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Low self-esteem doesn't always look like what people expect, and it can affect your life in a lot of ways outside of just appearing shy or unconfident,
Underneath it all is the same belief – that you're somehow not enough – and our therapists are equipped with the tools to help you challenge this belief, and can help with:
It can help with:
Your first sessions explore how you see yourself and the factors that influence this picture. From there, our therapists will explore why you feel this way and give you tools to challenge your own beliefs.
Sessions are held online, so you can attend from home in Naperville in a space where you feel at ease. You can expect:
An inner critic can be helpful, but it can also derail your life completely as well. We’ll help you understand when to listen, and when not to.
Self-compassion doesn’t mean you take everything easy, it can actually help to build more self-confidence that if you are constantly criticizing yourself for everything.
Confidence grows from doing, not waiting. We’ll help you take small steps that will help you build confidence over time.
When your worth feels tied to keeping everyone happy, "no" feels dangerous. Counseling helps you set boundaries and disappoint people occasionally without your self-worth collapsing.
A quiet fear of not being enough makes it hard to let people close. You'll work on shifting from seeking approval to genuinely believing you deserve love, friendship, and respect as you are.
Over time, the goal of our self-esteem therapy is to get you in a position where you value yourself and can be proud of your achievements.
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Yes. Self-esteem is a set of learned beliefs and habits, not a fixed trait. Counseling has strong evidence behind it, particularly CBT-based approaches, and most clients notice meaningful shifts in how they treat themselves.
Positive thinking only goes so far – if you are constantly belittling yourself, it requires a more structured approach to untangle your beliefs and change how you feel.
Often, yes. Low self-worth frequently sits underneath anxiety, low mood, and perfectionism. Your therapist will look at the whole picture and tailor your sessions to what you need.
No. Our therapists are licensed across Illinois and elsewhere, just get in touch and we can help find the right fit.
Just a reliable internet connection and a private space where you feel comfortable and won't be interrupted.