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
Sometimes we look around and life is not the way we want it to be: full of disappointment, stress, sadness or loss. Sometimes we need help finding our way. In my practice, I seek to create a compassionate, supportive space for collaborative exploration, growth and positive change. I create a place where you can be seen and acknowledged, and you can give words to feelings and experiences, to...
Perhaps you or someone in your family is struggling with mood, thoughts, or behaviors. Most of us do, at various times in our life. Sometimes we are able to work through it on our own, and sometimes we need help. Past experiences can create patterns that may be difficult to change, affecting all areas of your life (relationships, parenting, family, school, and work). My goal as a counselor is t...
Asking for help can be difficult, but it is never a sign of weakness. People come to therapy for a variety of reasons. From Depression to Divorce, Parenting to Phobias, ADHD to Anxiety our therapists have the tools to help you find more happiness & fulfillment. Together, we can help you understand the obstacles that may have been blocking your progress so far & start you on the path to clarity ...
Are you experiencing more distress, worry, and anxiety in your life right now? If so, your likely not sleeping or coping as well as you'd like. With over 25 years in private practice, I support my clients efforts to develop effective tools and skills to navigate their life with more ease and resiliency. If you choose to work with me, my style is collaborative and interactive. I will actively...
I have worked in a variety of medical, psychiatric, and community-based settings with adolescents and adults of diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including individuals affected by chronic health conditions, intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, histories of incarceration, and child and adolescent trauma. I work with clients struggling with depression, anxie...
Insightful Life Therapy Services has immediate openings at this point in time. We are a group of licensed, experienced therapists providing quality services in South County St. Louis. We offer therapy services for a variety of issues for children, teens, adults, and families. Insightful Life Therapy Services therapists offer a broad range of approaches and experiences to meet the needs of the...
Are you tired? Overwhelmed? Want more out of life and not sure where to start? I get it, and I can help you rediscover (or perhaps find for the first time) the parts of yourself you thought were lost forever. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or life transitions that have you feeling off balance, I know you have within you the power to grow and change into the woman you’ve always...
We work closely with children, adolescents, adults, and their support systems to provide services for individuals and families. We provide a person-centered, strength-based approach that engages clients in actively participating in their treatment. We are here to work with you to understand your struggles and strengths. We have had success in working with clients who have a variety of challenge...
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice located in McLean, Virginia. I provide individual therapy, family therapy and parent coaching sessions to clients of all ages dealing with a variety of issues. Often clients come to therapy to process feelings related to anxiety, depression, strained relationships, crisis, trauma, self-esteem and conflict. I work from an...
Are you happy with your relationship? You didn't get together to feel lonely, feeling like you and your partner don't even know each other anymore. As you push for connection, they seem to pull further away. At this point, it might not even feel like you know each other anymore. Staying hopeful despite fighting and feeling disconnected can prove incredibly difficult. You started dating so you...
Is life difficult for you right now? Do you feel alone? Are you struggling in these difficult times? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Are you finding anxiety, stress, depression, grief, lack of motivation and other personal issues preventing you from enjoying life? Are you feeling hopeless and distressed? You are not made to walk alone in your pain. You were made for connection and a...
The relationship with your inner self is at the core of your existence. The quality of this connection is a barometer of how you feel daily. What is your default attitude towards yourself? Is it critical, negative, filled with loss OR kind, accepting, compassionate, curious, and forgiving? Together, we’ll work on developing a plan that gradually leads to awareness in which you can embrace all...
Deciding to make real life change is hard. It would be my pleasure to assist you in gaining clarity, insight and direction to fully embark on the next chapter. The ideal client is anyone who seeks to become a better version of themselves. I believe that change starts with our thoughts, and once we change our thoughts our behaviors will follow suit. I can help you gain insight into your challeng...
You want to feel emotions fully without shame. You want to be connected to your own sense of desire and purpose. You deserve a space to explore the parts of you that feel unknown, “unacceptable,” or taboo. My commitment in the therapeutic relationship is to welcome and value all aspects of your experience – the stories that reflect humor and resilience, and the parts that have been shamed or...
When the people who help everyone else finally decide that it's time to get help for themselves, it often means they have tried everything they can think of before coming to a site like psychology today to find a therapist. I specialize in working with emergency responders, crisis-oriented professionals like nurses and clinicians, and others who are used to being the ones who solve others'...
