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Esther Pinder, BACP

Esther Pinder is a counsellor with eight years' experience and a background in psychosocial studies and integrative counselling.

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About Esther

Esther Pinder is a counsellor with eight years' experience and a background in psychosocial studies and integrative counselling. She holds a first class honours degree in Psychosocial Studies from Goldsmiths College, University of London and an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling from the Iron Mill College in Exeter.

Esther runs a independent practice in the United Kingdom and offers online weekly sessions lasting 50 minutes. Esther often works with people facing anxiety, stress and low self-worth.

Background and approach

She also supports those dealing with depression, grief and the impact of trauma and abuse. People who are questioning identity or feeling isolated often seek her out because she focuses on reconnecting with lost strengths. Her style is practical and reflective.

She uses images and metaphors to make feelings easier to describe. She will sometimes introduce simple models to help clients understand patterns of thought and behaviour. Practical strategies are part of her approach.

Esther teaches grounding and breathing exercises and sensory techniques to ease anxiety. She also invites gentle exploration of background and context to see how patterns began and persist. Sessions are scheduled in advance as weekly video calls and Esther offers written reflection through the messaging service.

Messages are read and replied to at set times, so they are suited to preparation and reflection rather than urgent support. She aims to help people recognise their own expertise about themselves and to discover options that feel workable in daily life.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	259997	July 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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How therapeutic approaches meet online care

Esther uses techniques that make feelings easier to name and manage. One approach is using metaphors and imagery to describe emotions, which helps people find words for difficult experiences and see patterns more clearly. This can be useful for anxiety, low self-worth and processing aspects of trauma.

She also draws on practical grounding and breathing techniques to reduce intense physical symptoms. These simple exercises are taught in-session and practised between meetings to help with panic, overwhelm and stress-related disturbances.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Esther will work with each person to identify which techniques fit their needs, goals and preferences. She treats the first few sessions as a time to try things and decide what feels most helpful together.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Weekly video calls provide a fuller conversational experience similar to face-to-face work. Phone sessions can be a better fit when bandwidth is limited or a quieter voice-only check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for short reflections, writing between sessions and preparing for the next meeting. These options make it easier to maintain regular support while fitting sessions into work, family or daily routines.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Esther commonly help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and the effects of trauma and abuse. She also helps with grief, relationship strain, parenting concerns and issues around identity.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is practical and reflective, using metaphors and simple models to clarify feelings. She combines discussion with breathing and sensory exercises to reduce anxiety.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Esther has worked in counselling for eight years and runs a independent practice in the United Kingdom.

What qualifications does she hold and where is she based?

She has a first class honours degree in Psychosocial Studies from Goldsmiths College, University of London and an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling from Iron Mill College in Exeter. She practices in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are used in sessions and can she see international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently working with international clients.

What session formats are available?

Work takes place in weekly 50 minute video sessions. Esther also uses phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging for reflection and preparation.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with her?

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