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
We are not alone, there is hope and help, reach out, ask for help. Racing thoughts? Stressed out? Victimized, traumitized? Can't stop...? Your life can get better, see my specialties. Call today Diagnostic evaluations Inpatient as well as outpatient experienced...
I am a clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working with adults. I have specialized training in couple psychotherapy and EMDR, a technique that helps alleviate severe stress reactions. I generally work with people who are experiencing some kind of difficulty moving forward in life. This could be from a recent stressor or the culmination of past events. I bring a broad skill s...
Everyday we are confronted with stressful situations in this hungry city we love and call home. The fast pace can be too much at times especially when we are dealing with personal issues. The loss of a loved one, starting a new job, a break up- these can all make the day to day tasks feel overwhelming. "This job is too hard", "I will never find someone"-negative thoughts like these can cloud ou...
Parenting is hard, trying to become a parent is hard, and being a kid is hard too, but no one tells us any of those things. The truth is that we don't always fall instantly in love with our babies, we feel guilty and resentful, kids don't behave the way we believe they should, and we just aren't happy. There are so many secrets and so much shame during the seasons of infertility, pregnancy,...
Jared Epler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who has worked in the counseling field for over 10 years. He works with adolescents and adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, career issues, life transitions, and issues surrounding LGBTQ+ identity. He has a Master of Science degree in School & Mental Health Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania. Jared approaches ...
You've already taken a brave step. Seeking therapy means you have a desire to engage in life in a different way. Across their diverse backgrounds, my clients have all decided they want something more, and I have the privilege of watching them get there. By establishing a safe space for expression and exploration, I'll join you as you tolerate and, when ready, lean into uncomfortable thoughts,...
Seeking counseling can be difficult to do and lends itself to being vulnerable in front of someone you do not know. An initial goal of mine is building comfort between myself and the client so that they can speak about the things that they struggle with. Only when the client can feel this level of comfort and safety can the best work be done. I work to get each client from where they are when...
How often do you find yourself saying, "I want to live to my fullest potential and nothing is going to stop me." Now you, more than likely, think "If I can just get through the day, I'm good." When was the last time you felt you could conquer your world, its many problems and demands but, now find yourself unable to cope with changing a light bulb. It's painful to feel stuck, indecisive and...
Within the safety of a therapeutic relationship healing and change can occur. With a compassionate and caring therapist this process can unfold. It's possible to become the person you desire to be. Even with a good set of change making skills we can feel stuck and unable to access a pattern that worked before or create a new pattern. In therapy you can clarify what is keeping you stuck and chan...
In my global approach to therapy, I empower clients to tap into their own ideas around healing--things that perhaps they've lost touch with when sadness and stress set in. My clients tend to be individuals, couples, and teens with minority identity (ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, etc.) seeking support, and also those for whom race, culture, language, and social justice are important. I hav...
I work to create an environment that feels warm and supportive for each person. The relationship between the client and therapist is a true measure on how helpful the counseling experience will be for an individual. My goal is to guide and empower clients to make important meaningful changes in their life. I primarily use the methods of strength based and person centered talk therapy to achieve...
Are you feeling overwhelmed and unable to stop the worries in your head? Experiencing panic attacks that leave you worried about the next time one happens. Do you stay up at night worried about everything from your job to your relationships? Maybe you feel down or depressed and you aren't sure how to start feeling better. Is the current state of the world causing you to feel stressed or alone?...
I've had over 20 years of experience in the field, working with many issues including a variety of sexual issues, abuse, crisis intervention, anxiety, depression and anger. I work with both youth and adults. I ask that anyone wishing to see me first make a consultation appointment (at no cost) to find out if you think I am a good fit for what you are hoping to get out of therapy. If not, I will...
Have you been told that you are *too* sensitive? Do you notice and know things that most others seem to miss? Are you often overwhelmed by too much coming at you in the world and need a lot of alone time to recover from the stresses of daily life? Do you find yourself in relationships that are a one-way street? One in five people will answer "yes" to these questions. If you are one of them, you...
Everyone experiences stress, yet how one copes is very individual. When life challenges us beyond our limits, we may need professional help. I am a PhD social worker with 30 years of experience in health and mental health. I work with individuals and couples utilizing a strengths-based, psychodynamic counseling approach. Different therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and...
