Therapy for Self-Esteem
Do you often feel awkward and self-conscious in social settings? Are you constantly comparing yourself to others and finding you never measure up?
Self-esteem is a concept that speaks to how we feel about ourselves. When one has high self-esteem, they feel confident, centered, and worthy of love. People with low self-esteem often feel shame and self-doubt. They often feel critical of themselves and are unworthy of love or praise. Sometimes they fear engaging in self- care because it may be perceived as 'selfish.'
Regardless of how low self-esteem manifests, the results are always the same:
- Depression and anxiety
- Lack of joy in life
- Anger, guilt, sadness
- Self-doubt
- A lack of resilience
- Loneliness
- Isolation
- Eating issues
- Social avoidance
- Codependency
- Self-harm
Treatment for Low Self-Esteem
The good news is that self-esteem is something that can be changed by deeply understanding your beliefs, behavior and how you think about yourself. Having said this, most people developed their self-esteem issues in childhood and have been living with low self-esteem for a very long time. For this reason, it is advised that they seek the guidance of a trained therapist.
Having a knowledgeable and supportive therapist in your corner can help you develop a healthier and more realistic sense of self. I can help you connect the dots in your life, discover where your low self-esteem came from, and walk along the path with you in of absolving your negative beliefs and transforming critical self-talk with self-love and self-compassion.
If you suffer from low self-esteem and would like to explore treatment options, feel free to reach out to me.