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
Seeking out therapy is a very heroic action in and of itself, perhaps your first proactive step into redefining your sense of self, creating a new life story, and taking a leap into the direction of self-care. If you are reading this, you may be in a state of uncertainty, or perhaps connected more deeply than you would like to be to the effects of depression, anxiety, or your daily life...
I do my best work with young adults who are struggling with severe anxiety and/or depression, coping with trauma from childhood, and are finding it difficult to move on in life. When you're suffering and unable to move forward, life can feel impossible to manage. With support, you can become your best self and have a successful start to adulthood - learning to lead a healthy adult life. You...
"The issues live in our tissues." We now know that our past experiences, thoughts, beliefs, and emotions are stored in our bodies. One of the best ways to heal ourselves is through moving the body in mindful ways, working with our breath, and getting connected to something beyond our ego - call it spirit, higher self, God - the name doesn't matter. My work involves talking with you to learn wha...
I am a licensed psychotherapist who believes every person has the capacity to change and improve their life. I work with the individual to identify their strengths and the areas that are creating stress or pain. Incorporating elements of cognitive behavioral therapy with other approaches, I help clients develop strategies to cope more effectively with problems including: anxiety and depression,...
Psychologist in 3 states, 4 Columbia degrees (AB, MA, MEd, PhD), Georgetown postdoctorate in marriage/family therapy. Member, National Register Health Service Providers in Psychology. Associate degree in Culinary Arts enhancing health/wellness work. Background as Approved Consultant, American Society of Clinical Hypnosis,and certified school psychologist. Ideal client is motivated, verbal, seek...
**Not currently accepting new clients due to maternity leave** I am a specialist in eating disorder prevention and treatment and have a wide range of experiences that allow me to provide expert care. I offer individual and group therapy for people ages 14 and older and strive to provide care that is individualized to meet each client's unique goals and needs. My approach to treatment is...
Are you looking to find peace and joy in life again? Would you like to take time to work through depression, anxiety or a major life transition? Do you have addictions that have become too hard to manage? Relationships that aren't healthy? Have you developed behaviors or thoughts that feel out of control? Please come talk with me. There is no problem that can't be approached and worked through....
Sex addiction can have a truly negative impact on your family, your career, your relationships, and your health. Discovering that your partner has a sex addiction or is heavily involved in porn can be devastating to your relationship. You may feel alone and ashamed about your partner's behavior and have the urge to try to control how he acts out. Although sexuality composes a large part of our...
I support my clients in weathering life's storms and in discovering the goodness and tenderness that we all possess inside ourselves. I work from a mindfulness-based practice of "being with what is," while teaching clients how to utilize their body as an ally in their healing journey. As a Certified Hakomi Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor in Portland Oregon, I provide counseling fo...
I believe there is hope and positive change possible for each individual and family. Through faith-based counseling, I strive to empower clients to find Peace of Mind, knowing that many individual and family burdens can be relieved through the collaborative relationship working with a trained counselor. I have certificates in trauma assessment and interventions as well as acute stress, grief,...
My passion consists of helping clients overcome addictions of all kinds, obsessive thinking, OCD, compulsiveness, impulse control problems, anxiety and panic issues, and depression. I have clinical experience with a variety of mental health disorders. I work with the client; never pushing, punishing, or forcing my will. I also enjoy working with family members of individuals afflicted with...
We all face challenges at some point in our lives. Most often, you can manage it with the help of your friends, families or on your own. But, there are times when you might need professional guidance and support to learn specific techniques to help you manage your thoughts and feelings. As your therapist, I will ensure that you feel trusted and respected. Working together, we can gain insight a...
I believe in meeting the diverse needs of each individual. I pride myself on being a warm, approachable and nonjudgmental therapist in order to promote a safe and supportive therapeutic space. I believe authenticity in therapy is important for me and for you in order to build a strong therapeutic alliance. I believe empathy and compassion are fundamental in therapy while I support you and your...
