Understanding Self-Esteem

Self-esteem is how you value yourself—your abilities, your voice, and your inherent worth.
When self-esteem is low, it can affect every part of life, including relationships, work performance, emotional health, and personal goals.

Low self-esteem often shows up as:

• Constant self-criticism or negative self-talk
• Feeling unworthy or “not good enough”
• Difficulty setting boundaries
• Fear of judgment or rejection
• People-pleasing or overthinking
• Comparing yourself to others
• Avoiding opportunities or challenges
• Trouble accepting compliments or praise
• Perfectionism or fear of failure

These patterns can feel overwhelming, but they can be unlearned. Therapy helps you challenge internal beliefs and rebuild a healthier sense of self.

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What Causes Low Self-Esteem?

Self-esteem is shaped by many experiences, including:

• Childhood experiences or criticism
• Family dynamics or lack of emotional support
• Trauma or bullying
• Social pressure or comparison
• Relationship patterns
• Perfectionism
• Work or academic pressure
• Identity struggles (including LGBTQ+ identity stress)

Our therapists help you explore the roots of these beliefs while building new patterns based on self-acceptance and emotional resilience.

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Our Approach to Self-Esteem Therapy

Self-esteem therapy at PS It’s Counseling focuses on empowering you to understand your emotions, break unhelpful patterns, and reconnect with your inner strength.

We integrate approaches tailored to your needs, including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identifies and reframes negative thinking patterns.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Builds emotional regulation and self-acceptance.
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Helps align your actions with your values.
• Inner Child Work: Heals emotional wounds from early life that shape self-worth.
• Relational Therapy: Strengthens communication and boundaries in relationships.
• Mindfulness Practices: Supports calmness, awareness, and self-compassion.

You’re not rebuilding yourself—you’re reconnecting with the confidence that has always been within you.

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What to Expect in Therapy

1. Self-Exploration: Understand the beliefs and experiences that shape your self-worth.
2. Identifying Negative Patterns: Discover how thoughts and behaviors reinforce low confidence.
3. Skill Building: Learn tools for self-compassion, assertiveness, and emotional regulation.
4. Boundary Setting: Practice healthy communication that reflects your value and needs.
5. Integration: Apply new habits and mindset shifts in daily life for long-lasting confidence.

Therapy becomes a collaborative process where you learn to see yourself through a kinder, stronger, and more empowered lens.

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Benefits of Self-Esteem Therapy

• Increased confidence and emotional resilience
• Healthier relationships and boundaries
• Reduced self-criticism and negative thoughts
• Improved decision-making and independence
• Better stress management
• More satisfaction in work, school, and personal life
• Ability to take risks and pursue goals
• Greater self-compassion and inner peace

Over time, you begin to trust yourself—your judgment, your strengths, and your worth.

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Related Services and Specialties

Self-esteem therapy aligns with several other supportive services:

These services together help strengthen emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

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Our Therapists

Our therapists bring compassion, insight, and evidence-based approaches to help you rebuild confidence and strengthen your relationship with yourself. You’ll feel supported as you explore your identity, challenge old beliefs, and grow into a more empowered version of who you are.

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