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 clinical social worker with a passion for nature-based services, spiritual practices, and expressive arts. Combining art, spirituality and nature results in a unique and empowering experience for clients of all ages. People are free to discover and share their life experiences in a safe and honoring environment. Sharing one's pain and experiences can be hard, and I strive to be ...
I approach counseling from a whole-person or holistic perspective. We will address your specific needs and find the therapeutic path that is just right for you. We will work on all aspects of your life; collaborating with your doctors, nutritionist, psychiatrist, school etc. to affect the most complete and long-lasting change possible. Uniquely, I offer concierge options for those seeking more...
Choosing the right counselor can be a big decision, so I appreciate you taking the time to see if I am the right fit for you. I have been a practicing therapist for 10 years and have worked with a wide variety of clientele. I have experience working with individuals ranging in age from 4 - 65+. Most clients find me because they are having difficulty functioning at their "normal" level and think...
My work centers on helping people to uncover and re-shape their psychic barriers. Old hurts can haunt our internal sense of control, creating discomfort and imbalance within us, and dysfunction in our daily lives. Finding peace and fulfillment happens through gentle, non-judging dialog between you, me, and the parts of you that are impacting on your emotional comfort. I always discover great...
Hello, I am Marsha Shelov. We, at Taconic, know that finding the right therapist can be a difficult process. We help you find the right match with a member of our group because the match between you and your counselor makes all the difference in your having a good therapy experience. I am one of our 6 psychologists with advanced PhD's and over 30 years of experience. Because each of us has...
I provide psychotherapy to adult clients, both on an individual basis and within the context of significant relationship(s). I see clients whose gender or sexual orientation do not fit neatly into the boxes assigned at birth. I work with clients struggling with depression, grief, loss, and body image issues. I see both couples and those in non-traditional family structures who are experiencing...
Many people hesitate calling a counselor. I'd like to offer you an inviting, respectful and reflective place to discuss your life issues. Since counseling is a personal process, we'll work together to understand your concerns and seek healthy changes. My style is relational and draws from many different therapeutic strategies and theories, depending on the clients needs. I enjoy working with...
Relationships are hard, under the best of circumstances. When "extra" challenges-like the pressure of parenting young children, struggles with communication & conflict, addiction, or life stressors, are added onto the challenge, it can be so overwhelming. We each are a result of many experiences- our families of origin, our current families, our social & cultural experiences. Regardless of...
I work best with older adolescents, adults and couples seeking a therapy relationship to count on as long as the work is helpful. I've provided brief treatment many times, but if you're in a rush, I'm probably not your ideal therapist. In 30+ years, I've come to believe that satisfaction in life and relationships depends largely on the quality of your relationship with yourself. Therapy is a...
NOTE: I currently am not accepting new clients. As a seasoned PTSD specialist and a holistic wellness therapist, my practice often includes working with people who've experienced stressful life events; helping them reclaim their lives and find joy again. I work with survivors of sexual assault, relationship violence, accidents, military combat, and traumas experienced by first responders. I...
Through an honest, here and now approach I strive to create a genuine, respectful, trust-filled relationship that promotes openness and healing.I see therapy as a journey, and my role is to help guide and encourage individuals and families to work through their challenges and bring happiness and resolution into their lives Treatment of adjustment to life changes, conflictual relationships,...
Are you a woman dealing with an excessive amount of anxiety? Intestinal distress; vomiting; compulsive hair pulling/ eyebrow pulling/eyelash pulling are all signs of too much distress. Foggy brain and too little sleep are also products of our current national and world changes. I work with adult women who feel troubled and embarrassed by their amount of anxiety (Of course you want to be seen as...
Has life dropped an unwanted change in your lap? Or perhaps a change is what you want to achieve. I offer guidance to support you in coping with the realities of life, and in creating new ways of being in life. I bring compassion and commitment to my work. My clients find that I am gentle but also direct and responsive. Your sense of emotional safety - that you feel heard, understood, and accep...
Kristin Newland earned her Masters Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years experience working with clients ages 10-18, young adults and adults dealing with difficult life transitions, anxiety and depression. Kristin is also a managing partner at Navesink Counseling Associates, overseeing and supervising a team of skilled clinicians. In...
I would like to ease the anxiety life can bring during times of change, during your daily routines, or in special situations: caregiver struggles, aging parents/dementia, parenting questions or stress, behavior concerns with children, divorce adjustment and grief. If you would like to increase your positive mood, cope with worry in a calm manner, build helpful communication skills, and create a...
