Self Esteem Therapists in 40508
Jonathan R Mitchell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC, CCTP II
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508
Are you feeling stuck? As if things will never change or as if you’re reliving some painful experience from your past? Are you constantly depressed or anxious? If so, or if you have witnessed or experienced physical or emotional trauma, I can help you improve your life. I am a Master Accelerated Resolution Therapy practitioner, which is an evidenced based therapy that is currently being used by our US military to treat trauma. I specialize in working with those with anxiety, low self-esteem, addictions, and depression. I offer a free 15 minute consultation call if you have any questions.
Are you feeling stuck? As if things will never change or as if you’re reliving some painful experience from your past? Are you constantly depressed or anxious? If so, or if you have witnessed or experienced physical or emotional trauma, I can help you improve your life. I am a Master Accelerated Resolution Therapy practitioner, which is an evidenced based therapy that is currently being used by our US military to treat trauma. I specialize in working with those with anxiety, low self-esteem, addictions, and depression. I offer a free 15 minute consultation call if you have any questions.
Julianne Sutter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40508
As a therapist who cares about her clients and their struggles, my goal is to help you achieve a fulfilling life while effectively handling any pain or suffering you may be experiencing. My method of therapy, called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, is an empirically supported approach that has been "astoundingly effective" with improving a wide range of problems, including depression, relationship issues, family conflict, poor self-worth, and stress at work.
As a therapist who cares about her clients and their struggles, my goal is to help you achieve a fulfilling life while effectively handling any pain or suffering you may be experiencing. My method of therapy, called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, is an empirically supported approach that has been "astoundingly effective" with improving a wide range of problems, including depression, relationship issues, family conflict, poor self-worth, and stress at work.
Ivy Livengood
Master Social Worker, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508
I'm committed to helping individuals learn how to build healthier relationships with themselves and with others. Our unconscious and conscious behaviors impact our relationships, the way we interact with others, and how we exist in the world. My strength lies in fostering a safe space that encourages self awareness of behaviors through exploration and curiosity.
I'm committed to helping individuals learn how to build healthier relationships with themselves and with others. Our unconscious and conscious behaviors impact our relationships, the way we interact with others, and how we exist in the world. My strength lies in fostering a safe space that encourages self awareness of behaviors through exploration and curiosity.
Dr. Dominique' L. Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S, MAC, CCCE, CFMHE
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40508
Hi, I am Dr. D! Thanks for visiting my profile. Why should you consider receiving counseling services with me? Well, I believe in accepting people as they are and assisting them with becoming a better them! You can expect to be treated with respect and great care during our counseling partnership. My goal is to establish a connection with my clients to create a life-coping tool box that will strengthen them when feeling depressed, anxious, lonely, abandoned, taken for granted, rejected, and other common problems we may experience as humans in order to help them with creating a New Life! We will be a team working together.
Hi, I am Dr. D! Thanks for visiting my profile. Why should you consider receiving counseling services with me? Well, I believe in accepting people as they are and assisting them with becoming a better them! You can expect to be treated with respect and great care during our counseling partnership. My goal is to establish a connection with my clients to create a life-coping tool box that will strengthen them when feeling depressed, anxious, lonely, abandoned, taken for granted, rejected, and other common problems we may experience as humans in order to help them with creating a New Life! We will be a team working together.
Marcia L Hopkins Ph.d.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40508
As children we create beliefs about ourselves and the world around us that are a result of our interactions with our environment, our heredity and, our relationships with others. Everyday we reinforce those beliefs by our assumptions and our interpretation of events, even though those beliefs may no longer be accurate, may cause us pain, and may negatively impact our ability to function at optimum potential. Counseling and hypnotherapy facilitate awareness, change, empowerment and growth.
As children we create beliefs about ourselves and the world around us that are a result of our interactions with our environment, our heredity and, our relationships with others. Everyday we reinforce those beliefs by our assumptions and our interpretation of events, even though those beliefs may no longer be accurate, may cause us pain, and may negatively impact our ability to function at optimum potential. Counseling and hypnotherapy facilitate awareness, change, empowerment and growth.
Ellen Livengood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508
I want to help you make meaningful and lasting changes in order to improve your quality of life. I enjoy working with adults who seek to deeper understand themselves and wish to gain increased self awareness. I also enjoy treating other therapists!
I want to help you make meaningful and lasting changes in order to improve your quality of life. I enjoy working with adults who seek to deeper understand themselves and wish to gain increased self awareness. I also enjoy treating other therapists!
Dr. Rae Lyn Glover
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am so glad you're here. I understand that while you may be suffering, you are also surviving in the best way that you know how. You have an untapped reservoir of strength and wisdom inside you. By honoring your inherent capacity for healing and growth, I will help guide you on your journey to reach your fullest potential.
Welcome! I am so glad you're here. I understand that while you may be suffering, you are also surviving in the best way that you know how. You have an untapped reservoir of strength and wisdom inside you. By honoring your inherent capacity for healing and growth, I will help guide you on your journey to reach your fullest potential.
Luke Buckman, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40508
I work with children, adolescents and adults, in varying degrees of distress. Many clients enter their therapeutic relationship with presenting problems which may include depression, anxiety, dysfunction in a primary relationship, or grief and loss. Others present addiction and codependency patterns that cause chronic difficulties with maintaining healthy relationships. Some suffer trauma that remains buried and entangled deep within. All are seeking a new path out of their suffering and into an enlightened experienced of themselves and the world. Together we will seek that fresh perspective, allowing old wounds to heal and creating space for a renewed vision of hope.
I work with children, adolescents and adults, in varying degrees of distress. Many clients enter their therapeutic relationship with presenting problems which may include depression, anxiety, dysfunction in a primary relationship, or grief and loss. Others present addiction and codependency patterns that cause chronic difficulties with maintaining healthy relationships. Some suffer trauma that remains buried and entangled deep within. All are seeking a new path out of their suffering and into an enlightened experienced of themselves and the world. Together we will seek that fresh perspective, allowing old wounds to heal and creating space for a renewed vision of hope.
David B Kent
Counselor, LPCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508
You're the person who is most critical of you. You want to take a break, but you're afraid of what will happen if you do. When you're resting, you think you should be working more. When you get stuck on a project, you feel like a failure. You want to feel appreciated, but you can't accept people's compliments. You are wrecked by people's disappointment in you. You feel like you are an impostor at your job, with your friends, maybe your family, too. You're driven by a steady level of anxiety and fear of failure. You could really use some clarity, peace, and quiet.
You're the person who is most critical of you. You want to take a break, but you're afraid of what will happen if you do. When you're resting, you think you should be working more. When you get stuck on a project, you feel like a failure. You want to feel appreciated, but you can't accept people's compliments. You are wrecked by people's disappointment in you. You feel like you are an impostor at your job, with your friends, maybe your family, too. You're driven by a steady level of anxiety and fear of failure. You could really use some clarity, peace, and quiet.
Tricia Hite - Formerly Isenstein (She Her)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, CTP
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40508
Living authentically and compassionately leads to inner peace. Trauma and distress can cause a plethora of confusing responses, making that peace seem unobtainable. Each person brings their own worldview, experiences, strengths and clues to unburdening oneself from the overwhelm. Healing and moving forward can seem daunting. Therapy transforms the mind-body system, leading to increased self-energy and clarity. Now also offering training for schools and organizations on becoming trauma-informed!
Living authentically and compassionately leads to inner peace. Trauma and distress can cause a plethora of confusing responses, making that peace seem unobtainable. Each person brings their own worldview, experiences, strengths and clues to unburdening oneself from the overwhelm. Healing and moving forward can seem daunting. Therapy transforms the mind-body system, leading to increased self-energy and clarity. Now also offering training for schools and organizations on becoming trauma-informed!
Erin Salomon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508
Do you struggle with overthinking, self-doubt, or have difficulty relaxing? Perhaps you are able to maintain a calm façade, but inside you worry something bad is going to happen or that people will think badly of you. Chronic stress and worry can come at the cost of your overall well-being. Please know you are not alone. No matter what your personal struggles, I offer a safe and compassionate environment that encourages positive change.
Do you struggle with overthinking, self-doubt, or have difficulty relaxing? Perhaps you are able to maintain a calm façade, but inside you worry something bad is going to happen or that people will think badly of you. Chronic stress and worry can come at the cost of your overall well-being. Please know you are not alone. No matter what your personal struggles, I offer a safe and compassionate environment that encourages positive change.
Tracey Werner-Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40508
Individuals who call me say they are exhausted, discouraged, and dissatisfied with life. Old thoughts and behaviors continue to negatively impact who they are, what they want to accomplish, and their relationships. They have lost the meaning and magic of life. Couples who call me say they've drifted apart, feel more like roommates, and affection has stopped. Ineffective patterns of communication prevent them from reaching to each other. The magic in their relationship has died and the dance has ended. Healthy relationships, whether with yourself or others, are key to a happy, satisfying, life and keeping the magic going.
Individuals who call me say they are exhausted, discouraged, and dissatisfied with life. Old thoughts and behaviors continue to negatively impact who they are, what they want to accomplish, and their relationships. They have lost the meaning and magic of life. Couples who call me say they've drifted apart, feel more like roommates, and affection has stopped. Ineffective patterns of communication prevent them from reaching to each other. The magic in their relationship has died and the dance has ended. Healthy relationships, whether with yourself or others, are key to a happy, satisfying, life and keeping the magic going.
Kelsi Helterbrand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40508 (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a LCSW specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns and general mental health. While I specialize in working with people struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns, I also work with people seeking treatment for non-eating related issues such as depression, anxiety, and more. As a therapist I am compassionate and supportive, yet direct and result oriented. I will work with you to build on your strengths and achieve your goals.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am a LCSW specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns and general mental health. While I specialize in working with people struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns, I also work with people seeking treatment for non-eating related issues such as depression, anxiety, and more. As a therapist I am compassionate and supportive, yet direct and result oriented. I will work with you to build on your strengths and achieve your goals.
Alice Elizabeth Walker
EdD, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40508
Life can be stressful, but when you are confronted with major change, loss or trauma the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming. Therapy can help support, guide and heal current and past events, heal depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, abuse, as well as change patterns that continue to prevent relationship, social and professional goals from being met.
Life can be stressful, but when you are confronted with major change, loss or trauma the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming. Therapy can help support, guide and heal current and past events, heal depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, abuse, as well as change patterns that continue to prevent relationship, social and professional goals from being met.
Abigail Charin Ford
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508
Perhaps you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disappointed, or like life is just passing you by. Maybe your relationships feel dry and you're having trouble connecting with your loved ones. You might think to yourself, "That's it. I don't want to continue living like this. I want better for myself. I want to enjoy life again." Congratulations to you for embracing this first step toward change. You are brave for this, and I know we can continue to take steps forward together.
Perhaps you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disappointed, or like life is just passing you by. Maybe your relationships feel dry and you're having trouble connecting with your loved ones. You might think to yourself, "That's it. I don't want to continue living like this. I want better for myself. I want to enjoy life again." Congratulations to you for embracing this first step toward change. You are brave for this, and I know we can continue to take steps forward together.
Britt Alexander Coyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508
There never seems to be the right time to work on yourself but the baggage seems to be getting heavier every day. You feel yourself struggling to maintain what is while desperately getting back to what once was for yourself and your family. The feelings of loneliness and sadness follow you no matter what is going on in your life and it is draining you. Everyone around you depends on you to keep going but it's so difficult to imagine living like this another day.
There never seems to be the right time to work on yourself but the baggage seems to be getting heavier every day. You feel yourself struggling to maintain what is while desperately getting back to what once was for yourself and your family. The feelings of loneliness and sadness follow you no matter what is going on in your life and it is draining you. Everyone around you depends on you to keep going but it's so difficult to imagine living like this another day.
Ann Kearney-Cooke
Psychologist, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Lexington, KY 40508
The Time To Change Is Now! The recent health crisis has been a shake-up for all of us. Learn to embrace these life transitions with ease and joy! Our neuroscience-based wellness coaching programs will help you go from surviving to thriving. If you want to learn practices based on the latest findings in neuroscience that can help you develop physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being, I have a toolbox of skills to help your unique situation.
The Time To Change Is Now! The recent health crisis has been a shake-up for all of us. Learn to embrace these life transitions with ease and joy! Our neuroscience-based wellness coaching programs will help you go from surviving to thriving. If you want to learn practices based on the latest findings in neuroscience that can help you develop physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being, I have a toolbox of skills to help your unique situation.
Benjamin Newsome
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, EdS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40508
It is the case that life is rarely as we expect it to be and may seem more difficult and confusing than we can bear alone. You may expend a tremendous amount of energy holding it together or trying to maintain the appearance of perfection leaving you feeling depleted and unfulfilled. My hope is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you to help sort out your emotions, enhance your relationships, understand yourself, achieve goals, and facilitate healing.
It is the case that life is rarely as we expect it to be and may seem more difficult and confusing than we can bear alone. You may expend a tremendous amount of energy holding it together or trying to maintain the appearance of perfection leaving you feeling depleted and unfulfilled. My hope is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you to help sort out your emotions, enhance your relationships, understand yourself, achieve goals, and facilitate healing.
Janet Vessels
PhD, LPCC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508
Do you feel you are hanging onto the knot at the end of your rope with your own life? Are trauma memories or a single event or a "pile up" of bad experiences overwhelm you when you least expect it? You want a counselor/therapist who offers in person or virtual sessions at convenient day, evening, and weekend hours. You want someone who can collaboratively help you address issues/needs/trauma memories. If you want trauma therapy specialist in the area? Call or email now for more information.
Do you feel you are hanging onto the knot at the end of your rope with your own life? Are trauma memories or a single event or a "pile up" of bad experiences overwhelm you when you least expect it? You want a counselor/therapist who offers in person or virtual sessions at convenient day, evening, and weekend hours. You want someone who can collaboratively help you address issues/needs/trauma memories. If you want trauma therapy specialist in the area? Call or email now for more information.
Kristina Peterson
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40508 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Telehealth only practice; Can see clients located in KY & IN! Experiences from our past can lead to painful feelings and unhealthy patterns that we get "stuck" in. If you've been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or lost - having someone to support and challenge you can be helpful in getting "unstuck." My role as a therapist is to support, empower, challenge, and provide space for reflection for you to heal and connect with your authentic self. I value the relationships I build with my clients that allows for this challenging growth and empowerment to happen.
Telehealth only practice; Can see clients located in KY & IN! Experiences from our past can lead to painful feelings and unhealthy patterns that we get "stuck" in. If you've been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or lost - having someone to support and challenge you can be helpful in getting "unstuck." My role as a therapist is to support, empower, challenge, and provide space for reflection for you to heal and connect with your authentic self. I value the relationships I build with my clients that allows for this challenging growth and empowerment to happen.
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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.