Self Esteem Counselling in Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
Claudia Allison Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Brunswick, VIC 3056
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist who works from a wholistic, trauma-informed, social justice framework. I believe that each client is unique and individual and I use a client-centred approach. It is important that you feel empowered and in control of the sessions which means that we will work together to find out what works for you and your needs. Areas I am particularly interested in are self-esteem and self-growth, trauma healing, managing anxiety and gender and sexuality exploration.
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist who works from a wholistic, trauma-informed, social justice framework. I believe that each client is unique and individual and I use a client-centred approach. It is important that you feel empowered and in control of the sessions which means that we will work together to find out what works for you and your needs. Areas I am particularly interested in are self-esteem and self-growth, trauma healing, managing anxiety and gender and sexuality exploration.
Whether the problem that has brought you here is something recent, or has been an issue for a long time, I'd like to provide an opportunity for you to feel comfortable to understand your experience more clearly. Perhaps it has been quite difficult to know exactly what help you need, so we will work that out at your pace and build your confidence and emotional capacity to make the positive change that you're after. My nine years experience has included helping people with depression, anxiety, family and relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma and addictions.
Whether the problem that has brought you here is something recent, or has been an issue for a long time, I'd like to provide an opportunity for you to feel comfortable to understand your experience more clearly. Perhaps it has been quite difficult to know exactly what help you need, so we will work that out at your pace and build your confidence and emotional capacity to make the positive change that you're after. My nine years experience has included helping people with depression, anxiety, family and relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma and addictions.
I am an ACA Registered Counsellor and Wellbeing Coach from Cheltenham, Bayside, providing an inside-out, holistic approach to your healing, growth and wellbeing journey. I support you to mindfully move through life changes, anxiety and self-doubt, creating a more conscious relationship with yourself, your life, and your habits. Working together means learning to become your own safe space and biggest supporter, and embodying a more secure, balanced and regulated state of being.
I am an ACA Registered Counsellor and Wellbeing Coach from Cheltenham, Bayside, providing an inside-out, holistic approach to your healing, growth and wellbeing journey. I support you to mindfully move through life changes, anxiety and self-doubt, creating a more conscious relationship with yourself, your life, and your habits. Working together means learning to become your own safe space and biggest supporter, and embodying a more secure, balanced and regulated state of being.
I'm Lauren (she/her), a registered art therapist who works with diverse communities using art to explore, express connect and heal. I work with all ages - children to adults - and have a special interest in disabilities, and folk experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, and low self-esteem.
I'm Lauren (she/her), a registered art therapist who works with diverse communities using art to explore, express connect and heal. I work with all ages - children to adults - and have a special interest in disabilities, and folk experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, and low self-esteem.
We have all been in situations that we wish were different. We want someone who listens respectfully, to support and encourage us to get through this situation stronger and to be proud of who we are. It can be reassuring to work with a professional therapist to help clarify our thoughts, who will provide tools to manage concerns and assist in putting a life plan in to action.
We have all been in situations that we wish were different. We want someone who listens respectfully, to support and encourage us to get through this situation stronger and to be proud of who we are. It can be reassuring to work with a professional therapist to help clarify our thoughts, who will provide tools to manage concerns and assist in putting a life plan in to action.
Hi! I'm a psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to achieve lasting change and growth. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and supportive, providing a space for you to explore and experience whatever has been unmanageable alone. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, dealing with grief or loss, wanting to make positive changes, or discover your strengths, I will work collaboratively with you. I take an integrative approach, and care about every facet of your wellbeing. Nothing is irrelevant, and nothing is too silly or strange to express.
Hi! I'm a psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to achieve lasting change and growth. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and supportive, providing a space for you to explore and experience whatever has been unmanageable alone. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, dealing with grief or loss, wanting to make positive changes, or discover your strengths, I will work collaboratively with you. I take an integrative approach, and care about every facet of your wellbeing. Nothing is irrelevant, and nothing is too silly or strange to express.
As a trauma informed counsellor, I support clients with making sense of how they feel, particularly when they are experiencing hardships, whether currently or previously. You might feel stuck with how you feel about yourself, within family or relationships, managing a challenging work-life balance, or even trying to move forward after trauma or a loss. If you’re looking for a safe, non-judgemental, and supportive space to heal, where you can strengthen your self-esteem and feel empowered, I’m here to help guide you through those next steps. This is in encouraging you to find meaning, purpose, and fulfilment.
As a trauma informed counsellor, I support clients with making sense of how they feel, particularly when they are experiencing hardships, whether currently or previously. You might feel stuck with how you feel about yourself, within family or relationships, managing a challenging work-life balance, or even trying to move forward after trauma or a loss. If you’re looking for a safe, non-judgemental, and supportive space to heal, where you can strengthen your self-esteem and feel empowered, I’m here to help guide you through those next steps. This is in encouraging you to find meaning, purpose, and fulfilment.
Hi I'm Mark, a counsellor who works with people dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship stress and traumas. Together we can begin to look for the gems in your character that can be the beginning of your recovery. Enhanced self-esteem and better relationships, ultimately leads to better life outcomes.
Hi I'm Mark, a counsellor who works with people dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship stress and traumas. Together we can begin to look for the gems in your character that can be the beginning of your recovery. Enhanced self-esteem and better relationships, ultimately leads to better life outcomes.
With experience working across the lifespan in both private practice and hospital settings, Olivia has provided psychological support to children, adolescents, and adults facing a wide range of mental health concerns.
With experience working across the lifespan in both private practice and hospital settings, Olivia has provided psychological support to children, adolescents, and adults facing a wide range of mental health concerns.
I am a level 3 ACA registered Counsellor and I work closely with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, traumatic stress, self-esteem issues and other life transitions.
I am a level 3 ACA registered Counsellor and I work closely with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, traumatic stress, self-esteem issues and other life transitions.
The clients that I work with range from issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, stress, attachment, anger, self esteem, relationship issues, body image, self development, increased self awareness, self confidence, conflict and life purpose.
I am a registered Psychotherapist with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and have taught embodied therapeutic practice at Esalen Institute and throughout Australia and the United States for the past 6 years. My therapeutic approach draws on evidence-based practices such as Attachment Theory, Gestalt Therapy, Body-Oriented Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Mindfulness-based practice. Therapy with me is always grounded in a person-centred approach that sees you as a whole-person and I always work collaboratively with clients to create a therapy that is bespoke to your needs.
The clients that I work with range from issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, stress, attachment, anger, self esteem, relationship issues, body image, self development, increased self awareness, self confidence, conflict and life purpose.
I am a registered Psychotherapist with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and have taught embodied therapeutic practice at Esalen Institute and throughout Australia and the United States for the past 6 years. My therapeutic approach draws on evidence-based practices such as Attachment Theory, Gestalt Therapy, Body-Oriented Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Mindfulness-based practice. Therapy with me is always grounded in a person-centred approach that sees you as a whole-person and I always work collaboratively with clients to create a therapy that is bespoke to your needs.
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I am a relationship-focused therapist specialising in mid-to-later life stages. I help couples and individuals whose relationships or marriages feel unfulfilling due to betrayal, breakups, narcissism & grandiosity, low self-esteem, parenting, ageing parents, career shifts, retirement, or physical changes. If you're feeling drained, disconnected, or uncertain, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to so you can navigate this transition with clarity and purpose.
I am a relationship-focused therapist specialising in mid-to-later life stages. I help couples and individuals whose relationships or marriages feel unfulfilling due to betrayal, breakups, narcissism & grandiosity, low self-esteem, parenting, ageing parents, career shifts, retirement, or physical changes. If you're feeling drained, disconnected, or uncertain, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to so you can navigate this transition with clarity and purpose.
Welcome. I offer services to both children and adults. I have a background working in private practice, and educational and forensic settings (though forensics is not my interest). I provide support for a broad range of issues such as reduced self-esteem, relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, separation/divorce, learning difficulties and parenting. I commonly work with clients diagnosed with Autism/Aspergers and ADHD. I particularly enjoy working with people who are experiencing anxiety, and those requiring support in healing from childhood relational wounds, and parenting.
Welcome. I offer services to both children and adults. I have a background working in private practice, and educational and forensic settings (though forensics is not my interest). I provide support for a broad range of issues such as reduced self-esteem, relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, separation/divorce, learning difficulties and parenting. I commonly work with clients diagnosed with Autism/Aspergers and ADHD. I particularly enjoy working with people who are experiencing anxiety, and those requiring support in healing from childhood relational wounds, and parenting.
I work with a range of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, OCD, panic disorders, drug and alcohol concerns, relationship issues including family, partners and friends, low- self esteem, behavioural challenges, school refusal, stress and self-harm.
Hey, I’m Emily! I’m an experienced and person-centred psychologist offering face to face or online therapeutic support to teens and young adults (ages 13-30). I understand that reaching out is not easy, that is why I have created a safe space where we can work on your thoughts and emotions freely. I draw from evidence-based interventions including person-centred therapy, CBT, ACT, DBT and narrative therapy.
I work with a range of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, OCD, panic disorders, drug and alcohol concerns, relationship issues including family, partners and friends, low- self esteem, behavioural challenges, school refusal, stress and self-harm.
Hey, I’m Emily! I’m an experienced and person-centred psychologist offering face to face or online therapeutic support to teens and young adults (ages 13-30). I understand that reaching out is not easy, that is why I have created a safe space where we can work on your thoughts and emotions freely. I draw from evidence-based interventions including person-centred therapy, CBT, ACT, DBT and narrative therapy.
My experience and strengths include supporting people heal from trauma, including childhood abuse and neglect, fractured family bonds as well as adult sexual assault. I support people who experience depression, anxiety and low self-esteem and confidence. I also support couple's reduce conflict, increase their ability to hold their own and their partners' emotions, strengthen emotional security in each other, (especially after infidelity) and help them reignite sexual intimacy.
My experience and strengths include supporting people heal from trauma, including childhood abuse and neglect, fractured family bonds as well as adult sexual assault. I support people who experience depression, anxiety and low self-esteem and confidence. I also support couple's reduce conflict, increase their ability to hold their own and their partners' emotions, strengthen emotional security in each other, (especially after infidelity) and help them reignite sexual intimacy.
Sherridan is a Gestalt therapist and EMDR therapist, her personal style as a therapist is attentive, compassionate, and supportive. You will experience being listened to and responded to with curiosity and authenticity. She provides a safe and welcoming space for you to explore your deepest concerns. Sherridan supports individuals and couples on journeys of self-discovery through understanding vital areas of their lives, including emotional development, identity, responses to the world, awareness, process of enquiry, living skills, and capacity for self-responsibility.
Sherridan is a Gestalt therapist and EMDR therapist, her personal style as a therapist is attentive, compassionate, and supportive. You will experience being listened to and responded to with curiosity and authenticity. She provides a safe and welcoming space for you to explore your deepest concerns. Sherridan supports individuals and couples on journeys of self-discovery through understanding vital areas of their lives, including emotional development, identity, responses to the world, awareness, process of enquiry, living skills, and capacity for self-responsibility.
Jesse is a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and Clinical Psychology Registrar. Jesse has several years of experience across public and private mental health settings, as well as teaching university-level psychology subjects at The University of Melbourne and Victoria University. Jesse helps clients uncover and address unconscious emotional patterns that may perpetuate presenting symptoms. By focusing on the connection between emotions and the body, Jesse works to help you become more aware of how these unresolved feelings may contribute to your struggles.
Jesse is a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and Clinical Psychology Registrar. Jesse has several years of experience across public and private mental health settings, as well as teaching university-level psychology subjects at The University of Melbourne and Victoria University. Jesse helps clients uncover and address unconscious emotional patterns that may perpetuate presenting symptoms. By focusing on the connection between emotions and the body, Jesse works to help you become more aware of how these unresolved feelings may contribute to your struggles.
Suzi Mitkovski - Sense Of Self Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Essendon North, VIC 3041
If someone is struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, life transitions, or other challenges, working together to tackle these difficulties can help them meet their needs and achieve their goals. I provide a safe space where one can explore their thoughts, emotions and concerns. At the core of my mission is a belief in the inherent strength and potential for growth within each individual. I aim to facilitate positive change, promote self-discovery, and enhance overall well-being, empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and confidence.
If someone is struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, life transitions, or other challenges, working together to tackle these difficulties can help them meet their needs and achieve their goals. I provide a safe space where one can explore their thoughts, emotions and concerns. At the core of my mission is a belief in the inherent strength and potential for growth within each individual. I aim to facilitate positive change, promote self-discovery, and enhance overall well-being, empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and confidence.
I have counselled clients in areas such as anxiety, depression, low - self esteem, loss of direction and family conflict and more.
My counselling practice is underpinned by evidence-based psychology theories and principles drawn from positive psychology, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) solution-focused therapy (SFT) and person-centred therapy. I take a future-focused and goal-directed approach which identifies strengths and restores confidence and ability to flourish.
I have counselled clients in areas such as anxiety, depression, low - self esteem, loss of direction and family conflict and more.
My counselling practice is underpinned by evidence-based psychology theories and principles drawn from positive psychology, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) solution-focused therapy (SFT) and person-centred therapy. I take a future-focused and goal-directed approach which identifies strengths and restores confidence and ability to flourish.
I work with children and young people who are struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, social interaction, or have difficulties maintaining focus. I also work with adults who are experiencing low mood, anxiety, stress and burnout, or going through situational crisis. Art therapy enables individuals to unpack and express their feelings through creativity and interaction with art materials. Benefits of art therapy include improving mood, reducing stress, enabling self-expression, facilitating identity exploration, increasing self-esteem and developing self-awareness and insights.
I work with children and young people who are struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, social interaction, or have difficulties maintaining focus. I also work with adults who are experiencing low mood, anxiety, stress and burnout, or going through situational crisis. Art therapy enables individuals to unpack and express their feelings through creativity and interaction with art materials. Benefits of art therapy include improving mood, reducing stress, enabling self-expression, facilitating identity exploration, increasing self-esteem and developing self-awareness and insights.
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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.