Self-esteem has to do with a person’s confidence, feelings of adequacy, and the overall way they think of themselves. If someone is unsure of themselves, they may feel unworthy, nervous, or sad. Self-esteem issues can also stem from other mental health concerns, such as anxiety, trauma, or depression.
Available Treatment Options
The bulk of counseling interventions for improving self-esteem include challenging negative thought patterns. Understanding the root of these thoughts can also be helpful in therapy. Therapists and counselors can help people process and resolve harmful childhood messages, challenge negative thoughts, and set goals for self-empowerment and self-love.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Self Esteem
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or experiencing low self-esteem due to life circumstances or a life transition? Are you overwhelmed with self-defeating behaviors or thoughts? Are you struggling with substance abuse? Today is a day to start a new beginning. Along the journey of life there are times when our path arrives at crossroads and we aren't sure which direction to go. Compassionate an...
**Are you personally affected or feeling anxious about COVID 19? Contact us and ask about our video session options.** Does it ever feel like life isn't going the way you planned or hoped for? In many ways, our past can affect our present and make us feel stuck. Through deep healing work and spiritual exploration, you can start making changes to live your most authentic life possible. Krystie...
Are you struggling with chronic stress, upsetting memories, episodes of anger, panic, irritability? Are you feeling depressed or numb? Difficult life experiences cause the nervous system to make you feel this way, whether those experiences occurred recently or in the distant past. The body remembers and contains difficult experiences even when the mind doesn't. At some point the body can no lon...
I have been in practice for 29 years. I have learned we all seek to feel valued & safe in our relationships. Sometimes when we are not feeling valued we become angry & in the process self defeating in our behaviors. My goal is to help clients gain confidence so they are better able to get their needs met within their relationships. When working with people who struggle with anxiety & depression...
I am a social worker with many years of clinical experience. I am originally from Curacao, a small Caribbean island. I pursued my education in the United States and have practiced here for 18 years. I am aware of the strength and courage it takes to make significant life changes. I bring this perspective to my clinical work. I have great appreciation and admiration for people who pursue the...
My approach to therapy is based on the belief that behaviors are a function of our relations with others. Thus, a person's environment and history influences one's sense of self and the way we express ourselves as part of a group and as individuals. I try to learn from my client's experiences to develop a better understanding of who they are, how they developed their sense of self, their...
I'm a trauma-informed therapist specializing in mood and somatic challenges, and relational distress. Overwhelm is our current cultural standard of functioning. It's hard to slow down, but you are in emotional, and perhaps, physical pain and something needs to shift. Trust yourself in this. Work with me to treat the anxiety, depression, trauma, and strained relationships that have you in painfu...
With the overload of stress and stimuli in daily life, we could all use a space to develop presence. My therapy holds a deep understanding of the interrelationship between mind, body, and spirit. You will be invited to pay attention without judgment to your thoughts, feelings, and experience in order to glean insight and understand automatic actions that keep you stuck. Developing skills of...
Carl Rogers said, when we accept ourselves as we are, then we can change. Focusing on the individual and their unique capability toward healing is the guiding approach I take in therapy. I work with great curiosity to explore the distractions and negative cycles that may be keeping you stuck. The struggle for clarity is a difficult one to navigate in isolation; together we can look at patterns ...
Whether you need help with some problem solving or are just are feeling down, I can help you to get back on track. Perhaps you just need some brief solution focused therapy or if you need help with more in-depth issues, a plan can be created to help you to feel like your best self. I have always been drawn to working with people and strive to improve their lives by teaching them the tools neede...
Human beings are by design relational creatures, and relationships can be the sources of great hurt as well as great healing. Therapy is, above all, a healing relationship, a place where you can come as you are to explore your needs and longings and the barriers to their full expression. My clients choose to work with me because they are ready for change, but not yet sure how to go about it....
The goal of therapy is to empower you with strength and knowledge to make a difference in your life. Whether you are healing through traumatic experiences in your past or looking for personal guidance and direction for yourself, I can help! I utilize a variety of proven psychological techniques and have over 10 years of experience! In a calm and peaceful atmosphere, I will offer the insight and...
The decision to enter therapy is a difficult one and indicates a serious commitment to improving and changing your life. My job is to join you in that commitment, and in doing so help you develop a sense of what you need and where you want your life to take you. For some this means establishing goals and priorities, for others it means figuring out how to achieve them. For each of my clients th...
Licensed Marital and Family Therapist Steve Williams provides professional and respectful psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and adolescents for issues such as: Marital Conflict/Communication, Infidelity, Couples Counseling, Divorce Recovery, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Addictions, EMDR, Trauma/Childhood Abuse. Steve believes in respecting the individuality of every pers...
*******Coronavirus Update: I am currently accepting new individual patients into my practice, however, all sessions will be held via encrypted video chat. Book a free 15-min phone consultation or intake session via my client portal linked on my website. Stay safe out there! ******** The role of a therapist is to, "Provide physical and emotional safety, including safety from feeling shamed,...
