Self Esteem Therapists in Waltham, MA

Christine Fisher is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in both Massachusettes and Indiana. She has 9 years of experience and specializes in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress, and trauma. No matter where someone starts, it’s possible to have a life with peace, joy, and healthy relationships. "Healing, growth, and change happen when a person feels heard and accepted. With compassion and teamwork, difficult thoughts and emotions can be untangled and start to heal," says Christine. She creates an open and accepting environment where her clients can feel safe.

I want to connect with you to help you address issues that are preventing you from moving forward in your life. I specialize in addiction, domestic violence, depression, and trauma and I want to help my clients identify negative thoughts and maladaptive behavior patterns and understand the impact. Understanding what you can and can't change is part of this equation as is recognizing how your thoughts impact your feelings about yourself and those around you.

Are you feeling sad and hopeless? Has your childhood and life experiences led to depression and anxiety? Would you like to identify how your emotions, thoughts and behaviors impact you, your self-esteem, and your relationships with others? Have you experienced trauma including relationship-related trauma that negatively impact your interpersonal relationships? If so, I can help you uncover and challenge the core beliefs holding you back. Core beliefs like, “I’m not enough”, “the world is unfair”, and “I am a failure” often occur without our awareness and contribute to emotion dysregulation, trauma responses, depression and anxiety.

We want to feel peace and joy in this life. And mental health issues can make that difficult or nearly impossible to experience. I have experience treating clients with anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, and stressful life transitions which might look like racing thoughts, trouble sleeping or relaxing, difficulty getting rid of a particular thought or worry, feeling bad about yourself and the world, frequent tearfulness, or feelings of overwhelm. I provide a non-judgmental space to understand what you are experiencing. I work alongside clients to figure out what changes will get you to a place of well-being.

**Currently have a waitlist** We all reach points in our lives where things feel challenging or even completely overwhelming. Beginning therapy may seem intimidating making it extremely important to find someone who helps you to feel safe and comfortable. My style is warm, collaborative, and flexible. Therapy can be a safe place where you can let your guard down and explore your feelings at your pace. I am here to support you in reaching your goals by being both completely non-judgmental and supportive and also challenging you at times in the process of self exploration.

Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.

I have extensive experience in addictions, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, money issues, career issues & body image. My interactive, insightful style is direct, perceptive, spontaneous & sensitive. Self-awareness & self-care along with stress management skill building are keys to healthy living. My clients tell me they find me easy to talk with and that they feel helped by our work together. I am the recipient of the National Association of Social Workers (MA chapter) 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award.

I am a therapist who primarily works with adults struggling with symptoms associated with C-PTSD, depression, and anxiety. My work with individuals consists of discussing self-perception/self-esteem, suicidality, challenging family dynamics, life transitions, and interpersonal issues. I am based out of McLean Hospital in their trauma continuum and also work at their Trauma and Dissociation Partial Hospitalization Program. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings at McLean and other facilities such as Boston Children's Hospital. As a therapist, I am often described as warm, validating, energetic, and easy to talk to.

Finding the right therapist can be difficult, but once we get started you will see changes in your life as you learn new tools and perspectives to manage anxiety and increase self esteem. I have many years of experience resolving long-term depression, anxiety, social isolation, phobias, intrusive thoughts, low confidence and difficulty with decision making. I help couples who have issues with trust, communication & conflict resolution. My clients are people who have reached high levels of success in many areas of their life, but still feel that something is holding them back from living their best life.

Ethan G Harris is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over forty years of experience treating individuals, couples, and families with issues ranging from depression, anxiety and low self-esteem to life transitions and marital and relationship issues. Recently, I have been specializing in couples counseling.

Life is messy, beautiful, heartbreaking, and hopeful. So is the process of change. To be honest about this takes courage and vulnerability. It is also the first step in the process of personal transformation. By working with me, you do me the honor of sharing these experiences for the purpose of healing and personal growth. I believe in a collaborative model of therapy that is centered on your experiences and relational. By sharing together from a place of authenticity my goal is to listen, support, and challenge you in order to face and overcome obstacles standing between you and the fullness of the life you were meant to live.

Kerrin Messina is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) with 5 years of experience working with individuals that have faced depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress, chronic illness, grief/loss, substance use, unemployment, trauma, and adjustments that come with life. She is passionate about helping individuals struggling with self-esteem, end-of-life care, and finding that strength within. Kerrin is currently working on obtaining her independent licensure in the state of Massachusetts. Kerrin received her Master's degree in Social Work from Boise State University.

It is important to me that I meet my client's where they are at in their healing journey as we work together to process trauma, identify needs, work towards achieving goals, and develop healthy coping skills. I believe that my clients are the experts of their own life experiences, strengths and needs. The approach I implement is based on each individualized client’s needs utilizing a wraparound perspective while applying various therapeutic techniques and modalities. I see the therapeutic process as a true collaboration with my clients and other members of their treatment team.

Currently accepting new clients. I hope to foster an environment that facilitates growth and healing for clients and their loved ones. Together, we create a trusting relationship to spark self-discovery and enduring change for clients of all identities, bodies, and abilities. I tailor my psychotherapeutic approach to each person as an individual. Together, my clients and I create the opportunity to learn about themselves and their interpersonal world in a safe environment by incorporating evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions (e.g. ARC, CBT, motivational interviewing, DBT, expressive arts, family systems, etc.)

I provide therapy to adolescents and young adults in both MA and VT. We can work together to address the stressors in your life and improve your overall wellbeing. Whether you want to address symptoms of depression or anxiety, work on self-esteem, relationship stress, family issues, improve performance in sport, or would benefit from support during a life transition, I want to provide you with a supportive space.

Life has struggles and strains as well as happiness and joy. Sometimes in life we lose our way and need guidance in finding our way back. In my practice I focus on supporting others through various emotional struggles such as better managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, self esteem, substance abuse, relationships as well as various other life transitions through the use of mindfulness based practices, CBT and somatic practices such as yoga and meditation. The focus is on helping you build skills to manage emotions and find your way towards a happier and healthier you.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. sessions Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

Do you "overthink"? Are you constantly criticizing yourself? Are you often fearing the worst-case scenario? Do you find it difficult to get through the day without worry, stress, or even panic? Do you feel like you're not good enough? Do you struggle with your emotions? Do you often feel overwhelmed? Do you have poor frustration tolerance? Are you having trouble with a life transition, such as a new job, or stress in your relationship? Do you sometimes feel like giving up? It’s often difficult to imagine things changing. However, change IS possible!

My ideal client is someone who is ready for therapy and is committed to their own growth and well-being. This person is open to expressing themselves in therapy. This person may be experiencing challenges such as anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, and trauma. The goals for therapy may be developing coping skills, healing past trauma, and increasing confidence. Needs may include empathy and validation and a need for a safe environment. I am also interested in working with people with a dual diagnosis. I can help people create treatment goals, combine different therapies, and provide community resources to support recovery.