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 am Certified in EMDR, with a strong interest in finding the right therapeutic approach to help individuals and couples become unstuck, find a sense of balance and well-being, and be able to enjoy life. EMDR is one of the powerful therapeutic tools I have to offer that allows people to work through issues in ways that surprise and free them. I work with adults and older adults coping with PTSD...
I currently am only accepting clients with private pay. Thank you for your interest. My focus in therapy has moved to helping clients gain a better understanding of self-compassion and compassion for themselves & others. If that sounds like a good fit for you in helping you deal with depressive or anxious symptoms, than please contact me. My passion is to help people adjust to the times we are ...
I hope to help clients cultivate courage, compassion, and connection that we all need to build a life worth living. For families with young children (ages 3-13): I hope to help parents understand their child's experience, as well as learn skills to facilitate healthy family attachments by incorporating mindfulness and family therapy into therapy sessions. For couples, I use an structured approa...
My therapeutic philosophy rests on the premise that entering into a therapy relationship is a sacred act, and should be treated accordingly. It takes courage to challenge the limiting beliefs accumulated along life's journey, and I hold deep respect for those who are willing to do so. I provide a safe and respectful environment where you can explore the patterns keeping you from living a more...
I am a Masters-level Licensed Professional Counselor. I primarily work with adults (using a Cognitive Behavioral counseling model) in the areas of anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, adjustment issues, and substance abuse. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the important role of thinking in how we feel and what we do. I work with individuals,...
I provide psychotherapy services to children, adults and families. I specialize in Child Centered Play Therapy (age 4+) as well as Jungian Sandplay therapy and use Expressive Arts. I provide compassionate services and especially work with issues related to abuse and trauma, separation and divorce, attachment and loss and anxiety. I am interested in dream work as well as how to help those dealin...
As a therapist my goal is to help clients gain confidence in their ability to handle life's challenges. Through an interactive exchange we will build awareness of how you are currently coping, then together work on how to move towards more mindful ways of being. I have successfully used this approach to treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma and addiction. I have a direct and engag...
I enjoy helping people establish and maintain relationships. It could be a relationship with your significant other, colleagues, or your family where values, beliefs, expectations, or even the cultures may be different. I also help people maintain a positive relationship with themselves by achieving an internal balance and being at peace with their past experiences. I have more than 10 years of...
Anxiety takes over your life. My clients often find themselves feeling stressed, overwhelmed, frustrated and worried about their performance. Sometimes they give up because the nervousness and anxiety is unmanageable. Sometimes they are unsuccessful at setting goals because of their fear of failure or rejection. Sometimes they feel angry or shameful over the way they look or appear to others....
I enjoy providing therapy to individuals and families. I provide a safe supportive environment and encourage my clients to be comfortable, open, and honest. This allows me to work with my clients. Together, in a casual and comfortable environment, we identify and approach life's challenges because only together are we able to make life-changing decisions. You are important to me and in session ...
**I am currently unable to accept new clients, updated 10/1/20** When someone is suffering s/he may begin to feel numb, disconnected, and unable to cope effectively with every day challenges. This person may have developed behaviors like lying, misusing substances, avoiding or procrastinating that make them feel even worse. With the right therapist, you can begin to explore the reason behind th...
There are hundreds of different kinds of treatment but all rely on the capacity of the therapist to create a safe space where clients feel free to explore not yet thought thoughts or felt feelings. This process of exploration is creative for both therapist and client and leads to surprising and unpredictable outcomes. I have spent almost 50 years now in this kind of conversation with clients an...
What if you could stop all self- destructive habits and feel energized and excited by your life? Many of my clients are just like you; talented, ambitious and unique, but are unsatisfied with an area of life. If you are ready, I can help you get unstuck and make changes based on proven therapeutic techniques. If you're struggling to take care of yourself physically and emotionally, I will work...
Are anxiety, anger, or depression controlling your life? Are old, painful experiences causing you to react in ways that don't feel good or that push people away? Do you find yourself stuffing your emotions until you blow up? I was a Registered Nurse for 25 years before I became a therapist, so I understand how trauma and strong emotions impact physical health, self-worth, and relationships. I c...
Your life is like running a marathon on a treadmill, you are putting out a lot of effort but going nowhere. This, despite taking multitasking to a whole other level, even down to paying bills on your phone while on the toilet. It's just still not enough. In theory, you know you're supposed to take care of yourself. But according to your calculations, you need at least 36 hours in a day and...
