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Amanda Dixon
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28211
As a clinician, I am passionate about working with children ages 2-11 through the power of child-centered play therapy to promote healing, strengthen development, and enhance family functioning. I also enjoy working with early adolescents ages 11-14 from a person-centered and solution focused approach to navigate social and emotional disruptions that coincide with development.
As a clinician, I am passionate about working with children ages 2-11 through the power of child-centered play therapy to promote healing, strengthen development, and enhance family functioning. I also enjoy working with early adolescents ages 11-14 from a person-centered and solution focused approach to navigate social and emotional disruptions that coincide with development.
(704) 703-9016 View (704) 703-9016
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Lauren Chase
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28262  (Online Only)
Hi, I am Dr. Lauren Chase, the founder of Climbing Hills Counseling. I help high-achieving women and girls raise their self-esteem, overcome anxiety and self-doubt, and reach their full potential. Come sit down on your favorite chair, grab a cup of coffee, and let’s talk about the stress with work, friends, school, or relationships you have been experiencing. Balancing multiple roles and responsibilities can be so exhausting! Whether you are in your favorite workout leggings or business casual trousers, we can work together towards your goals.
Hi, I am Dr. Lauren Chase, the founder of Climbing Hills Counseling. I help high-achieving women and girls raise their self-esteem, overcome anxiety and self-doubt, and reach their full potential. Come sit down on your favorite chair, grab a cup of coffee, and let’s talk about the stress with work, friends, school, or relationships you have been experiencing. Balancing multiple roles and responsibilities can be so exhausting! Whether you are in your favorite workout leggings or business casual trousers, we can work together towards your goals.
(980) 409-5991 View (980) 409-5991
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Amari Leaphart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28226
I enjoy caring for my clients, who struggle to feel loved and cared for daily. I work with individuals suffering from anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, major life changes, and couples and families who experience chronic relationship conflict. Many of my clients feel like their emotional needs aren’t being met. They feel guilty for wanting more in their lives and have difficulty advocating for themselves. I use EMDR, a structured yet flexible approach, to help clients process their trauma, reduce psychological distress, and promote healing and emotional well-being.
I enjoy caring for my clients, who struggle to feel loved and cared for daily. I work with individuals suffering from anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, major life changes, and couples and families who experience chronic relationship conflict. Many of my clients feel like their emotional needs aren’t being met. They feel guilty for wanting more in their lives and have difficulty advocating for themselves. I use EMDR, a structured yet flexible approach, to help clients process their trauma, reduce psychological distress, and promote healing and emotional well-being.
(972) 357-0948 View (972) 357-0948
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Anderson Counseling and Education
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, RPT, LPC, LCMHC, ACS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with your marriage, children or family? Is anxiety, depression or trauma keeping you from living the life you know you can have? I specialize in helping clients who are suffering from depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma and family issues. Depending on what the client needs are, we will utilize a holistic approach which focuses on mind (talk therapy, Myers-Briggs Type), body (health, wellness, fitness) and soul (meditation, yoga, and spiritual issues).
Are you struggling with your marriage, children or family? Is anxiety, depression or trauma keeping you from living the life you know you can have? I specialize in helping clients who are suffering from depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma and family issues. Depending on what the client needs are, we will utilize a holistic approach which focuses on mind (talk therapy, Myers-Briggs Type), body (health, wellness, fitness) and soul (meditation, yoga, and spiritual issues).
(980) 404-2365 View (980) 404-2365
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Danielle DeFrancesco
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, NCC, CCMHC, MCAP, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
Danielle has dedicated her time to improving the mental health of persons of all ages (2 y.o. and up) and from all backgrounds. She has a passion for working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral disorders, and excels in treating complex childhood trauma. She also specializes in treating drug and alcohol addiction. Danielle believes in the power of advocacy and empathic listening as tools for change in the form of empowerment, self sufficiency, and self esteem. She combines evidenced based practices with creativity and holistic wellness, to create an environment conducive to meeting the unique needs of her clients.
Danielle has dedicated her time to improving the mental health of persons of all ages (2 y.o. and up) and from all backgrounds. She has a passion for working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral disorders, and excels in treating complex childhood trauma. She also specializes in treating drug and alcohol addiction. Danielle believes in the power of advocacy and empathic listening as tools for change in the form of empowerment, self sufficiency, and self esteem. She combines evidenced based practices with creativity and holistic wellness, to create an environment conducive to meeting the unique needs of her clients.
(704) 246-3254 View (704) 246-3254
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Madison Gabriel
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28203
I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate (LCMHCA) who works with clients of all ages. My approach is tailored to each client’s needs, relying on therapy modalities that include play therapy (age 2-12), cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and a person-centered approach. My specialities include working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, peri/postnatal complications, stressful life transitions, parenting concerns, poor emotional regulation, behavioral issues, and family conflict.
I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate (LCMHCA) who works with clients of all ages. My approach is tailored to each client’s needs, relying on therapy modalities that include play therapy (age 2-12), cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and a person-centered approach. My specialities include working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, peri/postnatal complications, stressful life transitions, parenting concerns, poor emotional regulation, behavioral issues, and family conflict.
(704) 285-2827 View (704) 285-2827
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B's Effort Changing Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSOTP, TFCBT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
Currently accepting In-person and Telehealth sessions. When life has gotten you down and you feel the weight of life on your shoulders know there is someone to assist you. Life’s struggles come in all forms; depression, anxiety, behavioral, parental/child relationships, marital, self-esteem, past trauma, etc. Our goal is to help enhance coping skills you already have to be the best YOU! We value a collaborative approach and want to provide the support you need to grow in a safe space. We are passionate about educating about symptoms and assisting individuals and families with the skills to promote healthy coping skills.
Currently accepting In-person and Telehealth sessions. When life has gotten you down and you feel the weight of life on your shoulders know there is someone to assist you. Life’s struggles come in all forms; depression, anxiety, behavioral, parental/child relationships, marital, self-esteem, past trauma, etc. Our goal is to help enhance coping skills you already have to be the best YOU! We value a collaborative approach and want to provide the support you need to grow in a safe space. We are passionate about educating about symptoms and assisting individuals and families with the skills to promote healthy coping skills.
(704) 870-4987 View (704) 870-4987
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Turning Point Family Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT, LCAS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28262
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, substance abuse therapy, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, substance abuse therapy, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
(704) 851-8228 View (704) 851-8228
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Jennifer Davidson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28226
I am passionate about working with children and their families to collaborate together to make a strong impact to promote healing and improve family functioning. I work with children of all ages, as well as support parents, who may experience difficult situations or experiences in their lives such as adoption, ADHD, anxiety, Autism, emotional and behavioral issues, school disruption, and trauma. I specialize in using play therapy to help children learn to self-regulate, improve executive functioning, increase self-esteem, deal with trauma, increase social skills, and develop positive relationships.
I am passionate about working with children and their families to collaborate together to make a strong impact to promote healing and improve family functioning. I work with children of all ages, as well as support parents, who may experience difficult situations or experiences in their lives such as adoption, ADHD, anxiety, Autism, emotional and behavioral issues, school disruption, and trauma. I specialize in using play therapy to help children learn to self-regulate, improve executive functioning, increase self-esteem, deal with trauma, increase social skills, and develop positive relationships.
(704) 286-8475 x103 View (704) 286-8475 x103
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Bridget Coomber
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28226
I am passionate about helping others with their mental health and wellbeing. I provide therapeutic services to children aged 3+ years old, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. I enjoy helping individuals overcome a range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship conflict, familial conflict, stress management, life adjustments/transitions, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavioral issues, and parenting support.
I am passionate about helping others with their mental health and wellbeing. I provide therapeutic services to children aged 3+ years old, adolescents, adults, parents, and families. I enjoy helping individuals overcome a range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship conflict, familial conflict, stress management, life adjustments/transitions, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavioral issues, and parenting support.
(980) 998-9864 View (980) 998-9864
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Daynes Viera Crouch
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
The process of healing and growth is a journey that requires partnership and support. Life is hard and I believe that counseling is a process by which we work together to identify and work through difficult life challenges that limit self-awareness and personal growth. My primary goal as your counselor is to create a safe, accepting, and comfortable environment where we work collaboratively to meet your needs and goals.
The process of healing and growth is a journey that requires partnership and support. Life is hard and I believe that counseling is a process by which we work together to identify and work through difficult life challenges that limit self-awareness and personal growth. My primary goal as your counselor is to create a safe, accepting, and comfortable environment where we work collaboratively to meet your needs and goals.
(704) 930-0241 x107 View (704) 930-0241 x107
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Jennifer Ford
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
"Our greatest victory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall" --Confucius. Perhaps you feel like you've fallen, and you're struggling to get back up and try again. I'm here to help you find the courage to get back on your feet. Whatever challenges you're experiencing today, you don't have to face them alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about helping individuals reach total healing and wellness. My ultimate goal is to support and empower my clients and assist with learning the tools to make lasting changes.
"Our greatest victory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall" --Confucius. Perhaps you feel like you've fallen, and you're struggling to get back up and try again. I'm here to help you find the courage to get back on your feet. Whatever challenges you're experiencing today, you don't have to face them alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who is passionate about helping individuals reach total healing and wellness. My ultimate goal is to support and empower my clients and assist with learning the tools to make lasting changes.
(704) 486-8272 View (704) 486-8272
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Anna Stillman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28211
I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harming behaviors, anger management, self-esteem issues, and adjustment to life stressors. I have also had experience working clinically with children who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harming behaviors, anger management, self-esteem issues, and adjustment to life stressors. I have also had experience working clinically with children who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders.
(857) 323-5545 View (857) 323-5545
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Angie DeFilippi
Counselor, MA, MS, LCMHCA, NCC, CHES
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
Is your child or teen overly emotional and reactive? Does your child withdrawal from others or refuse to try things because he or she is afraid of failing or worried about what others think? Does he or she have large emotional outbursts over small things? Or is your child or teen struggling with low self-esteem, communication with others, and developing meaningful friendships? Is your child or teen overly anxious when asked to do a task, transition to a new activity, or to try something new? Has your child or teen experienced a difficult life event, transition, or traumatic experience? You are not alone and I can help.
Is your child or teen overly emotional and reactive? Does your child withdrawal from others or refuse to try things because he or she is afraid of failing or worried about what others think? Does he or she have large emotional outbursts over small things? Or is your child or teen struggling with low self-esteem, communication with others, and developing meaningful friendships? Is your child or teen overly anxious when asked to do a task, transition to a new activity, or to try something new? Has your child or teen experienced a difficult life event, transition, or traumatic experience? You are not alone and I can help.
(980) 246-4082 View (980) 246-4082
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Chelsey Farmer
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
I have worked in the behavioral health field for 10 years supporting families, children and adolescents, and adults in various capacities. I work primarily with children and adolescents, adult females, and elders working to address women's issues (self-esteem/self-worth, codependency), racial & historical trauma, behavioral concerns (ODD & antisocial behaviors) amongst children and adolescents, parent-child conflict, anxiety, and depression. I also have interest in providing an avenue for psychoeducation within religious settings.
I have worked in the behavioral health field for 10 years supporting families, children and adolescents, and adults in various capacities. I work primarily with children and adolescents, adult females, and elders working to address women's issues (self-esteem/self-worth, codependency), racial & historical trauma, behavioral concerns (ODD & antisocial behaviors) amongst children and adolescents, parent-child conflict, anxiety, and depression. I also have interest in providing an avenue for psychoeducation within religious settings.
(704) 741-7944 View (704) 741-7944
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Barrie Morganstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28210
I work with clients of all ages by providing individual therapy, family therapy, and psychological assessments. In my therapeutic work, I specialize in behavioral & emotional issues in children & teens, parenting, self-esteem & identity, anxiety, depression, ADHD coaching, and personal growth.
I work with clients of all ages by providing individual therapy, family therapy, and psychological assessments. In my therapeutic work, I specialize in behavioral & emotional issues in children & teens, parenting, self-esteem & identity, anxiety, depression, ADHD coaching, and personal growth.
(704) 666-4912 View (704) 666-4912
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Caroline Racher Turak
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28204
Every child yearns to be seen, heard, and understood. My goal with our time is that your child feels more connected with their inner world and more confident in speaking for their needs. My style of counseling is particularly effective with children experiencing worries and having a hard time self-regulating and/or listening to their body. I want to support you (the care-taker) and your little one. Through our relationship, communication will improve, self-esteem will boost, we will practice mindfulness and autonomy, and problem solving. I have a specialty in building emotional intelligence in children with autoimmune disorders.
Every child yearns to be seen, heard, and understood. My goal with our time is that your child feels more connected with their inner world and more confident in speaking for their needs. My style of counseling is particularly effective with children experiencing worries and having a hard time self-regulating and/or listening to their body. I want to support you (the care-taker) and your little one. Through our relationship, communication will improve, self-esteem will boost, we will practice mindfulness and autonomy, and problem solving. I have a specialty in building emotional intelligence in children with autoimmune disorders.
(704) 312-4409 View (704) 312-4409
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Cauthen Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28262
Is your child or teen acting out? Do you feel like an emotional mess? Are you coping with feelings of anxiety, depression, fatigue, or defeat that just won't seem to go away? Are your emotional issues so serious that you believe that you don’t know which direction to go? Are you grieving a loss? Are you feeling burned out at work, searching for clarity, or trying to find meaning in life? We will work together and empower you to help yourself! We have over 14 years of experience in individual counseling and consultation. We have a diverse group of professionals to assist you in seeking clarity and improving your peace.
Is your child or teen acting out? Do you feel like an emotional mess? Are you coping with feelings of anxiety, depression, fatigue, or defeat that just won't seem to go away? Are your emotional issues so serious that you believe that you don’t know which direction to go? Are you grieving a loss? Are you feeling burned out at work, searching for clarity, or trying to find meaning in life? We will work together and empower you to help yourself! We have over 14 years of experience in individual counseling and consultation. We have a diverse group of professionals to assist you in seeking clarity and improving your peace.
(704) 850-6479 View (704) 850-6479
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Jenny O'Brien Adorno
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, NBCC, RPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226  (Online Only)
Available Online Only Jenny works with children, teens, and adults using Child-Centered Play Therapy (ages 2-10), Strengths Based Therapy (adolescents and adults), and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). She supports clients by helping them acknowledge and express their feelings, work through problems using tools such as Mindfulness and Cognitive Restructuring, and develop skills in and out of session. She believes that parents and guardians are essential to the healing process for children. She focuses on equipping clients with the tools, support and approach to help them live a life that is meaningful to them.
Available Online Only Jenny works with children, teens, and adults using Child-Centered Play Therapy (ages 2-10), Strengths Based Therapy (adolescents and adults), and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). She supports clients by helping them acknowledge and express their feelings, work through problems using tools such as Mindfulness and Cognitive Restructuring, and develop skills in and out of session. She believes that parents and guardians are essential to the healing process for children. She focuses on equipping clients with the tools, support and approach to help them live a life that is meaningful to them.
(704) 741-0592 View (704) 741-0592
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Advene Health Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28270
My idea as a psychotherapist is to provide safe, comfortable & judgment-free environment for clients to work through issues. My role as a psychotherapist is to respect the goals that my clients come in with, and support the process of working toward these goals. I believe Psychotherapy can enhance one's self-awareness and the ability to recognize in one's own self-defeating and self-sabotaging patterns, and to change these patterns.
My idea as a psychotherapist is to provide safe, comfortable & judgment-free environment for clients to work through issues. My role as a psychotherapist is to respect the goals that my clients come in with, and support the process of working toward these goals. I believe Psychotherapy can enhance one's self-awareness and the ability to recognize in one's own self-defeating and self-sabotaging patterns, and to change these patterns.
(980) 247-4144 View (980) 247-4144
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.