Self Esteem Therapists in Wildwood, MO
Dena Henry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63040 (Online Only)
Many of the individuals I work with struggle with issues surrounding self-esteem, people pleasing, and caretaking behaviors. Often times, these issues lead to feelings or symptoms of depression or anxiety. It is hard to live our crazy busy lives day in and day out while handling the heaviness of our feelings and caretaking the feelings of those around us. Where I see these issues arise is in relationships that thrive in codependency, such as caring for a loved one who has an addiction, parenting and postpartum, and in being the primary or default caretaker for others.
Many of the individuals I work with struggle with issues surrounding self-esteem, people pleasing, and caretaking behaviors. Often times, these issues lead to feelings or symptoms of depression or anxiety. It is hard to live our crazy busy lives day in and day out while handling the heaviness of our feelings and caretaking the feelings of those around us. Where I see these issues arise is in relationships that thrive in codependency, such as caring for a loved one who has an addiction, parenting and postpartum, and in being the primary or default caretaker for others.
Madeline M. Senay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63038
I am also informed on evidence based treatments for anxiety, depression, and low self esteem such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
When I was serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine, the comfort of someone speaking my language was immeasurable. Speaking your language is important to me. Whether it’s through humor, warmth, empathy, or directness, I strive to make therapy relieving rather than another foreign experience. When therapists discuss what type of therapy they do, is it just another set of abbreviations with absolutely no meaning? Let me be your translator. I deeply value education, so if you are unfamiliar with any of the therapies I list below, I will explain extensively as to how they work within session. If you like learning, I'm your person.
I am also informed on evidence based treatments for anxiety, depression, and low self esteem such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
When I was serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine, the comfort of someone speaking my language was immeasurable. Speaking your language is important to me. Whether it’s through humor, warmth, empathy, or directness, I strive to make therapy relieving rather than another foreign experience. When therapists discuss what type of therapy they do, is it just another set of abbreviations with absolutely no meaning? Let me be your translator. I deeply value education, so if you are unfamiliar with any of the therapies I list below, I will explain extensively as to how they work within session. If you like learning, I'm your person.
Mary Lakey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63025 (Online Only)
I am a compassionate, feeling and caring counselor who will listen to your story with empathy and sensitivity. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, stress, depression and anger as well as many other mental health issues. I counsel all populations including underprivileged, LGBTQIA, African Americans, veterans, homeless, unemployed, abused or the ill as well as people victimized by various forms of ageism, racism, sexism and other oppressions. My goal is to tenderly and gently assist clients with their troubles and issues such that they can regain confidence and self-esteem in efforts to live productive and fulfilling lives.
I am a compassionate, feeling and caring counselor who will listen to your story with empathy and sensitivity. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, stress, depression and anger as well as many other mental health issues. I counsel all populations including underprivileged, LGBTQIA, African Americans, veterans, homeless, unemployed, abused or the ill as well as people victimized by various forms of ageism, racism, sexism and other oppressions. My goal is to tenderly and gently assist clients with their troubles and issues such that they can regain confidence and self-esteem in efforts to live productive and fulfilling lives.
Susie Berg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC, CPAT
Verified Verified
Wildwood, MO 63038
I believe a core element of growth lies in the understanding that the only thing you have control over is your thinking and response to any given situation. I seek to provide an atmosphere of non-judgmental support so that you can educate and empower yourself to no longer believe your happiness and contentment lies in anything outside yourself. I invite you, from the heart, to start your journey and discover how to take charge of your wellbeing.
I believe a core element of growth lies in the understanding that the only thing you have control over is your thinking and response to any given situation. I seek to provide an atmosphere of non-judgmental support so that you can educate and empower yourself to no longer believe your happiness and contentment lies in anything outside yourself. I invite you, from the heart, to start your journey and discover how to take charge of your wellbeing.
Joan Cassilly Petersen : Personal Potentials Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CEAP
Verified Verified
Wildwood, MO 63005
To get there means building self esteem, self confidence, resilience and courage.
I enjoy helping people face obstacles in their lives and look at opportunities. I focus on assisting clients to develop their own individual action plan. Together we focus on solutions to reaching their goals. I believe it is important to meet your client where they are, and work from there. Everyone moves at their own pace, but people only change as they feel safe. It is very difficult to let go of old problematic behaviors until you have developed new constructive alternative behaviors. Developing your individual toolbox of coping strategies is a challenge all people face. We all have our own issues, they're just different.
To get there means building self esteem, self confidence, resilience and courage.
I enjoy helping people face obstacles in their lives and look at opportunities. I focus on assisting clients to develop their own individual action plan. Together we focus on solutions to reaching their goals. I believe it is important to meet your client where they are, and work from there. Everyone moves at their own pace, but people only change as they feel safe. It is very difficult to let go of old problematic behaviors until you have developed new constructive alternative behaviors. Developing your individual toolbox of coping strategies is a challenge all people face. We all have our own issues, they're just different.
I help clients increase: self-awareness; relational boundaries; emotion regulation skills; self esteem; congruency between actions, thoughts and feelings; heal from unresolved trauma; and live a more present, adult life.
While we cannot change what has happened in our lives, we can adjust its impact. I am a holistic, trauma-informed therapist who is warm, open-minded, direct, attuned, and pragmatic. I specialize in helping adult clients work through depression, anxiety, complex trauma/attachment trauma, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and dissociation. Secondary areas of specialty include substance use/addictions, neurodivergence/ADHD, and career counseling. I help clients better understand themselves, where they have come from, and gain a better idea of where they would like to go.
I help clients increase: self-awareness; relational boundaries; emotion regulation skills; self esteem; congruency between actions, thoughts and feelings; heal from unresolved trauma; and live a more present, adult life.
While we cannot change what has happened in our lives, we can adjust its impact. I am a holistic, trauma-informed therapist who is warm, open-minded, direct, attuned, and pragmatic. I specialize in helping adult clients work through depression, anxiety, complex trauma/attachment trauma, suicidal ideation, self-harm, and dissociation. Secondary areas of specialty include substance use/addictions, neurodivergence/ADHD, and career counseling. I help clients better understand themselves, where they have come from, and gain a better idea of where they would like to go.
Afshan Malik
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR, Coach, MP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63011 (Online Only)
Life transitions are the new beginning; unfortunately, past experiences, insecurities, trauma, and grief can influence the present behavior & actions. Making life transitions emotionally exhausting while getting the same results exacerbating feelings of stuck-ness in the rut. If you are tired of starting over and want to learn Why, When, & How you self-sabotage your success & relationships, If you want to gain mastery over your emotions, have clarity, focus, and commitment to your life goals. Grow personally/professionally, feel more in control, and less stressed than I am the therapeutic coach you need. Online and self-pay only.
Life transitions are the new beginning; unfortunately, past experiences, insecurities, trauma, and grief can influence the present behavior & actions. Making life transitions emotionally exhausting while getting the same results exacerbating feelings of stuck-ness in the rut. If you are tired of starting over and want to learn Why, When, & How you self-sabotage your success & relationships, If you want to gain mastery over your emotions, have clarity, focus, and commitment to your life goals. Grow personally/professionally, feel more in control, and less stressed than I am the therapeutic coach you need. Online and self-pay only.
Amanda Carr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC CSC, RPT™
Verified Verified
Wildwood, MO 63021
Children, teens and young adults that have experienced trauma, anxiety and depression often have difficulty coping with everyday stressors. School, work and everyday life can be overwhelming whether you are in kindergarten, high school or beyond. By developing healthy interpersonal boundaries, self-esteem and appropriate coping skills they can experience the world around them with confidence and resilience. I will create a genuine therapeutic relationship that will allow me to meet them where they are and provide the additional support, they need to lead successful lives.
Children, teens and young adults that have experienced trauma, anxiety and depression often have difficulty coping with everyday stressors. School, work and everyday life can be overwhelming whether you are in kindergarten, high school or beyond. By developing healthy interpersonal boundaries, self-esteem and appropriate coping skills they can experience the world around them with confidence and resilience. I will create a genuine therapeutic relationship that will allow me to meet them where they are and provide the additional support, they need to lead successful lives.
Mary Downey-Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63038
Welcome to your new beginning! I am here to walk beside you through the healing process and to guide you towards a healthier version of yourself. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I genuinely value the importance of building rapport with clients and to support clients finding a therapist they feel is a good fit for them based on their individual treatment needs and goals. I believe in the inherent resilience of the human spirit and embrace a strength-based lens when working with individuals who have experienced trauma as well as other challenges and stressors.
Welcome to your new beginning! I am here to walk beside you through the healing process and to guide you towards a healthier version of yourself. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I genuinely value the importance of building rapport with clients and to support clients finding a therapist they feel is a good fit for them based on their individual treatment needs and goals. I believe in the inherent resilience of the human spirit and embrace a strength-based lens when working with individuals who have experienced trauma as well as other challenges and stressors.
What is keeping you from living the life that you long-for? What are the roadblocks that you just can't seem to navigate through on your own? I have a passion for helping individuals and families find their inner source of hope and gain the skills to work through life's obstacles. With patience and perseverance I provide a safe, personal, and realistic approach to counseling. You don't have to be weighed down by your emotions, I believe in earning your trust and look forward to walking along side you. Healing can be the start of your new beginning!
What is keeping you from living the life that you long-for? What are the roadblocks that you just can't seem to navigate through on your own? I have a passion for helping individuals and families find their inner source of hope and gain the skills to work through life's obstacles. With patience and perseverance I provide a safe, personal, and realistic approach to counseling. You don't have to be weighed down by your emotions, I believe in earning your trust and look forward to walking along side you. Healing can be the start of your new beginning!
Jean Ricks-Ayer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63038
If you are interested in deepening and expanding your awareness and understanding of Self, as a means of finding a more confident pathway to your most authentic life, you're in the right place. I have a special interest and knack for working with individuals in leadership and helping positions find grounding, balance, and most importantly, self acceptance. My approach will be tailored just for you, utilizing a blend of holistic, integrative, trauma-informed approaches including Internal Family Systems (or "parts work"), somatic work, and mindfulness. You are way more than your brain-all of you should be acknowledged in therapy!
If you are interested in deepening and expanding your awareness and understanding of Self, as a means of finding a more confident pathway to your most authentic life, you're in the right place. I have a special interest and knack for working with individuals in leadership and helping positions find grounding, balance, and most importantly, self acceptance. My approach will be tailored just for you, utilizing a blend of holistic, integrative, trauma-informed approaches including Internal Family Systems (or "parts work"), somatic work, and mindfulness. You are way more than your brain-all of you should be acknowledged in therapy!
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Christine E Ottinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63040
Is your teen or tween struggling at home, school or in peer relationships? Is his/her mood or behavior creating a chaotic environment for your family? I believe that with education and encouragement, your adolescent can learn the skills necessary to cope with stress, adjust to life's transitions and mature into a healthy resilient adult.
Is your teen or tween struggling at home, school or in peer relationships? Is his/her mood or behavior creating a chaotic environment for your family? I believe that with education and encouragement, your adolescent can learn the skills necessary to cope with stress, adjust to life's transitions and mature into a healthy resilient adult.
Dr. Christina Ann Tisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63040
There's this great Greek word, "paraclete," and one of its meanings is "to come alongside." That's how I see my role as a counselor: I am there to come alongside you in your journey - whether it is a fork in the road, the need for clarity, a decision to make, figuring out where you want to go next, or improving your relationship with yourself and/or others, just to name a few. It is an honor to come alongside you in life's journey.
There's this great Greek word, "paraclete," and one of its meanings is "to come alongside." That's how I see my role as a counselor: I am there to come alongside you in your journey - whether it is a fork in the road, the need for clarity, a decision to make, figuring out where you want to go next, or improving your relationship with yourself and/or others, just to name a few. It is an honor to come alongside you in life's journey.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, or behavioral issues? Do you long for a compassionate, supportive counselor who understands your unique challenges and can guide you towards positive change? Look no further. As a specialized counselor, I offer empathetic support tailored to individuals facing ADHD, depression, anxiety, and behavioral hurdles. My approach is rooted in kindness, understanding, and a genuine desire to see my clients thrive. I believe in fostering a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore your concerns.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, or behavioral issues? Do you long for a compassionate, supportive counselor who understands your unique challenges and can guide you towards positive change? Look no further. As a specialized counselor, I offer empathetic support tailored to individuals facing ADHD, depression, anxiety, and behavioral hurdles. My approach is rooted in kindness, understanding, and a genuine desire to see my clients thrive. I believe in fostering a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express yourself and explore your concerns.
The first step to change is deciding you are ready. Life is beautiful, but it can also be hard. If things feel out of control, you aren't reaching your goals, or you simply need someone to talk to, therapy might be for you. In my practice, I aspire to help each of my clients better understand their struggles, set goals, and begin the often difficult work of growth through an eclectic, client-centered approach that focuses on strengths and solutions and incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
The first step to change is deciding you are ready. Life is beautiful, but it can also be hard. If things feel out of control, you aren't reaching your goals, or you simply need someone to talk to, therapy might be for you. In my practice, I aspire to help each of my clients better understand their struggles, set goals, and begin the often difficult work of growth through an eclectic, client-centered approach that focuses on strengths and solutions and incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Amanda N Cook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Wildwood, MO 63038 (Online Only)
It can be difficult to understand what you're feeling, why you're feeling this way, and express how you feel. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, peer relationships, school and work pressure know that you’re not alone—seeking support through challenging and confusing times as an adolescent or young adult is a strength.
It can be difficult to understand what you're feeling, why you're feeling this way, and express how you feel. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, peer relationships, school and work pressure know that you’re not alone—seeking support through challenging and confusing times as an adolescent or young adult is a strength.
Erica Rosen-McGinnis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63040
I am passionate about connecting with people and providing a safe and confidential space in which you can share your hopes, dreams, and fears. I believe that each person has innate strengths and I feel honored to be able to be a part of your journey towards a more satisfying and healthy life.
I am passionate about connecting with people and providing a safe and confidential space in which you can share your hopes, dreams, and fears. I believe that each person has innate strengths and I feel honored to be able to be a part of your journey towards a more satisfying and healthy life.
Lauren Scheidegger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S™, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wildwood, MO 63040
I am a Registered Play Therapist, and I work with children ages 2-12. I have experience working with various issues, and diagnoses. I will work with parents and children to address their issues and concerns, and can include family member throughout the process if needed.
I am a Registered Play Therapist, and I work with children ages 2-12. I have experience working with various issues, and diagnoses. I will work with parents and children to address their issues and concerns, and can include family member throughout the process if needed.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, worried, or depressed? Life can be very challenging at times! With the right help and guidance however, we can find our way back towards emotional well-being and resolve the issues that burden us. As valedictorian of both my undergraduate and graduate degree program, professional excellence and effective treatment is a priority for me in my work with children, adolescents, and adults.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, worried, or depressed? Life can be very challenging at times! With the right help and guidance however, we can find our way back towards emotional well-being and resolve the issues that burden us. As valedictorian of both my undergraduate and graduate degree program, professional excellence and effective treatment is a priority for me in my work with children, adolescents, and adults.
Mental wellness is just as important as our physical wellness. Whether you are trying to pinpoint your child's or teen's presenting issue, are feeling they are in a "funk" or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or school difficulties, I would be honored to help be a guide to help find balance in your life. We all have the potential to grow and find happiness even in the midst of chaos or times of uncertainty. If you are ready to make changes in your life, I'd be happy to help guide your family.
Mental wellness is just as important as our physical wellness. Whether you are trying to pinpoint your child's or teen's presenting issue, are feeling they are in a "funk" or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or school difficulties, I would be honored to help be a guide to help find balance in your life. We all have the potential to grow and find happiness even in the midst of chaos or times of uncertainty. If you are ready to make changes in your life, I'd be happy to help guide your family.
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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.