Self-Esteem Improvement
Do you suffer from anxiety or depression? Do you often feel awkward and self-conscious in social settings? Are you constantly comparing yourself to others and finding you never measure up? Self-esteem is a concept that speaks to how we feel about ourselves. High self-esteem makes one feel confident, centered, and worthy of love.
People with low self-esteem often feel shame and self-doubt. They often feel critical of themselves and are unworthy of love or praise.
Recognizing Low Self-Esteem - Individuals with low self-esteem typically cope with it using one of the following three models:
Imposter Syndrome: Hiding insecurities behind achievements, projecting false confidence. Common in perfectionists and procrastinators.
Rebellion: Masking inferiority by pretending not to care, leading to defiance, anger, or rule-breaking.
Victimhood: Feeling powerless in life’s challenges, relying on others, and adopting a victim mindset.
Regardless of how low self-esteem manifests, the results are always the same:
Depression and anxiety
Lack of joy in life
Anger, guilt, sadness
Self-doubt
A lack of resilience
Loneliness
Isolation
Codependency
Treatment for Low Self-Esteem
The good news is that self-esteem can improve by changing beliefs, behavior, and thought patterns. Many people develop low self-esteem in childhood and have carried it for years, which is why seeking the guidance of a trained therapist is so important.
At Choice Point Counseling, our knowledgeable therapists help clients build a healthier, more realistic sense of self. They assist in uncovering the roots of low self-esteem and provide tools to replace negative beliefs and self-criticism with self-compassion.