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
If you yearn for a more fulfilling relationship, greater self-esteem, a more enjoyable, purposeful life, or healing from the past, it means you’re paying attention. There’s always room for growth. Perhaps you aspire to improve one aspect of your life or several areas. Maybe you feel discouraged and lost because you’ve worked hard to make things better and haven’t seen a difference, or you’re ne...
"Where were you when I needed to hear this some time ago!" Ericka focuses on quality life changing therapeutic experiences. Ericka believes in meeting people where they are at and providing them with the support and tools necessary to expand their strengths while managing their weaknesses. Ericka's warm and inviting personality makes therapy feel like a conversation between two best friends....
You wish people understood the hurt you carry every day. You are tired of pretending it didn’t happen; tired of being angry; tired of explaining; and tired of people expecting you to move on. You don’t have to hold the secret, or silence yourself any longer because others refuse to bear witness to your pain. If you are an adult who struggles with childhood trauma, an overwhelming grief, separat...
**Currently Offering Online Therapy, Outdoor Therapy, and Phone Based Therapy** Anxiety and Stress can be a normal part of life – until they're not. I work with caring people (parents, caregivers, and people who just plain care) to help lessen their anxiety so that they can continue with their important work. My goal is to find the best way to help those who help others. If you’re a caring pers...
My Core Values for your child are: 1) Voice: To assess the ways children express themselves. 2) Voice: To teach children how to express their thoughts and feelings through words. To teach children to communicate to others what they need and/or want and be understood. 3) Voice: To be a child advocate. 4) Children: Children believe in a better tomorrow, they have hope in mankind. The emotional,...
I have over 14 years of experience working with various populations. I have worked with dual diagnosis, veterans, corrections, individuals and children. I believe in a person-centered based perspective to empower each client within their individual needs. I view therapy as a collaborative process and together the client and I will work together to identify individual strengths and how to achiev...
I provide psychological evaluations for adults, adolescents, and children. A psychological evaluation can give you and your health care provider a better understanding of the issues and concerns that you, your child or teenager are confronting. The process generally requires several meetings which include discussion of your background and current challenges. I use different types of psychologic...
When overwhelm, trauma, relationships, and transitions impact us it can be difficult to navigate life. I offer a warm, authentic and compassionate presence to help you connect with wellbeing and possibilities. My view of healing is relational, and I welcome your full self. I have experience supporting survivors of trauma and work honoring heart, body, mind and spirit. I have done specialized...
Sketching an ideal client would be to have someone who is able to follow their path, climb their hurdles, with little if any help. The most current mental health concern is anxiety and anxiety with depression are almost always co-occurring. Clients who admit they have an issue which is impeding their growth, and who wants to work on their hurdles, are the ideal clients. Clients not interested n...
Living in the Bay Area is both exhilarating and challenging. With the pressures and responsibilities of time, work, and family, you may encounter challenges to find the balance and much needed support for your emotional wellbeing. Are you experiencing work or relationship stress or have other worries or concerns? You do not have to navigate this alone. Friends and family are usually well meanin...
As a professional counselor, my focus is working with children, adolescents, and adults to navigate through their presenting challenges . I incorporate a spectrum of individual and family therapy in order to provide a comprehensive, familial treatment plan to reach the identified counseling goals. I have 15 years experience in the education system, consisting of ten years as a teacher and five...
Caregivers want their children to thrive. However, parenting can be tough and modern life can overwhelm children and their families. Is your child overly anxious or struggles with low self-esteem? Or does your child experience repeated angry outbursts? Maybe your child has a hard time sitting still and focusing or your family is going through a divorce and you are worried on how to best support...
Are you or your teen struggling with difficult emotions? Feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Is your teen lashing out? Struggling with relationships? When we are struggling sometimes these emotions come out as negative behaviors, i.e. dishonesty, anger management, aggression, & difficulty connecting with others. Have you ever noticed taking our struggles on those closest to us and/or anyone...
If you’re a parent worried about your teen, or an adult struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, or other issues, you don't have to handle this alone. You're entitled to your feelings and beliefs, and they will always come first in this process. You don’t have to hide, please, or impress. You will be heard and accepted as you are, without judgement or labels. You are not your problem...
