As a practising CBT therapist, Christine Wilding, (Chartered MCIPD, MBACP (Accred)), has worked with hundreds of clients suffering from mood disorders and self-esteem issues. Her skills also extend to coaching and she specialises in helping professionals to manage stress and improve communication. Stephen Palmer is one of the most well-known experts on stress and self-esteem. A prolific author, he still practices, in addition to holding a number of academic positions and serving as founder-director of the Centre for Stress Management.

• : 1. Great self-esteem: what is it?: 2. Unpacking your low self-esteem: 3. Challenging your thinking and beliefs: 4. Defeat low self-esteem by developing self-acceptance: 5. Defeat low self-esteem through rejecting victimhood: 6. Increase your self-esteem through assertiveness: 7. Act your way to good self-esteem: 8. Body image: 9. Self-esteem and relationships