Counseling to heal the root cause of low self-esteem

Can you imagine a life without low self-esteem struggles?

The counseling experts at Integrative Psychotherapy Montana have a lot of experience working with adults and college students who struggle with self-esteem. It’s a common reason people seek counseling. You are here because perhaps you would like to feel more confident about yourself, and proud of who you are. We all struggle with low confidence from time to time. But when you struggle with low self-esteem, it tends to be chronic, and you lack confidence most of the time. Most days, you doubt yourself and think you are not enough or not worthy of feeling valued. Living with low self-esteem and low self-worth can take a toll on your mental health. Your life can feel limited and small much of the time, with unfulfilled goals and dreams. You may have even stopped dreaming and creating achievable goals for yourself because of your self-esteem issues. Feeling bad about yourself can have many causes, often it is rooted in earlier experiences. At Integrative Psychotherapy Montana, we feel strongly that counseling should get to the root cause of your self-esteem deficits. Identifying your symptoms of low self-esteem is the start to finding the root cause. If you are suffering from low self-worth I look forward to the chance to work with you to create the life that you deserve.

You do Have the Power to Change How You Feel About Yourself, and working with an expert therapist on increasing your self-esteem is a great place to start.

Does any of this resonate with you?

• You are constantly doubting your abilities or decisions

• You have negative thoughts or are constantly criticizing yourself

• You struggle to advocate for yourself

• You struggle to identify your strengths

• You struggle to identify your strengths

• You feel unworthy of having a better life

• You worry about what others think of you or assume they are unhappy with you

• You are afraid of trying new things because you might not succeed

• You tend to tolerate unhealthy situations because you feel undeserving of better

Many who struggle with low self-esteem do not feel worthy of getting help. We are here to tell you that you deserve to get help and feel better about yourself.

Low self-esteem can have many causes, but often, it is something that develops during childhood. Perhaps you struggled in school or were bullied. Many with low self-esteem did not have parents who were able to support and foster a more positive self-image. Low self-esteem or self-worth is something you can change about yourself with the right kind of counseling. With the right support, you can learn to feel good about who you are, trust in your positive traits, be less self-critical, and take on challenges that will support your growth and life satisfaction.

What are some common symptoms of low self-esteem?

Symptoms of low self-esteem can affect various aspects of a person's life, including their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Here are common symptoms:

1. Negative Self-Talk:

   • Constantly criticizing oneself

   • Believing one is not good enough, unworthy, or incompetent

   • Focusing on perceived flaws or weaknesses

2. Social Withdrawal:

   • Avoiding social situations or interactions

   • Feeling uncomfortable or anxious around others

   • Fear of rejection or disapproval

3. Difficulty Accepting Compliments:

   • Dismissing compliments or feeling unworthy of praise

   • Feeling uncomfortable when receiving positive feedback

4. Perfectionism:

   • Setting excessively high standards for oneself

   • Feeling disappointed or inadequate when unable to meet these standards

   • Procrastination or avoidance due to fear of failure

5. Negative Emotional States:

   • Feelings of sadness, depression, or anxiety

   • Helplessness or hopelessness

   • Anger or frustration towards oneself

6. Comparison to Others:

   • Constantly comparing oneself unfavorably to others

   • Feeling jealous or envious of others' successes or qualities

7. Difficulty Asserting Oneself:

   • Avoiding expressing opinions or needs

   • Fear of speaking up or asserting boundaries

8. Self-Isolation:

   • Preferring to be alone rather than engage with others

   • Feeling unworthy of meaningful relationships

9. Physical Symptoms:

   • Fatigue or low energy levels

   • Changes in appetite or sleep patterns

10. Overly Self-Critical Behavior:

• Engaging in self-destructive behaviors or habits

• Difficulty making decisions due to fear of making mistakes

These symptoms can significantly impact a person's well-being and quality of life. Addressing low self-esteem often involves building self-awareness, challenging negative thought patterns, developing self-compassion, and seeking support from trusted individuals or mental health professionals. Therapy, counseling, and self-help strategies can be effective in improving self-esteem and fostering a healthier self-perception.

How would your life change if you had more self confidence?

Working with a therapist to increase your positive self-regard can be a life-changing experience. Can you imagine meeting each day with positive feelings instead of dread? How would your life improve? At Integrative Psychotherapy Montana, we offer you the opportunity to work with our expert therapists using supportive therapy and techniques such as CBT skills, solution-focused therapy, IFS, and EMDR Therapy. EMDR in particular can be incredibly helpful if you need to heal traumatic wounds from the past that continue to hold you back now.

Our psychologists and counselors are very skilled at helping you address the problems that bring you to counseling. We use very effective therapies that empower clients by teaching them how to change the patterns in thinking, behavior, or emotional responses that cause distress, so they can improve the quality of their lives. Send us an email today and get started working with a therapist at Integrative Psychotherapy Montana. We are dedicated to helping you get better and resolve your mental health concerns.

About Integrative Psychotherapy & Mind Body. Medicine Montana

Integrative Psychotherapy Montana is a collective of experienced heart-centered and neuroscience-based psychologists and psychotherapists who provide evidence-based therapy as well as mindfulness and somatic practices. They are based in Bozeman Montana and practice locally and throughout Montana virtually. The clinicians offer a range of psychological services provided by licensed practitioners at the doctoral and master levels, with additional advanced training in many therapeutic modalities. We provide individual, relationship family therapy and EMDR intensive services to adults and couples, and specialize in areas such as trauma, PTSD, addiction, depression, anxiety, stress, emotion regulation skills, relationship conflict, loss, divorce, and life transitions. We accept most forms of insurance. Schedule today!