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
My passion is to help others identify patterns in thought, feeling, and behavior that are creating the feeling of being stuck. Our work together will support the development of new patterns in order to create lasting change. I consider the holistic view of a person and work to address intra- and interpersonal challenges, professional aspirations, and cultural limitations that affect your life. ...
Concerned about your son with ADHD or Autism falling behind? Maybe your daughter's anxiety or depressive symptoms have you worried and what you've tried hasn't helped. Perhaps you ARE the child and you're seeking help, or maybe you're a parent with more questions than answers and desperately need some support. There are so many assaults on our mental health day to day that life can sometimes ge...
I have found my passion in coming alongside clients in their journey towards understanding themselves and creating stronger and more powerful relationships. I fully believe that change comes from perseverance, empowerment, and the strength of the individual. I believe strongly in the power of advocacy and assisting clients find their best selves, and enjoy creating fully comprehensive treatment...
I work with clients to help them through difficult issues involving marriage and family relationships, depression, anxiety, and sexual assault. My goal is to help my clients achieve the best results in the shortest amount of time so that they can get on with their lives. I am also available for clinical supervision for Licensed Professional Counselors in the District of Columbia. I frequently...
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist invested in making space for the intersecting identities important to the patients I see. I have particular expertise in working with queer/gay/lesbian/bisexual, transgender, and nonbinary patients and am fortunate to have experience working with QTPOC (queer and trans people of color) folks and their partners. In addition, I've worked with people in tech,...
If you're looking for lasting change, more fulfilling relationships, and meaningful connection, then let's begin. Whatever brings you to therapy, there is hope. Together we will observe how the events in your life have formed deep rooted beliefs about how the world will respond to you. I believe that change happens in the context of relationships. Our therapeutic relationship will work to ease...
You can often find yourself at a point where problems, relationships, disappointments or life changes seem overwhelming or paralyzing. I have over 16 years of experience walking adolescents and families through these tough seasons of life to find a place of healing and restoration....
Welcome everyone! My name is Khalilah Yadullah. I am a psychotherapist. I believe in providing each person with a safe and judgement-free space, when in a therapeutic session. I use techniques from different therapeutic schools of thought to assist in the therapeutic journey with each person. We can talk in office, via Skype or over the phone. I understand flexibility in our busy lives is neede...
**No current availability for new clients** My goal is to provide an affirming, collaborative space where you can navigate whatever stressors life is throwing your way. You are the expert on your life and experiences, and I offer tools to help you work through issues like relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and identity concerns. I want to offer a listening ear, help ...
If you experience depression, anxiety, addictions, or need help with relationships, I am the ideal therapist for you. I believe in the power of incorporating a regular practice in order to develop coping skills and overcome challenges. My ideal client is someone who is willing to put in the work between sessions to improve his or her life. I am also an ally to the LGBTQ+ community. Those who ar...
I offer a multicultural approach to mental health. Although I treat vast varieties of issues, I specialize in the treatment of childhood and family trauma. You don't have to be a child to benefit from processing your own childhood/family of origin trauma. I treat adults, youth, couples, and families. I also facilitate various group therapy. Through use of trauma-informed solutions-focused posit...
Are you functioning in your life but underneath having feelings of anxiety, depression, self criticism, or despair? Are you experiencing confusion and conflict in your relationships? Perhaps you feel anxious most days, want a relationship, deal with current or past trauma or adversity, or struggle to make big decisions in your life? Therapy can help. Through exploration, my clients are able to...
All of us encounter times when our lives don't look like we expected they would. Whether a relationship has dissolved, you've received a diagnosis, lost a loved one, struggle with infertility, the career you longed for isn't materializing--or you're dealing with other game-changers--your journey MATTERS and the way that you walk through this difficult season matters. As a Licensed Clinical...
I am passionate about using therapeutic approaches that engage body, heart, mind, and soul to support transformative change. My work is client centered. I foster connection with and amplification of the client's inner wise mind and personal strengths to facilitate growth and healing. I've benefited from a life-long spiritual practice and diverse life experience and I bring a calm presence and a...
If you are a young adult, you know all too well how stressful and confusing this period of life can be. The recent political upheaval in the country may now be adding to your distress, causing you to feel overwhelmed and fearful for your future. Many of my clients start therapy between the ages of 18 and 40, reporting anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and frustration with work and school. At...
