Self Esteem Therapists in 61701

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Dr. Eleni Malamis
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who offers professional yet warm and caring help to those struggling with life's challenges. I have devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who offers professional yet warm and caring help to those struggling with life's challenges. I have devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns.
(309) 220-3194 View (309) 220-3194
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Dr. Eleni Malamis
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. I provide warm and caring support to those struggling with life's challenges. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has devoted my clinical work to assisting adult individuals with a broad spectrum of concerns. I provide warm and caring support to those struggling with life's challenges. Specifically, I enjoy working with individuals in the following areas: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life transitions, low self-esteem, communication, and relationship concerns.
(309) 204-9552 View (309) 204-9552
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Tara Link
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC, CMI
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701  (Online Only)
Are you seeking more satisfaction in your life? Are you overwhelmed and feeling stuck? Whether you are searching for more daily contentment, or want to heal past wounds and develop lasting change, making the decision to seek help takes courage. As a therapist with a relational and trauma-informed approach, I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, feelings of responsibility, low self-worth, family and relationship challenges, and the emotional impact of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). I understand how these struggles can deeply affect your sense of self and your relationships.
Are you seeking more satisfaction in your life? Are you overwhelmed and feeling stuck? Whether you are searching for more daily contentment, or want to heal past wounds and develop lasting change, making the decision to seek help takes courage. As a therapist with a relational and trauma-informed approach, I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, feelings of responsibility, low self-worth, family and relationship challenges, and the emotional impact of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). I understand how these struggles can deeply affect your sense of self and your relationships.
(312) 494-1437 View (312) 494-1437
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Jan Holmes Counseling
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701  (Online Only)
" Shame presents as low self esteem, depression, anxiety, hopelessness, anger, painful relationships, and isolation.
I specialize in working with people around issues of shame that result from addictions, co-dependency, trauma, adoption related issues and more.
" Shame presents as low self esteem, depression, anxiety, hopelessness, anger, painful relationships, and isolation.
I specialize in working with people around issues of shame that result from addictions, co-dependency, trauma, adoption related issues and more.
(309) 644-4758 View (309) 644-4758
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Lauren Dircks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701  (Online Only)
I believe it is important for everyone to have an adequate support system. My approach to joining your support system is to meet you where you are at, collaborate with you, and help you uncover the 'why' that motivates you. I cultivate a calm and compassionate therapeutic environment. I employ various evidence-based practices including mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
I believe it is important for everyone to have an adequate support system. My approach to joining your support system is to meet you where you are at, collaborate with you, and help you uncover the 'why' that motivates you. I cultivate a calm and compassionate therapeutic environment. I employ various evidence-based practices including mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
(309) 741-6914 View (309) 741-6914
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Caitlin Lantz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701  (Online Only)
Has your life taken an unexpected detour? Maybe it's a chaotic relationship, unrelating anxiety or navigating difficult family dynamics. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and sometimes overwhelming. However, there is an incredible amount of power in a strong therapeutic relationship where you can process life with someone who desires to fully understand you with a lens of compassion and empathy.
Has your life taken an unexpected detour? Maybe it's a chaotic relationship, unrelating anxiety or navigating difficult family dynamics. Whatever your struggles might be, fighting these battles on your own can be difficult, painful and sometimes overwhelming. However, there is an incredible amount of power in a strong therapeutic relationship where you can process life with someone who desires to fully understand you with a lens of compassion and empathy.
(217) 216-9157 View (217) 216-9157
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Bob Rogers
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Hello - Are you feeling stuck, confused, uncertain, sad? Life often presents us with challenges and obstacles that limit us in reaching our full potential. As a licensed therapist and nationally certified counselor with 25 years of experience, I would love the opportunity to help you become "unstuck" and reach that full potential. I typically use cognitive-behavioral therapy and solution-focused brief therapy in a safe and collaborative environment. My hope is by working collaboratively, you will experience insight, growth and empowerment that will lead to a life of happiness, positive change and improved coping strategies.
Hello - Are you feeling stuck, confused, uncertain, sad? Life often presents us with challenges and obstacles that limit us in reaching our full potential. As a licensed therapist and nationally certified counselor with 25 years of experience, I would love the opportunity to help you become "unstuck" and reach that full potential. I typically use cognitive-behavioral therapy and solution-focused brief therapy in a safe and collaborative environment. My hope is by working collaboratively, you will experience insight, growth and empowerment that will lead to a life of happiness, positive change and improved coping strategies.
(309) 938-4853 View (309) 938-4853
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Julia M Bozarth
Counselor, MA, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Before I was a therapist, I was an educator. For one course, my job was to teach first responders how to get important information from potentially traumatized witnesses/victims. I often wondered what I would do if I were permitted to see the crisis through. I believe it's my combination of a solid background in communication-which includes relationships, gender-speak, assertiveness and self-talk-and my education in Clinical Psychology and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor certification that provide for a well-balanced approach to individual counseling.
Before I was a therapist, I was an educator. For one course, my job was to teach first responders how to get important information from potentially traumatized witnesses/victims. I often wondered what I would do if I were permitted to see the crisis through. I believe it's my combination of a solid background in communication-which includes relationships, gender-speak, assertiveness and self-talk-and my education in Clinical Psychology and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor certification that provide for a well-balanced approach to individual counseling.
(309) 271-1161 View (309) 271-1161
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Kimberly Hays
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Are you considering therapy to help you cope with stress, negative emotions or maybe to strengthen self-esteem? If so, my practice may be a good choice for you. My practice focuses on work with adults who seek counseling for personal growth to feel emotionally stronger and more content, or for those who are trying to work through negative feelings connected with relationship concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, self-esteem, or anxiety. I view issues through a cultural lens, being mindful of the influences of society on people's lives.
Are you considering therapy to help you cope with stress, negative emotions or maybe to strengthen self-esteem? If so, my practice may be a good choice for you. My practice focuses on work with adults who seek counseling for personal growth to feel emotionally stronger and more content, or for those who are trying to work through negative feelings connected with relationship concerns, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, self-esteem, or anxiety. I view issues through a cultural lens, being mindful of the influences of society on people's lives.
(309) 321-0531 View (309) 321-0531
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Nicole Kelley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
In over 20 years of clinical experience, I have had the opportunity to work with people in crisis, as well as those struggling with depression, anxiety, family/relationship issues, behavioral issues, self-harm, and/or low self-esteem. I am comfortable working with adolescents and adults, as well as families. Through a solution-focused, supportive environment, I can assist clients in determining solutions for their problems. I utilize a combination of mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy techniques, and motivational interviewing.
In over 20 years of clinical experience, I have had the opportunity to work with people in crisis, as well as those struggling with depression, anxiety, family/relationship issues, behavioral issues, self-harm, and/or low self-esteem. I am comfortable working with adolescents and adults, as well as families. Through a solution-focused, supportive environment, I can assist clients in determining solutions for their problems. I utilize a combination of mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy techniques, and motivational interviewing.
(309) 807-3962 View (309) 807-3962
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Deanne Bajaj
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like life is just too hard? Are you looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to share? I would love to help you! I believe in meeting people where they are at and working with them to take small steps or huge leaps in the directions they’d like to go! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have worked with individuals with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, low self-esteem, relationship issues, addictions, chronic medical conditions, and financial difficulties. I love helping people, and I feel it is a gift to journey through triumphs and challenges with the individuals I counsel!
Do you feel like life is just too hard? Are you looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to share? I would love to help you! I believe in meeting people where they are at and working with them to take small steps or huge leaps in the directions they’d like to go! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have worked with individuals with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, low self-esteem, relationship issues, addictions, chronic medical conditions, and financial difficulties. I love helping people, and I feel it is a gift to journey through triumphs and challenges with the individuals I counsel!
(309) 247-1437 View (309) 247-1437
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Lisa Albaugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
Are you ready to make a change in your life? Are you tired of thinking and feeling the way you do? If you are ready for a change, let’s talk. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of successful therapy. I view our relationship as collaborative. You will always be the expert on you while I bring my background, training, and 20+ years of experience to help you approach life in a different way.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? Are you tired of thinking and feeling the way you do? If you are ready for a change, let’s talk. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of successful therapy. I view our relationship as collaborative. You will always be the expert on you while I bring my background, training, and 20+ years of experience to help you approach life in a different way.
(309) 322-7622 View (309) 322-7622
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Allie Huddleston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701
My clinical interests include trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, and couples counseling. I currently utilize a person-centered, strength-based approach to counseling but adjust this to the needs of my client(s). No matter the need or interest for counseling services, I find self-love, self-empowerment, and self-grace to be of utmost importance.
My clinical interests include trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, and couples counseling. I currently utilize a person-centered, strength-based approach to counseling but adjust this to the needs of my client(s). No matter the need or interest for counseling services, I find self-love, self-empowerment, and self-grace to be of utmost importance.
(309) 305-3853 View (309) 305-3853
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Misty Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701  (Online Only)
Are you having a tough time managing work, parenting, providing for others and having a life for yourself? Are you exhausted from helping everyone else and not having anyone pour the same love, care and compassion into you? Do you feel like you have more life to live but are unsure of where to start?
Are you having a tough time managing work, parenting, providing for others and having a life for yourself? Are you exhausted from helping everyone else and not having anyone pour the same love, care and compassion into you? Do you feel like you have more life to live but are unsure of where to start?
(224) 509-6951 View (224) 509-6951
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Meghan Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
It’s okay to not be okay. I’m here to meet you where you are and work together to get you where you want to be. I offer a warm, safe environment where you will not feel judged. I love being a therapist. I am passionate about mental health and love to help people become happier, healthier, and more connected. Over and over, I’ve seen the power of therapy to transform lives. I believe that by treating my clients with the greatest compassion and understanding, I model for them a better way to treat themselves. I show them what it feels like to be accepted for the things they thought were unacceptable.
It’s okay to not be okay. I’m here to meet you where you are and work together to get you where you want to be. I offer a warm, safe environment where you will not feel judged. I love being a therapist. I am passionate about mental health and love to help people become happier, healthier, and more connected. Over and over, I’ve seen the power of therapy to transform lives. I believe that by treating my clients with the greatest compassion and understanding, I model for them a better way to treat themselves. I show them what it feels like to be accepted for the things they thought were unacceptable.
(309) 518-1427 View (309) 518-1427
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Carley Nigro
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Waitlist for new clients
At this time, I have a waitlist. I’m aware of the unique psychological, emotional, and social challenges faced by young individuals as they navigate the complexities of childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood. I would like to walk alongside of those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and family dynamics concerns. I believe that you are capable of growth and healing!
At this time, I have a waitlist. I’m aware of the unique psychological, emotional, and social challenges faced by young individuals as they navigate the complexities of childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood. I would like to walk alongside of those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and family dynamics concerns. I believe that you are capable of growth and healing!
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Jamie Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bloomington, IL 61701  (Online Only)
Hello, have you been feeling stuck and unable to see a path out of the place you've found yourself in? I am a supporter of women and the LGBTQ+ community. I support you just the way you are and will provide a safe space for you to grow into the person you want to be. I am comfortable talking about sexuality and issues of identity. I have a special interest in working with trans people and I am open to helping people transition into who they want to be. Also, I can help you hold space for your grief. I am compassionate and can understand those who are grieving.
Hello, have you been feeling stuck and unable to see a path out of the place you've found yourself in? I am a supporter of women and the LGBTQ+ community. I support you just the way you are and will provide a safe space for you to grow into the person you want to be. I am comfortable talking about sexuality and issues of identity. I have a special interest in working with trans people and I am open to helping people transition into who they want to be. Also, I can help you hold space for your grief. I am compassionate and can understand those who are grieving.
(309) 300-3072 View (309) 300-3072
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Ashley Reynolds
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like you're stuck no matter how hard you try to move forward? Our brains can leave us feeling like we are at the mercy of our past. When disturbing or traumatizing events happen, those events can become locked in our nervous system as if we are frozen in time with all same uncomfortable feelings. People, situations, or events can subconsciously trigger those stuck memories leaving you feeling anxious, paranoid, irritable, depressed, or otherwise fearful without an obvious cause. Together we can heal your trauma and allow you to move on from your pain.
Do you feel like you're stuck no matter how hard you try to move forward? Our brains can leave us feeling like we are at the mercy of our past. When disturbing or traumatizing events happen, those events can become locked in our nervous system as if we are frozen in time with all same uncomfortable feelings. People, situations, or events can subconsciously trigger those stuck memories leaving you feeling anxious, paranoid, irritable, depressed, or otherwise fearful without an obvious cause. Together we can heal your trauma and allow you to move on from your pain.
(217) 689-1755 View (217) 689-1755
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Brandy Elmore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Accepting new clients. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, active listening, and collaboration. My goal is to empower you on your path to healing and personal growth. Whether you're facing specific issues or simply seeking a space to explore your thoughts and feelings, I am here to support you. Together, we will work towards understanding your unique experiences, identifying strengths, and navigating challenges. As a mental health therapist with a background in neuroscience research, I am uniquely equipped to provide evidence-based interventions that address both the psychological and biological aspects of mental health.
Accepting new clients. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, active listening, and collaboration. My goal is to empower you on your path to healing and personal growth. Whether you're facing specific issues or simply seeking a space to explore your thoughts and feelings, I am here to support you. Together, we will work towards understanding your unique experiences, identifying strengths, and navigating challenges. As a mental health therapist with a background in neuroscience research, I am uniquely equipped to provide evidence-based interventions that address both the psychological and biological aspects of mental health.
(309) 245-7512 View (309) 245-7512
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Abby J. Taplin
Counselor, LCPC
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61701
Do you feel overwhelmed with bouts of depression or anxiety? I can help you. Together, we can unlock old patterns of thinking that may have left you feeling trapped or stuck through mindfulness based CBT which focuses on changing your relationship with negative emotions. Mindfulness allows one to become more cognitive of their immediate reaction to unsettling thoughts and emotions. In doing so, this allows one to employ skills to redefine that experience and promote self-love, compassion, and growth. I believe everyone is capable of finding joy, peace and fulfillment in their lives.
Do you feel overwhelmed with bouts of depression or anxiety? I can help you. Together, we can unlock old patterns of thinking that may have left you feeling trapped or stuck through mindfulness based CBT which focuses on changing your relationship with negative emotions. Mindfulness allows one to become more cognitive of their immediate reaction to unsettling thoughts and emotions. In doing so, this allows one to employ skills to redefine that experience and promote self-love, compassion, and growth. I believe everyone is capable of finding joy, peace and fulfillment in their lives.
(815) 418-7137 View (815) 418-7137
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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.