Esther Pinder, BACP

Esther Pinder trained at Iron Mill College in Exeter and holds an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling. She also earned a first class honours degree in Psychosocial Studies from Goldsmiths College, University of London. Esther has eight years of practice experience and offers a calm, grounded approach to therapy.

She often sees people who feel stuck by anxiety, depression, low self-worth or a loss of identity. Esther believes recognising the different parts of oneself can reveal strengths that have been forgotten. Her way of working aims to help people reconnect with those resources and learn to value themselves more.

Sessions move at a practical pace. Esther uses imagery and metaphors to describe feelings and occasionally introduces models to help explain what is happening. She also teaches simple strategies to ease anxiety, such as breathing techniques and sensory grounding exercises.

Over time conversations look at patterns of thought and behaviour that keep someone feeling stuck. Esther gently explores the context behind those patterns so clients can make sense of them and notice change. She does not prescribe choices; instead she supports people to find what works for them.

Therapy is offered in weekly 50 minute video sessions arranged in advance. Clients who wish may share reflections or short notes between sessions using the messaging service, with replies provided at set times rather than instantly. If you are looking for practical ways to manage worry, grief or life transitions, Esther offers a down-to-earth, exploratory space to begin that work.

How Esther uses therapeutic techniques online

Esther uses approaches that help people make sense of feelings and try new ways of responding. One common strand is working with parts of the self and personal narratives to reconnect with strengths and identity; this involves describing experiences in metaphors and noticing different internal voices so clients can make practical choices. She also teaches simple anxiety-management strategies such as breathing exercises and sensory grounding to reduce intense physical reactions and regain calm.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Esther will discuss options with each person and decide together which techniques best match goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions so they feel relevant and manageable.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy life and reducing travel time. Video sessions allow visual connection for exercises that use imagery and body-based techniques. Before booking, confirm the exact session formats available and scheduling details with the therapist so you know how sessions will fit your routine.