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
Are you struggling to feel at peace with your body? Are you having a hard time breaking free of restriction, binge eating, purging, or feeling out of control with food? Life with an eating disorder or disordered eating is exhausting and all-consuming. Freedom from body hatred, fear of food, and negative thoughts is possible. You don't need to spend your life at war with your body. As a licensed...
Hi, and welcome to my page. Thank you for taking the first step in reaching out for help. I am the owner and operator of Grounded Guidance Counseling, where I provide outpatient therapy services to individuals and couples. I have a passion for serving the transgender and queer community, as well as trauma survivors. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) through the North Carolina Social...
** I am not currently accepting new clients.** People seek counseling for many reasons: life transition, loss, growth, anxiety, a deepened sense of meaning. Whatever your reason may be, my goal is to provide you with nonjudgmental and collaborative support that allows you to move toward a place of increased clarity and improved well-being. Therapy can be a tool to do so, as a confidential, safe...
Grief can feel overwhelming. Shock, disbelief, anger, guilt, and deep sadness are all normal reactions. You might feel physical symptoms. Sleep and appetite are often affected. Mentally you might feel confused, disoriented or forgetful. Grief can make you feel lost and out of control. I am a licensed clinical social worker who has spent my entire career working with individuals who have...
Oftentimes, people go through phases in life of feeling overwhelmed, stuck or hopeless. You are not alone. Counseling can offer you the tools to live the life you desire. My approach to therapy is rooted in helping you increase self-awareness by working collaboratively to unpack and unblock the barriers preventing you from living in wholeness. I offer support, encouragement and empowerment in a...
Human beings fascinate me. I am intrigued by both the "why" of how people came to be sitting with me sharing their story and the "how" of helping them change their lives for the better. When we work together, you are not your diagnosis or your problems but, rather, you are a human being trying your best to be content with yourself. It's as simple as that. I always tell my clients "you can't dri...
Every person experiences his or her own journey to healing and self-discovery. My role is to provide a safe space for individuals to get in touch with their own hidden potential and uncover what internal barriers hold them back from living their lives with joy and ease. Sessions are approached from a traditional counseling perspective as well as a holistic perspective, giving consideration to t...
My style is warm and genuine. Through empathy and validation I strive to offer a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere. My goal is to help you gain insight and practical tools to improve your quality of life. Providing support and understanding along with coping strategies helps to alleviate problematic thinking, behaviors, and symptoms. I have experience helping people who struggle with depression,...
At different times in our lives we can feel stuck and struggle with finding our way. Oftentimes, our usual ways of dealing with these struggles aren't helping or may even be preventing us from feeling better. I work with individuals who are dealing with loss and trauma, sadness and anxiety or having difficulties in relationships, work, school, parenting, and varying life-stage transitions. In t...
There are times when you need to talk to someone who is there only for you. Talking with a therapist provides a safe place to be vulnerable about painful thoughts and feelings. You may be feeling sad, angry, anxious or stuck. You may be unable to control negative thoughts, unhealthy behaviors, engaging in unhealthy relationships or repeating destructive patterns. You may be distressed from...
I have experience working with clients who struggle with a wide variety of difficulties and I enjoy helping people take control of their lives. I encourage clients to make the decision to take a direct role in seeking their purpose in life, and pushing themselves to reach their goals. I work to create a safe therapeutic environment; giving clients respect, compassion and helping them feel truly...
Seeking therapy is an act of strength and courage and the results can be life changing. Maybe you find yourself stuck in patterns that are negatively effecting your life, or you may have suffered a traumatic loss and just need a safe place to heal, or maybe you are experiencing challenges in your current relationships or with work/life balance. Whatever the reason, the therapeutic relationship...
I believe each person I work with has their own unique situation. We work together to discover strengths and then use those strengths to work through the issues in which they struggle. Common struggles include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, attachment, parenting and addiction. I bring a variety of techniques and many years experience to help break through the pain and find the hope....
When kids, teens, and young adults struggle with tough issues like anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, social difficulties, and/or academic issues, it could seem overwhelming when trying to find help for them. My goal was to create a one-stop-shop where families could go to get the help they needed - whether it was through mental health therapy, online parenting courses, or free parenting...
I work with individuals, couples and families, to help them overcome difficulties and build strength. I work with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, difficulties with life transitions, and communication and relational struggles. "Out of your vulnerabilities will come your strength" - Sigmund Freud. Empowering you is my goal and I like to work as a team. I bring to the team my knowledge of huma...
