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
I believe clients are the experts in their lives and that empathic connection is central to healing. My goal is to work together to form a trusting relationship within which to process difficulty, understand challenges, and create meaning to move forward. My therapeutic approach is informed by psychodynamic and developmental theory, particularly relational and attachment-focused perspectives. I...
Are you frustrated because you feel misunderstood or judged? Does it seem like you struggle to prioritize your goals or responsibilities? Need someone to hold you accountable and help you see things from a different perspective? Or do you think that you could benefit from having a better bond with your child or teen? Does your child/teen seem to be ungovernable and unwilling to follow rules or...
Sometimes when life brings challenges and unwelcome stress, we may need a little extra support and clarity. At times we may feel confused, alone, or not know which direction our life is heading. Life is full of complications in which we all can benefit from working with a compassionate, qualified, and objective professional. My first and foremost goal is to create an environment of empathy and...
Do you desire to move beyond your circumstance or issues and gain a new and healthy perspective in life? No matter your challenge or situation, whether it is stagnation, life transitions, anxiety, depression, leadership struggles, faith/spiritual guidance, parenting issues, communication barriers, grief or loss, identity issues, marital conflict or just navigating life. Together we will work on...
Welcome! If you have found your way here, you may be feeling a little "stuck." The stress of everyday life can be difficult. Past trauma may be negatively impacting your self-esteem or familial, work, peer, and/or romantic relationships. In our efforts to please others we can sometimes we lose touch with ourselves, or don't feel entitled to having our own needs met. You might be struggling with...
I imagine you are searching for help or answers to some pretty serious questions about yourself, your relationship(s), and/or your symptoms. As a therapist I work to help people, not only with their symptoms, but with seeking to better understand themselves, their relationships, and how they came to be who they are and who they hope to become. I am a clinical social worker in private practice...
Do you struggle with persistent emotional discomfort? You’ve tried everything but nothing seems to work for long. It can also be overwhelming to go down the road towards healing on your own. Our past and present experiences tend to shape the way we view the world and ourselves. Painful relationships, negative self-judgments, and unresolved experiences can impair our ability to bounce back from...
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and certified yoga instructor, my approach towards wellness includes healing through the mind and the body. I incorporate a combination of mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you get unstuck from engaging in unhelpful patterns of behavior and learn how to change the way you see yourself and the world. Whether you are struggling with a...
Congratulations! You have chosen to seek help. It is important to find a therapist you can build a relationship with. I am described as an interactive, insightful, intuitive, genuine, non-judgemental therapist. My expertise comes from a unique balance of professional and personal training and experience. I have a passion for what I do and love coming to work everyday. I would love to join you i...
Good therapy can feel like great conversation, but with a qualified professional. Enter a space where you can express yourself freely. It's judgment-free, it feels both supportive and challenging, and it's designed to help you thrive, not just survive. I aim to help you let go of hurt and obstacles to growth, gain insight and clarity, and find new ways to feel and function better as you face th...
Therapy is about learning to tap into and develop ways to draw upon one’s inner source of strength, particularly when life becomes challenging and overwhelming. Therapy is a journey which leads to growth, authenticity, and the ability to trust oneself. Looking inward, however, isn’t always easy. As your therapist, I will help guide you through this process in a safe, nurturing and supportive...
I received my Bachelors in Social Work from Goshen College before obtaining my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. I am a seasoned therapist whose experience working in a variety of settings has equipped me to feel comfortable treating diverse populations, diagnoses, and issues. These include both adolescents and adults struggling with Depression, Anxiet...
As a therapist, I am committed to empowering clients to build fulfilling, values-rich lives. I work with individuals and couples striving to improve themselves and their relationships. I offer support for those struggling with anxiety, depression and interpersonal connections. And I do so with an approach that is direct, down-to-earth, and not afraid to use humor. I value collaboration, so we w...
Better is possible. Crises, life transitions, and losses can bring new triggers to old traumas. You may find yourself struggling with feelings that are debilitating, even immobilizing. Anxiety, sadness, and overwhelm can leave you feeling unable cope in healthy, appropriate ways. But it can get better, and you don't have to go at it alone. Therapy is an invitation to attend to your feelings and...
** Now accepting new clients & offering online short-term tele-therapy during the pandemic *** As a therapist, I approach each person from a strengths-based and nonjudgmental place. I believe we are all working to create the most meaningful and healthiest life possible for ourselves, but sometimes we could use a little extra help. I provide therapy to individuals, couples, women, men & nonbinar...
