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.
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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
"How can therapy help me? What can you tell me that I don’t already know?”- these are ideas that are fairly common for many people considering therapy. After all, society tells us that “emotions are yucky” and can be difficult to face- so what can therapy do for you that will actually benefit you? I believe that therapy is not about the therapist “telling you” about yourself, but is instead to...
I enjoy working with families struggling with interpersonal relationships, pre and post marital issues, communication difficulties, substance abuse, and trauma. I have experience working with individuals dealing with addictions and recovery, depression, stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self esteem, grief, anger management, self harming issues, and borderline personality disorder. I also provi...
I am a believer in the Existential/Humanistic school of thought and the importance of making meaning in our lives. By meeting my clients in the here-and-now, I am able to work with them where they are presently, without going too far ahead of them or getting bogged down in the past. I’m collaborative, creative, and believe in an integrated approach when working with people. No single form of...
5 Star Google Rating. Teens & Adults. Symptoms of anxiety & depression can leave us feeling stuck & alone. They can stop us from enjoying day-to-day activities, living the life we want & may have a negative impact on our relationships. Thoughts & feelings related to anxiety & depression often make us feel like we aren't good enough, worried, afraid, & stuck. We may experience physical symptoms ...
Life inevitably comes with stress, conflict, and transitions that can bring about feelings of worry, fear, anxiety, sadness, etc. We invest time and energy in therapy because we seek change. Because the process of change involves a shift in vision and action, therapy can at times feel challenging and even uncomfortable. The therapeutic process, with commitment and a desire to make change happen...
(ONLY ACCEPTING MEDICAID CLIENTS AT THIS TIME) When you step into my office, I see that you are letting me into sacred ground. While I may have the training and the experience in emotional healing, you are the one who is the expert on yourself. As a counselor, it is my job to provide a safe place with the room for you to tune into yourself enough to heal and grow. I can offer effective tools to...
Therapy can help you during transitions and get you through difficult times. You don't need to suffer, you are Not alone! I can work with you to help you get through the difficult things in your life and you can go back to enjoying your everyday life and find meaningful connections with others again. My therapy treatment covers a wide range of issues, including Perinatal (Pregnancy and Postpart...
Santiam Counseling Center provides counseling services for individuals (adult and adolescent), couples, and families. Our goal is to provide an environment where individuals will feel heard, understood, challenged, and empowered toward change. We currently provide individual, couples, and family counseling services to adults and adolescent males ages 13-17. Each of our counselors is trained to...
"I hope you are blessed with a heart like a wildflower. Strong enough to rise again after being trampled upon, tough enough to weather the worst of summer storms, and able to grow and flourish even in the most broken places." -Nikita Gill The impact of trauma, anxiety, or depression in your life can lead you to feel isolated, stuck, or disempowered. As a licensed counselor, I believe that no on...
Kerrie received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Kentucky Wesleyan College in 1997 and her Masters in Social Work from Spaulding University in 2005. Kerrie is a licensed clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky and has 12 years’ experience providing therapy to children and families. She worked with children in other capacities for an additional five years. She also completed t...
**Currently accepting new patients for online appointments!!** ONLINE SCHEDULING (available through practice website: www.coastallightcounseling.com) Specializing in life transitions, family conflict, and personal identity; I enjoy working with adolescents and adults. My passion is helping individuals challenge negative thoughts and create new, positive, self-loving thoughts and behaviors. Copi...
*NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* It takes strength to ask for help. Each person lives a life full of unique circumstances and challenges. I believe in partnering with my clients to help them develop their potential and find the path that is right for them. My goal is to empower clients to live their best lives. I enjoy seeing the pride my clients have when they've succeeded in reaching the...
Whatever brings you here – whether challenging circumstances or an internal conflict – finding the right support can be daunting. As a gestalt therapist and a cultural anthropologist, I see therapy as an exercise of the possible. My approach aims to expand the horizons of what you’ve come to see as “true” regarding who you are and your prospects for fulfillment. With compassion and curiosity, w...
Life is messy. That’s the motto I adopted a few years ago to remind myself that there is no such thing as perfect and rarely does everything go according to plan. My journey has taken me through a variety of messes…divorce, single parenting, job changes, remarriage and the blending of families, just to name a few. Although this isn’t the path that I planned to take, I am thankful for each step...
Supportive co-exploration of emotions and patterns that often underlie mental health symptoms can increase hope, facilitate meaning and connection, and improve overall wellness. I aim to create a warm and safe environment that encourages individuals, families, and couples to identify, explore, and heal their particular areas of pain. Professional interests include trauma and attachment with an...
