Self Esteem Therapists in Saint Louis, MO
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Kristen Wurth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63132
On the outside, you look cool, calm and collected. On the inside...there is a whirling tornado of thoughts, sensations, emotions... You may be looking for guidance on your journey of learning the how's and why's behind the things you do and think. Life can be a big, overwhelming, and never ending "to do" list that you are working hard to manage and looking for encouraging support to help you breathe, balance, and decompress. You are seeking a safe space to express yourself, collaborate and learn ways to cultivate self esteem, focus, and success with managing life.
On the outside, you look cool, calm and collected. On the inside...there is a whirling tornado of thoughts, sensations, emotions... You may be looking for guidance on your journey of learning the how's and why's behind the things you do and think. Life can be a big, overwhelming, and never ending "to do" list that you are working hard to manage and looking for encouraging support to help you breathe, balance, and decompress. You are seeking a safe space to express yourself, collaborate and learn ways to cultivate self esteem, focus, and success with managing life.
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Debora Hayden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63141
Waitlist for new clients
Utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral approach I address a wide variety of issues, including low self-esteem, anxiety and depression. The way we think affects the way we feel which affects our responses to those around us. In Couples' counseling I emphasize the importance of being mindful of the negative scripts triggered by your partner and identifying ways to become the partner you want to be.
Utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral approach I address a wide variety of issues, including low self-esteem, anxiety and depression. The way we think affects the way we feel which affects our responses to those around us. In Couples' counseling I emphasize the importance of being mindful of the negative scripts triggered by your partner and identifying ways to become the partner you want to be.
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A R Therapy & Consulting LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAMS-I, NCC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63132 (Online Only)
You might look like you have everything under control, and from the outside, your life seems picture-perfect. Yet, inside, you're battling overwhelming stress, anxiety, or sadness. Are past traumas still affecting your present? Perhaps setting boundaries is a struggle, leaving you feeling exhausted and unloved. Are you questioning some life choices and desperately need a space to organize your thoughts and regain control? Anxiety and depression are tough; are they keeping you awake or pulling you down?
You might look like you have everything under control, and from the outside, your life seems picture-perfect. Yet, inside, you're battling overwhelming stress, anxiety, or sadness. Are past traumas still affecting your present? Perhaps setting boundaries is a struggle, leaving you feeling exhausted and unloved. Are you questioning some life choices and desperately need a space to organize your thoughts and regain control? Anxiety and depression are tough; are they keeping you awake or pulling you down?
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Melissa Weber
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC, CIT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63123
Do you get tired of carrying the burden of your past on your shoulders? Do you wish for a future in which you can breathe freely and have a heart full of hope? I strive to create a safe and supportive environment to feel heard, understood, and valued.
Do you get tired of carrying the burden of your past on your shoulders? Do you wish for a future in which you can breathe freely and have a heart full of hope? I strive to create a safe and supportive environment to feel heard, understood, and valued.
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Caroline Crocker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63139 (Online Only)
Life is complicated. Both my professional experiences and my own life experiences have taught me this. Women in particular experience unique challenges in today's world. We are faced with pressure from many sources, both internally and externally. I specialize in working with women of all ages, including teen girls. I offer secure, confidential video sessions so you can participate in therapy from the comfort of your home. As women we are often so busy with other responsibilities, that we put ourselves on the back burner. This is an opportunity to take care of you! You deserve it!
Life is complicated. Both my professional experiences and my own life experiences have taught me this. Women in particular experience unique challenges in today's world. We are faced with pressure from many sources, both internally and externally. I specialize in working with women of all ages, including teen girls. I offer secure, confidential video sessions so you can participate in therapy from the comfort of your home. As women we are often so busy with other responsibilities, that we put ourselves on the back burner. This is an opportunity to take care of you! You deserve it!
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Making the step to better your mental health can be scary and overwhelming. If you feel stuck in your current life, struggling with hopelessness, loneliness, irritability, low self-esteem, anxiety, overwhelmed, or dealing with relationship issues. You are not alone and do not have to go through your journey alone. I can assist you in making that first step forward. Imagine going through your day stress and worry-free, accompanied by the tools and skills that you need to be successful in dealing with everyday struggles. No longer feeling tied down by your thoughts, emotions, and past experiences and traumas.
Making the step to better your mental health can be scary and overwhelming. If you feel stuck in your current life, struggling with hopelessness, loneliness, irritability, low self-esteem, anxiety, overwhelmed, or dealing with relationship issues. You are not alone and do not have to go through your journey alone. I can assist you in making that first step forward. Imagine going through your day stress and worry-free, accompanied by the tools and skills that you need to be successful in dealing with everyday struggles. No longer feeling tied down by your thoughts, emotions, and past experiences and traumas.
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Jane Henderson Burnham
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63139 (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting clients who are facing challenges related to sexuality, relationships, identity, and self-esteem. I love working with clients who want to develop a more intentional connection to their bodies, sexualities, and the people they love.
I specialize in supporting clients who are facing challenges related to sexuality, relationships, identity, and self-esteem. I love working with clients who want to develop a more intentional connection to their bodies, sexualities, and the people they love.
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Have open availability for in-person and virtual sessions. Sliding scale and some Medicaid; can be weekly or every other week sessions. My goals are to give clients and their families tools, and offer genuine support in daily and/or lifelong struggles. My belief is that change is possible for anyone, but the client and their loved ones need to have an open mind, and believe in love and support. Getting out of your comfort zone is a guarantee, and therapy is the first step. Therapy helps us make changes that lead to lifelong healthy habits of self care and thriving personal relationships.
Have open availability for in-person and virtual sessions. Sliding scale and some Medicaid; can be weekly or every other week sessions. My goals are to give clients and their families tools, and offer genuine support in daily and/or lifelong struggles. My belief is that change is possible for anyone, but the client and their loved ones need to have an open mind, and believe in love and support. Getting out of your comfort zone is a guarantee, and therapy is the first step. Therapy helps us make changes that lead to lifelong healthy habits of self care and thriving personal relationships.
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Jordan Cera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AAMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63101 (Online Only)
Do you feel misunderstood, unseen, stuck in life, and/or lonely? I have been practicing therapy for nearly a decade and offer support in processing emotional pain and unpleasant feelings/thoughts. If you are experiencing anxiety/depression/nightmares/phobias, you’re in the right place. Together, we will develop tools & coping skills that help to lessen your daily struggles/worries. Talk therapy offers space to process emotions, increase self-esteem, and improve communication skills. Start healing today.
Do you feel misunderstood, unseen, stuck in life, and/or lonely? I have been practicing therapy for nearly a decade and offer support in processing emotional pain and unpleasant feelings/thoughts. If you are experiencing anxiety/depression/nightmares/phobias, you’re in the right place. Together, we will develop tools & coping skills that help to lessen your daily struggles/worries. Talk therapy offers space to process emotions, increase self-esteem, and improve communication skills. Start healing today.
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Michael Salinas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63110
I work with adults and teens experiencing issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, anger, shame, grief, fear and a range of other symptoms. I join with individuals and couples who struggle with overwhelming stress; have difficulty understanding their emotions and feelings; feel loneliness and isolation; who question their relationship, career or overall life choices; who struggle to find meaning in their lives. We all want to find peace and clarity, and to escape the stream of negative self-talk and self-criticism that churns inside of us. All of us have a fundamental human need to feel connected, accepted and understood.
I work with adults and teens experiencing issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, anger, shame, grief, fear and a range of other symptoms. I join with individuals and couples who struggle with overwhelming stress; have difficulty understanding their emotions and feelings; feel loneliness and isolation; who question their relationship, career or overall life choices; who struggle to find meaning in their lives. We all want to find peace and clarity, and to escape the stream of negative self-talk and self-criticism that churns inside of us. All of us have a fundamental human need to feel connected, accepted and understood.
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Stacy Nakia Peebles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63101 (Online Only)
I am a Emotional Wellness Practitioner with extensive experience providing services to women seeking support in navigating through life's challenges. My goal is to empower you to make positive and informed decisions that will lead to a sense of well-being and serenity. I take a holistic approach to health care. Our emotional well-being is at the center of living a healthy and fulfilled life. I focus on promoting a sense of self-love and empowering my clients to live the meaningful life that they deserve. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Empowerment Coach and Certified Reiki Master.
I am a Emotional Wellness Practitioner with extensive experience providing services to women seeking support in navigating through life's challenges. My goal is to empower you to make positive and informed decisions that will lead to a sense of well-being and serenity. I take a holistic approach to health care. Our emotional well-being is at the center of living a healthy and fulfilled life. I focus on promoting a sense of self-love and empowering my clients to live the meaningful life that they deserve. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Empowerment Coach and Certified Reiki Master.
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Nikki Karalekas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Saint Louis, MO 63110
Do you notice that you struggle with the same kinds of problems, emotions, and relationships over and over again? Have you tried different coping skills without success? Do you turn to things like substances, unhealthy relationships, or mindless internet scrolling to take the edge off sadness, anger, fear, or loneliness? Explorative, insight-oriented, in-depth psychotherapy can help you understand and finally transform these dynamics, increasing your well-being and sense of self. This lasting change offers an opportunity to expand your world.
Do you notice that you struggle with the same kinds of problems, emotions, and relationships over and over again? Have you tried different coping skills without success? Do you turn to things like substances, unhealthy relationships, or mindless internet scrolling to take the edge off sadness, anger, fear, or loneliness? Explorative, insight-oriented, in-depth psychotherapy can help you understand and finally transform these dynamics, increasing your well-being and sense of self. This lasting change offers an opportunity to expand your world.
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I am a trauma-informed therapist who works with adult clients in individual therapy. I have a special heart for working with individuals who struggle with boundary issues, codependency, self-esteem, and shame. I also work with survivors of emotional/narcissistic abuse; clients with adult ADHD; and those with relational/attachment trauma through abuse and neglect in their family of origin. Another area I serve is supporting individuals who are in their faith deconstruction journey or have experienced spiritual abuse. My clients are of all faith backgrounds but for those who are seeking it, I also offer Christian counseling.
I am a trauma-informed therapist who works with adult clients in individual therapy. I have a special heart for working with individuals who struggle with boundary issues, codependency, self-esteem, and shame. I also work with survivors of emotional/narcissistic abuse; clients with adult ADHD; and those with relational/attachment trauma through abuse and neglect in their family of origin. Another area I serve is supporting individuals who are in their faith deconstruction journey or have experienced spiritual abuse. My clients are of all faith backgrounds but for those who are seeking it, I also offer Christian counseling.
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Maria Vlach
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63130 (Online Only)
You want to feel authentic and empowered, but you are struggling to calm insecurities and negative self-talk. You may be fed up with the constant overthinking, imposter syndrome, or that you just can’t let things go. You might even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to understand why this is happening. You are ready to feel confident and assertive in your life. Most of all, you’re ready to feel unbothered and happy with yourself.
You want to feel authentic and empowered, but you are struggling to calm insecurities and negative self-talk. You may be fed up with the constant overthinking, imposter syndrome, or that you just can’t let things go. You might even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to understand why this is happening. You are ready to feel confident and assertive in your life. Most of all, you’re ready to feel unbothered and happy with yourself.
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A Breath Of Fresh Air Counseling Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63137 (Online Only)
NOW Licensed in Missouri & Georgia - My ultimate goal as an LPC is to assist my clients in living their absolute best life. Depression, anxiety, lack of self-esteem, past trauma, and hurt are all factors that could be prohibiting an individual from being happy and living their best life. These concerns and more are addressed in our sessions. Thinking patterns, toxic behaviors, belief systems and relationships will be explored. You deserve the best out of life, so why not take a step in that direction. I will do the utmost so that you may achieve your goals. Now Licensed in MO and accepting Missouri clients.
NOW Licensed in Missouri & Georgia - My ultimate goal as an LPC is to assist my clients in living their absolute best life. Depression, anxiety, lack of self-esteem, past trauma, and hurt are all factors that could be prohibiting an individual from being happy and living their best life. These concerns and more are addressed in our sessions. Thinking patterns, toxic behaviors, belief systems and relationships will be explored. You deserve the best out of life, so why not take a step in that direction. I will do the utmost so that you may achieve your goals. Now Licensed in MO and accepting Missouri clients.
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Through counseling, I strive to help individuals work through whatever challenges they may be experiencing and toward their individual mental health goals. I currently work with children, adolescents, and young adults. Some of my focus areas include anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, emotional regulation and awareness, and general life adjustments. I utilize different therapeutic approaches best suited for each individual client, including cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered theory, dialectical behavioral therapy, and positive psychology.
Through counseling, I strive to help individuals work through whatever challenges they may be experiencing and toward their individual mental health goals. I currently work with children, adolescents, and young adults. Some of my focus areas include anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, emotional regulation and awareness, and general life adjustments. I utilize different therapeutic approaches best suited for each individual client, including cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered theory, dialectical behavioral therapy, and positive psychology.
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Each day brings new challenges. Some involve our families or our jobs or our relationships, but all involve our minds. Healing begins with the recognition that these battles are not obstacles, but doorways, to a better life — opportunities to develop ourselves in ways we couldn’t previously imagine. You possess the capacity for greatness. You have a purpose! Awareness and the vulnerability to trust another human are keys to unlocking your potential in these ways. Therapy provides an outlet to experience yourself as such, and to work toward the harmony and inner peace you’ve longed for.
Each day brings new challenges. Some involve our families or our jobs or our relationships, but all involve our minds. Healing begins with the recognition that these battles are not obstacles, but doorways, to a better life — opportunities to develop ourselves in ways we couldn’t previously imagine. You possess the capacity for greatness. You have a purpose! Awareness and the vulnerability to trust another human are keys to unlocking your potential in these ways. Therapy provides an outlet to experience yourself as such, and to work toward the harmony and inner peace you’ve longed for.
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For many of us, childhood was mentally and emotionally confusing. And we may find that these experiences impact us even now — they season how we relate to others, how we interact with our worlds, and even how we conceive of our future. Making sense of all of this requires a respect for very human needs like safety, stability, and positive and corrective emotional experiences. Therapy is often the single most helpful and effective intervention to those ends—it certainly has been healing for me. I hold a deep respect and honor for those who are able to show up to do this work.
For many of us, childhood was mentally and emotionally confusing. And we may find that these experiences impact us even now — they season how we relate to others, how we interact with our worlds, and even how we conceive of our future. Making sense of all of this requires a respect for very human needs like safety, stability, and positive and corrective emotional experiences. Therapy is often the single most helpful and effective intervention to those ends—it certainly has been healing for me. I hold a deep respect and honor for those who are able to show up to do this work.
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Jennifer Lane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63104 (Online Only)
I primarily work with adolescents and young adults working through challenges with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence & depression.
Are you experiencing feelings of overwhelm, stress, or anxiety? Do you face challenges related to relationships or behavior? Or, are you a parent of a child dealing with some of these issues? At times, we all need some support to navigate the various difficulties life presents. It takes courage to seek out and ask for help and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I primarily work with adolescents and young adults working through challenges with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence & depression.
Are you experiencing feelings of overwhelm, stress, or anxiety? Do you face challenges related to relationships or behavior? Or, are you a parent of a child dealing with some of these issues? At times, we all need some support to navigate the various difficulties life presents. It takes courage to seek out and ask for help and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
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Nicole McNeil - Ellie Mental Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis, MO 63131 (Online Only)
I counsel individuals and families, and specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, family conflict, divorce, grief, and self esteem issues.
Change can happen at any age. All it takes is the commitment and willingness to look at oneself and gain insight, and put steps into action toward change. I provide the support, validation, and openness to help individuals and families explore both their strengths, and address and improve the cycles that make them unhappy. I am action oriented and direct, while leaving space for self-exploration and growth in a warm and nurturing environment.
I counsel individuals and families, and specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, family conflict, divorce, grief, and self esteem issues.
Change can happen at any age. All it takes is the commitment and willingness to look at oneself and gain insight, and put steps into action toward change. I provide the support, validation, and openness to help individuals and families explore both their strengths, and address and improve the cycles that make them unhappy. I am action oriented and direct, while leaving space for self-exploration and growth in a warm and nurturing environment.
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Self Esteem Therapists
When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?
When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.
What are the signs of low self-esteem?
Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.
What causes low self-esteem?
Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.
How can therapy improve self-esteem?
Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.