Self Esteem Psychologists and Therapists in Metropolitan Adelaide, SA
I work with people around a diverse range of issues & dynamics including. Relationships/couples counselling, youth counselling, Neurodivergence, Grief & Loss, Trauma, Non-religious spirituality/Faith, LGBTIQA+, Intimacy/ Connection & personal development.
I work with people around a diverse range of issues & dynamics including. Relationships/couples counselling, youth counselling, Neurodivergence, Grief & Loss, Trauma, Non-religious spirituality/Faith, LGBTIQA+, Intimacy/ Connection & personal development.
My ideal client is looking for a holistic approach to modern-day therapy. They are want to deepen their connection between body, mind and emotions. They are looking to create awareness around the parts of themselves that need to be re-integrated to create a more centred self. They are looking for the tools to feel empowered to continue regulating even after they leave our therapy session. They are looking for a non-judgemental space to explore your inner and outer landscapes.
My ideal client is looking for a holistic approach to modern-day therapy. They are want to deepen their connection between body, mind and emotions. They are looking to create awareness around the parts of themselves that need to be re-integrated to create a more centred self. They are looking for the tools to feel empowered to continue regulating even after they leave our therapy session. They are looking for a non-judgemental space to explore your inner and outer landscapes.
Hello, I'm Joanna and I own and operate Talking Heads Counselling - an Adelaide Hills counselling service offering sessions in a cosy private cottage, in-school, via tele-health or outside in the fresh air. I aim to provide a safe, comfortable and relaxed space for children, adolescents and young adults (aged 5-25) to work through life's challenges. Enquiries for individuals outside of this age range will be considered on a case by case basis. Sometimes Collin and Phil the friendly dachshunds come to sessions too! If you would like to meet with me, bookings to be made via my website: www.talkingheadscounselling.com.au
Hello, I'm Joanna and I own and operate Talking Heads Counselling - an Adelaide Hills counselling service offering sessions in a cosy private cottage, in-school, via tele-health or outside in the fresh air. I aim to provide a safe, comfortable and relaxed space for children, adolescents and young adults (aged 5-25) to work through life's challenges. Enquiries for individuals outside of this age range will be considered on a case by case basis. Sometimes Collin and Phil the friendly dachshunds come to sessions too! If you would like to meet with me, bookings to be made via my website: www.talkingheadscounselling.com.au
My approach is client centered- holistic with the client’s emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing the focus of my sessions. I believe in a mind-body connection and understand the power in releasing emotion that we often store in our bodies when it doesn’t feel safe to express. This can be the result of trauma or life experience or that prevents us from living with a sense of stability or peace and often without the ability of knowing what to do with these big emotions. Children especially struggle with this, and Art therapy provides them with the opportunity to express these feelings without the pressure of using words.
My approach is client centered- holistic with the client’s emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing the focus of my sessions. I believe in a mind-body connection and understand the power in releasing emotion that we often store in our bodies when it doesn’t feel safe to express. This can be the result of trauma or life experience or that prevents us from living with a sense of stability or peace and often without the ability of knowing what to do with these big emotions. Children especially struggle with this, and Art therapy provides them with the opportunity to express these feelings without the pressure of using words.
In our first session, we talk about what’s brought you here — whether it’s the pain of repeated relationship disappointments, uncertainty in a long-term partnership, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low mood, disordered eating, or emotional distress. You may be navigating life feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like things should feel better than they do — and you’re looking to change this.
In our first session, we talk about what’s brought you here — whether it’s the pain of repeated relationship disappointments, uncertainty in a long-term partnership, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low mood, disordered eating, or emotional distress. You may be navigating life feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like things should feel better than they do — and you’re looking to change this.
While we are diverse in nature, our beliefs and ideals as we travel through life, we all go through emotional challenges.
If where you are feels uncomfortable, that you feel challenged, stressed and possibly without direction or meaning I am able to guide you through, where you unfold naturally your next best steps to take.
You may have ailments that frustrate and inhibit your everyday living and live in fear that can often make no sense, however this can be gotten through. And where you feel empowered and worthy on your path in life.
While we are diverse in nature, our beliefs and ideals as we travel through life, we all go through emotional challenges.
If where you are feels uncomfortable, that you feel challenged, stressed and possibly without direction or meaning I am able to guide you through, where you unfold naturally your next best steps to take.
You may have ailments that frustrate and inhibit your everyday living and live in fear that can often make no sense, however this can be gotten through. And where you feel empowered and worthy on your path in life.
The first step is often the hardest... Find clarity in what you want, be able to express yourself, feel motivated, and explore what positive relationships look like. Have fears, hesitations, confusion and the past been holding you back from contentment in life, career or relationships? Be in the present moment and become more aware of your thoughts. This provides immense relief from fear-based thoughts and gives you clarity, as the mental clutter shifts. This is helpful for all areas of life - career, purpose, relationships, stress, anxiety and so on. Available in ANY location Australia wide via video call.
The first step is often the hardest... Find clarity in what you want, be able to express yourself, feel motivated, and explore what positive relationships look like. Have fears, hesitations, confusion and the past been holding you back from contentment in life, career or relationships? Be in the present moment and become more aware of your thoughts. This provides immense relief from fear-based thoughts and gives you clarity, as the mental clutter shifts. This is helpful for all areas of life - career, purpose, relationships, stress, anxiety and so on. Available in ANY location Australia wide via video call.
Trauma Informed retreats for women and clinical practice, working with women of all ages, from different backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Passionate about women self-empowerment. Specialised in fields of HSP and Trauma Work, MiCBT, Mindfulness, Self Compassion, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Art Therapy.
I guide women through self discovery, transformation and healing. Supporting them growing through their wounds, developing self-awareness, uncovering their strengths and creating changes for themselves. Shifts and growth, new perceptions for one's life.
See website for more information and retreats' schedule.
Trauma Informed retreats for women and clinical practice, working with women of all ages, from different backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Passionate about women self-empowerment. Specialised in fields of HSP and Trauma Work, MiCBT, Mindfulness, Self Compassion, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Art Therapy.
I guide women through self discovery, transformation and healing. Supporting them growing through their wounds, developing self-awareness, uncovering their strengths and creating changes for themselves. Shifts and growth, new perceptions for one's life.
See website for more information and retreats' schedule.
As a professional counsellor, my goal is to bring greater clarity to your personal challenges, and direction & empowerment in finding a way through. I hold a special interest in assisting clients of any age suffering anxiety and panic, and thoroughly understand how incapacitating high levels of stress can be to all areas of your life and relationships. Your safety and well-being are something I prioritise, so I ensure your sessions are relaxed and supportive. Your issues and griefs are given time to be heard and validated, as I highly value your life story.
As a professional counsellor, my goal is to bring greater clarity to your personal challenges, and direction & empowerment in finding a way through. I hold a special interest in assisting clients of any age suffering anxiety and panic, and thoroughly understand how incapacitating high levels of stress can be to all areas of your life and relationships. Your safety and well-being are something I prioritise, so I ensure your sessions are relaxed and supportive. Your issues and griefs are given time to be heard and validated, as I highly value your life story.
Still I Rise Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Adelaide, SA 5000
Waitlist for new clients
I offer evidence-based therapeutic approaches (e.g. ACT, Positive Psychology, CBT & EMDR) for children, adolescents, youth & adults for a broad range of concerns including anxiety, OCD, trauma/PTSD, self-worth, & life stressors/coping skills - see website for more).
Confidentially connect with a down-to-earth, compassionate Clinical Psychologist from the comfort of your own home or preferred private setting. With a background working with clients across the entire lifespan (from primary/private sector through to tertiary mental health care/CAMHS) Kerry's passionate about helping clients & their families to foster their resilience & strength in the face of adversity, as they gain a sense of hope & possibility. Helping to reduce mental health inequalities-Kerry offers clients Telehealth-South Australia statewide & Walk & Talk Therapy, away from the limitations of the therapy couch.
I offer evidence-based therapeutic approaches (e.g. ACT, Positive Psychology, CBT & EMDR) for children, adolescents, youth & adults for a broad range of concerns including anxiety, OCD, trauma/PTSD, self-worth, & life stressors/coping skills - see website for more).
Confidentially connect with a down-to-earth, compassionate Clinical Psychologist from the comfort of your own home or preferred private setting. With a background working with clients across the entire lifespan (from primary/private sector through to tertiary mental health care/CAMHS) Kerry's passionate about helping clients & their families to foster their resilience & strength in the face of adversity, as they gain a sense of hope & possibility. Helping to reduce mental health inequalities-Kerry offers clients Telehealth-South Australia statewide & Walk & Talk Therapy, away from the limitations of the therapy couch.
H-L Therapy offers a wide range of person centered, psychosocial therapy services, including counselling, therapeutic skill development, mindfulness, relaxation therapy, clinical hypnotherapy and artistic exploration. All H-L Therapy staff are DHS and Police cleared, qualified allied health clinicians. Our services are customised to specific situations and our mission is to support people in being happy and confident. NDIS, Medicare and Private Health Insurance rebates are available. We are compassionate, responsive and offer valuable, convenient support services -because all people matter.
H-L Therapy offers a wide range of person centered, psychosocial therapy services, including counselling, therapeutic skill development, mindfulness, relaxation therapy, clinical hypnotherapy and artistic exploration. All H-L Therapy staff are DHS and Police cleared, qualified allied health clinicians. Our services are customised to specific situations and our mission is to support people in being happy and confident. NDIS, Medicare and Private Health Insurance rebates are available. We are compassionate, responsive and offer valuable, convenient support services -because all people matter.
I work with people who are experiencing ongoing effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, stress, low self-esteem and relational difficulties.
Welcome to Inbalance Therapies. I’m Ashley Barnard, a registered counsellor and psychotherapist and I work with people to restore balance. You may appear to be coping on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected or exhausted. You might understand your patterns, yet still find yourself reacting in ways you wish you wouldn’t. You may feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, emotional intensity, shutdown, or a constant sense of pressure. Often, this isn’t a lack of insight, it’s a nervous system that has been under prolonged stress.
I work with people who are experiencing ongoing effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, stress, low self-esteem and relational difficulties.
Welcome to Inbalance Therapies. I’m Ashley Barnard, a registered counsellor and psychotherapist and I work with people to restore balance. You may appear to be coping on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected or exhausted. You might understand your patterns, yet still find yourself reacting in ways you wish you wouldn’t. You may feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, emotional intensity, shutdown, or a constant sense of pressure. Often, this isn’t a lack of insight, it’s a nervous system that has been under prolonged stress.
I focus on anxiety, trauma and self-esteem.
I work with adults affected by trauma, stress, and overwhelming life experiences, using EMDR therapy as my primary approach. You may be living with the after-effects of childhood trauma, emotionally abusive relationships, or past events that still feel unresolved. Even if life looks “fine” on the outside, you might feel constantly on edge, not good enough, or stuck in patterns you can’t break. Trauma can leave you feeling unsafe in your own body, weighed down by shame, or disconnected from who you want to be. I focus on treating anxiety, PTSD, depression and help with difficult life events and grief and loss.
I focus on anxiety, trauma and self-esteem.
I work with adults affected by trauma, stress, and overwhelming life experiences, using EMDR therapy as my primary approach. You may be living with the after-effects of childhood trauma, emotionally abusive relationships, or past events that still feel unresolved. Even if life looks “fine” on the outside, you might feel constantly on edge, not good enough, or stuck in patterns you can’t break. Trauma can leave you feeling unsafe in your own body, weighed down by shame, or disconnected from who you want to be. I focus on treating anxiety, PTSD, depression and help with difficult life events and grief and loss.
People come to see me because they feel stuck in their lives. They might feel disconnected socially, like they lack true meaning in their life, unfulfilled in work or struggling with their romantic relationships. Often they come because they feel they are not good enough in some fundamental way. These are universal issues we all face and therapy is a brave step towards bringing compassionate healing to the subtle conscious and unconscious parts of self that create the patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviour that keep us stuck in seemingly never ending cycles.
People come to see me because they feel stuck in their lives. They might feel disconnected socially, like they lack true meaning in their life, unfulfilled in work or struggling with their romantic relationships. Often they come because they feel they are not good enough in some fundamental way. These are universal issues we all face and therapy is a brave step towards bringing compassionate healing to the subtle conscious and unconscious parts of self that create the patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviour that keep us stuck in seemingly never ending cycles.
Get in touch and let's begin a journey together to find new ways to overcome rejection and low self-esteem, manage anxiety and depression and rediscover your identity.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Get in touch and let's begin a journey together to find new ways to overcome rejection and low self-esteem, manage anxiety and depression and rediscover your identity.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
I'm a fully trained counselling psychotherapist and I offer private individual & Couples therapy, long or short-term. I am trained in the Psychodynamic method, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and an integration of couples and relationships therapy models. It can be difficult to find a space to reflect and I offer a secure, non-judgemental, confidential environment, where together we can find that space. I am very patient and understand that taking that first step towards counselling, and beginning to make changes can be very difficult and I'll do my very best to support you. PACFA, BACP & ACTO Memberships.
I'm a fully trained counselling psychotherapist and I offer private individual & Couples therapy, long or short-term. I am trained in the Psychodynamic method, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and an integration of couples and relationships therapy models. It can be difficult to find a space to reflect and I offer a secure, non-judgemental, confidential environment, where together we can find that space. I am very patient and understand that taking that first step towards counselling, and beginning to make changes can be very difficult and I'll do my very best to support you. PACFA, BACP & ACTO Memberships.
My main therapy method will be Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help clients struggling with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
My main therapy method will be Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help clients struggling with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
Hello! I’m Emily Lewis, an online neurodivergent psychologist, counsellor and coach. I support Autistic, ADHD or AuDHD women, and those beyond the binary, who feel exhausted from years of masking, burnout, or trying to live by expectations that never fit. You may be seeking to explore your neurodivergent identity after self-identification or a diagnosis, or looking for support with executive function, emotional regulation, sensory needs or self-compassion.
Hello! I’m Emily Lewis, an online neurodivergent psychologist, counsellor and coach. I support Autistic, ADHD or AuDHD women, and those beyond the binary, who feel exhausted from years of masking, burnout, or trying to live by expectations that never fit. You may be seeking to explore your neurodivergent identity after self-identification or a diagnosis, or looking for support with executive function, emotional regulation, sensory needs or self-compassion.
EMDR Therapy - Nueroaffirming - Trauma-informed - LGBTQIA+ Safe Space.
Christine (MCounsPsych) supports anxious, burnt-out professionals to understand and overcome their blocks to wellbeing. Christine works holistically to address root causes of your challenges by weaving together her grounding in psychological science and counselling with other modalities, thereby expanding treatment options & allowing them to be tailored to the individual. She creates a safe and compassionate space where clients feel they are a person beyond their symptoms.
EMDR Therapy - Nueroaffirming - Trauma-informed - LGBTQIA+ Safe Space.
Christine (MCounsPsych) supports anxious, burnt-out professionals to understand and overcome their blocks to wellbeing. Christine works holistically to address root causes of your challenges by weaving together her grounding in psychological science and counselling with other modalities, thereby expanding treatment options & allowing them to be tailored to the individual. She creates a safe and compassionate space where clients feel they are a person beyond their symptoms.
Experiential therapy can help you get back to a calm, confident self, sooner. I am a lived experience and neurodivergent therapist, trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Coherence Therapy and training in EMDR. These approaches engage the brain's natural memory reconsolidation process, which allows for transformation of traumatic memories to alleviate the distress that comes with them, such as anxiety, people-pleasing patterns, physical tension, self-sabotage, and depression. These aha! moments in experiential therapy can help us develop a new relationship with ourselves and profoundly shift our old reaction patterns.
Experiential therapy can help you get back to a calm, confident self, sooner. I am a lived experience and neurodivergent therapist, trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Coherence Therapy and training in EMDR. These approaches engage the brain's natural memory reconsolidation process, which allows for transformation of traumatic memories to alleviate the distress that comes with them, such as anxiety, people-pleasing patterns, physical tension, self-sabotage, and depression. These aha! moments in experiential therapy can help us develop a new relationship with ourselves and profoundly shift our old reaction patterns.
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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.