Self Esteem Therapy - Therapy for Self Esteem

Therapy for Self Esteem

Overview

We all judge ourselves. Of all the judgments we pass, none is more important than the judgment we pass on ourselves. That judgment affects each moment and each aspect of our existence. Our self-judgment is the context in which we view the world, act, set our goals,
and meet the obstacles that confront us.

Individuals with high self-esteem appreciate themselves and enjoy growing as a person and finding fulfillment and meaning in their lives. Positive self-esteem is correlated with life satisfaction, fulfilling relationships, and achievement.

What is Low Self-Esteem?

Low self-esteem is correlated with self-criticisms, anxiety, and depression. People with low self-esteem have difficulty expressing their needs and setting healthy boundaries and may experience self-doubt, shame, fall short of their potential, and tolerate abusive relationships. At Greenwich Psychology, we provide a nurturing environment that offers a scaffolded opportunity to work through these challenges. Our expert clinicians will provide skills and help you develop and recognize your self-worth.

Development of Self-Esteem Issues

Children develop low self-esteem when adults harshly criticize them for their mistakes; children internalize those messages that can impact adulthood. Adverse childhood experiences, such as bullying or abuse, may also contribute to low self-esteem.

In adulthood, any demeaning life experience can reduce self-esteem. Career failure, relationship issues, and life changes can cause self-doubt. These feelings can impact one’s self-worth, confidence, and resilience. Once these issues are compromised, an individual may be more vulnerable to developing negative beliefs and negative patterns.

Treatment for Self Esteem

Cognitive-behavioral therapy is an evidence-based treatment for self-esteem issues. CBT focus is on how negative thinking patterns impact emotions. People with low self-esteem have harsh thought patterns. Our expert clinicians will help you identify triggers, automatic negative thinking, such as labeling yourself incompetent due to an adverse event or specific skills deficit, and providing more effective ways of finding a sense of efficacy.

Meditation is a practice our clinicians often utilize to develop an awareness of thought patterns without buying into your thoughts or emotions. When you have the ability to observe without overidentifying, it will lose its power.

At Greenwich Psychology, our clinicians’ will help you loosen the grip of self-doubt and free yourself from being controlled by negative self-talk or how others perceive you. No one can make you feel negative about yourself without your permission. Instead of searching for external validation, we help you develop and appreciate your inherent value.

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Take the GPG Symptom Checker

At Greenwich Psychology Group, our symptom checker helps clients track their symptoms of depression or anxiety. Taking the assessment doesn't provide a formal diagnosis, but it can help you determine what next steps you may need to take. The evaluation uses a series of questions to review the feelings and symptoms you've experienced over the past two weeks. The results will help you distinguish if professional help is the best next step.

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