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
I feel that everyone has the ability to change their life for the better when the conditions and time align. My goals as your therapist are first to provide a safe, authentic and judgment free environment where you will be able to work through difficult parts of your life, and then to support and gently guide you on your journey to better living. My experience varies from community outreach,...
Sometimes we are faced with difficult times that take over our lives sending us into an emotional place we are not ready for and don't know how to navigate. Circumstances can leave us hurt, frustrated, and angry. Maybe you can't even get out of bed much less face the day. Friends and family members may not understand what you are going through or maybe they are the reason why you are in this st...
Are you struggling and looking to make positive changes in your life? You've braved the first (and often most difficult) step by reaching out to seek treatment! As a therapist, it is my goal to create a comfortable and collaborative treatment space right from the start. I work with people from a non-judgmental, humorous, empathetic, and authentic approach to help them reach whatever goals are t...
At some point, people face barriers between how they are perceived and who they want to be. And at some point life can hit us with random or chronic disruptions. Whether or not your mental health warrants a diagnosis, a core component to counseling is to identify and treat the imbalance in wellness. This includes identifying internal and external issues. Counseling may be the right resource if ...
I provide services for those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and/ or addiction. It is my full intention to work with individuals to process these struggles and to be able to work through them. I believe support is important and the overall goal is to help you fulfill your goals and future aspirations. My mission is to help you find the skills and knowledge that can lead to a succes...
Hello, and welcome to my practice. I am a Vermont Licensed Psychologist-Master specializing in relationship conflicts, interpersonal communication skills, anxiety, work and employment stress, life changes and transitions, parenting issues, depression, and grief. My services are available to male and female adults. I have over 35 years of professional experience in private practice, hospital bas...
Being human means that both joy and pain, love and despair, connection and loneliness, vitality and apathy, all occur in the same inner space. When that space gets overwhelmed with pain, shame, or fear, we can feel as though we’re running on fumes - burned-out, disconnected, feeling stuck or paralyzed. Thoughts and emotions affect the way we move through life; and consciously or not, past...
Have you tried everything, but still worry constantly? You don't have to live like this. There is hope. Sometimes anxiety or depression manifests in body aches, sleepless nights, numbness, feeling on edge or sensitivity to loud sounds, irritability, nightmares, feeling lonely or sad. I can support you to break free from your anxiety and find calm and joy in your days again. We could start by...
Are you struggling with unhappiness, anxiety or other issues that are impacting your quality of life and relationships? Do you want to let go of the past, define what is important in your life and live a life aligned with your values? Sometimes we need someone to walk alongside us as we take those first steps on the path to wellness. Whether it is managing a chronic mental health issue, coping...
Do you find it hard to trust people, maybe you worry and second guess your decisions. Your world may feel uncaring, unsafe and you may feel you don’t know yourself or you don’t fit in. You feel sad, unhappy and easily irritated. You feel like you can never be your true self. You need support and a space to figure things out. Together we can build a bond of trust to create a space where you feel...
Feeling hopeless and anxious? Lost control of your life? Traumatic experiences, depression, and anxiety steal your focus, impede your goals, and create constant distress. Can't shake that feeling of dread? It’s nearly impossible to find joy in the moment if you’re always waiting for your worst fears to be realized. Living a productive and meaningful life is possible once you conquer the obstacl...
Do you feel overwhelmed? Have you endured unbearable circumstances in the past? Do you feel like you spend your life in a rushed and hurried state, longing to slow down, only to be unable to relax when you have the chance? Do you feel a persistent aloneness or separateness, even in the midst of your acquaintances, friends, family, and colleagues? Do you feel stuck in some area of of your life, ...
In my private practice, I have SPECIALIZED IN WORKING WITH ADULT MEN for over 30 years-- as individuals, in relationships, and in groups. The guys who come to see me are often confused and feel clueless about how to be better emotional partners in their intimate relationships. My view is that traditional masculinity has brainwashed us as men to believe that "being a man" requires us to hide beh...
As an LMFT, I inspire to help others navigate the murky waters of life. Life is messy and hard with many complicated relationships. Through dedication, honesty, trust, and compassion I will help you understand yourself and your emotions to improve the relationships that connect you. I consider myself a late bloomer in life, as a childhood trauma had a hold of me, and I stopped progressing...
*Accepting for Waiting List* I know the decision to come to counseling can be very difficult for many individuals. Taking that leap into the unknown can be scary (coming into counseling for the first time or seeing a new counselor if you have had counseling before). I believe that the individual decides to come to therapy because they have tried everything they can think of to improve their...