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
Do you feel overwhelmed or isolated in dealing with life's challenges? Do you struggle with close relationships? Can you benefit from developing a deeper self-awareness and self-acceptance? My integrative approach to psychotherapy is tailored to meet your personal needs. The focus of my practice is on treating problems related to depression, anxiety, work-related stressors, marital or relations...
Are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, self-critical, disconnected from your body, unhappy or insecure in your relationships, overly anxious or stressed, and/or hopeless about future possibilities? If so, I am glad you are reaching out for support. Through our work together my clients report feeling an increased sense of self confidence and appreciation for life, compassi...
Do you feel stuck in the same unhealthy patterns and want more for your life? Do you feel depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed by the memories of a traumatic past? I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma recovery with an emphasis on adult survivors of abuse. We will work collaboratively to develop a plan that fits your needs, whether you are looking f...
There is little doubt that a sit down with a seasoned counselor is the safest and most dignified approach to the fears and apprehension that come with an understanding that the door to a substance use problem is going to get opened. Top of the Hill was designed to be that place of this initiation. We care to continue to be known as Portland's best known outpatient facility for the delivery of...
When asked what has brought my client to therapy, one of the first responses is ‘I don't even know where to begin'...well, if you are in my office, you've taken the first step. YOU have decided to make the changes that will bring you closer to God...that will help you achieve your peace, access your answers, & release your emotions. I am an LCSW with 27+ years experience of working successfully...
I offer individual, couples counseling and career counseling for people of all ages. As a professional businessman and now a psychotherapist, I bring life experience to therapy that gives me practical and insightful perspective on the challenges people face at home, the workplace and in their relationships. I enjoy working with couples and have extended training in the Gottman Therapy method....
Making the decision to start therapy can be a very vulnerable time, whether it be for you or your child. In therapy you will have a safe and judgement free space to meet your goals. I enjoy working with children and adults to recognize strengths and build on them to assist you in meeting your well being needs. Whether you are struggling to overcome an incident or event, wanting to make specific...
In each of us there is a wise and compassionate Self. It is already there, and does not have to be created or developed. Too often, however, our access to this Self is obscured by protective and sometimes conflicting thoughts and emotions. These protections were put in place for a reason, but can become outdated and even dysfunctional as we mature. In our therapy together we will uncover what i...
I enjoy working with a wide variety of people. Ideally, my patients are those willing to to invest in an ongoing treatment that involves becoming curious about their histories, the interaction between their inner and outer worlds, and the influence all have on motivation and behavior. The ability to recognize that we all play a part in our own lives and thus contribute to our own difficulties t...
You may be in transition, suffering with loss, stressed or in pain - you deserve support. For over 20 years I have enjoyed helping clients move towards deeper understanding and resolution in their lives. I Provide brief and long term psychotherapy for adults and couples facing a wide range of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, social isolation, harassment, trauma and grief. Psychotherapy ...
FOCUS ON ANXIETY & DEPRESSION Trained in Dr. Brene' Brown's research. Today you are one step closer to achieving your personal goals and beginning a positive path toward growth and well-being. Wendy J Poole, Master of Art: Communication and Master of Science: Clinical Mental Health, Certified Daring Way (TM) Facilitator and Licensed Professional Counselor. She offers you help to uncover your tr...
I make it a priority to help my clients feel at ease with me and with the work we do together. If you were my client, you can expect me to be warm, welcoming and supportive. My specialty areas include: attention deficit disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar, OCD, relationship issues, and self-esteem building, although I have personal comfort with a myriad of presenting concerns (please see si...
I honed my helping skills providing over a decade of individual, couple, and family counseling and working several years in the crisis intervention and crisis stabilization field in the states of California and Virginia. My experience and knowledge equips me to share with others as a marriage and family therapist, minister, coach, consultant and author, and allows me to facilitate positive chan...
Are you having difficulty finding your voice? Are you frustrated that you and your teen are not getting along? Are you on that road that seems to go in circles? Are you hoping that today is not the same as yesterday? I have spent 14 years working with children, adolescents, and adults in various capacities. The common trend among individuals is that each person wants the best that life has to...
I am a clinical psychologist who works to help clients cope with emotional difficulties and achieve valued life goals. My theoretical orientation is cognitive-behavioral and my practice is guided by research. As a complement to traditional cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), I often integrate mindfulness and acceptance-based techniques into my work. Therapy is a collaborative process and I work...
