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
One's experience with fear, stress, sadness or uncomfortable feelings in general can have major impacts on how we view ourselves and the world. However, when provided with therapeutic guidance, collaboration, skills training, education and support, I have learned that one can cultivate courage, growth and resilience that allows them to reengage in life in meaningful ways. The process of therapy...
I believe healing the relationship with the self is the key to happiness and freedom from past pain and trauma. I do not treat symptoms; I treat a whole person. I work with my clients to build a healthy relationship based on mutual trust, empathy, warmth and care in a non-judgmental atmosphere. I believe that the client is the expert; therefore, I empower my clients to take the lead in their...
I am passionate about helping people live the life they want, and bring my values of honesty, kindness, humor, compassion and "keeping it real" to my practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness and improve the quality of one's life and relationships. I provide a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking,...
Bessel van der Kolk Said, "Traumatized people chronically feel unsafe inside their bodies: The past is alive in the form of gnawing interior discomfort. Their bodies are constantly bombarded by visceral warning signs, and, in an attempt to control these processes, they often become expert at ignoring their gut feelings and in numbing awareness of what is played out inside. They learn to hide fr...
Reaching out for help is never easy, but neither is hanging onto years of pain. I am passionate about helping people heal. I find myself most commonly working with PTSD, faith transitions, anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. I'm specially trained in EMDR, a method that is highly effective in treating all types of trauma. So much of our upbringings impact how we view ourselves in the world....
My goal as your therapist will be to challenge you to realize your potential and empower you to achieve your goals. I am supportive, kind and a good listener with a sense of humor. Our sessions will focus on ways you can achieve happiness and balance in your life. I want to help you make a commitment to being a better you! I have 15 years experience as a therapist. My background includes workin...
Everyone faces challenges in life and sometimes we are in need of answers and guidance. Children, teens, adults and even couples all face these challenges. You really have all the answers to face these challenges. My name is Steven Riley and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of North Carolina. I am also a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate. I am here to guide you...
Tony holds a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Northwest University and two bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Biblical Studies. Tony desires to see hurting people of all ages healed and restored to an optimum state of health. He believes that health is holistic, encompassing physical, emotional and spiritual components. Individuals, couples and children working through grief, depression...
Congratulations on taking the first step on your journey of making a positive change in your life! Finding the right therapist can be a difficult and stressful process. One of my goals is to make this as smooth of a experience as possible. I firmly believe that anyone can benefit from therapy. I have enjoyed seeing the progress my clients have made in counseling, and have felt honored that they...
Seeking therapy is a daunting task. By the time we're ready to ask for help for ourselves or our child, things seem almost unbearable. We feel isolated, frustrated, and even shameful. Know you are not alone, hope does exist outside of the constant anxiety that can go with daily life. What I do is I provide hope. When you work with me, I provide real, practical direction and support for those ti...
I am seeing individuals, couples, and families that may be dealing with problems like depression, anxiety, stress management, and other mental health issues. I place an emphasis on Developmental and Relational Trauma Therapy and Experiential Therapy. I have received training in a developmental and relational trauma model, instituted by Dr. Rick Butts LPCC-S and Dr. Jan Bergstrom LMHC. I am...
From others’ perspectives, you’re doing great. But you're pushing through. A heavy. tiring. wall. You’ve thought of all the ways your life isn’t HORRIBLE, you know, compared to others. You've told yourself that other women have anxious thoughts, go through hard times, feel insecure, maybe even go through times when smiling feels really heavy and difficult. You think, “it could be worse”. But wh...
**Not accepting new clients at this time** Seeking help can be one of the most difficult things to do. If you're seeking counseling services, you probably recognize things aren't working, you're stuck, hopeless, and/or maybe you don't know where to go from here. You might be numb or feel like everything is too much. Too much feeling. Too much numbness that you have blocked out anyone and anythi...
Small private practice, brief therapy approach, focusing on counseling and mental health services to older adolescents, adults and/or couples. My approach is strengths-based, solution oriented with a strong focus on personal/interpersonal skills and mindfulness. The nature of my practice allows for working with motivated, high performing individuals [or couples] struggling with life management...
I believe in working with my clients in a collaborative way to identify intervention areas and to develop the therapeutic roadmap. I specialize in helping you navigate life transitions such as puberty, graduations (high school, college, trade school), diagnoses and changes within relationships (marriage, children, divorce, sexuality and loss of partner). I also work with people struggling with...
