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
At times anxiety, depression or identity struggles can hinder your ability from living the life you want, especially when feeling vulnerable. This affects our roles in relationships, careers, parenting, our social life, and living out our fullest potential. If your struggling with a thought life that leans more on the negative side and doesn't line up with who you are or who you want to be, I c...
I believe that the mind, body and spirit are deeply connected, and I combine my training in psychology with my experience as a massage therapist, herbalist, and reiki practitioner to address all of these aspects of healing. My counseling approach is relational and strengths-based. Together, we will build a safe and trusting relationship to explore what you need to heal. We will draw from a vari...
Someone recommended therapy, and I know that seems scary. Let me assure you, no one thinks you're crazy. A major part of therapy is about helping an individual find their true and authentic self. Through an eclectic form of treatment modalities, (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered, etc.) I want to help you resolve the internal conflict you are having within yourself. Whether you are...
Susan Holthaus is a licensed clinical social worker. She received her master’s and bachelor’s degrees in social work from Asbury University in Kentucky. She has provided therapy for children and parents, adolescents, and adults in a range of settings addressing issues such as bonding and attachment, abuse and trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, grandparents in a parent role and women’s issues. ...
Are you a parent who is having a hard time connecting with your child? Are you overwhelmed by all the phone calls from your child's school principal or day care provider? Think back to when times were easier or you felt like you had a grasp on this whole parenting thing...what if you could feel that every day? Children naturally push limits in order to feel safe & I know the foundational pieces...
Has your child been overly anxious since the onset of the COVID-19 crisis? Is your child experiencing more tantrums or having trouble focusing? Are you concerned your child will be behind after being out of school for months? Children and families are trying to adjust to significant changes in school, home, work, and social lives. As parents and caretakers, we are struggling to balance these ve...
Do you have unhealthy patterns of thinking and feelings about life, relationships, and yourself? Together, we will examine these patterns and experiment with new ways of processing and acting. My goal is to help increase your insight, enhance your relationships, and build on your strengths, while helping you develop tangible skills and strategies to live your life to its fullest. I specialize i...
There's a sense of disconnection leading you to act in ways that feel inauthentic. Relationships drain all of your energy and you've noticed this pattern repeating itself. You give so much to others only to realize that they’re not emotionally available for you. You're often dismissed and never seem to be anyone's priority. When you think about "healthy relationships" you know it's something yo...
I want to help you find the love that you want -- with yourself and with others. I work with individuals and couples, focusing on bringing more love, kindness, and acceptance to your life and relationships. Individuals have worked with me to explore such things as anxiety, depression, trauma resolution, relationship worries, boundaries, and childhood wounding. I also work with couples to naviga...
I offer a mindfulness-based and human-centered approach to counseling with the intention to support you in gaining a better understanding of yourself, current life situation and relationships. Through this therapeutic process you can become more aware of your needs and goals, and learn skills to cultivate self compassion and acceptance, as we together create a plan for you to take action steps ...
UPDATE: REMOTE (TELEHEALTH) SESSIONS AVAILABLE. Therapy can be instrumental in approaching and initiating change. Whether you are learning to identify and manage feelings or experiencing general challenges or a major life transition, we will work together to build a positive, therapeutic relationship that will help you accept and validate your authentic self. I have experience working with clie...
Thank you for visiting my site. I know your recovery is important. As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can not change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process between the therapist and the...
I recognize that it takes a great deal of courage and self-empowerment to begin the process of looking inward. I want to assist you in evoking this self-exploration in a comfortable and supportive space, allowing you to ultimately gain more control over your life struggles. My approach to therapy is fundamentally collaborative and affirming. I am here to meet you where you're at so we can make...
I believe that all humans want and deserve to live a life free from suffering. Sometimes early life experiences and stressful or traumatic life events make it feel as if Anxiety, Fear and Depression are our constant companions. Therapy can help us understand that these and other painful emotions will never last forever, and that even though we may not have had control over our past, we do have ...
Each client possesses their own unique life experiences. These experiences may be valuable teachers, but experiencing emotional distress may also manifest into feelings of helplessness and frustration. Counseling is a collaboration and we will work together to bring you to a place of healing and peace. Life presents us with opportunities to choose new paths and create new visions and goals. In...
