Self Esteem Therapists in Halifax, NS
Navigating mental health struggles in young adulthood can often feel overwhelming and isolating. As a queer individual, my lived experiences have shaped my approach, allowing me to offer a warm, compassionate, and understanding perspective. As a counsellor, this enables me to create a non-judgmental, thoughtful space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and not alone.
Navigating mental health struggles in young adulthood can often feel overwhelming and isolating. As a queer individual, my lived experiences have shaped my approach, allowing me to offer a warm, compassionate, and understanding perspective. As a counsellor, this enables me to create a non-judgmental, thoughtful space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and not alone.
Alicia offers quality training and experience providing assessments and psychotherapy for adult clients (ages 17+ years) with a wide variety of mental health challenges, including issues with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), ADHD, self-esteem, body image, work/school stress, grief, and interpersonal relationships (e.g., relationships with romantic partners, friends, and/or family members).
Alicia offers quality training and experience providing assessments and psychotherapy for adult clients (ages 17+ years) with a wide variety of mental health challenges, including issues with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), ADHD, self-esteem, body image, work/school stress, grief, and interpersonal relationships (e.g., relationships with romantic partners, friends, and/or family members).
The complexities of human emotions can sometimes be unexpected. I employ a person-centered and non-judgmental approach to therapy, aimed at fostering confidence, equipping individuals with practical tools, and enhancing self-awareness to effectively navigate both external and internal challenges. My holistic approach emphasizes compassion, understanding, actionable skills and techniques. Counseling and healing are processes that facilitate individuals in exploring inner selves and the meanings they have assigned to their experiences. I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and support you on your healing journey.
The complexities of human emotions can sometimes be unexpected. I employ a person-centered and non-judgmental approach to therapy, aimed at fostering confidence, equipping individuals with practical tools, and enhancing self-awareness to effectively navigate both external and internal challenges. My holistic approach emphasizes compassion, understanding, actionable skills and techniques. Counseling and healing are processes that facilitate individuals in exploring inner selves and the meanings they have assigned to their experiences. I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and support you on your healing journey.
Do you feel you have been trapped into a negative way of thinking and feeling about yourself and the world you encounter due to past traumas? Have you been feeling insecure about yourself and your relationships with others? Are you struggling with creating healthy boundaries? I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta who have worked at non-profit sector for many years as a mental health clinician, offering counselling services to clients who have complex needs. I have a great passion for supporting BIPOC community. I provide services for trauma, anxiety, depression, discrimination and oppression, stress, and self-esteem issues.
Do you feel you have been trapped into a negative way of thinking and feeling about yourself and the world you encounter due to past traumas? Have you been feeling insecure about yourself and your relationships with others? Are you struggling with creating healthy boundaries? I am a Registered Psychologist in Alberta who have worked at non-profit sector for many years as a mental health clinician, offering counselling services to clients who have complex needs. I have a great passion for supporting BIPOC community. I provide services for trauma, anxiety, depression, discrimination and oppression, stress, and self-esteem issues.
Ivana Di Cosola -Risework
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
Are you struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, or life transitions? As a therapist, I support adults by combining evidence-based therapy methods with a laid-back, conversational approach. I will work with you to understand where you are at and together, at your own pace, we will find a path forward. As part of the team at Risework Therapy, our mission is to provide approachable, effective counselling to support you through life's challenges, fostering resilience and growth.
Are you struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, or life transitions? As a therapist, I support adults by combining evidence-based therapy methods with a laid-back, conversational approach. I will work with you to understand where you are at and together, at your own pace, we will find a path forward. As part of the team at Risework Therapy, our mission is to provide approachable, effective counselling to support you through life's challenges, fostering resilience and growth.
If your low self-esteem and anxiety make it difficult to navigate your relationships, I’m here to help. Maybe you struggle with negative self-talk, setting boundaries, and expressing your needs. You may feel confused and stuck, not knowing how to have the relationships you crave. Working through these challenges is my specialty, within a warm space where both laughter and tears are welcome. I love supporting folk on their journey to authenticity, contentment, and confidence, and doing so with a socially conscious approach.
If your low self-esteem and anxiety make it difficult to navigate your relationships, I’m here to help. Maybe you struggle with negative self-talk, setting boundaries, and expressing your needs. You may feel confused and stuck, not knowing how to have the relationships you crave. Working through these challenges is my specialty, within a warm space where both laughter and tears are welcome. I love supporting folk on their journey to authenticity, contentment, and confidence, and doing so with a socially conscious approach.
Joelle Munroe (Blais)
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MEd, RSW, LCT
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I provide mental health counselling for individuals aged 16 and over who are experiencing a variety of mental health issues such as trauma, grief, anxiety, and self-esteem issues. My goal is to provide compassion, understanding and support in a comfortable and laid back atmosphere. Sessions are different for every person and can include anything from talking about self care and boundaries, practicing breathing and calming techniques, to processing complex trauma - I collaborate with my clients to develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs.
I provide mental health counselling for individuals aged 16 and over who are experiencing a variety of mental health issues such as trauma, grief, anxiety, and self-esteem issues. My goal is to provide compassion, understanding and support in a comfortable and laid back atmosphere. Sessions are different for every person and can include anything from talking about self care and boundaries, practicing breathing and calming techniques, to processing complex trauma - I collaborate with my clients to develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs.
Currently accepting new clients! Do you struggle with anxiety or low self-esteem that affects your relationships and day-to-day life? Experiencing burnout or a sense of 'bleh'? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed from trying to manage on your own? Maybe you have a sense of what you'd like to be doing, thinking, and feeling, but are unsure of the steps to get there? Does it feel like life is happening 'to you' instead of 'because of you'? You are not alone! I believe you should be able to live your life deliberately - with confidence and enthusiasm!
Currently accepting new clients! Do you struggle with anxiety or low self-esteem that affects your relationships and day-to-day life? Experiencing burnout or a sense of 'bleh'? Do you feel exhausted and overwhelmed from trying to manage on your own? Maybe you have a sense of what you'd like to be doing, thinking, and feeling, but are unsure of the steps to get there? Does it feel like life is happening 'to you' instead of 'because of you'? You are not alone! I believe you should be able to live your life deliberately - with confidence and enthusiasm!
I support Millennial and Gen Z adults seeking support with anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, emotional regulation, executive functioning, communication, boundaries, and self-esteem. In my experience, therapy has provided a contained space to process distressing thoughts, work through challenging situations, address emotional wounds, celebrate wins, focus on areas of growth, develop supportive practices, and enhance resiliency to navigate the obstacles of daily life. My intention is to provide this type of intentional space for my clients, one that welcomes all their parts and unique experiences.
I support Millennial and Gen Z adults seeking support with anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, emotional regulation, executive functioning, communication, boundaries, and self-esteem. In my experience, therapy has provided a contained space to process distressing thoughts, work through challenging situations, address emotional wounds, celebrate wins, focus on areas of growth, develop supportive practices, and enhance resiliency to navigate the obstacles of daily life. My intention is to provide this type of intentional space for my clients, one that welcomes all their parts and unique experiences.
My approach is to allow you to bring your past into the present so that you can develop skills that free you to thrive in the future. I provide a safe, open and encouraging space to equip and free you to do three things: * identify automatic negative, limiting or unproductive thoughts and behaviours, and imagine a life beyond them; * move from the bondage of those thoughts and behaviours, into a freedom of intention and choice where you can live life with purpose and passion; * develop the skill to sustain this freedom on your own.
My approach is to allow you to bring your past into the present so that you can develop skills that free you to thrive in the future. I provide a safe, open and encouraging space to equip and free you to do three things: * identify automatic negative, limiting or unproductive thoughts and behaviours, and imagine a life beyond them; * move from the bondage of those thoughts and behaviours, into a freedom of intention and choice where you can live life with purpose and passion; * develop the skill to sustain this freedom on your own.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in Halifax, Nova Scotia. I work with adults (ages 18 years and older) experiencing a variety of emotional difficulties and conditions, including anxiety, depression, obsessions/compulsions, posttraumatic stress, low self-esteem, performance anxiety, perfectionism, excessive worry, and procrastination. I am happy to provide services in English or French.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in Halifax, Nova Scotia. I work with adults (ages 18 years and older) experiencing a variety of emotional difficulties and conditions, including anxiety, depression, obsessions/compulsions, posttraumatic stress, low self-esteem, performance anxiety, perfectionism, excessive worry, and procrastination. I am happy to provide services in English or French.
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Maeve MacDougall With Scotia Psychological Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3J
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, and strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My goal is to support you to make positive changes, enhance your wellbeing, and feel resilient and empowered. I work with older adolescents and adults coping with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, psychosis (including voice hearing), obsessive-compulsive disorder, attentional and focus challenges (including ADHD), attachment challenges, chronic health issues, grief, loss, adjustment to major life transitions, daily stressors and relationship issues.
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, and strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My goal is to support you to make positive changes, enhance your wellbeing, and feel resilient and empowered. I work with older adolescents and adults coping with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, psychosis (including voice hearing), obsessive-compulsive disorder, attentional and focus challenges (including ADHD), attachment challenges, chronic health issues, grief, loss, adjustment to major life transitions, daily stressors and relationship issues.
Getting through this thing called life can be difficult for anyone. At times, it feels like there's nowhere for us to slow down and sort through the noise of the day. A moment to breathe, and just maybe, let our shoulders drop, as we find our way back into our body. Maybe you're in need of that kind of space. I am a white, cisgender, queer man, and social worker. I work from a relational and anti-oppressive perspective that is influenced by my own life experiences and my years of working with clients.
Getting through this thing called life can be difficult for anyone. At times, it feels like there's nowhere for us to slow down and sort through the noise of the day. A moment to breathe, and just maybe, let our shoulders drop, as we find our way back into our body. Maybe you're in need of that kind of space. I am a white, cisgender, queer man, and social worker. I work from a relational and anti-oppressive perspective that is influenced by my own life experiences and my years of working with clients.
Navigating relationships with ourselves, others, and the world is difficult on a good day, and it is my belief that symptoms of depression, anxiety and trauma warrant as much attention and care as any physical ailment. I offer both art and talk therapy, and work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I integrate complementary methodologies to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client, and provide a warm environment where your unique strengths and values will be honoured as we explore areas of difficulty and work towards your goals together.
Navigating relationships with ourselves, others, and the world is difficult on a good day, and it is my belief that symptoms of depression, anxiety and trauma warrant as much attention and care as any physical ailment. I offer both art and talk therapy, and work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. I integrate complementary methodologies to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client, and provide a warm environment where your unique strengths and values will be honoured as we explore areas of difficulty and work towards your goals together.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, food avoidances and difficulties eating) and body image concerns (body dysmorphic disorder, poor body image). I also work with adults who experience: anxiety (panic disorder, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety disorder, excessive worry/generalized anxiety disorder); depression; posttraumatic stress disorder, as well as other psychological conditions and concerns (e.g., emotional difficulties, perfectionism, procrastination and low self-esteem).
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders (bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, food avoidances and difficulties eating) and body image concerns (body dysmorphic disorder, poor body image). I also work with adults who experience: anxiety (panic disorder, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety disorder, excessive worry/generalized anxiety disorder); depression; posttraumatic stress disorder, as well as other psychological conditions and concerns (e.g., emotional difficulties, perfectionism, procrastination and low self-esteem).
Some common reasons for referrals to my practice include sports performance, anxiety, school avoidance, self-esteem and anger-management. My goal is for you to feel supported and heard, I am committed to helping you address any challenges you maybe experiencing.
Some common reasons for referrals to my practice include sports performance, anxiety, school avoidance, self-esteem and anger-management. My goal is for you to feel supported and heard, I am committed to helping you address any challenges you maybe experiencing.
Olivia Souaid
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSc
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3K
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward in their life or relationships. They might be experiencing anxiety, depression, or challenges related to self-esteem, or they could be navigating relationship difficulties with their partner or family. This client could also be dealing with identity issues, including exploring their gender or sexual orientation, and might feel isolated or misunderstood as they seek to live more authentically. They are seeking clarity and direction, hoping to reconnect with their values and take actionable steps toward a more fulfilling life.
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward in their life or relationships. They might be experiencing anxiety, depression, or challenges related to self-esteem, or they could be navigating relationship difficulties with their partner or family. This client could also be dealing with identity issues, including exploring their gender or sexual orientation, and might feel isolated or misunderstood as they seek to live more authentically. They are seeking clarity and direction, hoping to reconnect with their values and take actionable steps toward a more fulfilling life.
In the words of a wise 90's pop singer, "Everybody hurts, sometimes," and so often, we cannot control the difficulties that come our way. When suffering shows up (for example, depressed mood, anxiety, self-esteem or relationship problems), we can develop unhelpful coping strategies, behaviours, or symptoms that further complicate our lives and drain us of joy, energy, and serenity. However, I believe we are all born with an innate ability to heal, grow, and thrive in the face of adversity, and my goal is to help my clients activate this ability.
In the words of a wise 90's pop singer, "Everybody hurts, sometimes," and so often, we cannot control the difficulties that come our way. When suffering shows up (for example, depressed mood, anxiety, self-esteem or relationship problems), we can develop unhelpful coping strategies, behaviours, or symptoms that further complicate our lives and drain us of joy, energy, and serenity. However, I believe we are all born with an innate ability to heal, grow, and thrive in the face of adversity, and my goal is to help my clients activate this ability.
Life Builder Counselling Services is passionate about integrating beliefs, professional knowledge and skills, and rich life experiences to support those in need, enabling them to face life's challenges. During treatment, I focused on issues of relationships, self-esteem, and emotional disturbances. I am committed to walking side by side with clients with respect, empathy, kindness, and passion, enabling them to explore the challenges they face with peace of mind. I am helping clients deal with self-esteem, grief and loss, childhood, parenting, relationship and spiritual issues.
Life Builder Counselling Services is passionate about integrating beliefs, professional knowledge and skills, and rich life experiences to support those in need, enabling them to face life's challenges. During treatment, I focused on issues of relationships, self-esteem, and emotional disturbances. I am committed to walking side by side with clients with respect, empathy, kindness, and passion, enabling them to explore the challenges they face with peace of mind. I am helping clients deal with self-esteem, grief and loss, childhood, parenting, relationship and spiritual issues.
Life can present us with significant challenges, particularly when we become entrenched in negative patterns. However, I want to emphasize that we can address these challenges collaboratively, and I am committed to providing support throughout this process. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, feeling low, undergoing a life transition, navigating relationships, exploring your identity, building self-esteem, or seeking motivation, I am here to assist you. Together, we can not only address the symptoms you may be facing but also clarify your goals and aspirations. This approach will enable you to engage more positively in your life.
Life can present us with significant challenges, particularly when we become entrenched in negative patterns. However, I want to emphasize that we can address these challenges collaboratively, and I am committed to providing support throughout this process. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, feeling low, undergoing a life transition, navigating relationships, exploring your identity, building self-esteem, or seeking motivation, I am here to assist you. Together, we can not only address the symptoms you may be facing but also clarify your goals and aspirations. This approach will enable you to engage more positively in your life.
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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.