Online CBT for Low Self-Esteem
Restore Your Self-Confidence
Low self-esteem involves a persistent negative view of oneself and can affect confidence across many areas of life, including relationships, work and personal wellbeing. People with low self-esteem may struggle with self-criticism, feelings of inadequacy or a fear of failure, even when there is little evidence to support these beliefs. It is a common difficulty for adults in the UK, and online CBT for low self-esteem offers an accessible and effective way to address it.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours. When used to support low self-esteem, CBT can help you identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop more positive ways of viewing yourself. Delivered online, CBT provides flexible access to evidence-based support while maintaining the same therapeutic principles as in-person therapy.
Understanding Low Self-Esteem
Low self-esteem often develops gradually and may be shaped by earlier life experiences such as criticism, bullying, trauma or repeated setbacks. Over time, these experiences can lead to deeply held beliefs about self-worth. Common patterns include harsh self-judgement, over-focusing on mistakes or assuming negative outcomes in social or professional situations.
Living with low self-esteem can feel exhausting and confusing. It is often linked with anxiety and low mood, and can lead to avoidance or overthinking. Without support, these patterns may continue to reinforce themselves, and become more difficult to challenge.
How Online CBT Can Help
Online CBT for low self-esteem works by helping you recognise and understand the links between your thoughts, emotions and behaviours. Therapy provides a structured and supportive space to explore where negative beliefs come from and how they influence daily life. You will be supported in questioning unhelpful assumptions, testing out new perspectives and developing practical coping skills.
The aim is not forced positivity, but developing a fairer and more balanced relationship with yourself. CBT can also help you build confidence through realistic goal-setting and recognising strengths, supporting greater independence over time.
For many people, accessing CBT online feels less daunting and can be more convenient if you live a busy life. With consistent support, online CBT can help improve self-esteem, strengthen resilience and support long-term emotional wellbeing.
My name is Alex, and I am a BABCP-registered Cognitive Behavioural Therapist trained at King’s College London, and have experience working in both NHS and private settings, including NHS Talking Therapies and a specialist placement at the Centre of Anxiety Disorders and Trauma (CADAT).
If you’ve been struggling with low self-esteem and would like to explore whether CBT could help, please book a free initial consultation.