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Esther Pinder, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 8 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

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Esther Pinder began her counselling career after completing an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling and a first class honours degree in Psychosocial Studies. She brings eight years of practice to her work and offers spoken sessions in English from the United Kingdom. Esther frames therapy as a way to reconnect with parts of yourself that feel lost or diminished.

She commonly meets people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-worth and a weakened sense of identity.

Background and approach

Esther describes overthinking as a frequent obstacle and uses practical steps to help people break that cycle. These steps include simple breathing practices and sensory-based grounding techniques to manage anxiety in the moment. Esther also works with people dealing with trauma, abuse and grief, and those coping with major life changes such as separation and blended family challenges.

She uses metaphor, imagery and accessible theories to help make experiences easier to understand. Conversations sometimes explore the background and context that shaped current patterns of thought and behaviour. Her sessions are collaborative and non-judgemental.

Esther avoids telling people what to do and instead helps them notice strengths and resources within themselves. Over time she aims to support changes in unhelpful patterns by building self-understanding and self-acceptance. Therapy is delivered as weekly 50 minute video sessions scheduled in advance.

Clients who wish to reflect between sessions may use the platform messaging service to share thoughts in writing, knowing responses are provided at set times rather than instantly.

Therapeutic approaches you can use online

Esther uses practical, evidence-informed techniques that translate well to online sessions. She often works with grounding and sensory-based strategies that help reduce acute anxiety by bringing attention back to the body and present moment; these are simple exercises you can practise during a phone call or video session. She also uses metaphor and imagery to describe feelings and experiences, helping people name and make sense of difficult emotions without needing long explanations.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which techniques suit their goals, needs and preferences, and will adapt methods as therapy progresses. This helps ensure sessions feel relevant and manageable for everyday life.

Online formats offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging support reflection between sessions and make it possible to share writing or notes when helpful. Together these options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments.

What concerns does Esther work with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and identity issues, as well as trauma, abuse and grief.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is collaborative and down-to-earth, using images, metaphor and practical exercises to break cycles like overthinking.

What is her background and experience?

She has eight years of clinical practice and holds an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling and a first class honours degree in Psychosocial Studies.

What credentials and location are listed?

Her credential is BACP and she practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international arrangements are offered?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

Work is done via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.

How are costs structured?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What steps are needed to begin therapy?

Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience: 8 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Esther

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Esther Pinder, BACP

Background and approach

Therapeutic approaches you can use online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety