Self Esteem Therapists in Memphis, TN
I take counseling very seriously! So if you think I'm here to play around with y'all, ........ I'M NOT! Are you having difficulties with a sadness or constant worrying? Are you always in your head? Is it seemingly impossible for you to turn your mind off? Anxiety and depression are like 2 bad roommates that don't respect your boundaries. Let's put a plan together to kick these two busters out! No we cannot change our past, but we can change how we can think about past. It is time to deal with your TRAUMA. I will teach you tools! Let's change the old narrative of yourself, and write a new autobiography! I'm not like most therapists.
I take counseling very seriously! So if you think I'm here to play around with y'all, ........ I'M NOT! Are you having difficulties with a sadness or constant worrying? Are you always in your head? Is it seemingly impossible for you to turn your mind off? Anxiety and depression are like 2 bad roommates that don't respect your boundaries. Let's put a plan together to kick these two busters out! No we cannot change our past, but we can change how we can think about past. It is time to deal with your TRAUMA. I will teach you tools! Let's change the old narrative of yourself, and write a new autobiography! I'm not like most therapists.
I have experience supporting anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship conflict, trauma, work/academic stressors, self-esteem/identity, grief, life transitions, & existential concerns.
At the core of my therapeutic approach is the belief that therapy works best when we work together to tailor treatment to your unique goals & lifestyle. I believe in the potential for growth, change, and healing in everyone, so it is important to me to establish a warm, non-judgmental environment that fosters an open and trusting connection.
I have experience supporting anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship conflict, trauma, work/academic stressors, self-esteem/identity, grief, life transitions, & existential concerns.
At the core of my therapeutic approach is the belief that therapy works best when we work together to tailor treatment to your unique goals & lifestyle. I believe in the potential for growth, change, and healing in everyone, so it is important to me to establish a warm, non-judgmental environment that fosters an open and trusting connection.
I am a licensed professional counselor with a mental health service provider designation (LPC-MHSP) with 14 years of experience supporting adults through stress, relationship concerns, emotional challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is practical, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based care. I help clients strengthen self-awareness, build resilience, and create meaningful change at a pace that feels safe and empowering.
I am a licensed professional counselor with a mental health service provider designation (LPC-MHSP) with 14 years of experience supporting adults through stress, relationship concerns, emotional challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is practical, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based care. I help clients strengthen self-awareness, build resilience, and create meaningful change at a pace that feels safe and empowering.
It has been my life-long calling to help others on their journey towards becoming who they were created to be. I understand the impact of trauma on a person’s life; the things done or said to us by others can be a barrier to growing into and becoming our best selves. I have spent decades, locally and abroad, working with individuals and families in under-resourced areas. It is my desire for people to see themselves as more than the sum of their life circumstances and past hurts. I endeavor to provide a safe space where life issues can be worked through and individuals can find freedom and healing.
It has been my life-long calling to help others on their journey towards becoming who they were created to be. I understand the impact of trauma on a person’s life; the things done or said to us by others can be a barrier to growing into and becoming our best selves. I have spent decades, locally and abroad, working with individuals and families in under-resourced areas. It is my desire for people to see themselves as more than the sum of their life circumstances and past hurts. I endeavor to provide a safe space where life issues can be worked through and individuals can find freedom and healing.
Are you feeling stuck, struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, difficulty coping with grief, contact me for a free consultation.
I help individuals identify the source of their challenges and collaborate with them to develop appropriate and positive coping strategies to overcome these challenges. I specialize in helping individuals address issues rather than symptoms. Symptoms can come and go but the issues will remain until they are addressed appropriately.
Are you feeling stuck, struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, difficulty coping with grief, contact me for a free consultation.
I help individuals identify the source of their challenges and collaborate with them to develop appropriate and positive coping strategies to overcome these challenges. I specialize in helping individuals address issues rather than symptoms. Symptoms can come and go but the issues will remain until they are addressed appropriately.
I specialize in helping adults who are struggling with trauma, adverse experiences, codependency, and anxiety to find healing and freedom by establishing healthy boundaries and self-compassion, enabling them to live more authentically. I am passionate about helping people overcome these obstacles in their lives that just get in the way. I want to help you find healing and freedom, whether it be from relational issues, grief, anxiety, experiences of physical, emotional, or sexual trauma, adverse life experiences, loneliness, depression, shame, compulsive unwanted behaviors, recreational/sports related traumas, and anything else.
I specialize in helping adults who are struggling with trauma, adverse experiences, codependency, and anxiety to find healing and freedom by establishing healthy boundaries and self-compassion, enabling them to live more authentically. I am passionate about helping people overcome these obstacles in their lives that just get in the way. I want to help you find healing and freedom, whether it be from relational issues, grief, anxiety, experiences of physical, emotional, or sexual trauma, adverse life experiences, loneliness, depression, shame, compulsive unwanted behaviors, recreational/sports related traumas, and anything else.
Lacy Kemker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCMHSP
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38119
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel detached from your goals or feel like you’ve lost sight of what’s important in your life? Do you feel like you’re struggling to love yourself or separate yourself from narratives of what your life should look like? Maybe it’s time to take a step towards finding your most authentic self? Looks like you’ve come to the right place. Taking this first step can be scary, but I believe taking the leap can help you grow in ways never before realized.
Do you feel detached from your goals or feel like you’ve lost sight of what’s important in your life? Do you feel like you’re struggling to love yourself or separate yourself from narratives of what your life should look like? Maybe it’s time to take a step towards finding your most authentic self? Looks like you’ve come to the right place. Taking this first step can be scary, but I believe taking the leap can help you grow in ways never before realized.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to break free from the status quo and find meaningful ways to create change, balance, and peace in their life. I fully support disruptors, cycle breakers, and those courageously challenging generational patterns and societal expectations to embrace their truest selves. If you’re ready to stop conforming to boxes that were never meant for you, I see you. Change is hard—setting and maintaining boundaries, creating new patterns that align with your goals, and learning to prioritize yourself takes strength and intention. We all need safe spaces, and I am here to provide that for you.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to break free from the status quo and find meaningful ways to create change, balance, and peace in their life. I fully support disruptors, cycle breakers, and those courageously challenging generational patterns and societal expectations to embrace their truest selves. If you’re ready to stop conforming to boxes that were never meant for you, I see you. Change is hard—setting and maintaining boundaries, creating new patterns that align with your goals, and learning to prioritize yourself takes strength and intention. We all need safe spaces, and I am here to provide that for you.
Dr. Courtney Loveless
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MS , LPCMHSP, PhD
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38117
You’ve tried everything, but your child is struggling despite your best efforts. You’re constantly managing their tear-streaked tantrums or sullen silences. “Time outs” don’t work, rewards don’t work, you want to pull your hair out sometimes. You’ve tried talking to them, but they won't tell you what they need. You wish you could read their mind. Pain and anxiety are written all over your child’s face. You so badly want to help but don’t know how. The helplessness and guilt you feel to see them suffer are almost too much to bear. You’ll never give up searching for a way to help them. There’s nothing you wouldn’t do for your child.
You’ve tried everything, but your child is struggling despite your best efforts. You’re constantly managing their tear-streaked tantrums or sullen silences. “Time outs” don’t work, rewards don’t work, you want to pull your hair out sometimes. You’ve tried talking to them, but they won't tell you what they need. You wish you could read their mind. Pain and anxiety are written all over your child’s face. You so badly want to help but don’t know how. The helplessness and guilt you feel to see them suffer are almost too much to bear. You’ll never give up searching for a way to help them. There’s nothing you wouldn’t do for your child.
Does your life look "fine" on the outside, but inside you're feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin? Are you unsure of who you are anymore? Trying to hold it all together while navigating identity, relationships, anxiety, and big life changes. Are you someone who loves deeply but feels lost in the demands of caring for others, putting yourself last? Maybe you have simply always been the strong one, but lately the weight of that strength is starting to feel too heavy. If any of this sounds like you, then you have come to the right place.
Does your life look "fine" on the outside, but inside you're feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin? Are you unsure of who you are anymore? Trying to hold it all together while navigating identity, relationships, anxiety, and big life changes. Are you someone who loves deeply but feels lost in the demands of caring for others, putting yourself last? Maybe you have simply always been the strong one, but lately the weight of that strength is starting to feel too heavy. If any of this sounds like you, then you have come to the right place.
Rita Jorgensen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38117
Waitlist for new clients
I believe therapy works best when you feel truly seen, accepted, and safe enough to be yourself—even the parts you’re not so sure about yet. My style is warm, open, and non-judgmental, with room for humor and lightness alongside deep, meaningful work. I aim to create a space where you can exhale, be real, and explore what’s going on beneath the surface.
I believe therapy works best when you feel truly seen, accepted, and safe enough to be yourself—even the parts you’re not so sure about yet. My style is warm, open, and non-judgmental, with room for humor and lightness alongside deep, meaningful work. I aim to create a space where you can exhale, be real, and explore what’s going on beneath the surface.
I work with a variety of concerns but particularly enjoy working with unique presentations of OCD, navigating life transitions and identity, and issues of self-esteem/relationship.
Life can feel heavy when you’re carrying around invisible burdens: unspoken fears, lingering shame, or that constant inner voice telling you you’re not enough. You might be moving through a big change, stuck in the same old patterns, or just feeling lost. I offer a compassionate, psychologically safe environment to explore what’s holding you back and help you build toward a life that feels more aligned, connected, and meaningful. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy. My approach is collaborative and attuned to your full context - who you are, where you’ve been, and what you're moving toward.
I work with a variety of concerns but particularly enjoy working with unique presentations of OCD, navigating life transitions and identity, and issues of self-esteem/relationship.
Life can feel heavy when you’re carrying around invisible burdens: unspoken fears, lingering shame, or that constant inner voice telling you you’re not enough. You might be moving through a big change, stuck in the same old patterns, or just feeling lost. I offer a compassionate, psychologically safe environment to explore what’s holding you back and help you build toward a life that feels more aligned, connected, and meaningful. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy. My approach is collaborative and attuned to your full context - who you are, where you’ve been, and what you're moving toward.
Some people call this anxiety, others low self-esteem, codependency, or people-pleasing.
You have never felt like you were enough - like you just couldn't measure up. You did whatever you could to be useful and to achieve, but you just never felt worthy enough of love. You always wanted closer relationships, but it felt out of your grasp. And, now, you work harder, you do more, and you keep showing up for people, hoping that it will be enough for them to stick around. You have a hard time saying "no," even when you know you need to and you just want to be able to slow down. You yearn for connection, but without all of the strings attached. You want to feel more peace, more fulfillment, and more satisfaction.
Some people call this anxiety, others low self-esteem, codependency, or people-pleasing.
You have never felt like you were enough - like you just couldn't measure up. You did whatever you could to be useful and to achieve, but you just never felt worthy enough of love. You always wanted closer relationships, but it felt out of your grasp. And, now, you work harder, you do more, and you keep showing up for people, hoping that it will be enough for them to stick around. You have a hard time saying "no," even when you know you need to and you just want to be able to slow down. You yearn for connection, but without all of the strings attached. You want to feel more peace, more fulfillment, and more satisfaction.
Primary focus is to build self-esteem, independence, and confidence.
If you're looking for a caring and respectful therapist, I'm the right person for you. I help people struggling with anxiety, addiction, depression, and relationship issues. I have over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, holding a graduate degree from the University of Tennessee and 10 additional years of experience specifically in justice-related mental health counseling. I am the ideal therapist for individuals seeking to achieve their goals and become their best selves.
Primary focus is to build self-esteem, independence, and confidence.
If you're looking for a caring and respectful therapist, I'm the right person for you. I help people struggling with anxiety, addiction, depression, and relationship issues. I have over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, holding a graduate degree from the University of Tennessee and 10 additional years of experience specifically in justice-related mental health counseling. I am the ideal therapist for individuals seeking to achieve their goals and become their best selves.
Anxiety, depression, low- self esteem, and life stress can definitely leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, but you don’t have to go through it alone!
In session, I use various art mediums such as drawing, painting, clay, sculpture, collage, and mixed media to help clients process difficult emotions. Art Therapy also helps people to express themselves, explore their identity, and regulate uncomfortable feelings.
Anxiety, depression, low- self esteem, and life stress can definitely leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, but you don’t have to go through it alone!
In session, I use various art mediums such as drawing, painting, clay, sculpture, collage, and mixed media to help clients process difficult emotions. Art Therapy also helps people to express themselves, explore their identity, and regulate uncomfortable feelings.
Find Your Path to Healing and Authentic Living! Many of us find ourselves in a struggle—living in survival mode, feeling depleted, and uncertain about the way forward. Life experiences can shape our perceptions and influence how we show up in the world. For some, these experiences may feel overwhelming, leaving you feeling knocked down and unsure of where to begin the journey to reclaim your strength.
It takes courage to admit when you need support and to seek a healing space where you can unpack, unlearn, and release what no longer serves you.
If you are ready to create the life you want to live...You are in the right place!
Find Your Path to Healing and Authentic Living! Many of us find ourselves in a struggle—living in survival mode, feeling depleted, and uncertain about the way forward. Life experiences can shape our perceptions and influence how we show up in the world. For some, these experiences may feel overwhelming, leaving you feeling knocked down and unsure of where to begin the journey to reclaim your strength.
It takes courage to admit when you need support and to seek a healing space where you can unpack, unlearn, and release what no longer serves you.
If you are ready to create the life you want to live...You are in the right place!
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself? Do you show up strong on the outside while carrying anxiety, past experiences, or life transitions that leave you emotionally drained? You may be high-functioning yet exhausted—struggling with perfectionism, self-doubt, comparison, or imposter syndrome. You’re used to being ‘the strong one,’ but it’s starting to feel heavy. You want clarity, confidence, and peace—but you don’t have to do it alone. At Healing for the Soul, I offer a safe, judgment-free space to show up authentically, process challenges, build boundaries, and reconnect with your inner strength.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself? Do you show up strong on the outside while carrying anxiety, past experiences, or life transitions that leave you emotionally drained? You may be high-functioning yet exhausted—struggling with perfectionism, self-doubt, comparison, or imposter syndrome. You’re used to being ‘the strong one,’ but it’s starting to feel heavy. You want clarity, confidence, and peace—but you don’t have to do it alone. At Healing for the Soul, I offer a safe, judgment-free space to show up authentically, process challenges, build boundaries, and reconnect with your inner strength.
Oftentimes, it is helpful to be reminded that emotional peace and happiness are possible. I strive to create a safe and accepting environment where individuals can fully explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a meaningful way. The purpose of therapy is to embark on a path that will help you find balance within yourself and with the interpersonal relationships that you value. Although therapy can be challenging, it can also yield rewards for those who are willing to be consistent, vulnerable, and engaged.
Oftentimes, it is helpful to be reminded that emotional peace and happiness are possible. I strive to create a safe and accepting environment where individuals can fully explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a meaningful way. The purpose of therapy is to embark on a path that will help you find balance within yourself and with the interpersonal relationships that you value. Although therapy can be challenging, it can also yield rewards for those who are willing to be consistent, vulnerable, and engaged.
As a therapist, I strive to create an environment that affirms who you are as a person. Therapy involves some of our most vulnerable experiences and my practice centers on being supportive so you feel secure while exploring ways to improve your daily life. So much of a positive human experience involves being heard and validated by others, especially in our own homes. I will work with you and your loved ones to learn healthy communication skills to improve your relationships, increase acceptance and understanding in the home, and learn to manage conflict in a healthy manner.
As a therapist, I strive to create an environment that affirms who you are as a person. Therapy involves some of our most vulnerable experiences and my practice centers on being supportive so you feel secure while exploring ways to improve your daily life. So much of a positive human experience involves being heard and validated by others, especially in our own homes. I will work with you and your loved ones to learn healthy communication skills to improve your relationships, increase acceptance and understanding in the home, and learn to manage conflict in a healthy manner.
Life can be tiring and exhausting. Sometimes it can feel like we're underwater and there's no light at the end of this tunnel. When we're having strong thoughts we can't seem to shake, it's truly just peace we're looking for and I hope to help you find that.
Life can be tiring and exhausting. Sometimes it can feel like we're underwater and there's no light at the end of this tunnel. When we're having strong thoughts we can't seem to shake, it's truly just peace we're looking for and I hope to help you find that.
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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.