Self-Esteem Therapy
When people talk about self-esteem, what they often mean is authenticity. You may look confident to others, but inside you feel like you’re faking it—or worse, you worry that if you try to project more confidence, you’ll come across as arrogant. Most people would rather feel insecure than be seen as boastful. That tension is exactly why authentic confidence matters. It isn’t about inflating your ego; it’s about feeling steady, genuine, and comfortable in your own skin.
Why Self-Esteem Struggles Happen
Self-esteem struggles usually begin early in life. Family roles, old expectations, or the way you saw yourself growing up can quietly shape how you feel as an adult. Unlike some areas of therapy that stay focused only on the present, self-esteem work often involves looking at the past—but not to dwell on it. The goal is to notice how those old stories are still shaping your self-image, and then carefully rework them so they no longer hold you back.
Our Approach to Self-Esteem Therapy
Our approach is intentionally supportive. We give you space to sit with the uncomfortable parts of self-doubt, without pushing you to “perform” confidence or cover it up with quick fixes. This is the place where you can say what you can’t say to friends or colleagues, especially if you’re worried about judgment. That support is balanced with evidence-based methods that are proven to help. We draw from trusted frameworks like Internal Family Systems (IFS), which helps identify and work with the different “parts” of you that may hold shame or self-criticism, and Relational Frame Theory, which clarifies the language and narratives you use about yourself. Along the way, we may use cognitive and behavioral tools to challenge distorted thinking and reshape the stories that keep you stuck.
What You’ll Gain in Self-Esteem Therapy
Space to sit with your doubts without judgment
Supportive guidance that balances exploration with action
Evidence-based tools (IFS, Relational Frame Theory, CBT)
A healthier, more authentic narrative about yourself
Confidence that feels natural, grounded, and sustainable
- Tools to break free from imposter syndrome and step into authenticity
We are not here to prop you up with praise or hand out empty affirmations. Validation alone won’t create lasting change. Instead, we help you build confidence that feels both authentic and sustainable—confidence grounded in self-understanding, healthy patterns, and skills you can carry into every part of your life.