Self Esteem Therapists in Glen Ellyn, IL
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Samuel Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a dedicated therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families through transformative journeys towards growth and resilience. My unique clinical focus is upon adolescent boys (11-17) , men (18+), and couples. I recognize the critical importance of identity formation and self-esteem in the lives of young men. Through a supportive and empowering approach, I guide adolescent boys on a journey of self-discovery, helping them develop a sense of self, navigate peer relationships, and establish healthy boundaries. I also assist couples to navigate pre-marital issues, infidelity recovery, and relationship improvement.
Donna Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I desire to provide a safe place for you to explore the issues of anxiety, grief or depression that keep you from living life more fully. You may be struggling with low self-esteem or a loss of identity due to changes, such as loss of a relationship, life transitions, or loss due to trauma. You may find it difficult to move past shaming messages and would like to learn how to find your authentic voice in order to live boldly and with greater self-acceptance.
Anna Lustyk
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified
Verified
Taking steps to get counseling takes a lot of courage. I believe that everyone has their own unique experience and challenges, and that you don't have to go through it on your own. It is my goal to guide you closer to a balanced and happy life. I typically work with adults and adolescents ages 11-17 with anxiety, depression, body image, self-esteem, and coping skills. I am passionate about working with people who are marginalized (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, Women etc.).
Dr. Eleni Malamis
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. I provide warm and caring support to those struggling with life's challenges. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns.
Curt Calas
Counselor, LCPC, CSAT, CPTT
Verified
Verified
My goal is to create a healthier world: body, mind, and spirit by encouraging others on their journey. My hope as a therapist is to come alongside my client and provide help in their time of need. I am passionate about helping individuals make peace with their past, have victory over their addictions and challenges, and to do my part in moving them forward with hope, empowerment, and purpose.
Jennifer Memmen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
All children and parents deserve support and kindness. Parenting and childhood can feel really vulnerable. You and your child deserve a place where you feel safe and understood. With this foundation, kids can explore healthy and adaptive ways of being, cope with challenging feelings, develop self-esteem and strengthen relationships. And you can feel more confident as a parent during these vulnerable times.
Courtney Bowman
Counselor, LCPC, MEd
Verified
Verified
There are situations and events in life that are challenging and that can create anxiety and depression. The coping strategies that have helped during troubling times may no longer work. Through these experiences, it is easy to lose a sense of identity and
self esteem
. There is hope. It is an honor to assists clients with turning their pain into growth. Through my compassionate support and skills, I can accompany you into the journey of becoming a healthier and happier person. My goal is to provide high quality, individualized and evidence based treatment to each client.
Yami Obando
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ICDVP
Verified
Verified
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist who is passionate about helping clients become better versions of themselves. I specialize in providing support for those experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and domestic violence. Furthermore, I offer trauma recovery for youth and adolescents, guidance for healthy teen dating, and values and goals exploration. I have about 10 years of experience in the field working with women, children, and families. I use therapeutic interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Narrative Therapy.
Karen A Gernaey
Counselor, MS, LCPC, ACHHT
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my profile. Finding the "RIGHT" therapist can feel like a real challenge for most people. I am a Holistic Psychotherapist in private practice since 1986. My healing approach is dependent on the needs of each individual client. The areas of special interest to me are spirituality, relationship and self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, addictions and co-dependency, loss and grief, trauma, dissociation, (not necessarily in that order). I also offer group therapy, and have facilitated groups dealing with the aging process,
self esteem
/relationship issues, co-dependency, spirituality, grief/loss, and depression.
Kenneth R Miyake
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CADC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My ideal client would be someone who comes into therapy struggling with life's problems. It could be mental health issues, addiction, relationship problems, family problems, low self-esteem, guilt and shame, or spiritual emptiness. These clients want to be able to function in their life and find some measure of meaning and purpose in order to obtain peace, serenity, and satisfaction.
Kimberly M. Hogan
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, CRC, BCLC
Verified
Verified
As a professional, and a parent I truly understand there is no greater joy than seeing your child happy and healthy. I also know there is no greater heartache than seeing your child unhappy. For adults: stress, anxiety, and depression can diminish time with families. For children: poor self-esteem, decreased confidence, bullying/ loss, academic struggles or a disability can impact friendships,family, and academics. I specialize in working with people who have experienced a twist in life that they were not expecting. I have 25 years of treating adults and children who want to reclaim control of their lives.
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Jessica Helmin
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Jessica- I am a licensed clinical professional counselor. I am passionate about assisting clients with many diverse presenting challenges, some of which include anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, self-injury, self-acceptance, relationship struggles, self-esteem, and identity formation. I enjoy working with clients ranging from teens to adults and have a broad range of experience working in school, hospital, PHP/IOP, and outpatient mental health settings.
Not accepting new clients
Gayle M Pape
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I help build coping strategies,
self esteem
, social competency and resiliency.
I am passionate about treating the whole person with respect and honor. This means being empathetic, encouraging, validating and accepting of each individual I come in contact with. People need to know that they have a safe place to go to be able to work on their anxieties, feelings, fears, stresses, and personal growth.
Not accepting new clients
Janet Mullen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Every person considering therapy is unique - you might be a parent looking for ways to manage your child's behavior, or a child with low self-esteem, someone trying to put a difficult past to rest, or struggling with anxiety and depression. What's important is that you feel a warm, safe and accepting atmosphere to begin sorting out your life, finding balance and a way forward. It's my goal to provide that place of safety and acceptance, then offer you choices of therapy models. There are many paths to change; we'll find the right fit for you.
Kathleen Griffin
Counselor, LCPC, MEd
Verified
Verified
I offer a genuine, compassionate and respectful relationship with clients, so they can reach greater self-awareness and insight. My goal is to help clients to reach greater satisfaction and balance with quality of life overall.
Kristin Padera
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Life doesn't have to be painful. Through therapy, I can help you find healing from unhealthy patterns and pain. As a therapist, I am warm, compassionate, and honest. I am easy to connect with and help my clients feel comfortable quickly. My specialty is in assisting my clients with uncovering the root of unhelpful patterns, addressing the symptoms of these patterns, and with creating meaningful changes in their lives. Through my knowledge, experience, and passion, I can assist you in finding greater confidence, healing, and insight.
Debra F Nickerson
Psychologist, PsyD, SOE, SOTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialty is working with people who have issues arising from sexual behavior problems, including sexually abusive behavior, sexual addiction, pornography addiction and Internet addiction. While sex can be a pleasurable part of life, its misuse can lead to infinite heartache and misery. Sexual behavior problems are multifaceted, and are often rooted in an attempt to cope with painful non-sexual issues such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and broken relationships. I work with individuals who have acted out sexually and also with survivors of sexual abuse and trauma.
Life to the Fullest LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP, LCPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
"You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step." Congratulations on having the courage to take the first step toward the change that you wish to see in your life. At Life to the Fullest LLC, we strive to help you navigate your unique situation with more adaptive coping skills and a general sense of fulfillment. We hope to work with you in a way that best meets your needs and helps you start living your life to the fullest.
Not accepting new clients
Cathy Conway
Counselor, MA, LCPC, SEP, TEB
Verified
Verified
Working with adolescents, and adults in a counseling, coaching and /or mentoring capacity is a joy! My approach is client-centered, strengths-based and integrative with a focus on identity and value. Specialized training in trauma-based approaches have helped me to understand more deeply the integration of body, mind and spirit. I can help with adoption, anger, anxiety, boundaries, burnout, codependency, depression, loneliness, parenting, phobias, relationships, self-esteem, sexual abuse, singleness, stress management, spiritual integration and trauma.
Shetland Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
My desire to become a Social Worker began when I was 12 years old. The Counselor at our school was also our basketball coach. He often smiled, appearing to have fun with my peers. During road trips, I had the chance to get to know more about him. Essentially, I decided I wanted to be him one day. Many of my clients have experienced chronic illness (including cancer, kidney disease), grief/loss, family conflict, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, loss of routine and/or job, trauma, loss of identity. Developing safety & trust will be part of our initial work. Your vulnerabilities/uncertainties are welcome, and you are not alone.
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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.