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 believe that each of us, child or adult, has within ourselves what we need to successfully face life's challenges. Most of the time we are able to use our inner resources to successfully navigate on our own. However, there may be times when it is helpful to have a different perspective in order to reach a resolution. I will work with you, your child or your family to help you discover, or...
I am excited about clients who want to enrich both their inner and outer lives. You may find yourself at times confused, angry, depressed, or anxious, when what you want is greater clarity, more joy and happiness, and greater peace of mind both in relationship to self and others. I use Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) in my work with clients to tap into their own deep knowing and healing nature,...
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I believe in a collaborative approach with my clients to identify and address areas in their lives in which they are struggling. It is important to me to offer a comfortable environment in which you can openly talk about yourself in a reflective way. My goal is to help you find relief and clarity, recognizing your inherent strengths and capacity for meaningf...
If you come from a troubled background or have suffered trauma, including physical or sexual abuse, you don't have to carry the negative effects into the rest of your life. There are many ways people learn to protect themselves and survive difficult experiences, but often those same strategies are no longer helpful later on, and they can cause trouble in many areas of life. We will explore and...
Amy is a state-licensed and nationally certified therapist with a bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts and a master's degree in Community Counseling. Amy is trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), EMDR, Betrayal Trauma, Mindfulness, Self-compassion, and Grief and Loss. Amy enjoys accompanying individuals/couples on their journey in realizing personal goals and growth and in healing f...
If you need someone to listen - adults, adolescents and children are more than welcome. My background includes nursing, social work as well as clinical psychology. I have a lot of experience with clients with complex clinical issues. My professional experience enables me to work with mental illness diagnoses as well as general adjustment concerns. I enjoy meeting with families and providing...
(PRESENTLY FULL & NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS) Grief is a normal and natural reaction to loss in our lives. The loss of a loved one through death is of one the most distressing life circumstances humans endure. We also face many other losses in our lives that can affect our mental, spiritual, social & physical well-being. As we transition through the life-span we may face: infertility/pregnancy...
A counselor's technical skills are only as important as his or her ability to connect with you, otherwise personal growth in therapy may be limited. Establishing a balanced, trusting, supportive, and safe relationship with you is a paramount aspiration within my counseling framework. It is my mission to provide you with empathetic counseling support by not only using research-based and proven...
Do you feel stress or anxiety? Does your life feel out of balance? Although you are managing, you might feel like it takes more effort to do what came easily before. Perhaps you feel stuck, and need some guidance and support to get back on track, and moving toward achieving your goals and dreams. Imagine having a comfortable, supportive place where you can be yourself and begin working to chang...
My mission is to walk alongside individuals, couples, families, adults, and adolescents during any of the challenges life is throwing at them, not matter how big or small, while honoring foundational Christian truths of scripture. My goal for each person who walks through our doors is to experience the compassionate care available in an environment that promotes safety and healing. Together, we...
Sara A. Klusas, LISW-S is a licensed social worker who provides services for individuals, couples and families to help enhance positive communication, build or maintain more fulfilling relationships, and aid in the skillful management of life stresses. She has expertise in the areas of self-esteem, substance abuse, career counseling, stress management, anxiety, depression, sports counseling and...
People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons, but everyone is feeling emotional pain. If you are feeling this way, know you are not alone. Please know this pain is not permanent; there is help. It is not unusual to feel nervous coming to therapy the first time. There is a belief the therapist will judge them, which creates fear and uncertainty. Please know you will not be judged, but listene...
I work from a collaborative, non-judgmental and empathetic perspective. We may all live in the same world, but our unique individual experiences shape who we are and how we approach events in our lives. In the counseling process, I strive to create a supportive, trusting and safe therapeutic relationship through which difficult thoughts and feelings related to a person's struggles can be explor...
Seeking help is a sign of strength and health, not weakness or shame. You have a story and it matters. As an experienced mental health therapist, I feel honored to listen to your story and work together toward change and healing. My style is very warm, supportive, emotions-focused and collaborative. I place the utmost importance on developing a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship. Most of...
*My practice is currently full, I am not accepting new clients at this time* My aim is to provide a safe and non-judgemental space for you to heal. I offer a range of interventions that are designed to help you reconnect with your body's innate capacity for healing, such as mindfulness/meditation, yoga, EMDR and somatic therapies. I have over 200 hours of training in meditation and mindfulness...
