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, stressed or lost? Is your child not listening to you? Is your teen struggling to focus in school or having issues with friends socially? Life can throw us all off balance and I am here to help you get back on track. I use evidenced-based techniques with an emphasis on a trustworthy, compassionate relationship to help you maneuver life’s difficult challenges. I work with...
I am a military combat veteran with a practical and real world approach to therapy and working with the needs of clients. Using current and ground breaking therapeutic models I am able to relate and help clients living in the 21st century with 21st Century issues. Specializing in Trauma, anxiety based disorders, lifestyle dynamics and relational therapy; I believe that therapy should work to he...
You're not sure what changed, but you have noticed that you don't feel like yourself anymore. You feel exhausted and on edge. Your mind is constantly racing, and you can't seem to focus. Instead of doing the things you used to do, you binge watch TV or spend hours “scrolling” because that's all you have the energy to do. You try to sleep, but can't seem to quiet your mind, and you wonder if you...
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) psychotherapist. For 20 years, I have been helping individuals, couples and families with issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and adjustment. I understand the importance of identifying the underlying causes of symptoms to bring about lasting change and I am committed to helping my clients throughout the process while fostering a safe,...
Phil Flauto is a licensed professional clinical counselor with a supervision designation. He holds a bachelor’s degree in secondary education from Bowling Green State University and a master’s degree in community counseling from Kent State University. He has more than 15 years of experience in behavioral health care and has advanced training in trauma informed care. He works with adolescents an...
You may feel lost, but you are not alone. We all experience suffering as a part of the human condition, yet sometimes our symptoms of stress, despair, worry, or self-criticism stand in the way of living the life that we want. If you find yourself troubled by a particular life problem or psychological condition, or generally lacking a sense of vitality and purpose, working with a clinician can h...
In this fast-paced way of living, it’s hard to slow down and acknowledge that we’re struggling and in need of some support. Oftentimes, we don’t have the insight to understand why we’re feeling disconnected from those around us, and our attempts to make things right fall short. My work focuses on helping adults, couples, and families work through their challenges to find a greater sense of...
My orientation is relational, I practice being present and authentic in the therapeutic room in a way that facilitates a deeper connection with my clients. This includes the non-verbal communication that passes between us, processing emotions through the body, and allowing my clients to explore their personal traumas with my support. The goal of working in this psychodynamic, explorative way is...
I have a passion for working with behaviorally challenging kids, their parents, and women. I enjoy the process of sorting through the outward difficult behaviors and discovering the root of their actions. I have worked with troubled teens and tweens for more than 10 years and have discovered that there is always more than meets the eye with these youngsters. The teenaged years and the few...
Hi, and welcome! We’re all meant to live a life of deep expression, fulfillment and freedom, but sometimes need a little help. Together, we will strive not only to manage symptoms but to understand the root cause. We will explore aspects such as the past and present, cognitive/behavioral patterns, and deeper internalized messages to cultivate actual life-long and sustainable change. We will aim...
I understand the decision to begin therapy can be challenging. I create a safe environment for clients to feel comfortable discussing a range of topics- from romantic relationships, setting boundaries with loved ones, managing anxiety, career moves and so much more. If you are feeling "stuck" please know you are not alone and we can navigate it together. I use a range of treatment modalities...
Sometimes in life we may feel lost or confused. The feeling can show up in our relationships & individual lives. The ability to reflect and be comfortable in sharing the most intimate details about your life is not an easy task. My goal is to create a safe space for clients to share their stories and work on how to manage them moving forward by using a conversational partnership. What if you we...
Coastal Wellness and Counseling, LLC offers a systemic approach to healing relationships. Whether you are interested in strengthening your couple/marital relationship, your connection with your children and family, your relationship with yourself, and/or are seeking therapy for your child or adolescent, our clinicians specialize in providing an authentic and focused approach to healing. Coastal...
I value authenticity, connection, and every individual's strength and worth. With varied experiences from the child welfare sector, community mental health, corrections, and private practice, I have learned that therapeutic change occurs when individuals can engage with the therapeutic process with vulnerability, patience, and their own strengths. I work with children, adolescents, and adults w...
September 28th - I am not currently taking any new clients at this time. Children and adolescents often communicate their feelings and needs in some really confusing ways. Sometimes they and their families just need help to better understand what they are trying to say, to learn more constructive ways in which to express themselves, and for everyone in the family to learn more constructive ways...
