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 am passionate about helping people improve their mental health and emotional well-being. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated and engaged in the therapy process. I take a strengths-based approach when working with clients as I feel it is more important to focus strengths rather than weaknesses. I believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel heard and understood. It is my g...
Marissa is a private practice therapist, public speaker, and support group leader specializing in eating disorders, body dysmorphia, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety in adolescents and adults. Marissa maintains a nonjudgmental and safe space to help facilitate clients in creating the change they seek in their lives. Marissa is passionate about providing quality therapy specifically geared...
Are you looking for someone that you connect with, provides compassion and support, and helps you process through your concerns? It can be hard to find the right therapist for you. My hope is that you would feel safe, understood and accepted in counseling. I work collaboratively with clients to help them manage concerns in their life. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, putting your nee...
We all have lived experiences, life choices, and developmental stages which have shaped our story. Seeking therapy, or counseling, can carry a negative stigma in some families and communities. I work to change this perspective, especially concerning issues with youth, families, and racially-diverse communities. I work from a holistic perspective that includes attention to your physical, emotion...
Alison has over 14 years of experience in counseling those suffering from a variety of issues including mood disorders such as grief, anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder as well as behavior disorders such as Impulse Control and Oppositional Defiant Disorder. She has also worked extensively with children who have been abused and neglected and suffer from the trauma they endured in the...
Its hard to relate to someone who hasn’t been where you are. I have the academic background as well as personal experience. Life is a journey. Sometimes we get distracted or miss certain roads or signs. Sometimes we take the wrong road or get lost. My goal is to assist in pointing out these signs or helping you back on the right path. Directions to a certain destination can be confusing, and so...
My philosophy is that you are already whole - creative, intuitive and bright! There is nothing broken, perhaps just fuzzy, or frustrating. Does recovery from stubborn habits or addictions seem out of reach? It's not. Have you tried traditional therapy and been dissatisfied by the lack of results? You may have people in your life you admire - even adore. Their best qualities are already inside o...
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* In this time of uncertainty it is easy to lose site of our goals and hard to even keep track of what day it is. Sheltering in Place puts added stress on the family as a unit and magnifies feelings of isolation whether living alone or with others. We are being asked to play the role of fulltime parent, fulltime employee, and fulltime teacher while maintaining a clean and...
Sometimes, we look in the mirror and have difficulty understanding the face looking back at us. How did we get here? Is this the life I want to lead? Why do things have to be so hard? These are questions that can build slowly over time, or are the direct result of events we have endured. I can help you learn about the things that move you, further your exploration of your inner world, and assis...
*** I am currently offering teletherapy sessions via an easy to use, secure video-chat interface. Most insurance plans cover teletherapy the same as in-person! *** I want to gain a good understanding of who you are, where you come from, and where you want to go. It can be intimidating to tell your story and put your trust in a therapist and it is my goal to provide full support and acceptance w...
I welcome individuals and partners of all backgrounds and life experiences into this shared work, with specific interest and experience in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief work, life transitions and existential inquiries. I honor wherever you are on your journey and believe in cultivating space, and curiosity as we navigate this path together. Much of the work I gravitate towards...
At some point in our lives, we all go through challenging experiences that seem beyond our ability to manage on our own. Whether it's a life transition, something from our past, or a relationship struggle, these experiences can be overwhelming and may affect our sense of well-being. I have worked with people who are experiencing depression and/or anxiety, those experiencing loss and grief, life...
Are you struggling in life? Do you feel a need to create change in your emotional experience and relationships. Therapy is often about emotional suffering and the possibility of transformation to a life of thriving and resilience. Trauma, be it an isolated incident, years of abuse, and/or childhood experiences, still impact the present. These traumas may feel impossible to reach with the ration...
I enjoy working with adults and couples. I find that everyone deserves a chance to be heard. People need a safe space where they can talk about their current or past struggles, a place where they can go through the healing process with care and compassion. It does not matter a person's background or cultural affiliation, life happens to all of us. Everyone has struggles and sometimes people nee...
