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 world is upside down, unpredictable, and twisted up these days. It can feel that way inside, too. Like there’s no solid ground and you’re just drifting along. If you're tired, anxious, sad, angry, depressed, lonely, empty...that all makes total sense in life in general and especially in this upended world. Whether your struggles are related to the pandemic, to life events, or past pain, the...
Anxiety allows living things to survive by providing a fast and forceful response to threat in the environment, either physical or emotional. But at times, these responses become dysfunctional and anxiety reeks havoc on the very values and relationships we live for. It benefits us to distinguish between responses that are helpful vs unhelpful or destructive. It’s valuable, to take time to explo...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Darien, CT. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Vermont and my Master's Degree in 2013 from Fairfield University. I have more than 5 years successfully treating individuals, families, teens, children and couples. I have been married for more than 20 years and have three children. I look forward to speaking with yo...
"Life is difficult." So reads the first line of M. Scott Peck's classic book, "The Road Less Traveled," and so it is in our own lives. All of us have to travel difficult roads, and there are times during which we need companions on the journey. I am grateful to be in a position in which I can journey alongside my clients to help them cope, heal, and become stronger and more resilient. Depending...
Do you often feel anxious, worried, or depressed? Do you avoid going to parties, stores, or other social events? Do you have a difficult time attending school or work? Do your family members or friends tell you that you worry too much? I have over twenty years of experience helping children, adolescents and adults work through barriers that are keeping them from living life to the fullest. Whet...
I believe that therapy is a collaborative process dedicated to helping people live their best lives. My role as a therapist is to explore your emotional, physical, spiritual, and life experience in a supportive and caring environment and work with you to help produce positive growth and change. I work with children, teens, and adults dealing with a variety of concerns, from mood and behavior...
Is it finally time to make time for you? Let me help you create a protected time to dedicate to the things that you deeply want, need and care about. Depression, anxiety, shame, addiction, and anger are usually symptoms of things within yourself or your life that you have neglected, given up on, or settled for. Instead of just treating the symptoms, I want to help you get to the center of what...
John has devoted his career to helping clients develop self-understanding while making practical, positive changes in their lives. He believes psychotherapy can be an indispensable tool in this endeavor. John has worked with people of diverse backgrounds with a broad range of presenting concerns, and has developed expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, loss, identity issues, relational...
There's something, or someone, missing... You feel stuck as you struggle to navigate life's challenges, move beyond current circumstances, or cope with unbearable grief. Things seem dark. You're wounded, frustrated, and worried that it won't get better. You need someone to hope with, and maybe even for, you. Let me help you grieve, cultivate your best possible mental health, and enjoy increased...
**I am not accepting new clients at this time** My client base consists primarily of young adults experiencing significant life transition related to identity, career challenges or interpersonal relationships. I work with clients to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship in which we can integrate their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to reduce stress and engage more authentically. I teac...
We all have times where we could use some extra support. I offer a warm, engaged presence to help foster healing and growth. I believe we all have the capacity to heal but that we sometimes need a partner or guide to help us look deeply at the parts of our lives that need attention. I feel honored to be able to provide compassionate psychotherapy to individuals wanting to gain insight into old...
I am a licensed clinical counselor and I have experience in helping adults and adolescents with a variety of mental health and substance abuse concerns. I enjoy working with individuals in establishing goals to increase their well being and developing an effective plan to get those goals met. I am currently providing telehealth services. My experience includes addressing concerns with issues...
As a holistic therapist, I will work with you to attend to your mind, body, and spirit. It is common for people who have experienced significant life changes, challenging relationship dynamics, or trauma to feel a sense of disconnection from their inner self, their bodies, and their relationships. It often feels as if the weight of your experiences are blocking you from fully engaging in your...
Are you overwhelmed and don't how you got to this point or how to get back? Stuck in past behaviors and patterns? Are you struggling with a relationship or experiencing difficulties with parenting? I am here to assist you in identifying and implementing desired changes. I am EMDR trained and utilize this approach to treat anxiety, panic attacks, depression, stress, phobias, sleep problems,...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with ten years of experience working with diverse populations of various ages, cultures and backgrounds. I have come to tailor my clinical practice toward assisting clients in discovering their true and unique values that can lead to a life worth living. I combine elements of dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitme...
