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
As a licensed professional counselor my goal is to help clients who are seeking guidance and understanding. Once YOU make a decision to start therapy it is important that YOU agree to commit to fully participate in YOUR journey filled with changes and challenges. I believe I can walk along side a client in his/her journey by first developing a plan that you can commit to. Whether it be in...
I enjoy and have experience working with a variety of issues and populations. I specialize in grief and trauma but have worked with eating disorders, survivors of abuse, LGBTQ+, domestic violence and sexual violence, depression, anxiety, relationship and interpersonal struggles, and life transitions. I am here to listen, hold space, and process with you as you tell your story. I find it to be m...
TLC is a multi-disciplinary group of psychologists, OT's, & SLP's. The core of our philosophy is the belief that our focus is on people, not on diagnoses/disabilities. With that in mind, we develop an individualized plan with every child, young adult, and family. We use a holistic, strengths-based approach to help individuals reduce symptoms of anxiety or depression, develop better self-esteem,...
Each of us has unique perspectives, strengths, and goals. At times, we also face challenges and pain that can cause us to lose sight of hope and struggle to find strength, direction, and healing. In those moments, having someone come alongside us to help us find our way and restore light to our path can make all the difference. I would be honored to come alongside you in your journey toward...
You look at your adolescent and wonder what happened to your sweet, happy kid? Your parent intuition tells you something is not right. There are so many changes, too fast. Adolescence is a stage of life that brings with it a lot of change, physically, socially, and emotionally. Whether your child is entering adolescence, in the middle of adolescence or at the end of adolescence, each stage brin...
I have a particular interest in counseling teens and adults who struggle with anxiety. I find that people who are anxious often want to do well in many areas of their life such as work, school, sports, and relationships. When anxiety gets unmanageable the result can include avoidance, damaged relationships, decreased performance, and bodily tension. Using an integrative approach, I will help yo...
Deciding to take the step to reach out for support can be scary, and I know how that feels, but I’m glad you are looking to see who, and what kind of help, is available. Establishing a strong therapeutic relationship is a big deal, so it’s important to search for a counselor who will be able to help you feel comfortable enough to engage in the therapeutic process. I strive to provide a safe and...
Wouldn't it be nice to have an eraser for the drawing of life? If it were a map the roads would double back, go in circles for miles, and have multiple dead ends. Most roads would traverse through hills, valleys, caves, and mountain tops. Norman Cousins once said, "Death is not the greatest loss in life. The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we live". Families and individuals alike can...
Are you experiencing emotional pain that has become too amplified to sustain in silence? Perhaps the burdens you have been carrying for so long are finally too heavy to manage alone. Unresolved past experiences, loss, dysfunctional relationships, and negative self-criticism can hinder our ability to recover from the difficulties life throws our way. Let’s work together to create a therapeutic...
Finding support and resources for individuals with disabilities and their support systems can be frustrating and overwhelming. I can offer assistance with navigating barriers both big and small as you move toward creating the meaningful life that you imagine. I have a passion for working with young people who have disabilities and who are struggling in school and/or with the transition from sch...
I graduated from Benedictine University in 2018 with a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology. Specializing in children and adolescent therapy, I have experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, stress, grief, and trauma. As a Person-Centered therapist utilizing techniques from Animal-Assisted Therapy, Behavioral...
***(Disclaimer:I only provide telehealth therapy services via video therapy, phone sessions, and other forms of telehealth services)My goal as a therapist is to help clients feel heard in a therapeutic, nonjudgmental atmosphere that is nurturing. We can work on healing together. Does it seem hard and impossible to come into an office and go through the hassle of locating a therapist and meetin...
I work with children and young adolescents. I am passionate about helping kids and teens become their best selves while helping parents strengthen their relationships with their children. I graduated UTK’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling program with a certificate in grief, loss, and trauma work. I practice both play therapy and talk therapy depending on the needs of my clients and their...
You've been feeling unmotivated, overwhelmed, and frustrated for a while now. You put on a smile even though it feels like you are barely holding your head above water. You don't want to bother anyone about how you've been feeling, telling yourself that there are others who have it worse than you. This has only left you feeling lonely and disconnected from others. You have been running on high...
Do you or a loved one struggle with disordered eating and exercise behaviors or body image disturbances? Are you looking for someone to walk through the hard part of life with your teen? I'm your person. Being vulnerable and facing these issues can be difficult and scary, but in my office, you won't have to feel as though you are going at it alone, or spilling your deepest thoughts and emotions...
