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
Having a hard time getting out to bed? Feeling like the world is on your shoulders/lost and rejected? Maybe feeling like the walls are closing in on you, or perhaps you are having intrusive thoughts or uncontrollable emotional/angry outbursts. These feelings can be terrifying and interfere with your daily life functioning. I don't want you to have to suffer from these feelings anymore. I can gi...
I am happy to be here for you through a secure video session during this uncertain and challenging time. Are you on autopilot and simply going through the motions? Are you tired of just surviving life? What would happen if you lived your life on purpose and intentionally created a life that you love? It would be my pleasure to help you create the life you have imagined. I provide a unique blend...
Lisa Sexton
Minneapolis
Minnesota
Lisa Sexton
Minneapolis
Minnesota
( English | español ) I believe that each person has inherent strengths and talents. My approach is to help clients (children and adults) discover and use these strengths in order to solve their own problems, while also providing cognitive-behavioral interventions to support clients' recovery. I have experience working with people experiencing homelessness, alcohol and drug addictions,...
"Something's gotta change!" If you are reading this, you have already come to this conclusion. I understand that life situations and experiences can be very challenging, stressful, and painful. Are you or your loved one struggling with stress, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, other difficult emotions, or other concerns? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, helpless, or uncertai...
I am passionate about working with women who are looking for balance in their social, emotional, physical, spiritual and vocational needs. Women have many roles and the complexities of those demands are difficult to manage. My goal is to provide an individualized approach to your needs. I can employ a faith based approach if you prefer. If you are a parent, our work together may include parent...
You are doing well in your career, but that success doesn't always translate when it comes to your personal relationships. You find yourself picking the wrong people, again and again. The people you pick end up having different long-term goals, or they are not healthy for you, or it doesn't work out for any number of reasons. Maybe you have already been married, but it didn't work out and you a...
Rachel Aredia
Chicago
Illinois
Rachel Aredia
Chicago
Illinois
During my career in the mental health field, I have learned that the biggest thing for my clients is fostering a judgement-free space where one can be authentic and feel genuinely heard. My approach has been described as engaging, empathic, direct, and non-judgmental. I use humor in my sessions to humanize the process of therapy. I work to create a space where you can be your authentic self and...
Ian Murray
Charlotte
North Carolina
Ian Murray
Charlotte
North Carolina
Parenting adolescents is challenging. As your teen gets older, they may show signs of struggling in some or many areas of their lives. You may notice personality changes, or they no longer have the same interests or no longer seem motivated. You’ve read books, tried different strategies and tried to communicate with your teen, but there has not been sustained change. You know that your teen has...
I have a desire to help others see that change is possible, empower them to make steps towards change, and help them discover their true selves. I believe in the connection of the body, mind, and spirit, and how problems in one of these areas can impact the whole person. In these times, anxiety is something that is often being seen in an outpatient setting. I am a Certified Anxiety Treatment...
I specialize in counseling children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with a range of issues--from managing the stress of everyday life to more serious difficulties, such as mood disorders, trauma, and anger management. I believe that developing a collaborative, yet change-oriented, relationship with my clients is key to promoting growth. As such, I am solution-focused and strive to hel...
Being a new parent can come with a lot of doubt and anxiety. My job is to help you recognize the things that you're doing well and give you the tools you need in the areas that you feel less confident in. I want to support you in feeling empowered, confident, knowledgeable, and attuned to your child. I work with young children ages birth to eleven and parents, to strengthen relationships in the...
We live in complicated times. The stresses put upon our relationships with those we care about most can, at times, feel overwhelming. Many couples and families are dealing with any number of difficult or impossible relational issues. Whatever your need, you have the power to make the changes necessary to have the future you desire. Whether your marriage or family is in crisis and is in need of...
As a faith-based and bilingual counselor with a strong background in educational psychology; I believe in empowering my clients with the necessary coping skills and tools to help them deal effectively with different life changes or unexpected life crises. It is a privilege to use my unique approach in assisting you to cope with issues of depression, anxiety, PTSD, family crisis, marital conflic...