teacher. I am experienced in supporting children with Attachment Type Difficulties, Selective Mutism, and children diagnosed with with ASD and ADHD. I have supported children experiencing isolation and bullying and have empowered children to build resilience and develop social skills with their peers. I have extensive knowledge of working with individuals and with small groups of children/young people and their parents.
028 9694 3693 View 028 9694 3693
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Claire McGleenan
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My name is Claire, I specialize working with young people from the age of 15 years old and adults. I am an integrative counsellor, meaning I tailor my counselling style to the needs of the client. I am highly experienced working with grief, anxiety, depression/low mood, bullying, exam/school pressures, identity and self-esteem to name a few. I provide a safe and confidential space in the peaceful setting of Benburb Priory, where we work together to help understand your healing journey. I believe you already have the tools you need to succeed, together we can shine a light on them to help you better yourself and your circumstances.
My name is Claire, I specialize working with young people from the age of 15 years old and adults. I am an integrative counsellor, meaning I tailor my counselling style to the needs of the client. I am highly experienced working with grief, anxiety, depression/low mood, bullying, exam/school pressures, identity and self-esteem to name a few. I provide a safe and confidential space in the peaceful setting of Benburb Priory, where we work together to help understand your healing journey. I believe you already have the tools you need to succeed, together we can shine a light on them to help you better yourself and your circumstances.
028 9163 8625 View 028 9163 8625
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Stanley Blain
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have a range of experience working with issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Low Self Esteem and Bereavement.
I offer an integrated counselling and hypnotherapy service to enable clients to explore the issues that are impacting on there lives in order for them to discover ways of improving and living more effectively.
I have a range of experience working with issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Low Self Esteem and Bereavement.
I offer an integrated counselling and hypnotherapy service to enable clients to explore the issues that are impacting on there lives in order for them to discover ways of improving and living more effectively.
07588 667443 View 07588 667443
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Experienced Counsellor and Mother-Daughter Coach, primarily offering a range of therapies to teens, young adults and students who may be struggling with exam stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, sexuality, identity and the many other issues commonly faced by these age groups. I have gained substantial experience helping young people with their problems across the schools counselling service in Primary, Post Primary and Special Education. I also work with adults on a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, relationships, lonelienss and grief within the Community, Voluntary Sector and Private Practice.
Experienced Counsellor and Mother-Daughter Coach, primarily offering a range of therapies to teens, young adults and students who may be struggling with exam stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, sexuality, identity and the many other issues commonly faced by these age groups. I have gained substantial experience helping young people with their problems across the schools counselling service in Primary, Post Primary and Special Education. I also work with adults on a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, relationships, lonelienss and grief within the Community, Voluntary Sector and Private Practice.
028 9694 3732 View 028 9694 3732
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Aimee McIvor
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Belfast BT9
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with experience providing psychological assessment and support to children, adolescents, and adults. CBT aims to provide a reflective model within which we can develop a deeper insight to our experiences and emotions, and to understand the impact of these on our daily lives. Often times, struggles such as anxiety or depression are a maintained by thoughts which have become stuck in negative cycles. CBT helps to identify these negative thought patterns and to challenge them, helping to highlight new perspectives and reduce the negative impact.
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with experience providing psychological assessment and support to children, adolescents, and adults. CBT aims to provide a reflective model within which we can develop a deeper insight to our experiences and emotions, and to understand the impact of these on our daily lives. Often times, struggles such as anxiety or depression are a maintained by thoughts which have become stuck in negative cycles. CBT helps to identify these negative thought patterns and to challenge them, helping to highlight new perspectives and reduce the negative impact.
028 9694 3474 View 028 9694 3474
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Minford McBride
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT4
I have 12 years post-qualification experience supporting clients with a range of issues, including grief and loss in its many forms. I have worked with Cruse Bereavement Care since 2011 as counsellor in the community, within prisons & as a trainer. I support clients manage their anxiety; depression; self-esteem; unhelpful thinking; adverse childhood experiences; sexuality and gender identity; abuse and risk of abusing; relationships - breakdowns, improving them & changing unhelpful patterns.  I have worked extensively with adolescents in school and college settings and with adults from a diversity of backgrounds.
I have 12 years post-qualification experience supporting clients with a range of issues, including grief and loss in its many forms. I have worked with Cruse Bereavement Care since 2011 as counsellor in the community, within prisons & as a trainer. I support clients manage their anxiety; depression; self-esteem; unhelpful thinking; adverse childhood experiences; sexuality and gender identity; abuse and risk of abusing; relationships - breakdowns, improving them & changing unhelpful patterns.  I have worked extensively with adolescents in school and college settings and with adults from a diversity of backgrounds.
07723 496681 View 07723 496681
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Ursula Loughran/ThriveCBTni
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Belfast BT9
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with BABCP and have experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, OCD, panic or simply just feeling overwhelmed with life.
Trained in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), I use proven, evidence-based techniques recommended by NICE (National Institute for Care and Excellence). Through CBT we will explore how thoughts, feelings and behaviour are interlinked. With this increased self awareness, our shared goal, is that you become your own best therapist.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with BABCP and have experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, OCD, panic or simply just feeling overwhelmed with life.
Trained in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), I use proven, evidence-based techniques recommended by NICE (National Institute for Care and Excellence). Through CBT we will explore how thoughts, feelings and behaviour are interlinked. With this increased self awareness, our shared goal, is that you become your own best therapist.
028 9124 1471 View 028 9124 1471

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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.