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
The decision to seek help for a problem is often a difficult one. People pursue therapy for a variety of reasons. Some may enter therapy to address major life changes, such as becoming a parent, and others may seek help in managing mental health conditions, like depression. Many people seek counseling because they have identified specific goals or issues that they wish to work on. Others may be...
Every client is unique and my approach varies depending on the needs of the client. At the heart of my practice is listening carefully and maintaining a stance of curiosity with the goal of trying to understand my client's unique experience in the world. I believe the most important factor of successful treatment is not theory or technique but the quality of the relationship between client and...
Through a respectful process of listening and questions, I work with you to help clarify your goals and values. I will help you find new perspectives and restore a healthy narrative that does not include feelings of blame or shame. We will work together to develop better skills at managing difficult emotions, such as sadness, disappointment, pain, and anger. We will learn to nurture feelings th...
You have the power to write your own story! I respect that you are the expert in your life and may need assistance in gaining a new perspective in a nonjudgmental space. The therapeutic relationship is sacred to me, and I focus on developing a strong alliance with my clients. I am passionate about assisting those struggling with anxiety and emotional disturbance, overcoming a major life transit...
I specialize in individual counseling, couples counseling, family counseling, case management and leadership development. I offer a highly personalized and collaborative approach for children, adolescents, and adults dealing with a broad range of challenges across the lifespan.Issues such as relationship discord, parenting struggles, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, and anger can...
I earned my masters of social work from Florida State University in 1973. I utilize a very eclectic approach in building rapport with clients and in developing viable treatment interventions. My philosophy of service puts responsibility on clients to seek options/choices for their stress and to work to internalize self-change and ownership of patterns. Empowerment to seek ego needs and nurturin...
I practice sex therapy, individual therapy, and couples therapy in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I enjoy helping clients ages 13-65 with issues in individual mental health, sex and sexuality, relationships, and family dynamics. Using a sex-positive approach, I help people with sexual concerns or interests including sexual pain, desire and arousal issues, out of control sexual behavior, difficu...
Are you ready for a positive change in your life? Would you like to feel seen, heard, and understood? Opening up about what you've been through could be the first step to freedom. Imagine feeling lighter, finding clarity, and embracing life again. I help teens and adults discover their inner strength and the power to heal. I utilize a holistic approach to help clients improve their emotional we...
I provide therapeutic support for individual adults, children, and families around significant life transitions. Being human means that we experience transition and change. Some changes are expected and slower in nature. Some are abrupt and traumatic. Through my calm presence, strong support, and our therapeutic relationship, I can help you move through these transitions, and gain insight,...
Do you ever feel like something is preventing you from engaging in your own life? Something like depression, anxiety, adjustment, trauma, grief, or an eating disorder? If so, please consider contacting me. Regardless of your struggle, in my practice you will find a comfortable and supportive atmosphere to reach your therapeutic goals. My area of specialty is with persons struggling with eating...
Do you feel isolated, anxious, or depressed? Do you have relationship challenges? If so, I can help quickly with proven treatments that get to the root cause and then resolve it. Painful memories and events from the past don't have to overwhelm you or limit your future. I work with individuals to heal from these difficult experiences. I can help you develop healthy boundaries and build trust in...
Life has its challenges and can create difficulties for anyone. Counseling can help provide tools to get through those times and resolve issues that are in the way of your goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who became a part of mental health community services 20 years ago providing outpatient treatment to children and adolescents who are facing anxiety, mood disorders, depression,...
Hello, my name is Melissa Chosid. I work with both couples and individuals to help them reach a place of relationship wellness and satisfaction. I support my clients in building healthy, mutually supportive relationships whether I am treating a couple or an individual. Some of my specialties include communication and conflict management, transitions to parenthood, infertility, and exploring tox...
Many have lives where we wear many hats; home, career, relationships, family, and it can become overwhelming. When life adds stressors, it can make managing the hats difficult. I work with clients to take control of their lives by learning to set boundaries and discover the best versions of themselves, no matter what life has handed them in their pasts or in the present. My goal is for each per...
