Self Esteem Therapists in East Lyme, CT

Tracy Colsen-Schaperow
Psychologist, PsyD
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
With over 20 years of experience, have successfully treated people with low self-esteem, assertiveness/boundary difficulties, loss/grief, guilt, eating disorders, emotional eating, binge-eating, arfid, anxie ty, life transitions, , obsessive thinking, relationship struggles, "quarter-life crisis," and depression.
I have over 25 years of experience. TI am certified to practice telehealth in 32 additional states. So if you relocate, we may be able to continue our work together.
With over 20 years of experience, have successfully treated people with low self-esteem, assertiveness/boundary difficulties, loss/grief, guilt, eating disorders, emotional eating, binge-eating, arfid, anxie ty, life transitions, , obsessive thinking, relationship struggles, "quarter-life crisis," and depression.
I have over 25 years of experience. TI am certified to practice telehealth in 32 additional states. So if you relocate, we may be able to continue our work together.
(860) 552-6388 View (860) 552-6388
Patricia Healy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Examples of issues addressed include relationship problems, parenting difficulties, depression, anxiety, codependency, self-esteem, and identity clarification.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who employs a family systems theoretical perspective in doing counseling with adults, adolescents, and children. Depending upon the particular client, I will conduct individual, couple/marital, or family sessions to help individuals gain insight into the dynamics of his or her family of origin. This approach includes an examination of the manner in which these behavior patterns are currently influencing the client's relationships with dating partners, spouses, children, in-laws, friends, co-workers, supervisors, employers, and other significant individuals in the client's life.
Examples of issues addressed include relationship problems, parenting difficulties, depression, anxiety, codependency, self-esteem, and identity clarification.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who employs a family systems theoretical perspective in doing counseling with adults, adolescents, and children. Depending upon the particular client, I will conduct individual, couple/marital, or family sessions to help individuals gain insight into the dynamics of his or her family of origin. This approach includes an examination of the manner in which these behavior patterns are currently influencing the client's relationships with dating partners, spouses, children, in-laws, friends, co-workers, supervisors, employers, and other significant individuals in the client's life.
(860) 631-4209 View (860) 631-4209
Julia Ressler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
East Lyme, CT 06333
Do you suffer from depression, bipolar, anxiety, chronic stress, or other problems that may be holding you back from reaching your potential? Do you wish you were more productive, healthier, and happier? Are there days when you just can't get out of bed or feel like the world is working against you - or perhaps you feel you are working against yourself? Do you often wish you could wake up and feel more positive about the day ahead instead of feeling anxious, insecure, frightened or hopeless? Do you need someone to hold you accountable, motivate you, and teach and offer you skills to overcome these struggles?
Do you suffer from depression, bipolar, anxiety, chronic stress, or other problems that may be holding you back from reaching your potential? Do you wish you were more productive, healthier, and happier? Are there days when you just can't get out of bed or feel like the world is working against you - or perhaps you feel you are working against yourself? Do you often wish you could wake up and feel more positive about the day ahead instead of feeling anxious, insecure, frightened or hopeless? Do you need someone to hold you accountable, motivate you, and teach and offer you skills to overcome these struggles?
(203) 408-1351 View (203) 408-1351
Eileen Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
East Lyme, CT 06333
I thank you for reaching out during these challenging times. I have been in private practice for the last 19 yrs. I offer support and compassion to individuals and couples. My background is diverse - please click on my website link to the right to learn more about my education (Masters, Fairfield University); experience (both work and volunteerism); office location/hours, etc.
I thank you for reaching out during these challenging times. I have been in private practice for the last 19 yrs. I offer support and compassion to individuals and couples. My background is diverse - please click on my website link to the right to learn more about my education (Masters, Fairfield University); experience (both work and volunteerism); office location/hours, etc.
(203) 423-0287 View (203) 423-0287
TJ Butcher, MA, LPC, BCPC, CH, CSC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCPC, CH, CSC
East Lyme, CT 06333
No matter what you are suffering from or want to improve, there are ways to get your brain to function better and give you the life you deserve.
No matter what you are suffering from or want to improve, there are ways to get your brain to function better and give you the life you deserve.
(959) 666-6432 View (959) 666-6432
A Diamond in the Rough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
East Lyme, CT 06333
Do you feel anxious, depressed, stressed, unable to balance life and emotions? Do you feel like there’s no way out? Hello, my name is Michele Chenevert, but call me Shelley. I am a licensed clinical social worker and licensed master of family therapist. I have been trained as certified Accelerated Resolution Therapist. I work from a family systems orientation in a person centered manner, emphasizing relational, realistic perspectives. I have worked both inpatient and out. I treat individuals, aged twelve and up, and couples.
Do you feel anxious, depressed, stressed, unable to balance life and emotions? Do you feel like there’s no way out? Hello, my name is Michele Chenevert, but call me Shelley. I am a licensed clinical social worker and licensed master of family therapist. I have been trained as certified Accelerated Resolution Therapist. I work from a family systems orientation in a person centered manner, emphasizing relational, realistic perspectives. I have worked both inpatient and out. I treat individuals, aged twelve and up, and couples.
(860) 792-4200 View (860) 792-4200
Jay Edward Souza-Erlandson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, MEd
Online Only
I’m a licensed clinical social worker offering virtual therapy for adults across Connecticut, Florida and Massachusetts. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating insomnia, anxiety, depression, identity issues and trauma with compassion, clarity, and evidence-based care.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker offering virtual therapy for adults across Connecticut, Florida and Massachusetts. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating insomnia, anxiety, depression, identity issues and trauma with compassion, clarity, and evidence-based care.
(860) 448-7140 View (860) 448-7140
At Home Within Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
East Lyme, CT 06333
Are you navigating anxiety, stress, or big life changes and feeling overwhelmed? You don't have to travel this journey alone. Therapy can be helpful to strengthen your connection to yourself and others. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic space where you can begin to understand the patterns that are keeping you stuck, especially in your relationship with yourself and others. Together we will explore how past experiences may be shaping your present, and work toward building more confidence, clarity, and connection in your life.
Are you navigating anxiety, stress, or big life changes and feeling overwhelmed? You don't have to travel this journey alone. Therapy can be helpful to strengthen your connection to yourself and others. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic space where you can begin to understand the patterns that are keeping you stuck, especially in your relationship with yourself and others. Together we will explore how past experiences may be shaping your present, and work toward building more confidence, clarity, and connection in your life.
(860) 544-5764 View (860) 544-5764
Beth Nichols
Licensed Professional Counselor, MED , LCPC, LPC
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
My clients are individuals of all ages with a special interest in working with teens and young adults and their varied needs and challenges. I am skilled in helping clients with anxiety, grief and loss, social skills, stress, depression, and life transitions. Whether you are looking for short term or longer term counseling, I will help you achieve your desired outcomes. I work through a strength- based lens, and you will come to see yourself as I do: an individual with many options for change, self-discovery and hope as you take steps forward and activate your goals.
My clients are individuals of all ages with a special interest in working with teens and young adults and their varied needs and challenges. I am skilled in helping clients with anxiety, grief and loss, social skills, stress, depression, and life transitions. Whether you are looking for short term or longer term counseling, I will help you achieve your desired outcomes. I work through a strength- based lens, and you will come to see yourself as I do: an individual with many options for change, self-discovery and hope as you take steps forward and activate your goals.
(860) 362-3395 View (860) 362-3395
Sylvia Lynch
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
East Lyme, CT 06333
Are you caught in negative patterns with increasing anxiety? Do you have stressors and conflict in your current relationships? I can help you. I use my warm, yet direct and honest approach to guide you in making the changes you would like to see in yourself and in your relationship. I enjoy working with couples and with individual adults. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where you can tackle the difficulties you face. Together we can develop your skills to improve your day-to-day coping, relationships and quality of life.
Are you caught in negative patterns with increasing anxiety? Do you have stressors and conflict in your current relationships? I can help you. I use my warm, yet direct and honest approach to guide you in making the changes you would like to see in yourself and in your relationship. I enjoy working with couples and with individual adults. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where you can tackle the difficulties you face. Together we can develop your skills to improve your day-to-day coping, relationships and quality of life.
(860) 724-2121 View (860) 724-2121
Mimi Beaulieu
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Hi! My name is Mimi. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Art Therapist. I attended Albertus Magnus College and SCSU. I have been in practice for 12 years or more in the public sector. I like to help people who struggle with what may feel like great obstacles find positive changes and the best version of themselves. In a non-judgmental environment, we look at the issues and find individual goals, solutions that fit, and your personal change plan in collaboration to increase the quality of your life.
Hi! My name is Mimi. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Art Therapist. I attended Albertus Magnus College and SCSU. I have been in practice for 12 years or more in the public sector. I like to help people who struggle with what may feel like great obstacles find positive changes and the best version of themselves. In a non-judgmental environment, we look at the issues and find individual goals, solutions that fit, and your personal change plan in collaboration to increase the quality of your life.
(860) 348-5759 View (860) 348-5759
Karen A Viggiani
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, NCC
East Lyme, CT 06333
I am an experienced, engaging therapist who brings warmth, humor, creativity, hope, and compassion into my practice. I am dedicated to helping rebuild, strengthen, and empower individuals and families who have felt lost or been hit by life's challenges. I have extensive experience in working with young individuals and families who have experienced significant loss or trauma, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. I specialize in early childhood, attachment, developmental/ behavioral issues, trauma in infancy/ early childhood, issues around adoption, and in helping parents develop insight and understanding into their child's behavior and experiences.
I am an experienced, engaging therapist who brings warmth, humor, creativity, hope, and compassion into my practice. I am dedicated to helping rebuild, strengthen, and empower individuals and families who have felt lost or been hit by life's challenges. I have extensive experience in working with young individuals and families who have experienced significant loss or trauma, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. I specialize in early childhood, attachment, developmental/ behavioral issues, trauma in infancy/ early childhood, issues around adoption, and in helping parents develop insight and understanding into their child's behavior and experiences.
(860) 733-0244 View (860) 733-0244
Moya Family Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
East Lyme, CT 06333
Finding the right Therapist is like trying on clothes: it has to fit! At Moya Family Therapy we see your strengths over your weaknesses and honor the knowledge and insights you bring to the table. We will carefully pair you with a Therapist to meet your unique needs. Among other things, we treat anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD, couple/family conflict, and relationship distress, and have specialties in EMDR, MATCH-ADTC for children, and do couples/family work.
Finding the right Therapist is like trying on clothes: it has to fit! At Moya Family Therapy we see your strengths over your weaknesses and honor the knowledge and insights you bring to the table. We will carefully pair you with a Therapist to meet your unique needs. Among other things, we treat anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD, couple/family conflict, and relationship distress, and have specialties in EMDR, MATCH-ADTC for children, and do couples/family work.
(860) 962-4217 View (860) 962-4217
Katie Camann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
Accepting new clients starting October 6. It takes courage to ask for help and be vulnerable with a stranger. I am here to help make that process as comfortable for you as possible. Whether you have struggled with mental health symptoms for a significant time, or need support navigating a current life stressor, we can work together towards healing and growth. You don't need to do this alone, and I am here to support you in whatever ways you wish to make changes.
Accepting new clients starting October 6. It takes courage to ask for help and be vulnerable with a stranger. I am here to help make that process as comfortable for you as possible. Whether you have struggled with mental health symptoms for a significant time, or need support navigating a current life stressor, we can work together towards healing and growth. You don't need to do this alone, and I am here to support you in whatever ways you wish to make changes.
(860) 512-9908 View (860) 512-9908
Bethzaida Pérez Villegas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
East Lyme, CT 06333
Do you want to strengthen your self-esteem and learn to care for yourself with more compassion?
I am a clinical social worker and Christian therapist. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, low self-esteem, and emotional challenges. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, structured, and evidence-based.
Do you want to strengthen your self-esteem and learn to care for yourself with more compassion?
I am a clinical social worker and Christian therapist. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, low self-esteem, and emotional challenges. My therapeutic approach is compassionate, structured, and evidence-based.
(860) 733-0343 View (860) 733-0343
Glorimar Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
East Lyme, CT 06333
I am a bilingual (Spanish) clinician who is focused on helping young adults (18+) find their path to mental health recovery. Life is filled with challenges, past and present, that at times can leave us feeling, drained, overwhelmed and hopeless. The good news is, you already have all the tools you need to pull through to the other side. My goal is to guide you in that journey of self-discovery and healing so that you can feel empowered and ready to face whatever comes your way.
I am a bilingual (Spanish) clinician who is focused on helping young adults (18+) find their path to mental health recovery. Life is filled with challenges, past and present, that at times can leave us feeling, drained, overwhelmed and hopeless. The good news is, you already have all the tools you need to pull through to the other side. My goal is to guide you in that journey of self-discovery and healing so that you can feel empowered and ready to face whatever comes your way.
(860) 932-8937 View (860) 932-8937
Olivia Tufo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
East Lyme, CT 06333
My focus is providing therapy for those of us living in the "real world." Plenty of what we see and hear online about "fixing" relationships, "perfect" parenting, and finding a "balanced" career just doesn't seem to make a difference in our day to day life. Clients often come to me with anxiety, obsessive thoughts, depression, family or marital conflict, or just feeling overwhelmed, overworked, and downright miserable. Wouldn't it be nice if all it took to feel better was a trip to the spa or using the latest parenting theory you saw on social media made your kids eat their vegetables? That just isn't how it works.
My focus is providing therapy for those of us living in the "real world." Plenty of what we see and hear online about "fixing" relationships, "perfect" parenting, and finding a "balanced" career just doesn't seem to make a difference in our day to day life. Clients often come to me with anxiety, obsessive thoughts, depression, family or marital conflict, or just feeling overwhelmed, overworked, and downright miserable. Wouldn't it be nice if all it took to feel better was a trip to the spa or using the latest parenting theory you saw on social media made your kids eat their vegetables? That just isn't how it works.
(860) 391-6161 View (860) 391-6161
Susan Diaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, 6th yr
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
Is your child struggling with behavioral challenges? Do Sunday nights bring stomachaches, headaches, or other physical symptoms that seem tied to school stress? With decades of years of experience as both a certified School Psychologist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults and their families. My approach blends clinical insight with a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, educational systems, and family dynamics.
Is your child struggling with behavioral challenges? Do Sunday nights bring stomachaches, headaches, or other physical symptoms that seem tied to school stress? With decades of years of experience as both a certified School Psychologist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults and their families. My approach blends clinical insight with a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, educational systems, and family dynamics.
(860) 431-6654 View (860) 431-6654
Diane Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker currently accepting individual clients ages 13 and up, for virtual therapy ONLY. Depression, anxiety, shame about the past, fear about the future, and insecurities prevent us from being present and thriving in life. I provide a safe, understanding space for you to be heard, to explore, to feel, and to learn.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker currently accepting individual clients ages 13 and up, for virtual therapy ONLY. Depression, anxiety, shame about the past, fear about the future, and insecurities prevent us from being present and thriving in life. I provide a safe, understanding space for you to be heard, to explore, to feel, and to learn.
(860) 362-3692 View (860) 362-3692
Caitlin Blackburn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RMT
East Lyme, CT 06333
I am a licensed social worker (LCSW) and Reiki Master with a deep passion for working with both adults and teens. Whatever the situation, if you're feeling anxious, discouraged, and even hopeless, I see and honor you. It is important to have someone with you to sit with you in the discomfort and pain. I am ready to walk with you and guide you through your journey towards healing and growth. With an emphasis on holistic healing, I focus on the mind/body connection in order to help you come back to full alignment. Using a collaborative and client driven approach, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for deep and lasting change.
I am a licensed social worker (LCSW) and Reiki Master with a deep passion for working with both adults and teens. Whatever the situation, if you're feeling anxious, discouraged, and even hopeless, I see and honor you. It is important to have someone with you to sit with you in the discomfort and pain. I am ready to walk with you and guide you through your journey towards healing and growth. With an emphasis on holistic healing, I focus on the mind/body connection in order to help you come back to full alignment. Using a collaborative and client driven approach, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for deep and lasting change.
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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.