Self Esteem Therapists in Mansfield Center, CT
Elise Stark is a Licensed Professional Counselor and doctoral student dedicated to compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. She brings broad experience across medical, family, academic, and community settings. With over ten years working with seniors and their families, Elise has a deep understanding of the emotional, cognitive, and relational challenges of aging and caregiving. She also specializes in helping parents strengthen relationships with their children and build resilience, communication, and connection.
Elise Stark is a Licensed Professional Counselor and doctoral student dedicated to compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. She brings broad experience across medical, family, academic, and community settings. With over ten years working with seniors and their families, Elise has a deep understanding of the emotional, cognitive, and relational challenges of aging and caregiving. She also specializes in helping parents strengthen relationships with their children and build resilience, communication, and connection.
Welcome to therapy! Congratulations on taking this meaningful step toward creating a safe, supportive space to process and grow. I’m so glad you’re here, and I look forward to connecting with you through my practice on the Grow Platform. My name is Dr. Joanna White, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Connecticut. I hold a School Counseling Certification in Connecticut, serve as a University Professor in Human Services and Social Work, and bring additional experience as a yoga teacher and social-emotional learning facilitator, backgrounds that deepen my holistic, mind-body approach to care.
Welcome to therapy! Congratulations on taking this meaningful step toward creating a safe, supportive space to process and grow. I’m so glad you’re here, and I look forward to connecting with you through my practice on the Grow Platform. My name is Dr. Joanna White, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Connecticut. I hold a School Counseling Certification in Connecticut, serve as a University Professor in Human Services and Social Work, and bring additional experience as a yoga teacher and social-emotional learning facilitator, backgrounds that deepen my holistic, mind-body approach to care.
Taking the first step toward therapy is an act of courage, and I’m here to meet you where you are. Together, we’ll create a personalized path toward healing, whatever that looks like for you. I believe in the power of a safe, supportive space where you can express yourself authentically and feel seen. Whether you're facing anxiety, trauma, self-doubt, or overwhelm, we can work together to help you explore and process your emotions. With my experience working with children, teens, and adults, I’m here to guide you to self-awareness, emotional balance, and lasting personal growth.
Taking the first step toward therapy is an act of courage, and I’m here to meet you where you are. Together, we’ll create a personalized path toward healing, whatever that looks like for you. I believe in the power of a safe, supportive space where you can express yourself authentically and feel seen. Whether you're facing anxiety, trauma, self-doubt, or overwhelm, we can work together to help you explore and process your emotions. With my experience working with children, teens, and adults, I’m here to guide you to self-awareness, emotional balance, and lasting personal growth.
Hi there, I am Hannah!
Do you struggle with finding balance in your life? Do you wish you had more time or ability to deal with situations that are causing you stress? Is it hard to give yourself the compassion and space to do this?
I help high-functioning people find the time and give them the skills to improve work-life balance, as well as deal with interpersonal difficulties. Together we can help identify what is not serving you, and create more balance in all aspects of your life.
Hi there, I am Hannah!
Do you struggle with finding balance in your life? Do you wish you had more time or ability to deal with situations that are causing you stress? Is it hard to give yourself the compassion and space to do this?
I help high-functioning people find the time and give them the skills to improve work-life balance, as well as deal with interpersonal difficulties. Together we can help identify what is not serving you, and create more balance in all aspects of your life.
I work with LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent adults, including people who struggle with trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, and questions about identity. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who you want to be, you’re not alone. The pressure to get everything “right” can quietly take over your life, without help. After therapy, clients are able to make decisions with confidence, organize their thoughts without overwhelm, and reduce the trauma symptoms that leaves them feeling stuck. Imagine a safe, judgement-free affirming space where you can explore your identity and live more authentically. Start therapy virtually today.
I work with LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent adults, including people who struggle with trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, and questions about identity. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who you want to be, you’re not alone. The pressure to get everything “right” can quietly take over your life, without help. After therapy, clients are able to make decisions with confidence, organize their thoughts without overwhelm, and reduce the trauma symptoms that leaves them feeling stuck. Imagine a safe, judgement-free affirming space where you can explore your identity and live more authentically. Start therapy virtually today.
Christopher Crabbe has utilized multiple therapeutic approaches with patients to address issues such as family conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, suicidal impulses, and low self-esteem.
For over 15 years, he has worked in the college setting providing psychotherapy, facilitating reasonable accommodations, and teaching. Dr. Crabbe has been recognized for publishing internationally in psychology and social work from University of Connecticut, University of Maryland, University of New England, and Harvard University.
Christopher Crabbe has utilized multiple therapeutic approaches with patients to address issues such as family conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, suicidal impulses, and low self-esteem.
For over 15 years, he has worked in the college setting providing psychotherapy, facilitating reasonable accommodations, and teaching. Dr. Crabbe has been recognized for publishing internationally in psychology and social work from University of Connecticut, University of Maryland, University of New England, and Harvard University.
Specializing in treating those who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, as well as those with anxiety, mood and substance use disorders.
Specializing in treating those who have experienced trauma, grief and loss, as well as those with anxiety, mood and substance use disorders.
Over 20 years ago, I suffered a traumatic brain injury. My road recovery and my symptom management have taught me many valuable lessons. Much of what I have learned can be generally applied (there are many ways and reasons to be neurodivergent or to struggle). Through various wellness practices and self-care methods we can learn to create the optimal internal environment (calm, regulated, and receptive) for the insight and changes from psychotherapy to take root and last. By learning and regularly utilizing restorative practices you can build an internal "well of calm," significantly improving your ability to manage your life.
Over 20 years ago, I suffered a traumatic brain injury. My road recovery and my symptom management have taught me many valuable lessons. Much of what I have learned can be generally applied (there are many ways and reasons to be neurodivergent or to struggle). Through various wellness practices and self-care methods we can learn to create the optimal internal environment (calm, regulated, and receptive) for the insight and changes from psychotherapy to take root and last. By learning and regularly utilizing restorative practices you can build an internal "well of calm," significantly improving your ability to manage your life.
I’m Aaron Burgess, PhD, LMSW. I’m glad you’re starting your journey toward mental health recovery and joy. With over 20 years of experience, I offer affirming psychotherapy for adults dealing with various challenges. My trauma-informed, person-centered approach integrates mindfulness, values identification, and radical acceptance. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and parts-work for a solution-focused treatment. My extensive training, including at Duke Divinity School, supports those with spiritual trauma. I proudly support LGBTQ individuals and those living with HIV.
I’m Aaron Burgess, PhD, LMSW. I’m glad you’re starting your journey toward mental health recovery and joy. With over 20 years of experience, I offer affirming psychotherapy for adults dealing with various challenges. My trauma-informed, person-centered approach integrates mindfulness, values identification, and radical acceptance. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and parts-work for a solution-focused treatment. My extensive training, including at Duke Divinity School, supports those with spiritual trauma. I proudly support LGBTQ individuals and those living with HIV.
Like water, we’re meant to move; Even through the hard places.
At Swift Running Waters Counseling, I offer a calm, grounded space to help you move through life’s challenges with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion. Whether you’re navigating depression, relationship struggles, anger, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to do it alone.
Like water, we’re meant to move; Even through the hard places.
At Swift Running Waters Counseling, I offer a calm, grounded space to help you move through life’s challenges with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion. Whether you’re navigating depression, relationship struggles, anger, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to do it alone.
I believe that change is possible. Realizing that things are not working, and wanting something to change, is an important point in creating the life you want to have. I am glad that you have chosen to see if therapy can help you. My goal is to create a safe place in which you can learn to understand yourself, heal your wounds, and to become the person you want to be. I work with adults and adolescents dealing with a variety of issues; from everyday struggles, anxiety, depression, psychological trauma and dissociation, eating disorders, relationship issues, spirituality, and aging.
I believe that change is possible. Realizing that things are not working, and wanting something to change, is an important point in creating the life you want to have. I am glad that you have chosen to see if therapy can help you. My goal is to create a safe place in which you can learn to understand yourself, heal your wounds, and to become the person you want to be. I work with adults and adolescents dealing with a variety of issues; from everyday struggles, anxiety, depression, psychological trauma and dissociation, eating disorders, relationship issues, spirituality, and aging.
Welcome, I am so glad you are here!
Life challenges are a lot like the ocean. Conditions can change-from calm tides to unpredictable shifts—and I see a similar pattern in the emotional lives of my clients. Life transitions such as shifts in identity, relationships and changes in family or professional roles can create significant psychological strain. These periods often surface symptoms of anxiety, mood disturbance, role confusion, and a sense of disconnection from oneself. Together, we work toward restoring balance, clarifying identity, and creating sustainable mental and emotional wellbeing.
Welcome, I am so glad you are here!
Life challenges are a lot like the ocean. Conditions can change-from calm tides to unpredictable shifts—and I see a similar pattern in the emotional lives of my clients. Life transitions such as shifts in identity, relationships and changes in family or professional roles can create significant psychological strain. These periods often surface symptoms of anxiety, mood disturbance, role confusion, and a sense of disconnection from oneself. Together, we work toward restoring balance, clarifying identity, and creating sustainable mental and emotional wellbeing.
Clients I am privileged to work with often discuss relationship problems, work/school related stress, anxiety/depression, emotions related to substance use, life changes/transitions, self-esteem, self-control issues, and bereavement.
Accept New Clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTS), and National Board Certified Counselor (NCC). My approach is collaborative and consultative, grounded in the belief that each person has a unique story shaped by their own challenges and experiences. Together, my clients and I explore their path to peace and develop the tools to stay on that journey. I work with adults, students, and professionals from all walks of life.
Clients I am privileged to work with often discuss relationship problems, work/school related stress, anxiety/depression, emotions related to substance use, life changes/transitions, self-esteem, self-control issues, and bereavement.
Accept New Clients. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTS), and National Board Certified Counselor (NCC). My approach is collaborative and consultative, grounded in the belief that each person has a unique story shaped by their own challenges and experiences. Together, my clients and I explore their path to peace and develop the tools to stay on that journey. I work with adults, students, and professionals from all walks of life.
Hello! Are you looking to make positive changes in your life? I would be honored to share your journey and help you discover and develop strengths that will move you forward toward reaching your goals. Change is hard but is made easier with support and guidance. I offer you non-judgmental support in achieving the goals you wish to accomplish. I have experience working with a range of issues (anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationships, trauma, grief and loss) and have a flexible approach based on individual needs. I draw from a variety of counseling theories and techniques.
Hello! Are you looking to make positive changes in your life? I would be honored to share your journey and help you discover and develop strengths that will move you forward toward reaching your goals. Change is hard but is made easier with support and guidance. I offer you non-judgmental support in achieving the goals you wish to accomplish. I have experience working with a range of issues (anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationships, trauma, grief and loss) and have a flexible approach based on individual needs. I draw from a variety of counseling theories and techniques.
It can be easy to rush through life without stopping to notice much. Paying more attention to the present, your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you can improve your mental well-being. I empower clients to gain the skills needed to reach their goals, understand and regulate their emotions, and improve mindfulness and acceptance through a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach. I treat clients with Depression, Anxiety and Panic related disorders, PTSD, Individual and Family transitions, Relationship Issues, Grief and loss, Substance use, Dual Diagnosis, Intrusive Symptoms, and Severe and Persistent Mental Illness.
It can be easy to rush through life without stopping to notice much. Paying more attention to the present, your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you can improve your mental well-being. I empower clients to gain the skills needed to reach their goals, understand and regulate their emotions, and improve mindfulness and acceptance through a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach. I treat clients with Depression, Anxiety and Panic related disorders, PTSD, Individual and Family transitions, Relationship Issues, Grief and loss, Substance use, Dual Diagnosis, Intrusive Symptoms, and Severe and Persistent Mental Illness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with an office in Ashford, Connecticut. I also work statewide providing telehealth services. I work with adults ages 20 and up, including Seniors. I specialize in assisting adults who are coping with anxiety, depression, grief, and loss (including pet loss), using theoretical approaches that have demonstrated effectiveness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with an office in Ashford, Connecticut. I also work statewide providing telehealth services. I work with adults ages 20 and up, including Seniors. I specialize in assisting adults who are coping with anxiety, depression, grief, and loss (including pet loss), using theoretical approaches that have demonstrated effectiveness.
At any given time we are doing the best we know. As a therapist, my work helps each client to experience and explore themselves honestly as they are. By helping to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental climate, I assist you to transform old patterns from the inside out.
At any given time we are doing the best we know. As a therapist, my work helps each client to experience and explore themselves honestly as they are. By helping to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental climate, I assist you to transform old patterns from the inside out.
Accept New Clients! It takes courage to begin the process of change and healing. By considering ways to engage in treatment, you have already begun this process. Talking about our feelings is hard, especially when we are ambivalent or do not know how to feel. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to help you explore those feelings.
Accept New Clients! It takes courage to begin the process of change and healing. By considering ways to engage in treatment, you have already begun this process. Talking about our feelings is hard, especially when we are ambivalent or do not know how to feel. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to help you explore those feelings.
We are Change Counseling. Let us help you on your journey. We provide a holistic and non-judgmental approach to individual and couples therapy.
We are Change Counseling. Let us help you on your journey. We provide a holistic and non-judgmental approach to individual and couples therapy.
My specialties include couples and marriage counseling, anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, self-esteem issues, loss, relationship and vocational counseling.
As a practical, interactive family therapist, I provide guidance and feedback, to help clients address current problems and resolve long-standing patterns. My treatment approach is collaborative, strength-based and solution-focused.
My specialties include couples and marriage counseling, anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, self-esteem issues, loss, relationship and vocational counseling.
As a practical, interactive family therapist, I provide guidance and feedback, to help clients address current problems and resolve long-standing patterns. My treatment approach is collaborative, strength-based and solution-focused.
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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.