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 particular expertise and interest is in working with survivors of trauma, abuse and victimization. Having survived trauma, abuse and victimization can lead to a variety of outcomes. Some people survive trauma with no problems at all, while other people develop anxiety, depression, substance use, personality or relationship issues. Various traumatic events, such as parental divorce or substan...
I am a Licensed Psychologist with several years of experience with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am co-founder of Nautilus Behavioral Health. I offer therapy, assessment, and educational groups to individuals ages 3 to 24 and their families. I provide services to youth with a variety of difficulties, including ADHD, learning disorders, behavioral issues, anger management, depressio...
We all have strengths that can be hard to see, especially during times of struggle. I aim to help people identify and reinforce those positive traits to encourage a path to change. Sometimes we need to be challenged to grow -- and that works best in a respectful and non-judgmental environment. While the benefits of counseling can be significant, I recognize the difficulties and risks inherent i...
You are the expert! I will provide a safe space for individuals to heal in a non-judgmental way. I believe in the mind-body connection, practicing with a holistic approach to help get individuals to a healthier self. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist , Certified Trauma Profesional and Certified Sound Therapy Facilitator . I incorporate in my practice holistic services such as : Reiki,...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of Chicago CBT & Mindfulness, LLC. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is active, hands-on, and emphasizes a problem-solving approach to moving past obstacles. Mindfulness involves observing thoughts, feelings, and sensations with decreased reactivity, which can lead to deeper understanding of ourselves and greater contentment. Studies suppor...
I serve children, adolescents and their families. I believe change/growth occur in a non-judgmental environment that provides a balance of challenge and support. My primary goal as your counselor is to assist you in using the resources/strengths that you bring to the table in combination with appropriate therapeutic interventions to reach your goals. Sessions focus on self-awareness, choice,...
"My primary focus is Client centered. I believe Counseling is about the Client and not the Counselor. I help Clients develop skills collaboratively to alleviate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and other symptoms"....
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I work with adults who are looking to work through a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, looking for self-improvement or just want someone to talk to about things. We will explore present day concerns and see if we can connect any patterns of behavior that may have been shaped by our early experiences in life. Together, we can work toward understanding ourselve...
During his almost 30 years of practice, David Wasser has worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in his private practice and in hospital settings. Dr. Wasser is an active psycho-dynamic therapist who incorporates cognitive and behavioral techniques with insights from Mindfulness and Family Therapy. He works with individuals, couples and families who are experiencing...
Let's face it, life can be difficult. Sometimes emotions and circumstances feel overwhelming. Therapy offers a way to untangle your feelings and behaviors, offering the relief and distance needed to make sense of whatever is the matter, and process getting out from under it. As a therapist, I am active and engaged. We will collaborate to explore what's most distressing, and how best to resolve...
Life events like divorce, marriage, infidelity, empty-nesting, job changes, spiritual injury, or experiencing trauma can leave you questioning who you are and what you know about yourself and the world. When these things happen, it's tough to regain your footing and figure out how to exist when your world feels so different. Or maybe nothing major has happened, and you simply have felt lost and...
We all have innate abilities to heal ourselves. I will work with you to tap into your own power so that you can live a healthy and balanced life. In a peaceful and accepting environment we work together to gain insight into what you are experiencing and to move beyond painful patterns and stuck points. I am a licensed professional with a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling both in NY and...
All of us have experienced life's difficulties. Finding a way to work through these problems and begin to understand ourselves, and grow in the process, is what counseling is about. I provide a nuturing, safe, confidential environment where you can discover yourself, and learn healthy coping strategies . I work with adults, adolescents and children who suffer from depression, anxiety disorders,...
