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
What is your current life direction? Are you becoming more peaceful and joyful? Are you growing in your self-understanding? Are your thoughts and behaviors transforming to better reflect who you want to be? Are you becoming more equipped to handle life's unexpected challenges? Are your relationships growing in strength, trust, and intimacy? If your life has not been heading in the direction you...
I believe whole-heartedly in the importance of the family unit. With that being said, I work with both adults and children, but my specialty is child-centered play therapy. Children do not communicate in the same way as adults. I can assist you and your child in understanding the thoughts and feelings behind certain maladaptive behavior. Play therapy allows a child to explore their own thoughts...
**not currently accepting clients.** Telehealth/online session availability only - I offer practical help to deal with anxiety, self-defeating behavior patterns, depression, worry, shame, self-criticism, grief and loss, and to stop giving your power away. I will help you take an honest look at the issue, the feelings you're having, and what to do next. My style is warm and genuine, and I encour...
Life is never straightforward, and we are often left facing changes that are both surprising and difficult to navigate. Our routines are thrown off and we find ourselves living life in ways that we never imagined. Yet, as uncertain as it all may feel, we try to manage these struggles as best we can. It is through the turmoil we encounter and the perseverance that follows that we truly learn the...
My healing begins from a place of connection and an appreciation of your potential and the power we have to impact each other. I will support you in your search for greater meaning, emotional awareness and empowerment in a world that can be stressful and isolating. We will begin a thoughtful exploration of how your past experiences and relationships impact you presently. Together we will uncove...
( English | español ) At Danica Shay Counseling and Consulting, it is my passion to empower people to heal, achieve their goals, and fulfill their purpose. I have more than 10 years of experience in the mental health field and with victims of depression, abuse, and anxiety. I offer individual, couple, and family therapy and personal coaching. Also, I provide consulting services to organizations...
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS***. Sliding scale fees available with new interns. My goal as a therapist is to provide a, welcoming and non-judgmental space for us to join together to effectively address and resolve your specific concerns. In order to help you reach your true potential we must consider the whole person; mind, body, and spirit. I specialize in working with the adolescent populatio...
Uncertain, unplanned and unwanted experiences often produce feelings of abandonment, guilt, self-consciousness, and loneliness. We often feel tarnished, cheated and robbed. These experiences are sometimes an unfortunate a part of our journey. However, the secret lies in you, I am simply here to help you unveil it. As a therapist, I specialize in challenging you to begin the journey of becoming ...
You're revved up and feel like you're coming out of your skin. It feels like you're swimming in a sea of fear, dread, and worry. Your mind is racing, your heart is pounding, and your body is filled with tension. When you stop and ask yourself, "What am I so worked up over?" you either can't figure it out or you realize it is out your control anyway. You just want to relax, but when you slow dow...
You’ve tried so many trauma and addiction treatments and nothing seems to stick. The pain you experience just doesn’t get the relief you’re longing for and you want something different. You wonder if there will ever be a way through this pain and to a place of recovery. In some ways, you can see the light at the end of the tunnel, or at least imagine it. In other ways, that light seems so...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling in Wayzata. I am certified in Prepare-Enrich and trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I am skilled in Emotionally Focused Couples’ Therapy (EFT) and Narrative-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am an advocate for bringing contextual factors, such as ethnicity a...
We are not always kind to ourselves. We can get stuck in our thoughts, repeating past mistakes or challenges over and over, until we feel the same as we did in that difficult moment. Our problems can seem overwhelming and the solutions unclear. Even just thinking about our troubles can sometimes put us right back in the midst of anxiety, sadness, anger, and pain. With all this weighing on us,...
I specialize in anxiety, depression and stress counseling for adults and teens. My approach uses Buddhist psychology, ideas from yoga, mindfulness and mind-body perspectives to help people "befriend" their minds, control their thoughts and develop a stable sense of inner peace and calm....
Sometimes life becomes overwhelming due to trauma, increased anxiety and depressive symptoms leading us to believe there is something inherently wrong with us. We sometimes forget that we have the power to change our situation and circumstances. My goal is not to just treat the symptoms, but rather uncover the underlying root cause that triggered these symptoms and empower you to move forward i...
Feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? Together we can work to develop the insight and coping skills that will help you feel better, enjoy healthier relationships and empower you to live your best life. I understand that seeking help isn't easy, so I strive to develop a warm, empathic, accepting, and collaborative environment where you can feel comfortable discussing the issues that concern y...
