Self Esteem Counselling in Edinburgh

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Dr Corinna Panagou
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH8  (Online Only)
Warm greetings, I'm Corinna. As a registered Clinical Psychologist and an academic with doctoral-level training, I specialize in evidence-based therapies and have a deep-seated interest in trauma and relationship dynamics. With extensive experience across diverse NHS settings, I've worked with individuals from various age groups, addressing a wide spectrum of psychological challenges. My integrative therapeutic approach combines CBT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, ACT, Schema Therapy, and DBT, enhanced by psychodynamic insights.Additionally, I am trained in Flash and EMDR therapies, offering specialized support for trauma.
Warm greetings, I'm Corinna. As a registered Clinical Psychologist and an academic with doctoral-level training, I specialize in evidence-based therapies and have a deep-seated interest in trauma and relationship dynamics. With extensive experience across diverse NHS settings, I've worked with individuals from various age groups, addressing a wide spectrum of psychological challenges. My integrative therapeutic approach combines CBT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, ACT, Schema Therapy, and DBT, enhanced by psychodynamic insights.Additionally, I am trained in Flash and EMDR therapies, offering specialized support for trauma.
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Dr Christoph Zwolan
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edinburgh EH7
As a Senior Counselling Psychologist and Psychedelic Integration Therapist, I specialize in preparing and guiding individuals through psychedelic experiences. Whether you've had them before or are planning to, I can help you approach these states with a healthy mindset and integrate the insights gained into your daily life. I can assist in making sense of these ambiguous experiences and offer psychotherapy to address any challenges or concerns you may have. Let me help you on your path to personal growth and transformation.
As a Senior Counselling Psychologist and Psychedelic Integration Therapist, I specialize in preparing and guiding individuals through psychedelic experiences. Whether you've had them before or are planning to, I can help you approach these states with a healthy mindset and integrate the insights gained into your daily life. I can assist in making sense of these ambiguous experiences and offer psychotherapy to address any challenges or concerns you may have. Let me help you on your path to personal growth and transformation.
01764 915828 View 01764 915828
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Camilla Akoo
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH3
I have a particular interest in working with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues and attachment issues, but I have also worked with many clients who are struggling with depression, suicidal ideation, loss and gender issues. Furthermore, I have also worked with a number of clients who were either waiting on assessment for, or who had recently been diagnosed with either ASD or ADHD, and were looking for support on managing the impact that these neuro-divergences have on their day to day lives and relationships.
I have a particular interest in working with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues and attachment issues, but I have also worked with many clients who are struggling with depression, suicidal ideation, loss and gender issues. Furthermore, I have also worked with a number of clients who were either waiting on assessment for, or who had recently been diagnosed with either ASD or ADHD, and were looking for support on managing the impact that these neuro-divergences have on their day to day lives and relationships.
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Angela McLachlan
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH12
I specialise in working with childhood trauma, abuse, complex trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as relational issues, low self esteem, addiction and grief.
Have you had a recent difficult experience? Or maybe you are going through something painful just now? Perhaps you feel stuck and unable to move forward? It can often be difficult to understand feelings such as anxiety, overwhelm, panic, distress, fear, immobilisation, anger or sadness. Working collaboratively with you, at your own pace, I can help you process your feelings and faciliate a deeper and compassionate understanding of your current situation. In exploring and talking about both your present and past experiences and memories, I can offer you a safe and calming space to help you move forward.
I specialise in working with childhood trauma, abuse, complex trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as relational issues, low self esteem, addiction and grief.
Have you had a recent difficult experience? Or maybe you are going through something painful just now? Perhaps you feel stuck and unable to move forward? It can often be difficult to understand feelings such as anxiety, overwhelm, panic, distress, fear, immobilisation, anger or sadness. Working collaboratively with you, at your own pace, I can help you process your feelings and faciliate a deeper and compassionate understanding of your current situation. In exploring and talking about both your present and past experiences and memories, I can offer you a safe and calming space to help you move forward.
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Monika Knitter
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH1
Are you struggling with feeling powerless? Is sadness or depression weighing you down? It may be that constant anxiety, worry, or low self-esteem prevents you from progressing in life. You may feel that your past is continually replayed in the present, causing confusion. Whatever the problem, you may find that your usual way of coping and addressing issues may not be effective, leaving you feeling helpless. I have found profound relief and liberation through my therapeutic journey. Today, as a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor, with passion and tenderness, I offer this support to you.
Are you struggling with feeling powerless? Is sadness or depression weighing you down? It may be that constant anxiety, worry, or low self-esteem prevents you from progressing in life. You may feel that your past is continually replayed in the present, causing confusion. Whatever the problem, you may find that your usual way of coping and addressing issues may not be effective, leaving you feeling helpless. I have found profound relief and liberation through my therapeutic journey. Today, as a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor, with passion and tenderness, I offer this support to you.
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Maggie- Trauma therapist, EMDR, CBT Peri/Menopause
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH6
Hello, welcome to my profile! My name is Maggie and I am trained in a number of different therapeutic modalities, including (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, (CBT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I am also a registered Psychiatric and Adult nurse with over 16 years practice experience. Having the right fit with your therapist can be seen as the most important element in healing from your difficulties. I offer a safe, non - judgmental and confidential space that will provide both compassion and support with whatever has brought you to therapy.
Hello, welcome to my profile! My name is Maggie and I am trained in a number of different therapeutic modalities, including (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, (CBT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I am also a registered Psychiatric and Adult nurse with over 16 years practice experience. Having the right fit with your therapist can be seen as the most important element in healing from your difficulties. I offer a safe, non - judgmental and confidential space that will provide both compassion and support with whatever has brought you to therapy.
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Dr Stephen Smith
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH2
Therapy is about understanding, developing and changing. I am a clinical psychologist with many years experience of working with adults. I assist people to identify what the core issues are, understand how these have arisen, and then develop skills and tools to make the changes they want to make. I work with people with anxiety and anxiety disorders, low mood, low self-esteem, low confidence and those living with the effects of traumatic experiences. I also offer comprehensive assessments for those who have yet to fully understand what is happening for them, to help move them on in their lives.
Therapy is about understanding, developing and changing. I am a clinical psychologist with many years experience of working with adults. I assist people to identify what the core issues are, understand how these have arisen, and then develop skills and tools to make the changes they want to make. I work with people with anxiety and anxiety disorders, low mood, low self-esteem, low confidence and those living with the effects of traumatic experiences. I also offer comprehensive assessments for those who have yet to fully understand what is happening for them, to help move them on in their lives.
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Alana Breen Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH10
Living with depression and/or anxiety symptoms can make daily life incredibly difficult. I am here to support you with the challenges you are going through and help you live the life you want. I am a qualified psychological therapist working in both NHS and private practice. I have extensive experience working with adults and adolescents (12+) with a wide range of mental health issues including depression/low mood; anxiety-related issues; self-harm; low self-esteem; and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
Living with depression and/or anxiety symptoms can make daily life incredibly difficult. I am here to support you with the challenges you are going through and help you live the life you want. I am a qualified psychological therapist working in both NHS and private practice. I have extensive experience working with adults and adolescents (12+) with a wide range of mental health issues including depression/low mood; anxiety-related issues; self-harm; low self-esteem; and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
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Ailie Scott Dickins
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH4
Life can be challenging and having a counsellor to walk alongside you is a powerful way to process thoughts, feelings and support the changes you want to make. You are not alone-life events can be disorientating and I can help guide you to think and feel with more clarity. I'll work alongside you to further your self understanding, identify unhelpful patterns which are no longer serving you and offer you tools to gain more self-acceptance and self-compassion.
Life can be challenging and having a counsellor to walk alongside you is a powerful way to process thoughts, feelings and support the changes you want to make. You are not alone-life events can be disorientating and I can help guide you to think and feel with more clarity. I'll work alongside you to further your self understanding, identify unhelpful patterns which are no longer serving you and offer you tools to gain more self-acceptance and self-compassion.
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Jess Bryson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edinburgh EH7
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, if you have found my profile, it probably means that you are searching for help in some way. I am a warm, compassionate and open person who is trained as a Person-Centred Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I believe that the expert in your life is you and I would like to work with you to help you grow, move forward and live the life that you really want.
Hello, if you have found my profile, it probably means that you are searching for help in some way. I am a warm, compassionate and open person who is trained as a Person-Centred Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I believe that the expert in your life is you and I would like to work with you to help you grow, move forward and live the life that you really want.
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Elizabeth Edgar
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH6  (Online Only)
My training and practice is most closely aligned with person centred theory. For me this means offering all of my clients a warm, genuine and accepting environment to explore anything and everything that is important to each individual. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, health anxiety identity issues, OCD, intrusive thoughts, relationship difficulties, abuse, self esteem, self-harm, anger, exploring sexuality, stress, trauma, work related issues. and personal development.
My training and practice is most closely aligned with person centred theory. For me this means offering all of my clients a warm, genuine and accepting environment to explore anything and everything that is important to each individual. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, health anxiety identity issues, OCD, intrusive thoughts, relationship difficulties, abuse, self esteem, self-harm, anger, exploring sexuality, stress, trauma, work related issues. and personal development.
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Claire Thomson
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH12
Hello and a warm welcome. I'm Claire, a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Coach and someone who knows first hand the impact anxiety can have on your quality of life. It can be frightening and isolating, however there is a way to take control of your anxiety and I am passionate about working with you to equip you with the tools to make this happen. My combination of counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy and coaching offers you a safe space to explore your feelings, develop tools to challenge/change your thoughts and behaviours, as well as working with you to create the right environment to ensure you achieve your desired goals.
Hello and a warm welcome. I'm Claire, a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Coach and someone who knows first hand the impact anxiety can have on your quality of life. It can be frightening and isolating, however there is a way to take control of your anxiety and I am passionate about working with you to equip you with the tools to make this happen. My combination of counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy and coaching offers you a safe space to explore your feelings, develop tools to challenge/change your thoughts and behaviours, as well as working with you to create the right environment to ensure you achieve your desired goals.
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Marian Willoner
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH15
I have some availability for both in person and online sessions - do get in touch. Are you finding it all too much? Stressed out? Not sure which direction to take? Or maybe you are struggling with isolation or lack of confidence in social situations? Maybe you are dealing with being neuro-diverse (ADHD or autism) in a neuro-typical world? Perhaps you want to be more your authentic self or make a transition in your life? Are you trying to cope with a difficult situation such as grief, loss, illness, caring or a break up? In all these situations I can listen to you, support you and help you to find ways forward.
I have some availability for both in person and online sessions - do get in touch. Are you finding it all too much? Stressed out? Not sure which direction to take? Or maybe you are struggling with isolation or lack of confidence in social situations? Maybe you are dealing with being neuro-diverse (ADHD or autism) in a neuro-typical world? Perhaps you want to be more your authentic self or make a transition in your life? Are you trying to cope with a difficult situation such as grief, loss, illness, caring or a break up? In all these situations I can listen to you, support you and help you to find ways forward.
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Dr Katie Davis
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH6
What if. Two words that send your mind down a well-worn path. Words and images that pop into your head at any moment and no matter how hard you try to push it away you find yourself stuck; thinking, feeling and doing the same thing over and over. Maybe it’s reliving the past, maybe it’s worrying about the future, or feeling you need to do something right now or something bad will happen. “What if” is hard to live with. But when your mind is stuck in the “what if’s” your brain is telling you there is something you need to figure out, something you need to rebalance.
What if. Two words that send your mind down a well-worn path. Words and images that pop into your head at any moment and no matter how hard you try to push it away you find yourself stuck; thinking, feeling and doing the same thing over and over. Maybe it’s reliving the past, maybe it’s worrying about the future, or feeling you need to do something right now or something bad will happen. “What if” is hard to live with. But when your mind is stuck in the “what if’s” your brain is telling you there is something you need to figure out, something you need to rebalance.
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Healthy Mind Club
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH16  (Online Only)
Announcement: My website is currently undergoing a makeover, I will be accepting new clients from mid March. I'm Anna and I am a disordered eating and body image psychologist. If you experience some of the following: emotional eating, binge eating, feeling out of control around food, yoyo dieting, feelings of food guilt and shame, constant thoughts about food & your body image, you don't feel comfortable in your own skin... it might indicate that you're struggling with your relationship with food & your body. If you're ready to make peace with food & your body, heal & finally get your life back, I am here to support you with that.
Announcement: My website is currently undergoing a makeover, I will be accepting new clients from mid March. I'm Anna and I am a disordered eating and body image psychologist. If you experience some of the following: emotional eating, binge eating, feeling out of control around food, yoyo dieting, feelings of food guilt and shame, constant thoughts about food & your body image, you don't feel comfortable in your own skin... it might indicate that you're struggling with your relationship with food & your body. If you're ready to make peace with food & your body, heal & finally get your life back, I am here to support you with that.
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Sanni Kujala – IFS with Sanni
MA
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH2  (Online Only)
Are you highly sensitive, an introvert, or a deep thinker wanting to work through what is holding you back? Were you a gifted kid who was told they would go far in life, but instead you're feeling stressed out, burnt out and struggling to get by? Have you always felt different from other people, needing more time to feel, process and be alone? You long to move forward with more confidence and clarity and I can help you get there. If you’re looking to heal from the past and build a strong, compassionate connection with yourself and others, you've come to the right place.
Are you highly sensitive, an introvert, or a deep thinker wanting to work through what is holding you back? Were you a gifted kid who was told they would go far in life, but instead you're feeling stressed out, burnt out and struggling to get by? Have you always felt different from other people, needing more time to feel, process and be alone? You long to move forward with more confidence and clarity and I can help you get there. If you’re looking to heal from the past and build a strong, compassionate connection with yourself and others, you've come to the right place.
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Stephanie Saunders
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH3  (Online Only)
I specialise in working with a number of issues from relationship difficulties, communication problems, low self esteem, issues around intimacy & confidence, depression, anxiety & stress.
I am an Edinburgh based Sex and relationship counsellor working full time in private practice with individuals & couples. My practice is based in central Edinburgh however I am currently working online. I specialise in explorative & action based proactive talk therapy aimed at helping you achieve the changes you would like to make in your life & to help you gain clarity & understanding to the life experiences you would like to work with.
I specialise in working with a number of issues from relationship difficulties, communication problems, low self esteem, issues around intimacy & confidence, depression, anxiety & stress.
I am an Edinburgh based Sex and relationship counsellor working full time in private practice with individuals & couples. My practice is based in central Edinburgh however I am currently working online. I specialise in explorative & action based proactive talk therapy aimed at helping you achieve the changes you would like to make in your life & to help you gain clarity & understanding to the life experiences you would like to work with.
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Amy Polson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH3  (Online Only)
Hi there, I’m Amy and I provide counselling to individual adults. I enjoy working with a diverse range of ages, genders and backgrounds. Areas that I have experience working with include issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, suicidal ideation and self-harm, relationship problems, LGBTQ+ experience and low self-esteem. Perhaps you will feel more drawn to a free-flowing exploration of past or present experiences. Or maybe you are looking for more structure to work on behaviour change. The therapeutic process that I offer can be flexible to respond to whatever you may need in each moment.
Hi there, I’m Amy and I provide counselling to individual adults. I enjoy working with a diverse range of ages, genders and backgrounds. Areas that I have experience working with include issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, suicidal ideation and self-harm, relationship problems, LGBTQ+ experience and low self-esteem. Perhaps you will feel more drawn to a free-flowing exploration of past or present experiences. Or maybe you are looking for more structure to work on behaviour change. The therapeutic process that I offer can be flexible to respond to whatever you may need in each moment.
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Yvonni Gkergkes
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH8  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I'm a Pluralistic/Integrative counsellor passionate about supporting people to cope with life stressors and improve their wellbeing. Do you feel sad, misunderstood, overwhelmed? Do you struggle with anxiety and feel like your wants and needs aren't being met? Do you want to improve your confidence and relationships to enjoy life more? In my practice, I strive to create a space where insight is cultivated and offer tools and methods to make sense of things. One thing I often hear from my clients is their regret for not starting counselling sooner. For more about how I work, please visit my website.
Hello and welcome! I'm a Pluralistic/Integrative counsellor passionate about supporting people to cope with life stressors and improve their wellbeing. Do you feel sad, misunderstood, overwhelmed? Do you struggle with anxiety and feel like your wants and needs aren't being met? Do you want to improve your confidence and relationships to enjoy life more? In my practice, I strive to create a space where insight is cultivated and offer tools and methods to make sense of things. One thing I often hear from my clients is their regret for not starting counselling sooner. For more about how I work, please visit my website.
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Laila Rashid
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH1
As a psychotherapist, over the past two decade, I had direct contact with dozens of clients suffering from eating disorders, Obsessions, OCD, Anxiety, Bereavement, Depression, Loss, Post-traumatic stress, Trauma, Personal development, Disability, Cultural issues, Self esteem, Sexuality, Infertility, Relationships, Stress.
I worked with Mental Heath, Psychotherapy and Supervision for the past 20 years (first abroad, then in the past few years, in the UK). I worked as a volunteer, in the private sector, and as a private practitioner. My background is in Clinical psychology and, in particular, psychotherapy. I have trained as a C. Psychologist and as Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist. I am familiar with a variety of different modalities and therapeutic approaches. I have worked with a variety of people from all age groups with different background and beliefs. https://www.lailarashid.com/home
As a psychotherapist, over the past two decade, I had direct contact with dozens of clients suffering from eating disorders, Obsessions, OCD, Anxiety, Bereavement, Depression, Loss, Post-traumatic stress, Trauma, Personal development, Disability, Cultural issues, Self esteem, Sexuality, Infertility, Relationships, Stress.
I worked with Mental Heath, Psychotherapy and Supervision for the past 20 years (first abroad, then in the past few years, in the UK). I worked as a volunteer, in the private sector, and as a private practitioner. My background is in Clinical psychology and, in particular, psychotherapy. I have trained as a C. Psychologist and as Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist. I am familiar with a variety of different modalities and therapeutic approaches. I have worked with a variety of people from all age groups with different background and beliefs. https://www.lailarashid.com/home
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