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 am a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adolescents and adults ages 10 and up. I utilize a wide range of approaches tailored to my clients’ unique needs. These therapeutic methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Inner Child Processing, and Mindfulness. I treat a variety of presenting problems including, but not limited to,...
In my work as a therapist, I believe each person’s experience is unique; therefore I take a strengths based and person centered approach to effectively build rapport and trust. My focus is on being approachable, empathetic, non-judgmental, supportive and authentic. Collaboration is imperative and through our work together, I help guide clients and their families to learn techniques and strategi...
Feeling overwhelmed? Something's off but you just can't put your finger on it. Maybe you are a new mom or about to be one, or even a seasoned one and life is just getting to be too much. Maybe you have been growing more and more fed up at work. Maybe your relationship with your partner has not been going well. Maybe you and your partner have been trying to decide if you want to have kids. Maybe...
Looking for culturally-sensitive therapist that seeks to build a brave space for his clients? Looking for a therapist who will bring his authentic self and help you build the courage to bring your authentic self? Looking for a nonjudgmental therapist? I am here!!! I seek to build a strong relationship with my clients that is open, honest, courageous, and collaborative where their needs are met....
Sadness, grief and worry are normal human experiences. However, when they endure for long periods of time or when you are overwhelmed by the effects of stress or trauma, if you have difficulty sleeping or concentrating or you feel hopeless or helpless, then it may be time to visit a skilled therapist. My goal is to deeply understand and care for the people who come to me for treatment. I will w...
Shawna Jackson, M.Ed, L.P.C. is a licensed counselor that joined Southern Psychiatric Professionals in June 2019. She graduated from The University of Georgia with a Bachelor's Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Development and Family Science, and obtained an additional Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Shawna continued her training at UGA and obtained her Master’s of Education in...
Life can feel stressful, overwhelming, confusing, and even scary at times. I strive to help individuals navigate these times in their lives and emerge feeling hopeful and confident. My approach to therapy is very client centered and strength based. I encourage the individual to create their own goals for therapy that we can work on together. It is my goal to help you build insight, identify...
Throughout our life span we will encounter different challenges, transitions, and stresses. Most of them we will be able to navigate with the skills and wisdom we’ve learned or developed during our life. Sometimes, however, we encounter situations we don’t feel prepared for or have difficulty coping with. Or sometimes we have been carrying the same anxieties, the same feelings of unhappiness, t...
I have thirty years of experience providing therapy to adults of all ages. My style is warm, non-judgmental, respectful, and active. I use a blend of relational, mindfulness, psychodynamic and skills-based approaches to help you gain clarity and develop strategies to feel better. I am interested in seeing you as a whole person; understanding your experiences within your personal, cultural and...
We all have trauma, obstacles, setbacks in life, or times where we don't feel our best. It can be a struggle to just get through the day. Sometimes we find that those traumas and obstacles are too big to overcome on our own, and we need help. Therapy can be an excellent place to process through and heal from trauma, gain new coping skills or improve old ones, and develop the self-awareness and...
Are you struggling to find support in your recovery? Are you feeling lost, alone, or unsure of yourself? Many individuals struggling with addiction, codependency, and relatable challenges are that they do not know where to begin, cannot find the right supports, have a desire to understand themselves while having the support through an often overwhelming and challenging time in their lives. Can ...
Making that first call to see a therapist can be one of the hardest things to do. Counseling can help lessen depression and anxiety. It can help make sense out of troubling childhood experiences. It can also make more clear if a relationship that is in distress can be saved. The downside is that sometimes discussing sad and upsetting things can seem to make the bad feelings worse, even if in th...
COVID-19: Video Therapy or office is OPEN. I have over 25 years of experience working with teens, adults, couples & families, depression, anxiety, addiction, and Sports Psychology where I enjoy working with individual athletes, coaches, and teams in the world of sports performance. Life will throw all kinds of situations at you that can cause you to feel unprepared or out of control. Sometimes,...
Did you lose your father at some point in your life, either because he passed away, or he simply just left and never came back? Have you gone through your life being sad or angry, but pretending that this loss hasn't effected you and all of your relationships? Do you ever question your own self-worth and wonder why you don't let anyone get too close, or why you even choose to be in the...
It is always my goal to connect with clients in the most authentic way possible. My approach is holistic and compassionate, while being direct. I want to support my clients in their journey and empower them to pursue deep truths and the challenges of recovery. I specialize in treating clients with eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I am passionate about assisting...
