Self Esteem Counselling in Crows Nest, NSW

Alberto Florez
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Are you experiencing overwhelming anxiety and stress due to work or past traumas? Do you long for higher self-esteem, better relationships, and effective coping mechanisms? Together, we'll help you regain control, break down emotional barriers, and find inner peace, ultimately transforming your well-being. I'm here to guide you and build together a transformative journey towards a brighter, more fulfilling future.
Are you experiencing overwhelming anxiety and stress due to work or past traumas? Do you long for higher self-esteem, better relationships, and effective coping mechanisms? Together, we'll help you regain control, break down emotional barriers, and find inner peace, ultimately transforming your well-being. I'm here to guide you and build together a transformative journey towards a brighter, more fulfilling future.

Sophie Mellish
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
My name is Sophie, a Sydney-based counsellor/psychotherapist living and working on Cammeraygal land. My pronouns are she/her. I work within a person-centred, integrative framework. Alongside my specialties, I have experience in working with issues such as relationship issues, self-esteem. anxiety, grief and loss and, disability. I feel incredibly privileged to be walking alongside individuals in their therapeutic journey.
My name is Sophie, a Sydney-based counsellor/psychotherapist living and working on Cammeraygal land. My pronouns are she/her. I work within a person-centred, integrative framework. Alongside my specialties, I have experience in working with issues such as relationship issues, self-esteem. anxiety, grief and loss and, disability. I feel incredibly privileged to be walking alongside individuals in their therapeutic journey.

FIT to LIVE Psychology Svcs Aleksander Gisbert
Psychologist
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065 (Online Only)
Director of Fit to Live Psychology Services. Weight loss long term management and Eating Disorders. Counselling for anxiety, depression, pain management, relationship issues, sleep disorders and work stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) non-drug, non-hypnosis psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, guilt, anger, and post-traumatic reactions, and to enhance emotional resources such as confidence and self-esteem. Cognitive Behaviour
Director of Fit to Live Psychology Services. Weight loss long term management and Eating Disorders. Counselling for anxiety, depression, pain management, relationship issues, sleep disorders and work stress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) non-drug, non-hypnosis psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, guilt, anger, and post-traumatic reactions, and to enhance emotional resources such as confidence and self-esteem. Cognitive Behaviour

Barry Lewis
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Many different events will impact our lives, most of the time we can deal with them, other times we cannot. A difficult childhood, the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, an illness or accident, a toxic work environment, sexuality & gender, unemployment, the current pandemic affecting our world or just being at a new stage of our lives can cause us to feel lost within ourselves and the wider world. This can lead to anxiety or depression, it can affect our self-esteem and disconnect us from everyone around us, leaving us isolated and alone.
Many different events will impact our lives, most of the time we can deal with them, other times we cannot. A difficult childhood, the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, an illness or accident, a toxic work environment, sexuality & gender, unemployment, the current pandemic affecting our world or just being at a new stage of our lives can cause us to feel lost within ourselves and the wider world. This can lead to anxiety or depression, it can affect our self-esteem and disconnect us from everyone around us, leaving us isolated and alone.

Phoebe Allwell
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
My expertise lies in the treatment of early trauma, anxiety,
self esteem
, personal and spiritual growth.
The Embodied Presence Process Integrates Psychotherapy, Counselling and Energy Medicine. This is a unique integrative approach that unleashes rapid personal transformation and embodiment. The Embodied Presence Process was developed by psychotherapist and energy medicine practitioner Phoebe Allwell, a true integration of established clinical practices, energy medicine and ancient spiritual teachings. The Embodied Presence Process will support you to rapidly release anything that blocks or limits you being the fullest expression of your true self. Call or email Phoebe now to book a complimentary 20min consultation.
My expertise lies in the treatment of early trauma, anxiety,
self esteem
, personal and spiritual growth.
The Embodied Presence Process Integrates Psychotherapy, Counselling and Energy Medicine. This is a unique integrative approach that unleashes rapid personal transformation and embodiment. The Embodied Presence Process was developed by psychotherapist and energy medicine practitioner Phoebe Allwell, a true integration of established clinical practices, energy medicine and ancient spiritual teachings. The Embodied Presence Process will support you to rapidly release anything that blocks or limits you being the fullest expression of your true self. Call or email Phoebe now to book a complimentary 20min consultation.

Elizabeth Giles
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
As every parent knows, your child’s well-being and happiness are the most important things in the world. As the Principal Child Psychologist at Cadence Psychology, Elizabeth is best placed to help your child overcome life’s obstacles which may be getting in the way of them being at their best at school, home and with friends. Elizabeth is a warm and compassionate psychologist with over fifteen years experience supporting children and their families in a variety of education and other settings including primary schools.
As every parent knows, your child’s well-being and happiness are the most important things in the world. As the Principal Child Psychologist at Cadence Psychology, Elizabeth is best placed to help your child overcome life’s obstacles which may be getting in the way of them being at their best at school, home and with friends. Elizabeth is a warm and compassionate psychologist with over fifteen years experience supporting children and their families in a variety of education and other settings including primary schools.

Kate Evans
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065 (Online Only)
I am mindful of creating a safe, non-judgemental environment as a clinical psychologist who draws upon evidence based therapies to empower my clients to build self-awareness and improve their quality of life. I support clients in processing their emotions, developing a better understanding of who they are and how best to break free from negative life patterns that have exacerbated their psychological challenges. I also have extensive experience in parenting and child behaviour concerns. I work collaboratively with parents to identify and address child behaviour and emotional needs to help your child and manage your own wellbeing.
I am mindful of creating a safe, non-judgemental environment as a clinical psychologist who draws upon evidence based therapies to empower my clients to build self-awareness and improve their quality of life. I support clients in processing their emotions, developing a better understanding of who they are and how best to break free from negative life patterns that have exacerbated their psychological challenges. I also have extensive experience in parenting and child behaviour concerns. I work collaboratively with parents to identify and address child behaviour and emotional needs to help your child and manage your own wellbeing.

Rachel Isabel McGinty
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I help people create a life that is worth being present for. I know the frustration of feeling stuck in your life. There is something that isn’t working for you - your mind, body, choices, patterns, job, relationship. Maybe your relationships are unsatisfying and you desire more connection, communication, safety and empathy with your friends and partner. Perhaps you are stuck in a pattern of people pleasing and often feel overlooked, undervalued and frustrated. It could be that your mind has tendencies that don’t work for you and you find yourself overwhelmed with overthinking, anxiety, depression or stress.
I help people create a life that is worth being present for. I know the frustration of feeling stuck in your life. There is something that isn’t working for you - your mind, body, choices, patterns, job, relationship. Maybe your relationships are unsatisfying and you desire more connection, communication, safety and empathy with your friends and partner. Perhaps you are stuck in a pattern of people pleasing and often feel overlooked, undervalued and frustrated. It could be that your mind has tendencies that don’t work for you and you find yourself overwhelmed with overthinking, anxiety, depression or stress.

Robyn Price
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Are you constantly anxious? Stuck or struggling with relationships? No idea how to move on? My name's Robyn and I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist and Somatic Movement/Dance Movement Therapist with 17 years' experience working with groups and individuals. A deep knowledge of body process and nonverbal communication allows me to attend to the whole of a person's experience, rather than just what they say. I take a relational, creative and trauma-informed approach, and tailor it for every person or group I work with.
Are you constantly anxious? Stuck or struggling with relationships? No idea how to move on? My name's Robyn and I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist and Somatic Movement/Dance Movement Therapist with 17 years' experience working with groups and individuals. A deep knowledge of body process and nonverbal communication allows me to attend to the whole of a person's experience, rather than just what they say. I take a relational, creative and trauma-informed approach, and tailor it for every person or group I work with.

Xanthe Armitage
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Xanthe Armitage is a passionate Registered Psychologist who has practiced for over 18 years. She holds a Bachelor of Social Science and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology. Xanthe has worked across many organisational settings, including university student counselling, outplacement, occupational rehabilitation, and private practice. Through her experience, Xanthe has worked with a diversity of clients, such as students, new parents, and corporate senior managers, and she has developed the skills and expertise to assist her clients with a range of issues. She also has extensive experience in the area of adjustment to change.
Xanthe Armitage is a passionate Registered Psychologist who has practiced for over 18 years. She holds a Bachelor of Social Science and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology. Xanthe has worked across many organisational settings, including university student counselling, outplacement, occupational rehabilitation, and private practice. Through her experience, Xanthe has worked with a diversity of clients, such as students, new parents, and corporate senior managers, and she has developed the skills and expertise to assist her clients with a range of issues. She also has extensive experience in the area of adjustment to change.

Scott Whiteway
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Hello! I help people resolve personal challenges and mental health issues quickly and effectively. With over 20 years experience successfully providing psychological treatment I develop strong collaborative relationships to get results. I will work with you to identify and achieve your best self. No matter what your life situation or challenges are, together we can determine a plan on how to successfully achieve clarity, a positive mindset and resolve your personal challenges.
Hello! I help people resolve personal challenges and mental health issues quickly and effectively. With over 20 years experience successfully providing psychological treatment I develop strong collaborative relationships to get results. I will work with you to identify and achieve your best self. No matter what your life situation or challenges are, together we can determine a plan on how to successfully achieve clarity, a positive mindset and resolve your personal challenges.
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Sarah Bays
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions both in person and online.
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions both in person and online.

Larissa Kirpichnikov
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Couples Therapy & Coaching / Individuals Therapy & Coaching / Family Dispute Resolution Mediation (FDRP) & Divorce Coaching Services. With more than 25 years experience of living and working in Australia and abroad, Larissa understands that life and relationships are not always smooth. Whether you are wishing to improve your intimate relationship, seek individual support, parenting &/or financial FDR mediation services, or divorce coaching, please call to discuss how we can best assist you. You may also visit our website for further information.
Couples Therapy & Coaching / Individuals Therapy & Coaching / Family Dispute Resolution Mediation (FDRP) & Divorce Coaching Services. With more than 25 years experience of living and working in Australia and abroad, Larissa understands that life and relationships are not always smooth. Whether you are wishing to improve your intimate relationship, seek individual support, parenting &/or financial FDR mediation services, or divorce coaching, please call to discuss how we can best assist you. You may also visit our website for further information.

Emma Lawson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Therapy is about increasing meaning, connection and quality of life. I support clients to explore what their needs (and goals) are, and how best they may be met. Some clients seek accessible, practical knowledge and skills to feel more equipped to manage stressors, or overcome ill mental health. Others need safety and space to better understand themselves and their experience, and guidance to use that insight to create meaning, self-compassion, and the changes that they wish to see in their lives. For many of my clients, therapy is an opportunity to be believed in, until they are better able to believe in themselves.
Therapy is about increasing meaning, connection and quality of life. I support clients to explore what their needs (and goals) are, and how best they may be met. Some clients seek accessible, practical knowledge and skills to feel more equipped to manage stressors, or overcome ill mental health. Others need safety and space to better understand themselves and their experience, and guidance to use that insight to create meaning, self-compassion, and the changes that they wish to see in their lives. For many of my clients, therapy is an opportunity to be believed in, until they are better able to believe in themselves.

Cat Piper
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
To other people you appear to be fine, however, on the inside, it feels like a completely different story. You get caught up in internal battles with your own mind, questioning your decisions, second-guessing yourself, overthinking things, and feeling lost, anxious, depressed. It's exhausting. You want to make changes and you are sick of feeling anxious, it is interfering in your life, your work, your relationships. You want things to be different. I can help you sort through the stories, the experiences that have led to this, and to change your old patterns, thoughts, and beliefs, and create the life that you want to live.
To other people you appear to be fine, however, on the inside, it feels like a completely different story. You get caught up in internal battles with your own mind, questioning your decisions, second-guessing yourself, overthinking things, and feeling lost, anxious, depressed. It's exhausting. You want to make changes and you are sick of feeling anxious, it is interfering in your life, your work, your relationships. You want things to be different. I can help you sort through the stories, the experiences that have led to this, and to change your old patterns, thoughts, and beliefs, and create the life that you want to live.

Grounded Space Counselling
Counsellor
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Do you struggle with relationship difficulties, from intimate partners to friendships? Whether it be from infidelity, monogamy or navigating ethical non-monogamy to dishonesty, trust, boundary setting or simply the courage to express your needs. Have you been deeply hurt in a relationship and at a loss as to how to heal and where to go from here? Do you need to break free of people pleasing patterns and the anxiety and guilt around being authentic to your needs? Do you struggle with the courage to express your needs? These are just some of the many questions that life throws at us and they can often be complex issues to unravel...
Do you struggle with relationship difficulties, from intimate partners to friendships? Whether it be from infidelity, monogamy or navigating ethical non-monogamy to dishonesty, trust, boundary setting or simply the courage to express your needs. Have you been deeply hurt in a relationship and at a loss as to how to heal and where to go from here? Do you need to break free of people pleasing patterns and the anxiety and guilt around being authentic to your needs? Do you struggle with the courage to express your needs? These are just some of the many questions that life throws at us and they can often be complex issues to unravel...

Carolin Skipka
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Challenging childhood experiences, trauma and life's challenges often get in the way of our ability to live life fully. In my work as a therapist I deeply care about supporting you on your journey to reconnect with the inner wisdom that lives inside you and that guides you on your unique path towards healing. I am passionate about supporting you to recover and to continue on your path.
Challenging childhood experiences, trauma and life's challenges often get in the way of our ability to live life fully. In my work as a therapist I deeply care about supporting you on your journey to reconnect with the inner wisdom that lives inside you and that guides you on your unique path towards healing. I am passionate about supporting you to recover and to continue on your path.

Naomi Halls
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
In my role as a clinical psychologist I will listen to you, the expert in your own life, to guide us in your treatment goals. Therapy can be short term and specific, or you may wish to have a safe and contemplative space to explore re- occurring themes in your life. You may need to examine and reset patterns of behaviour so your family/relationships can flourish and enjoy wellbeing, or you may be a performing artist or student struggling with performance anxiety, perfectionism and goal setting.
In my role as a clinical psychologist I will listen to you, the expert in your own life, to guide us in your treatment goals. Therapy can be short term and specific, or you may wish to have a safe and contemplative space to explore re- occurring themes in your life. You may need to examine and reset patterns of behaviour so your family/relationships can flourish and enjoy wellbeing, or you may be a performing artist or student struggling with performance anxiety, perfectionism and goal setting.

Jennifer Gripton-Corbett Counselling&Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Jennifer is a Counsellor & Psychotherapist who provides individuals the space to be heard by a caring health professional in an accepting environment where new possibilities and life changes become an option. Jennifer works in private practice, is a Lifeline Counsellor and is a Clinical Supervisor at Canberra University. She works collaboratively with individuals, couples and families to achieve growth, change and new possibilities. Jennifer is a trauma informed therapist who utilises evidence-based therapy with people who are experiencing relationship issues, are stressed, grieving, or experiencing mental health concerns.
Jennifer is a Counsellor & Psychotherapist who provides individuals the space to be heard by a caring health professional in an accepting environment where new possibilities and life changes become an option. Jennifer works in private practice, is a Lifeline Counsellor and is a Clinical Supervisor at Canberra University. She works collaboratively with individuals, couples and families to achieve growth, change and new possibilities. Jennifer is a trauma informed therapist who utilises evidence-based therapy with people who are experiencing relationship issues, are stressed, grieving, or experiencing mental health concerns.

Lizzie Fairbanks Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
The world is changing, not just on a macro scale concerning issues like climate change, globalisation and social media, but on a micro scale too; the way we identify personally in terms of intersectionality, sexuality and relationship orientation. Whilst there is an increasing awareness and growing acceptance of new and different ways of being in the world, we can also find a whole new set of complex challenges arise when we start to embody our true identity. Maybe these challenges are rooted in past trauma, negative core beliefs and self-talk, overwhelming emotions, unhelpful coping behaviours or ways of relating to others.
The world is changing, not just on a macro scale concerning issues like climate change, globalisation and social media, but on a micro scale too; the way we identify personally in terms of intersectionality, sexuality and relationship orientation. Whilst there is an increasing awareness and growing acceptance of new and different ways of being in the world, we can also find a whole new set of complex challenges arise when we start to embody our true identity. Maybe these challenges are rooted in past trauma, negative core beliefs and self-talk, overwhelming emotions, unhelpful coping behaviours or ways of relating to others.
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Self Esteem Counsellors
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.