Self Esteem Therapists in Raleigh, NC

I am a licensed psychologist with extensive experience treating disordered eating and body image concerns, trauma, social anxiety, self-esteem issues, issues related to family of origin, relationship concerns, career concerns, and mood disorders. I meet my clients with curiosity, warmth, and openness, and will work to create a space where we can partner together in pursuit of your growth. I believe therapy works best when we harness your inner strength and agency through increased self-reflection, self-compassion, and positive coping.

It is my belief that every individual is a unique and a complex being, therefore the theoretical approach taken will be based on your unique individual needs. A collaborative treatment and/or goals plan is created based on the information you provide and my assessment of your emotional, mental, physical, social, spiritual, economic, and career characteristics. I will need your continual input as we identify issues to be addressed within the counseling session. Open and honest communication between counselor and client is imperative to a successful therapeutic relationship.

Are you or your teen feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious about life, school, relationships, college/career, motivation, communication, and overall emotional health? Are you seeking help for your teen to build self-esteem, resilience, coping skills, and gain knowledge, to help them navigate their world which can be filled with so much uncertainty. I am passionate about helping adolescence and young adults find meaning and direction in their lives while supporting them through what can feel like the most difficult life transition - becoming a financially independent, confident, balanced, happy and healthy adult.

My experience includes working with teens and young adults. My specialties include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship/family/life difficulties.

I would be honored to walk with you on your journey to growth, self-awareness, and positive change that you are seeking. Whether you are struggling with challenges pertaining to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, or ADHD, I am here to partner with you as you gain a deeper understanding of these challenges, explore healthier and more hopeful ways to cope, and grow closer to the person you want to become.

I am a queer sex therapist, providing a relaxed, open, collaborative and non-judgmental atmosphere. My intention is to support people in the LGBTQIA+, non-monogamy, and kink communities (Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diverse). I will cater my approach to your needs, but my natural style is straight-forward, so I tend to delve into the issues at hand so that you can see improvement in your emotional well-being as quickly as possible. Once immediate stressors have been calmed, we can work on a deeper level together in order to gain insight on underlying beliefs and experiences that may be contributing to your distress.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, a Nationally Certified Counselor, and a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting concerns, relationship challenges, women's issues, eating disorders, and self-esteem. I work with individuals- both adolescents and adults- as well as families, and together, we create an individualized treatment plan to meet your goals. It can be difficult to reach out for support, and I highly value a safe, non judgmental and compassionate environment for you to further explore your concerns.

I believe that counseling helps others help themselves and is the first step to make the changes they desire. Psychotherapy can help guide you along the path towards self-fulfillment and discovery. My main theoretical approach, as well as techniques used, stem from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have a passion to work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, existential issues, and adjustment issues.

I'm here to help any client that feels they can benefit from my help. Clients struggle with substance abuse, low self-esteem/self-worth, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship problems, communication skills and many more things. As a therapist its less about the "ideal" client and more about how i can find them the answers they may be looking for.

I'm licensed therapist (LCSW) with an eclectic background in multiple disciplines. COVID-19 left many Americans in a state of dispair and distress. My emphasis and background as Mental Specialist encompassed working with adjudicated youth, criminal offenders, an advocate for destitue have been proven vital to help ameliorate the many traumas in reducing adjustment issues, trauma, relationship dynamics, familial dynamics, personal dynamics (e.g., self-esteem). Mr. Smallwood is open all ethnic groups, wtih an emphasis on Male Mental Health and "positive" ethnocentrism for communites impacted by discrimination, and advocacy.

I believe that as human beings we are tasked with navigating the ebbs and flows of life. We experience moments full of joy and laughter while simultaneously coping with the challenges and struggles life throws our way. As a counselor, it is my mission to work with you through the rollercoaster of life. I work with children, teens, adults, and LGBTQ+ populations struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, family dynamics, identity issues, communication and boundary-setting, body-image and self-esteem, and emotion regulation.

As a Baltimore native and veteran, I am committed to serving my community. I graduated from Brescia University with my BSW (2016) and MSW (2019). I also received a Certificate in Sports Social Work from Michigan State University. If you are an athlete, an individual, couple, or family, I can assist you with life difficulties, stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, mood disorders, and eating disorders. If your goals are to increase your self esteem, decrease stress, anxiety, or depression, or overcome childhood trauma I can assist with meeting your goals. I offer modalities such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, Etc.

If you or your teenager can answer yes to ANY of these questions, let's schedule a time to meet conveniently online: Feeling hopeless or like things aren't going to get better? Having difficulty speaking up for yourself or communicating with others?Is it hard adjusting to change? Do you wish you had a clear plan towards reaching your goals? Do you deal with stress? Are you in an open, poly, or non-monogamous relationship (ENM)? Do you have negative thoughts or struggle with low self-esteem? Are you starting to use alcohol or drugs to cope with your problems and worried it may be getting out of control?

I help women overcome anxiety and eating disorders to feel more freedom, safety and joy. My clients are highly sensitive, resilient people who are tired of binging, food restriction, over-exercise, and low self-esteem. Despite all their accomplishments and self-help efforts they can't turn off their thoughts and perfectionism. I get it because I've been there! I'll help you challenge that anxious energy in a healthy way to replace old, negative beliefs, tune into your intuition, and align with your values. You deserve to feel more alive and happy in your life without relying on your pants size to dictate your worth.

The idea of starting therapy can be intimidating, but it's a necessary step in your journey towards healing and peace. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for you to flourish and develop positive coping mechanisms that will help in gaining a better understand of who you are and build your self esteem.

I am pleased to announce the release of my new book, "Affirmative Parenting." It is available as an ebook and paperback version on Amazon. My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, positive environment where thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be explored and understood. I want to help people achieve problem resolution through personal and emotional growth. I have used this approach in a variety of mental health settings and, presently, in my private practice. Please visit my website for more details at www.drdalesheffield.com. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile.

Are you struggling with stress and anxiety and/or depressive symptoms? I provide caring, non-judgmental mental health services. I wish to help you grow to learn more about yourself and your journey. I specialize in working with women who are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, managing stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and developing effective parenting skills.

Accepting new clients! As a therapist, I strive to support young adults (18-35) who are working toward recovery from trauma. I work with clients who have experienced a variety of traumas including sexual assault, accidents, interpersonal violence, arrests/incarceration, abuse and neglect in childhood, etc. Common goals in my work are eliminating unhelpful thinking, eradicating feelings of guilt and shame, enhancing future safety, increasing self-esteem, and improving self-advocacy skills. Additionally, I encourage my clients to work with me to create goals specific to their needs and circumstances.

Are you tired of repeating the same cycles and patterns in life? Battling past trauma, unhealthy relationships, stress, anxiety and low self-esteem? Well let’s talk, sometimes you need someone to support and validate your feelings and experiences, other times you need someone who can challenge your irrational thoughts. With therapy you can learn the tools to recognize and change the self-sabotaging thinking and behaviors.