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.
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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
Life transitions at any age are inevitable and often times, challenging. Are you or someone you know having a difficult time in life and would like help developing skills to live the life YOU want? If you’re reading this then you have already taken the first step towards that desired life. You want to so you can and together we will improve self-esteem, cultivate resilience, promote insight, an...
It can be difficult to be your true authentic self. Painful emotions such as shame, guilt, doubt, and anxiety can feel chaotic in the body. You might find yourself trying to manage these emotions through a variety of distractions including substances, food, over-working, and avoiding. Continuing to distract yourself may be helpful in the moment, however, it may not be sustainable. Imagine feeli...
Dr. Paul Randolph has more than 25 years of experience providing clinical services to the San Diego community. Dr. Randolph has a diverse background and provides services to support his clients with continued growth, problem-solving, while promoting the end of suffering and distress that motivates us to seek help. Dr. Randolph has an eclectic style to therapy, including a cognitive-behavioral,...
Maybe you feel as if no one sees you. You might feel misunderstood by everyone or that no one hears you. Maybe you feel that no one cares. You might feel criticized or judged by others. You are not alone. We are here, and we see you! We will listen and strive to make you feel comfortable with us. We recognize your worth and want to provide a space where healing can begin. Turning Leaves Center ...
My experience includes providing individual, group, and family therapy to adults and adolescents with eating disorders at inpatient, residential, and partial hospitalization levels of care. In addition to treating eating disorders, I work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, life transitions, relationship issues, and identity exploration. Individuals struggling with eating...
Are you feeling like you can't handle life's stressors? Is it hard for you to achieve goals and get your needs met? Are you affected by anxiety, depression, substance use, communication issues, intellectual or learning disabilities, mood swings, lack of social skills, or another mental health concern? Do you need an identity? Or a parent working to develop parenting skills? You can start making...
Are you trying to define "a new normal"? As we collectively move through new phases; it will require us to act, think and "be " in the world in a different way. Many of us have experienced dramatic changes in our lives and relationships; experienced losses, stressors and anxieties. Therapy can assist with finding your way forward. As a clinical psychologist, I offer psychological testing,...
Thank you for reading my profile. I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I recognize that seeking counseling services can be a scary experience, and will provide a safe welcoming environment for you. I believe that everyone is unique, but each has the ability to grow and develop into the person they wish to be. I have experience working with people ages 4-94 in the areas of stress, life...
I believe one of the bravest things we can do is begin to understand our stories. Our minds and bodies react to trauma in a defensive way. The human mind is uniquely designed to defend against the memories of scary events, yet sometimes those defense mechanisms end up causing ongoing pain unnecessarily. Feelings of anger, shame, anxiety and depression can keep one stuck in an endless loop of...
Therapy provides Individuals and couples a safe hour for you to nourish yourself and find clarity, which brings change to what was once overwhelming by yourself. Perhaps you have a child/adolescent who is struggling with their own challenges. Together we will learn and process these life challenges, gaining a deep scene of hope, purpose, and positive self-regard. Allowing them to live their bes...
I am a Mental Health Counselor who strives to partner with my clients in order to help them face their challenges in a safe environment. My non-judgmental and empathetic approach allows me to meet my clients where they are and work together to determine realistic goals. I treat clients throughout the lifespan. Including, young children whose only way of expressing themselves is through anger an...
Zarin incorporates an eclectic lens to therapy that utilizes person-centered, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches to treatment. She strongly accounts for each individual’s unique and complex clinical needs that are explored through an attuned and interactive therapeutic relationship. Zarin believes therapy can serve as a powerful space to examine and work through life stressors an...
Today's world can be overwhelming, especially when a person has experienced trauma in their past. My focus is working with individuals who have experienced loss, and/or are going through major life transition, or have experienced a traumatizing event or events. You are not alone and I know hope resides within you - sometimes we just need help seeing the hope within. As a client, I walk the path...
