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.
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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
Pride Counseling NJ (PCNJ) delivers competent and caring services to the LGBTQ+ community. Our practice relies on our three core principles: Equality, Respect, and Affirmation. Our counselors practice from an LGBTQ+ Affirmative perspective. Simply put, we celebrate the uniqueness of each of our clients and focus on the individual's strengths. Embracing a positive view of LGBTQ+ folks and their...
Individuals often find themselves stagnant due to their own patterns of thoughts and behaviors or due to the absence of relational connection. Without that support, we often lack the ability to recognize the benefit of change, leading to a struggle in our journey forward. The clients I work with receive a tailored plan that encourages each individual toward their own goals and psychological...
Self-awareness, self-acceptance, and congruence with our values. It's my best understanding that when we're out of alignment with these core concepts, we experience symptoms of anxiety, depression/despair, compulsivity, loneliness, relationship distress, uncertainty, fear and hopelessness. These experiences frequently lead to ineffective coping and ultimately a breakdown in the balanced quality...
Finding the right therapist for you can feel daunting! You might wonder if it's possible for someone to really get you & if opening up is worth the risk. I connect well with those who feel set apart from those around them or have difficulty connecting with others. We come to know & understand ourselves in the context of relationships. Without authentic connections, we can end up feeling really...
*** PLEASE NOTE: I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME*** I take a client-centered, strength-based approach to treatment and work in close partnership with my clients to realize desired change and outcomes. I have over 17 years of clinical experience in working with individuals, couples, and families and have worked extensively with trauma survivors, particularly those affected by domesti...
I seek to empathically meet my clients where they are at. Together, we will build a therapeutic relationship in which your sense of safety and being supported is paramount. I work to bring about the changes you want, including greater functioning and life satisfaction. I strongly believe that each of my clients are an expert in themselves, and thus, I am optimistic that between both of our...
What is YOUR desired journey? Life is a journey which provides us with many challenges that may seem insurmountable, however, these challenges can help us grow. In therapy, we will work through your presented challenges to help you grow in your desired way. The key to your destiny is held in your own hands; you are an expert your own life and have the inner strength and ability to help yourself...
My focus and goal as a clinician is to create a warm, safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their personal issues and find meaning and purpose in their lives. I specialize in working with young children, parents, couples and individual clients going through significant life transitions. It is in the therapist/client relationship where my clients can begin to explore their issue...
I approach therapy with the belief that everyone deserves to be heard in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I believe that when we are in a quieter, calmer state of being that we can begin to process feelings, making healthier decisions for ourselves. Life is difficult, and sometimes we need extra support through difficult events in our life. I'm an advocate for practicing healthy boundaries a...
American Sign Language Provider via https://www.nationaldeaftherapy.com/copy-of-asl-now Life is full of challenges, both physically and emotionally. Sometimes these challenges become distressing and overwhelming, affecting areas in one's life. This could include relationships with others, outlook on life, work, home, and/or health. I am a Deaf therapist and I believe communication and working...
Life is beautiful; but it can take some unexpected turns. Whether you address the obstacles when it's presented or avoid it by suppressing it, conflict is normal for everyone to experience. We experience internal conflict within ourselves and external conflict from our environment. By processing conflicting feelings within and adapting to constant change in our environment, we develop new ways ...
I have always been passionate about helping others establish hope and to recognize their potential. The focus of my work centers around trauma, anxiety and depression. I offer individual, family, couple and group counseling. Through Surviving Today LLC, I strive to do this. Surviving Today LLC focuses on teaching and empowering individuals and communities though psychotherapy, counseling,...
I have experience working in private practice, public health and community based organizations providing psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, and seniors in individual, couples, and family formats. I strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment where clients can feel comfortable sharing. I work with clients to empower them by gaining insight and tools that result in positive change. I wo...
My ideal client is someone whom is struggling in life and motivated to seek help and make the changes necessary in their thoughts, beliefs or circumstances to get back into wellness. I enjoy working with teens. Most of my career has been with at risk youth. I also work with women's issues, addressing underlying causes of stress and overwhelm. I use Imago and Gottman approaches with couples. Whe...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Psychoanalyst in private practice in New Haven for over 25 years. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples who suffer from a variety of problems, such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, loss, and issues of self-esteem. One of my specialities is helping patients work on eating problems. I use a psychodynamic and...
