Self Esteem Counselling in Sandgate

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Donna Harrison Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Sandgate CT20  (Online Only)
I specialise in weight management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, phobias, post natal depression, trauma/birth trauma.
I offer both short and long term therapy and Clinical Supervision to adults. I can offer face to face sessions based in Folkestone or telephone sessions. I am also a trained EMDR Therapist and can help you with trauma, PTSD, OCD, or pain. I am a Licensed Core Practitioner for Understanding Your Eating so if you need help with weight management and having a better relationship with food, I can help you.
I specialise in weight management, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, phobias, post natal depression, trauma/birth trauma.
I offer both short and long term therapy and Clinical Supervision to adults. I can offer face to face sessions based in Folkestone or telephone sessions. I am also a trained EMDR Therapist and can help you with trauma, PTSD, OCD, or pain. I am a Licensed Core Practitioner for Understanding Your Eating so if you need help with weight management and having a better relationship with food, I can help you.
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Photo of Michelle Marie Morrison - BVY Counselling, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
BVY Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Folkestone CT20
Hello I’m Michelle an integrative Counsellor who has experience working internationally with clients who struggle with Stress and Anxiety, coping with Addictions and intimacy related issues. I also have experience working with motivation, self esteem and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Hello I’m Michelle an integrative Counsellor who has experience working internationally with clients who struggle with Stress and Anxiety, coping with Addictions and intimacy related issues. I also have experience working with motivation, self esteem and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
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Cathy Orchard
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT20
I believe that every person contains within them the potential for their own growth and healing, for moving from self-criticism to self-compassion, and for creating the change they want to experience. Therapy can realise this potential. I'm trained integratively, and work with your body and mine, and what occurs between us to access unconscious processes and facilitate change. I recognise and value the whole of you, working collaboratively to build self-awareness, decrease stress, and develop confidence, self-esteem, self-compassion and creativity, to enable more satisfying relationships, including your relationship with yourself.
I believe that every person contains within them the potential for their own growth and healing, for moving from self-criticism to self-compassion, and for creating the change they want to experience. Therapy can realise this potential. I'm trained integratively, and work with your body and mine, and what occurs between us to access unconscious processes and facilitate change. I recognise and value the whole of you, working collaboratively to build self-awareness, decrease stress, and develop confidence, self-esteem, self-compassion and creativity, to enable more satisfying relationships, including your relationship with yourself.
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Kirsty Austin Mbacp Accred
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT19  (Online Only)
As an Accredited Integrative Counsellor & EMDR Therapist I understand that you are unique and I will adapt my professional skills to your needs. I have extensive experience working with Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Phobias, Depression, Bereavement, Stress, Low Self Esteem and much more. I aim to provide a warm, accepting environment that is confidential and safe. Developing a supportive, non-judgmental relationship to facilitate self understanding, new insights and to help individuals find new ways of being. EMDR is my preferred way of working with trauma & difficult memories that have helped shaped you into the adult you are today.
As an Accredited Integrative Counsellor & EMDR Therapist I understand that you are unique and I will adapt my professional skills to your needs. I have extensive experience working with Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Phobias, Depression, Bereavement, Stress, Low Self Esteem and much more. I aim to provide a warm, accepting environment that is confidential and safe. Developing a supportive, non-judgmental relationship to facilitate self understanding, new insights and to help individuals find new ways of being. EMDR is my preferred way of working with trauma & difficult memories that have helped shaped you into the adult you are today.
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Inspire Therapy Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT18
We are an established and experienced service supporting clients with a wide range of emotional issues. Integral to our working ethos is the therapeutic relationship, where we endeavour to help our clients with self-awareness, self- acceptance, resilience, re-connection and ultimately healing. We offer an integrative approach which draws from a range of psychological theories, with a foundation based in counselling. As therapists we work to understand your experience from your perspective, which can help restore a connection to your inner values and sense of self-worth, thus enabling you to find a way to move forward & progress.
We are an established and experienced service supporting clients with a wide range of emotional issues. Integral to our working ethos is the therapeutic relationship, where we endeavour to help our clients with self-awareness, self- acceptance, resilience, re-connection and ultimately healing. We offer an integrative approach which draws from a range of psychological theories, with a foundation based in counselling. As therapists we work to understand your experience from your perspective, which can help restore a connection to your inner values and sense of self-worth, thus enabling you to find a way to move forward & progress.
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Emma Joy Plaskett
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT20
Hi I'm Emma, a qualified Integrative Counsellor based in Folkestone, Kent. My counselling practice, Ember Therapy, was born from the concept of those moments we all have in life when we feel like our fire has burnt out and everything seems hopeless. I am passionate about reigniting that fire inside people- whether it's fresh vision for the future, finding freedom from addiction or discovering who you truly are.
Hi I'm Emma, a qualified Integrative Counsellor based in Folkestone, Kent. My counselling practice, Ember Therapy, was born from the concept of those moments we all have in life when we feel like our fire has burnt out and everything seems hopeless. I am passionate about reigniting that fire inside people- whether it's fresh vision for the future, finding freedom from addiction or discovering who you truly are.
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Drew Heath
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT18
Dating Problems? I help get you the love-life you want. Whether you are single, in a bad relationship, or recovering from a breakup. The pain of rejection hurts too much. The fear of being all alone. They never want you. You are never good enough. It'll keep happening until we break this cycle. If that's your problem - I'm who can fix it.
Dating Problems? I help get you the love-life you want. Whether you are single, in a bad relationship, or recovering from a breakup. The pain of rejection hurts too much. The fear of being all alone. They never want you. You are never good enough. It'll keep happening until we break this cycle. If that's your problem - I'm who can fix it.
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Natasha Leppard
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT18
I provide the space for you to make the changes you want. Where you can talk through your thoughts, feelings, experiences and concerns, free from judgement. For some, this is in a therapy room and for others this can be outdoors. You choose the space to suit you. I focus on helping you to heal and re-energise. To become aware of personal strengths and also the barriers that may be holding you back. Together we work on how you can move forward with new knowledge and skills to live a more authentic and meaningful life going forward. To help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be.
I provide the space for you to make the changes you want. Where you can talk through your thoughts, feelings, experiences and concerns, free from judgement. For some, this is in a therapy room and for others this can be outdoors. You choose the space to suit you. I focus on helping you to heal and re-energise. To become aware of personal strengths and also the barriers that may be holding you back. Together we work on how you can move forward with new knowledge and skills to live a more authentic and meaningful life going forward. To help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be.
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Claire Boakes
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Folkestone CT20
I am committed to helping you work through what is troubling you in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I offer this to you with empathy, respect and confidentiality, empowering you to explore your thoughts and feelings, at your own pace and to feel heard and supported in order for you to have greater perspective and reach your full potential. I am trained to work with adults and young people and I also work with psychosexual issues after gaining a Level 5 COSRT Accreditation in Psychosexual Therapy. I have 16 years experience working with young people and adults in NHS and a community service and with a wide range of issues.
I am committed to helping you work through what is troubling you in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I offer this to you with empathy, respect and confidentiality, empowering you to explore your thoughts and feelings, at your own pace and to feel heard and supported in order for you to have greater perspective and reach your full potential. I am trained to work with adults and young people and I also work with psychosexual issues after gaining a Level 5 COSRT Accreditation in Psychosexual Therapy. I have 16 years experience working with young people and adults in NHS and a community service and with a wide range of issues.
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Nassima Melakhessou
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT18
There are understandable reasons why we struggle, get overwhelmed, and feel alone. Sometimes it can be hard to find the words to express what is happening inside of us. Perhaps, we have words but no one with whom we can safely share them. I know it can be difficult to talk and trust that someone will understand you. For those of us who feel this way, I invite you to consider therapy as an adventurous voyage of self-discovery. While taking on this journey will take courage and perseverance, it will lead you down a rewarding path.
There are understandable reasons why we struggle, get overwhelmed, and feel alone. Sometimes it can be hard to find the words to express what is happening inside of us. Perhaps, we have words but no one with whom we can safely share them. I know it can be difficult to talk and trust that someone will understand you. For those of us who feel this way, I invite you to consider therapy as an adventurous voyage of self-discovery. While taking on this journey will take courage and perseverance, it will lead you down a rewarding path.
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Linda Christiane Bishopp
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Capel-le-Ferne CT18
Working as a Jungian Psychotherapist, Integrative Counsellor, healer and Reiki Master means I work holistically. Every aspect of you is included in therapy - mental, physical, emotional, and at the soul level. When we get in touch with unconscious motives and drivers, and how they manifest as behaviours, we are able to make different choices and to be more of our true selves. I have run my private practice for 11 years & am a member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy.
Working as a Jungian Psychotherapist, Integrative Counsellor, healer and Reiki Master means I work holistically. Every aspect of you is included in therapy - mental, physical, emotional, and at the soul level. When we get in touch with unconscious motives and drivers, and how they manifest as behaviours, we are able to make different choices and to be more of our true selves. I have run my private practice for 11 years & am a member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy.
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The Quiet Space
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT18
Hello, I’m Gemma. Welcome to The Quiet Space. I work with adults, teens and young people in my Counselling setting near Deal. I am a fully qualified Integrative counsellor registered with the BACP. I am trained to work with a broad range of mental health issues: Anxiety disorders, dark intrusive thoughts, Depression, Stress related issues, Family issues, domestic abuse, Relationships, Abuse, Low self-worth, Loss of confidence, Identity Issues,Gender dysmorphia, LGBTQ. I also have experience of working with teens and young people with various Neurodivergence. (diagnosed and undiagnosed).
Hello, I’m Gemma. Welcome to The Quiet Space. I work with adults, teens and young people in my Counselling setting near Deal. I am a fully qualified Integrative counsellor registered with the BACP. I am trained to work with a broad range of mental health issues: Anxiety disorders, dark intrusive thoughts, Depression, Stress related issues, Family issues, domestic abuse, Relationships, Abuse, Low self-worth, Loss of confidence, Identity Issues,Gender dysmorphia, LGBTQ. I also have experience of working with teens and young people with various Neurodivergence. (diagnosed and undiagnosed).
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Photo of Sandra June Moulou, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist
Sandra June Moulou
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT18
During these difficult times, when we are isolated within ourselves, it is natural to feel stressed, anxious and/or depressed or low in mood. Now more than ever it is important for us to look after our mental health, so that we can all emerge from this period with more self-awareness, and with a better level of psychological balance. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it is important to recognise your struggle and give it credence. Health anxiety, depression and insomnia may be writhe, but I am here to provide a treatment, tools and strategies that have a proven track record of recovery.
During these difficult times, when we are isolated within ourselves, it is natural to feel stressed, anxious and/or depressed or low in mood. Now more than ever it is important for us to look after our mental health, so that we can all emerge from this period with more self-awareness, and with a better level of psychological balance. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it is important to recognise your struggle and give it credence. Health anxiety, depression and insomnia may be writhe, but I am here to provide a treatment, tools and strategies that have a proven track record of recovery.
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Anna-Marie Taylor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT18
I'm a qualified CBT Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Integrative Counsellor and I help adults and adolescents to get out of stuck, negative emotional states such as Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Hurt and Shame. I'm trained to work with a broad range of psychological health challenges including; Anxiety, Panic attacks, Depression, Insomnia, Agoraphobia, overwhelming feelings, Phobias, OCD, Autism, low self-worth and confidence, to name but a few. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving using a range of CBT models and EMDR.
I'm a qualified CBT Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Integrative Counsellor and I help adults and adolescents to get out of stuck, negative emotional states such as Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Hurt and Shame. I'm trained to work with a broad range of psychological health challenges including; Anxiety, Panic attacks, Depression, Insomnia, Agoraphobia, overwhelming feelings, Phobias, OCD, Autism, low self-worth and confidence, to name but a few. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving using a range of CBT models and EMDR.
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Paula Gardner
Counsellor, MSc, MHGI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Folkestone CT20
I work with people who are having trouble with relationships. This could be a romantic relationship, but it could be other family members, children, colleagues and friends. When things aren't working out, and perhaps emotions are high, it's hard to think straight and know what to do next. Worry about relationships also seeps into other areas of your life, making things more difficult all round. It could show up as anxiety, worry or a loss of self, feeling as though you don't know who you are anymore.
I work with people who are having trouble with relationships. This could be a romantic relationship, but it could be other family members, children, colleagues and friends. When things aren't working out, and perhaps emotions are high, it's hard to think straight and know what to do next. Worry about relationships also seeps into other areas of your life, making things more difficult all round. It could show up as anxiety, worry or a loss of self, feeling as though you don't know who you are anymore.
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Zelda Elliott
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT18
Hello ! Welcome to starting something. Art and therapeutic working can help navigate complicated and unresolved feelings. You will be offered choices and preferences on how we work together. You may or may not want to make art, maybe you want someone to join in. You might want to have your thinking challenged. It is your space to feel able to speak without protecting others. It is your time to imagine things from different perspectives. What you will always receive is unconditional support and a will to understand. I invite you to bring your enquiring mind and complexities to 1-1 or group therapy with me.
Hello ! Welcome to starting something. Art and therapeutic working can help navigate complicated and unresolved feelings. You will be offered choices and preferences on how we work together. You may or may not want to make art, maybe you want someone to join in. You might want to have your thinking challenged. It is your space to feel able to speak without protecting others. It is your time to imagine things from different perspectives. What you will always receive is unconditional support and a will to understand. I invite you to bring your enquiring mind and complexities to 1-1 or group therapy with me.
020 7123 9365 View 020 7123 9365
Photo of Gemma Shah, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Gemma Shah
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT19
If you have come to a point in your life where things have become too much and you feel you or a member of your family need some extra support, then counselling is a great way to reach out. Through building an honest and trustworthy relationship, I aim to help my clients understand and overcome their difficulties whilst developing tools to help them in the future. I am an integrative counsellor, which means I draw from a number of different approaches to counselling. This allows for an open space where we can explore different ideas and find what works best for you. This may include creative work, looking at theory, or mindfulness.
If you have come to a point in your life where things have become too much and you feel you or a member of your family need some extra support, then counselling is a great way to reach out. Through building an honest and trustworthy relationship, I aim to help my clients understand and overcome their difficulties whilst developing tools to help them in the future. I am an integrative counsellor, which means I draw from a number of different approaches to counselling. This allows for an open space where we can explore different ideas and find what works best for you. This may include creative work, looking at theory, or mindfulness.
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Photo of Georgia Batchelor, MSc, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Georgia Batchelor
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT20  (Online Only)
It can be so hard to reach out for help. Perhaps you are feeling unhappy, anxious or adrift in some way- or there's a specific issue you'd like to work through. You end up pouring through pages of profiles from professionals who all sound (and in many cases look) the same. How on earth are you meant to know who is the right person to sit with and share your vulnerabilities with? Beginning counselling can feel like an impossible task, and I am here to provide an authentic and friendly face as you start to explore your issues, whatever those might be.
It can be so hard to reach out for help. Perhaps you are feeling unhappy, anxious or adrift in some way- or there's a specific issue you'd like to work through. You end up pouring through pages of profiles from professionals who all sound (and in many cases look) the same. How on earth are you meant to know who is the right person to sit with and share your vulnerabilities with? Beginning counselling can feel like an impossible task, and I am here to provide an authentic and friendly face as you start to explore your issues, whatever those might be.
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Kate Henderson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT18
I have over 20 years of experience within mental health settings in the NHS and private settings. I believe therapy is about building a non-judgemental and trusting relationship, where we can work together to make sense of your mental health symptoms and find ways to develop more awareness and ways to cope. Finding the right psychological approach is key to the smooth running of this process. Therefore, I utilise a range of psychological approaches that I adapt to suit your needs. My aim within therapy will be to be curious, empathetic and honest and draw on individual strengths.
I have over 20 years of experience within mental health settings in the NHS and private settings. I believe therapy is about building a non-judgemental and trusting relationship, where we can work together to make sense of your mental health symptoms and find ways to develop more awareness and ways to cope. Finding the right psychological approach is key to the smooth running of this process. Therefore, I utilise a range of psychological approaches that I adapt to suit your needs. My aim within therapy will be to be curious, empathetic and honest and draw on individual strengths.
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Jon Sutton
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Folkestone CT19
Are you finding every day tough to get through, feel trapped, overwhelmed or hopeless; feel you’ve lost your sense of self and confidence? Do you want someone to listen to you and feel able to say out loud what’s going on without feeling awkward or judged? My clients say I'm empathic and calming and allow them to make sense of everything, safely at their own pace. I'm qualified to work integratively which enables me to work in a way that suits you best. Experience includes 30 years with a leading UK emergency service and volunteering for a community counselling service. Introduction session free .
Are you finding every day tough to get through, feel trapped, overwhelmed or hopeless; feel you’ve lost your sense of self and confidence? Do you want someone to listen to you and feel able to say out loud what’s going on without feeling awkward or judged? My clients say I'm empathic and calming and allow them to make sense of everything, safely at their own pace. I'm qualified to work integratively which enables me to work in a way that suits you best. Experience includes 30 years with a leading UK emergency service and volunteering for a community counselling service. Introduction session free .
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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.