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 believe that a positive client/therapist relationship is the foundation of success in therapy. My role as a therapist is to create a safe and supportive environment, where clients feel comfortable to process the challenges they are facing. To do this, I tailor sessions to meet each client’s needs and work alongside them to develop positive coping skills to overcome life’s obstacles. Using a...
As people, over our lifetime we experience medical, physical, psychological and relational challenges. Therapy provides emotional support during these times, so we can transform our feelings of fear and vulnerability to strength and confidence. By being aware, of how we respond and why we react to change the way we do can help us grow. All transitions in life effect our functioning within...
Meltdowns. Tantrums. Calls from the school. Feels like you are doing it all by yourself. You have tried everything suggested by family, teachers, and other supports but nothing seems to be working. Your child is having meltdowns about what seems like everything! Your child “doesn’t listen” and you are growing tired of trying. It seems the only time they listen or respond is when you start yelli...
Throughout our lives, we encounter a number of spaces where we feel our voices silenced. Continual experiences of being quieted can lead us to internalize messages that we don’t have the permission to speak – questioning whether or not to start therapy is no exception to this. As a queer, Korean-Japanese American, there have been countless times when I’ve been told that I’m not man enough, that...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Florida and Louisiana. I am trained in looking at the whole puzzle, not just one piece to fully understand you and the part you play in your life. I have experience working with individuals, couples and groups who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, relationship issues and substance use. My therapeutic style is warm and open...
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Each of us can identify some aspect of our lives that we'd like to change. As your therapist, my intention is to help you learn about the therapeutic process and how it can help you identify the changes you'd like to make; collaborate with you in setting realistic, achievable goals for yourself; teach you to incorporate coping skills to ease through transitions; and...
Being human can be as amazing and wonderful as it can be challenging and confusing. Navigating personal burdens such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addictions, and relationship strains can be especially difficult when feeling stuck, alone, or misunderstood. I believe that upon looking deeply into these challenges, we actually stand to gain a great deal from them, and that having the rig...
I believe that the relationship between therapist and patient is the foundation for change. My training is focused on women, non-binary, and female-identified individuals who have experienced trauma, loss, and relationship stressors. I also have specialized experience with mental health difficulties during perinatal, postpartum, and other periods of major life transition. People describe my sty...
Are sadness, frustration, insecurity, relationship struggles, stress or a painful past keeping you from happiness, success and satisfaction in your life? Are your own unhelpful thoughts, perspectives and behaviors? I can help. I have enjoyed helping people of various ages, ethic, spiritual, and economic backgrounds and diverse sexual/gender orientations/ presentations live peaceful, effective a...
Abe is a mental health counselor who works with a range of life challenges including trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship problems. He brings a vast array of skill and knowledge to work with individuals and families, including parents with infants and toddlers; and to adults and older adults alike. Abe is dedicated to helping his clients reduce the suffering associated with men...
Have you spent your life caring for everyone but yourself? Do you find yourself in a phase of life that doesn't feel comfortable? It's OK to admit that things just don't seem right! Whatever the change life is throwing at you right now, I'd love to walk with you on the journey. Change is hard, but talking with a therapist can provide insight that talking with a friend cannot. Therapy is a time ...
**The current pandemic has caused an elevated amount of stress and anxiety for many. Initiating therapy during this time is welcomed and available through online therapy.** It can be a difficult task to seek out help or commit to the process of self-exploration and self-discovery. This makes it important to choose a therapist that is a right fit for you, your child or your relationship. I belie...
I'm a licensed and board certified psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and trauma. I also work with a range of issues including depression, mood disorders, and anxiety. I wholeheartedly believe that you are the expert of your life. My aim is to help you create the necessary changes while providing safety and connection in a collaborative relationship. I am invested...
Life can be difficult to navigate at times but you do not have to face it alone. In our work together I wont try to fix you; tell you what to do; pretend I know more about you than you do or assume what’s best for you. However, I will remind you that you aren't broken; give you room to access your own wisdom; support you in figuring out what to do; recognize that you are the expert on your own...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the community of West Seattle. It is my honor and calling to help clients in their teens & twenties reach their full potential and recognize their unique strengths. I believe that while people are doing their best, with my help they can experience greater joy as we work together to relieve suffering. With the right therapeutic interventions, it is...
