Esther Enaruwe, BACP
Therapist who understands therapy fears
- Understands therapy fears
- Remote and face-to-face
- BACP accredited
About Esther Enaruwe
Esther Enaruwe writes openly about the very real fears that can surround starting therapy and uses her own experience to connect with people at the edge of that step. She remembers the first session feeling exposed - her name felt like too much, her palms sweaty, and the weight of possible judgement and misunderstanding made it hard to breathe. Those early doubts - what if the therapist did not understand, what if either of them disliked the other - are familiar barriers she now recognises in others and helps to work through with sensitivity and patience.
It took her nearly three years to fully engage with therapy herself, an honesty she brings into her practice to normalise hesitation and fear. Esther points out that opening up can feel like unpicking a knot of past events and emotions without a rewind button, and she encourages people to start when they are ready rather than waiting until distress becomes overwhelming. Her own journey informs a gentle, nonjudgmental stance that aims to support clients toward greater self-awareness, self-care and self-compassion.
The coronavirus pandemic accelerated a shift toward remote counselling, which Esther embraced as a way to reduce practical barriers such as travel and face-to-face anxiety. She now offers both face-to-face and remote options, noting that many clients find it helpful to attend sessions from their home or even their car when that feels safest. Esther holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and frames therapy as a collaborative process tailored to each person's pace and needs.
It took her nearly three years to fully engage with therapy herself, an honesty she brings into her practice to normalise hesitation and fear. Esther points out that opening up can feel like unpicking a knot of past events and emotions without a rewind button, and she encourages people to start when they are ready rather than waiting until distress becomes overwhelming. Her own journey informs a gentle, nonjudgmental stance that aims to support clients toward greater self-awareness, self-care and self-compassion.
The coronavirus pandemic accelerated a shift toward remote counselling, which Esther embraced as a way to reduce practical barriers such as travel and face-to-face anxiety. She now offers both face-to-face and remote options, noting that many clients find it helpful to attend sessions from their home or even their car when that feels safest. Esther holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and frames therapy as a collaborative process tailored to each person's pace and needs.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Esther Enaruwe have?
Esther Enaruwe has 3 years of experience.
Is Esther Enaruwe a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds BACP accreditation - membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Esther Enaruwe provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Esther Enaruwe located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Esther Enaruwe as my therapist?
You can work with Esther Enaruwe through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Esther Enaruwe work with international clients?
Yes, Esther Enaruwe works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Esther Enaruwe cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online support
Esther draws on client-centered work to place the person at the heart of the process, offering empathy, active listening and a respectful stance that helps clients explore their feelings and build self-understanding. This approach is useful for those seeking a supportive space to process life changes, relationship concerns or low self-esteem.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people identify and reshape unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT offers practical tools and structured techniques that many find helpful for managing anxiety, depression and stress-related patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work itself, and Esther approaches this collaboratively - discussing goals, preferences and practical needs with each person to decide which methods to emphasise. She adapts her way of working as sessions progress so the approach aligns with what the client finds most helpful.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions are held, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, reduce travel time and allow people in different locations to access licensed professionals. Esther uses these options to create a comfortable, accessible path into therapy that suits each client’s schedule and circumstances.