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 have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1995. I have had a private practice since 2002. I work with couples, families, and individuals from 12-90 years of age. I work with a variety of issues including marital struggles, communication problems, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and pornography addiction. I am up beat and work from a solution-focused perspective. I have a...
I enjoy working with teens and adults, providing support around life transitions, identity issues, and creating and maintaining healthy family, peer, and romantic relationships. I help clients navigate feelings of ambivalence, self doubt, and anxiety, and together we explore new approaches when old methods of managing personal problems aren't working. I have clinical experience with...
Some seasons of life are joyful such as the anticipation of a graduation, getting married or welcoming a new baby. Other times we find ourselves in a season of adversity and become overwhelmed by our circumstances. Profound disappointment sets in and we grieve our lost dreams and unmet expectations. During these more difficult seasons, we may develop negative beliefs about ourselves or the worl...
I have a passion for helping others. Everyone has a story that has led them to where they are now and I believe there is always hope for a better self and a better life with some guidance and willingness to do some work. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in community mental health and private practice. I have experience working with individuals suffering from depression,...
Feel anxious looking at all these profiles? Disconnected from - and maybe misunderstood by - your loved ones? Uncomfortable in your own skin? Maybe even the spiritual connection you used to feel is gone. Stop. Take a deep belly breath. Now one more. Can you make one last call or email to reach out? I'm not promising the magic fix, but I'll come alongside you to help you sort this out and reconn...
We are all wired for connection and change, but getting started can be the most difficult part. I create a safe and supportive environment for clients to feel connected and empowered to work through their personal struggles. I work with adults, children and families dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and challenges with life transitions. I enjoy working with both individua...
I believe that meeting a person where they are is the key step to creating a partnership for growth. I am ready to work really hard with you to empower and equip you to meet the goals you voice to me! I value each person I am able to provide services to and honored to be given opportunities to be a piece of another's journey! My specialty with clients is a strengths based approach that places...
Thank you for taking this first step to care for yourself. While it's hard to seek help, it can change your life. Many individuals have been socialized to believe that they are the reason for all of their difficulties in life. I focus on how the problem is impacting your life and on how you can rediscover your strengths to create an alternative approach to your life, so the problem no longer...
When life gets complicated we all need a place where we can feel free to talk about the things that bother us without feeling criticized. As an Air Force Veteran and military-wife, I understand the unique challenges we face in our military community. Each person has their own reasons for seeking out therapy, and it can be hard to feel like your reason is "good enough". Let me say this - your...
Struggles in life are not a matter of if, but when. They also come in a multitude of severity and nearly every one of will, at some point, need help from outside sources. Sometimes, maybe that's just an ear to listen or an objective, caring voice of reason. No matter what you are experiencing, you don't have to face it alone. Together, we will work to get you and/or your loved ones through thes...
I believe in people and that they can improve and overcome challenges of every kind, given the right tools, knowledge, and support. I adhere mainly to principles from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy and work hard to empower clients to find solutions to their problems by building their own strengths and by focusing on the person as a whole. Learning new ways to think an...
Do you feel like food controls you? Are you tired of constantly thinking about your weight, food, or exercise? Do you feel like you've lost a sense of what matters most? You are not alone in this! An eating disorder can take away your passion, strength, and relationships. I want to help you through the recovery process so you can live the life you desire! We will work together to reset the way ...
I create a respectful, safe, caring, and judgement-free space for my clients through the use of warmth, kindness, empathy, and genuineness. I appreciate and welcome raw, unfiltered honesty from my clients because our problem areas are best addressed with authenticity. There are many places in this world where we feel like we must behave a certain way in order to fit in. I don't want you to feel...
It can be difficult to know when to seek help for emotional pain. Everyone experiences fluctuations in mood, but if depression, anxiety, panic attacks, sleep or appetite disturbances, difficulty with attention and focus, performance anxiety, or relational conflicts are interfering with your daily life, there are interventions that can help you. I work well with individuals during life transitio...
I have a passion for helping others rebuild and reconnect, and I especially enjoy working with families and couples. I often work with people who are feeling stuck, unhappy, or exhausted by their current situations or relationships, who want change, but don't know what to do next. I like to start therapy by building a strong therapeutic alliance; truly getting to know my client's story and...
