Self Esteem Therapists in Ashland, KY
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I’m experienced working with substance abuse clients, as well as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and other mental health concerns. Along with my Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I have nearly 100 hours of continuing education by Dr. Snipes and Clearly Clinical. In addition to my clinical experience, I also have personal experience in overcoming concerns with trauma and mental health. I believe counseling can help a person change their life and improve their ability to cope with difficult experiences.
I’m experienced working with substance abuse clients, as well as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and other mental health concerns. Along with my Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I have nearly 100 hours of continuing education by Dr. Snipes and Clearly Clinical. In addition to my clinical experience, I also have personal experience in overcoming concerns with trauma and mental health. I believe counseling can help a person change their life and improve their ability to cope with difficult experiences.
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Hello Beautiful Being! Thanks for stopping by. If you’re seeking to expand your consciousness, awaken to your highest purpose, heal trauma, overcome limiting beliefs, or deepen a sense of meaning in your life, then you’re in the right place. My mission as a transpersonal psychologist is to help you release stuck emotions of the past, let go of anxieties about the future, and awaken to your natural state in the present moment, which is love, peace, and joy. I help you transmute your pain into power so you go from surviving to thriving!
Hello Beautiful Being! Thanks for stopping by. If you’re seeking to expand your consciousness, awaken to your highest purpose, heal trauma, overcome limiting beliefs, or deepen a sense of meaning in your life, then you’re in the right place. My mission as a transpersonal psychologist is to help you release stuck emotions of the past, let go of anxieties about the future, and awaken to your natural state in the present moment, which is love, peace, and joy. I help you transmute your pain into power so you go from surviving to thriving!
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Healing is a rocky and messy journey, we often quit and walk away from it before we see the true beauty of what healing can do for us. We all have a different road we have walked and each of our goals are different. If you want to start working on yourself but fear the road ahead, I encourage you to reach out and walk the path with me. If you are battling addiction, trauma, low self-esteem or self-worth, or if you are just trying to figure out the next path to take, I encourage you to reach out and we can walk the path together.
Healing is a rocky and messy journey, we often quit and walk away from it before we see the true beauty of what healing can do for us. We all have a different road we have walked and each of our goals are different. If you want to start working on yourself but fear the road ahead, I encourage you to reach out and walk the path with me. If you are battling addiction, trauma, low self-esteem or self-worth, or if you are just trying to figure out the next path to take, I encourage you to reach out and we can walk the path together.
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Hi friend. Are you struggling today? It could be exhaustion from the last couple years, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, or a combination. I help teens and adults who are struggling with the feelings that come with life stressors and transitions. We work together to create a more fulfilling and balanced life. My goal is to come along side you as we work through these feelings and struggles. I'm offering telehealth sessions and walk & talk sessions if you are local to the Ashland area. I am a therapist who struggles with ADHD and enjoy working with clients who are also looking for support in this area.
Hi friend. Are you struggling today? It could be exhaustion from the last couple years, anxiety, depression, lack of motivation, or a combination. I help teens and adults who are struggling with the feelings that come with life stressors and transitions. We work together to create a more fulfilling and balanced life. My goal is to come along side you as we work through these feelings and struggles. I'm offering telehealth sessions and walk & talk sessions if you are local to the Ashland area. I am a therapist who struggles with ADHD and enjoy working with clients who are also looking for support in this area.
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Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and positive change? If you're seeking to enhance your mental well-being, overcome challenges, and unlock your full potential, you've come to the right place. Whether you're facing issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, or personal development, together, we can work towards creating a healthier and more fulfilling life.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and positive change? If you're seeking to enhance your mental well-being, overcome challenges, and unlock your full potential, you've come to the right place. Whether you're facing issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, or personal development, together, we can work towards creating a healthier and more fulfilling life.
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Natalie Criss
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC, NCC, ALPS, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Ashland, KY 41102 (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ Therapist! I am a lesbian and love working with the LGBTQ community. I also specialize in treating PTSD. If you are someone who has been struggling with panic attacks, or maybe feels like your emotional response to things is out of proportion for what 'the thing' is, I am a good counselor for you. If you are someone who is really hard on yourself or maybe you are going through something and simply need someone to talk to, I am a good counselor for you. If you are ready to transition and need support, I am a good counselor for you. I hope to hear from you!
LGBTQ+ Therapist! I am a lesbian and love working with the LGBTQ community. I also specialize in treating PTSD. If you are someone who has been struggling with panic attacks, or maybe feels like your emotional response to things is out of proportion for what 'the thing' is, I am a good counselor for you. If you are someone who is really hard on yourself or maybe you are going through something and simply need someone to talk to, I am a good counselor for you. If you are ready to transition and need support, I am a good counselor for you. I hope to hear from you!
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Tera Hicks
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ashland, KY 41101
As we journey through life, we all come to a point where we struggle with adversities and we don't know where to start to find a solution. We also feel alone and as if no one will understand what we are going through. If you’re struggling to cope with life and feel you have nowhere else to turn, I can help you navigate these feelings and aid you in finding a path forward towards healing. Don't let your struggles become your identity.
As we journey through life, we all come to a point where we struggle with adversities and we don't know where to start to find a solution. We also feel alone and as if no one will understand what we are going through. If you’re struggling to cope with life and feel you have nowhere else to turn, I can help you navigate these feelings and aid you in finding a path forward towards healing. Don't let your struggles become your identity.
Mental illness and/or addiction can be perceived as a raging sea of hopelessness. Lighthouse Professional Counseling Services desires to become a lighthouse in the midst of the storm by providing navigation on your journey. It is our desire for you to reach the ultimate destination of sober living and/or freedom from emotional pain. Our counseling staff includes: Debbie Reeves, LCSW, LCADC/Exec. Dir./Co-Owner and Tiffany Blanton, LPCC,NCC/Clinical Dir./Co-Owner as well as Lena A. Harmon, MA, LPP, Allison C. Jackson, LPCC.
Mental illness and/or addiction can be perceived as a raging sea of hopelessness. Lighthouse Professional Counseling Services desires to become a lighthouse in the midst of the storm by providing navigation on your journey. It is our desire for you to reach the ultimate destination of sober living and/or freedom from emotional pain. Our counseling staff includes: Debbie Reeves, LCSW, LCADC/Exec. Dir./Co-Owner and Tiffany Blanton, LPCC,NCC/Clinical Dir./Co-Owner as well as Lena A. Harmon, MA, LPP, Allison C. Jackson, LPCC.
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Dedicated Family Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Ashland, KY 41101
I offer an empathetic ear to adults and children in a nurturing, therapeutic setting. Sometimes it is very hard to communicate with others. I can bridge the gap between individuals to allow open communication which is key to resolving most family issues. I offer home based services.
I offer an empathetic ear to adults and children in a nurturing, therapeutic setting. Sometimes it is very hard to communicate with others. I can bridge the gap between individuals to allow open communication which is key to resolving most family issues. I offer home based services.
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Steven T Tackett
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashland, KY 41101
As therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
We look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
As therapists, our goal is to help you uncover your potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
We look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
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As an independently licensed clinician, I have a passion for assisting my clients with getting back to living their best life. I believe the core components of my profession are the compassion and empathy. Whether victims of domestic violence, victims of substance use disorder, families struggling with relationship strain, couples in need of a mediator or individuals dealing with crisis and trauma, I’m well versed in assisting you with getting back to who you are meant to be at your core being.
As an independently licensed clinician, I have a passion for assisting my clients with getting back to living their best life. I believe the core components of my profession are the compassion and empathy. Whether victims of domestic violence, victims of substance use disorder, families struggling with relationship strain, couples in need of a mediator or individuals dealing with crisis and trauma, I’m well versed in assisting you with getting back to who you are meant to be at your core being.
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Kim Whitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ashland, KY 41101 (Online Only)
My focus is to help individuals heal, take action in their lives, and become aware of their inner strengths. This is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan together. My approach is ideal for those suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, and highly sensitive people.
My focus is to help individuals heal, take action in their lives, and become aware of their inner strengths. This is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan together. My approach is ideal for those suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, and highly sensitive people.
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Peter B Smith
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ashland, KY 41101
If you are on this page you’re likely “shopping” therapists. If you're looking for an EMDR therapist look no further. If you are an adult or teen struggling with the stress and pressure of life, difficulty with depression or anxiety, a veteran, or perhaps suffering with PTSD, then I might be able to help. Perhaps you struggle with body image issues, maybe life is just overwhelming, people reach out to me for a vast amount of reasons and I don't know if it's a good fit until you reach out. So why would you want to contact me?
If you are on this page you’re likely “shopping” therapists. If you're looking for an EMDR therapist look no further. If you are an adult or teen struggling with the stress and pressure of life, difficulty with depression or anxiety, a veteran, or perhaps suffering with PTSD, then I might be able to help. Perhaps you struggle with body image issues, maybe life is just overwhelming, people reach out to me for a vast amount of reasons and I don't know if it's a good fit until you reach out. So why would you want to contact me?
![Photo of Stacey Shumway Johnson, LPCC-S, LICDCCS, CCMHC, NCC, BCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ee6caad-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Stacey Shumway Johnson
Counselor, LPCC-S, LICDCCS, CCMHC, NCC, BCC
Verified Verified
Ashland, KY 41101 (Online Only)
Together we create a judgement-free zone where the focus is on your life, dreams & happiness. Feeling stuck, stalled or struggling? Many of my clients are just like you. Maybe you have hit a rough patch at work or your relationship isn't what you want it to be...perhaps you need someone to lean on while you work through a life transition.... or you are attempting to gather your courage to try something outside of your comfort zone like opening a business, exploring opportunities or seeking a new relationship. The possibilities are endless & I would love to help you along the way.
Together we create a judgement-free zone where the focus is on your life, dreams & happiness. Feeling stuck, stalled or struggling? Many of my clients are just like you. Maybe you have hit a rough patch at work or your relationship isn't what you want it to be...perhaps you need someone to lean on while you work through a life transition.... or you are attempting to gather your courage to try something outside of your comfort zone like opening a business, exploring opportunities or seeking a new relationship. The possibilities are endless & I would love to help you along the way.
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The ideal client for my practice is anyone who has a willingness to get better and do the work required to get better.
The ideal client for my practice is anyone who has a willingness to get better and do the work required to get better.
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Lorena Lynn Ginn
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Ashland, KY 41101
Hello! My name is Lorena Ginn, but you can call me Lorie. As a therapist I have worked with many ages and populations of clients and the most important thing in therapy is having a strong therapeutic relationship. I would say that one of my best qualities as a person is being able to connect with others. I love to see my clients achieve their goals in therapy and living their best life. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, have past trauma, or experiencing other mental health concerns. Are you a parent that would like your child to start therapy? I would love to help you! Give me a call and let's talk about it.
Hello! My name is Lorena Ginn, but you can call me Lorie. As a therapist I have worked with many ages and populations of clients and the most important thing in therapy is having a strong therapeutic relationship. I would say that one of my best qualities as a person is being able to connect with others. I love to see my clients achieve their goals in therapy and living their best life. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, have past trauma, or experiencing other mental health concerns. Are you a parent that would like your child to start therapy? I would love to help you! Give me a call and let's talk about it.
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Mental Health with Keri Redmond
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ashland, KY 41101
When our mental health is suffering, every day life can often be difficult to manage. As a therapist I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and trauma. Often we feel we have to live up to an Instagram/perfect life, but you don't have to go through those feelings alone. Together we will start to restructure a more realistic mindset with a progression versus perfection approach. Let me help you gain control, improve your quality of life and improve your relationships with others. Together we will manage the difficulties, build skills and improve everyday life existence.
When our mental health is suffering, every day life can often be difficult to manage. As a therapist I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and trauma. Often we feel we have to live up to an Instagram/perfect life, but you don't have to go through those feelings alone. Together we will start to restructure a more realistic mindset with a progression versus perfection approach. Let me help you gain control, improve your quality of life and improve your relationships with others. Together we will manage the difficulties, build skills and improve everyday life existence.
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Liz Fultz
Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP-II, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashland, KY 41102
Waitlist for new clients
Contrary to what many people believe, not all adversity is bad. Over coming challenges produces strength in character, improves competency and leads to joy. Trauma occurs when adversity in life outweighs our available resources. As a EMDR and Trauma Certified therapist, I also incorporate techniques informed by the Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) & Somatic Experiencing (SE) for a bottom up approach. However, my main goal is to remind you of what we all intuitively know - that healing can only happen within the context of emotionally safe relationships. You are safe here.
Contrary to what many people believe, not all adversity is bad. Over coming challenges produces strength in character, improves competency and leads to joy. Trauma occurs when adversity in life outweighs our available resources. As a EMDR and Trauma Certified therapist, I also incorporate techniques informed by the Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) & Somatic Experiencing (SE) for a bottom up approach. However, my main goal is to remind you of what we all intuitively know - that healing can only happen within the context of emotionally safe relationships. You are safe here.
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Jessica D McGlone
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashland, KY 41102 (Online Only)
Silence only strengthens shame's grip, fostering a cacophony within that echoes the weight of an internal critic, knotted thoughts, and lingering childhood trauma. The struggle manifests in overwhelming ways, saturating your life, preventing you from moving beyond the echoes of the past and finding solace in the face of pressures. Relentless thoughts persist, accompanied by tumultuous emotions that surface uninvited and unwelcome. It's a challenge to silence mistakes from echoing as sources of shame, leaving you questioning how your life has become entangled in such chaos, weighted under the pressure of professionalism.
Silence only strengthens shame's grip, fostering a cacophony within that echoes the weight of an internal critic, knotted thoughts, and lingering childhood trauma. The struggle manifests in overwhelming ways, saturating your life, preventing you from moving beyond the echoes of the past and finding solace in the face of pressures. Relentless thoughts persist, accompanied by tumultuous emotions that surface uninvited and unwelcome. It's a challenge to silence mistakes from echoing as sources of shame, leaving you questioning how your life has become entangled in such chaos, weighted under the pressure of professionalism.
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Thomas Roy Lester II
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ALPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ashland, KY 41101
Waitlist for new clients
Modern life can be a complicated and frightening thing. Daily there are news reports of catastrophes, rising economic problems, war, disasters, and the trials of every day living. Continuing issues from the pandemic, with teens and many adults feeling isolated due to the feelings of loss associated with it. Fear of the unknown, and concerns over modern life. Feeling as though you are alone, depressed, and anxious in an ever fast paced world. But hope still exists, it helps you to thrive in this modern world as opposed to just surviving. Hope is there waiting for you to find it, and help you through.
Modern life can be a complicated and frightening thing. Daily there are news reports of catastrophes, rising economic problems, war, disasters, and the trials of every day living. Continuing issues from the pandemic, with teens and many adults feeling isolated due to the feelings of loss associated with it. Fear of the unknown, and concerns over modern life. Feeling as though you are alone, depressed, and anxious in an ever fast paced world. But hope still exists, it helps you to thrive in this modern world as opposed to just surviving. Hope is there waiting for you to find it, and help you through.
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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.