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'm a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and I'm licensed by NYS to practice. I hold a Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling. My approach to therapy is person-centered. My belief is that you are the experts of your own lives. You don't have problems, but problem situations. My focus is on the client to achieve new insights, gain greater independence and new possibilities. I am...
I have been a clinical social worker/therapist for almost 30 years. My overall philosophy is to empower a client with tools to make personal changes that will ultimately make seeing me for therapy unnecessary. I specialize in clients who are going through personal transitions such as divorce, grief or other uncertainties that cause anxiety and I have a lot of experiencing working with clients w...
It is integral for me to create an environment for you where you are encouraged and feel empowered to make positive changes in your life as you work towards your treatment goals. I will work to assure you that I am providing you with comprehensive and quality services for you and/or your family. Life is complicated and don't we know it! Whether this is your first time in therapy or you are...
My ideal client is the one who comes to my office with the genuine desire to grow and change. You have heard of depression and anxiety but you are unsure if you have a mental disorder. It is clear to you that something is not working but you don’t really know what it is, or maybe you know exactly what is going on but cannot seem to get a handle on how to change it. If you want to live as your...
Mental health issues can be debilitating if not addressed early and correctly. We all go through difficult situations in our lives that can lead us to feel overwhelmed, depressed and anxious. It is never too early to start addressing these issues in your life and learn the tools that will help you live a healthy and productive life without the need of excessive medications which can lead to...
If it's one thing I know about this journey called life, is that the hardest job we will ever have is working on ourselves. However, it is also the most rewarding accomplishment we will ever achieve. Entering an intimate space with yourself is no easy task. But with the help of someone you trust, it makes the journey a bit easier to embrace. My job is to help my clients live their absolute best...
It takes a lot of courage to step outside one's comfort zone to seek help when struggling. Therapy makes personal growth, healing, and positive change possible. I use a client-centered approach to promote a genuine, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment for you to work through any troubles that you may be having. My theoretical orientation is eclectic, with a mix of humanistic, psychodynam...
I believe in the power of connection. Psychologist and researcher Brene Brown says, “A deep sense of love and belonging is an irresistible need of all people. We are biologically, cognitively, physically, and spiritually wired to love, to be loved, and to belong. When those needs are not met, we don’t function as we were meant to. We break. We fall apart. We numb. We ache. We hurt others. We ge...
Kirsti Reese earned her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from Sam Houston State University and her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). She has specialized training as a Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT), Certified EMDR...
My main goal in therapy is to help you find your inner power in order to take charge of your own life. I recognize that all human beings need love and approval; however, if we place the foundation of our worth in the hands of others, we condemn ourselves to a life of always trying to please. I believe the key to meeting this need is finding the deepest sense of love and approval within yourself...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over fifteen years of working with individuals, groups, and families. I believe that healing can come through the development of mindfulness, in the empowering of ourselves through self-awareness, the constructive exploring of our relationships with others, and taking the time to create peace and clarity in this complex chaotic world. During our time...
Tom Freeman, LMFT, is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist, having worked as the director of programs in community mental health, a research associate in behavioral health at a major Seattle research institute, and in private practice. He has worked in creative modalities with children for the past 25 years and has provided individual and couple's counseling, family counseling, and facilita...
Depression, anxiety, grief, life changes don't take a break as we deal with the added stresses of coping with Covid-19. I believe that everyone is striving forward, and that we all have resilience. When feeling overwhelmed or emotionally hurt, it can be hard to find that resilience, but that's also when we have the greatest capacity for change. Something is motivating you to seek help. Whatever...
I am a clinical social worker who works with individuals with a variety of concerns, including trauma, post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, stress and life transitions. I work with clients from diverse backgrounds and seek to meet each client where they are with an open, non-judgmental and compassionate presence. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment to work...
My goal as a therapist is to walk alongside you in your journey of counseling. At times, it means providing hope, problem solving, developing new skills, or healing from trauma. I strive to provide a safe and comfortable environment in which we are able to build a strong therapeutic relationship from which we can clarify and set goals, resolve or manage issues, and find increased inner strength...
