Self Esteem Therapists in Auburn, WA
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I am committed to providing respectful and client-centered counseling. My approach is a good fit for those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, panic, relationship issues, low-self esteem, grief, PTSD, OCD, daily stress, and phobia. Over 27 combined years of experience in my pastoral care and mental health counseling profession, I have worked with a diverse group of individuals and couples of various ages, cultures, ethnicities, racial identities, and socioeconomic statuses.
I am committed to providing respectful and client-centered counseling. My approach is a good fit for those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, panic, relationship issues, low-self esteem, grief, PTSD, OCD, daily stress, and phobia. Over 27 combined years of experience in my pastoral care and mental health counseling profession, I have worked with a diverse group of individuals and couples of various ages, cultures, ethnicities, racial identities, and socioeconomic statuses.
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Jennifer R Trefonas
Counselor, MS, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Auburn, WA 98002
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I am Jennifer R. Trefonas, MS, LMHC, MHP. I was initially licensed in FL in 1992, moved to WA 2002; licensed WA 2001. I ENJOY assisting INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, & CHILDREN in overcoming obstacles. I AM ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Contact me for HELP with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction issues, bullying, grief, feeling shamed, taken advantage of, abuse of any kind, trouble at work, getting along with others, HOW TO BE HAPPY and POSITIVE, hypnosis, and most anything! I'm NOT PARANOID, but that is funny,,,:)
Hello, I am Jennifer R. Trefonas, MS, LMHC, MHP. I was initially licensed in FL in 1992, moved to WA 2002; licensed WA 2001. I ENJOY assisting INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, COUPLES, & CHILDREN in overcoming obstacles. I AM ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Contact me for HELP with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction issues, bullying, grief, feeling shamed, taken advantage of, abuse of any kind, trouble at work, getting along with others, HOW TO BE HAPPY and POSITIVE, hypnosis, and most anything! I'm NOT PARANOID, but that is funny,,,:)
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I employ a range of approaches and techniques to help people suffering from grief and loss,depression, anxiety, PTSD,life transitions, relationship problems, self esteem isues as well as those recovering from abuse or the aftermath of addictions.
For the past 30 years I have worked as a mental health counselor to assist people who are struggling with depression and anxiety; those who have had their life shaken by a death, divorce or other life losses; those who feel stuck and want to get their life flowing again;those who struggle with obstacles to help attain their goals,those who deal with chronic health conditions;as well as those who are facing major life changes and need an objective,helpful listener.I have also worked with relationships that need understanding, healing and forgiveness.Change is always possible.
I employ a range of approaches and techniques to help people suffering from grief and loss,depression, anxiety, PTSD,life transitions, relationship problems, self esteem isues as well as those recovering from abuse or the aftermath of addictions.
For the past 30 years I have worked as a mental health counselor to assist people who are struggling with depression and anxiety; those who have had their life shaken by a death, divorce or other life losses; those who feel stuck and want to get their life flowing again;those who struggle with obstacles to help attain their goals,those who deal with chronic health conditions;as well as those who are facing major life changes and need an objective,helpful listener.I have also worked with relationships that need understanding, healing and forgiveness.Change is always possible.
![Photo of Pearle Hintz, MS, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cee1b86-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with over 25 years experience working with adults, families and adolescents. Areas I work in include depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, relationship, family conflict, parenting, life transitions, grief/loss, stress, and improving communication, confidence and self esteem. Approaches I use include cognitive behavioral (CBT), family systems, and I am a certified EMDR therapist (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I work in Kent, Federal Way, and Enumclaw.
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with over 25 years experience working with adults, families and adolescents. Areas I work in include depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, relationship, family conflict, parenting, life transitions, grief/loss, stress, and improving communication, confidence and self esteem. Approaches I use include cognitive behavioral (CBT), family systems, and I am a certified EMDR therapist (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I work in Kent, Federal Way, and Enumclaw.
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Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? I want you to know that I can help and that you are not alone. I help people find their future and reach their maximum potential. I work with a diverse clientele that includes individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. Counseling is available for relationship problems, conflicts, career and lifestyle changes, life coaching, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss including pet loss, and low self-esteem. I use a person-centered approach drawing from several different modalities but most importantly is matching the right modality to the client's needs.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? I want you to know that I can help and that you are not alone. I help people find their future and reach their maximum potential. I work with a diverse clientele that includes individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. Counseling is available for relationship problems, conflicts, career and lifestyle changes, life coaching, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss including pet loss, and low self-esteem. I use a person-centered approach drawing from several different modalities but most importantly is matching the right modality to the client's needs.
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I specialize in Focusing Oriented Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy where I can address depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders as well as communication, self esteem issues, life cycle transitions & conflict resolution between couples and/or families.
You can heal by recognizing how important your thoughts and feelings are in navigating this world. We often use our minds to solve everything and sometimes we "solve" ourselves into trouble. We become fragmented when we problem solve without taking the time to tend to our whole self. Use all of you to integrate what has been fragmented by trauma, be it divorce, depression, anxiety, family issues, grief, etc. In a Christian setting I will be guide you to access your thoughts, feelings, and spirituality to help you become more authentically yourself, allowing you to use your strengths and create more peace in your life.
I specialize in Focusing Oriented Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy where I can address depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders as well as communication, self esteem issues, life cycle transitions & conflict resolution between couples and/or families.
You can heal by recognizing how important your thoughts and feelings are in navigating this world. We often use our minds to solve everything and sometimes we "solve" ourselves into trouble. We become fragmented when we problem solve without taking the time to tend to our whole self. Use all of you to integrate what has been fragmented by trauma, be it divorce, depression, anxiety, family issues, grief, etc. In a Christian setting I will be guide you to access your thoughts, feelings, and spirituality to help you become more authentically yourself, allowing you to use your strengths and create more peace in your life.
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As a clinical psychologist, I am specialized in both psychotherapy and psychological/neuropsychological assessments and worked with a wide range of mental health related issues for people of all ages in multiple treatment settings. However, I currently only offer psychotherapy for adults through telehealth. My areas of focus include but are not limited to working with persons experiencing life transitions, issues of self-esteem, and learning how to cope with stress, trauma, grief, and loss. My theoretic approach is psychodynamic and is tailored to the unique needs of the patients I work with.
As a clinical psychologist, I am specialized in both psychotherapy and psychological/neuropsychological assessments and worked with a wide range of mental health related issues for people of all ages in multiple treatment settings. However, I currently only offer psychotherapy for adults through telehealth. My areas of focus include but are not limited to working with persons experiencing life transitions, issues of self-esteem, and learning how to cope with stress, trauma, grief, and loss. My theoretic approach is psychodynamic and is tailored to the unique needs of the patients I work with.
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Corazon Noyola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Auburn, WA 98002 (Online Only)
Corazon Noyola is a licensed clinical social worker. During appointments with Corazon, patients can expect a professional, yet friendly demeanor with a hint of silliness. She offers a safe, understanding space and prioritizes open communication. Corazon knows working through life’s problems alone can feel daunting, even impossible. She works with patients to identify their problems, develop healthy coping skills, find healthy support, and enact behavioral changes. She fosters self-confidence in her patients to empower them to make positive changes in their lives.
Corazon Noyola is a licensed clinical social worker. During appointments with Corazon, patients can expect a professional, yet friendly demeanor with a hint of silliness. She offers a safe, understanding space and prioritizes open communication. Corazon knows working through life’s problems alone can feel daunting, even impossible. She works with patients to identify their problems, develop healthy coping skills, find healthy support, and enact behavioral changes. She fosters self-confidence in her patients to empower them to make positive changes in their lives.
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My passion is in helping people and those they love find peace as they navigate anxiety, depression, stress, and faith transitions. I enjoy working with LGBTQIA youth, individuals, couples and their families. I also have experience with compulsive eating, and self-esteem struggles. Additionally, I have training in guiding couples as they struggle to reconnect, improve their communication, and address concerns around sexual intimacy.
My passion is in helping people and those they love find peace as they navigate anxiety, depression, stress, and faith transitions. I enjoy working with LGBTQIA youth, individuals, couples and their families. I also have experience with compulsive eating, and self-esteem struggles. Additionally, I have training in guiding couples as they struggle to reconnect, improve their communication, and address concerns around sexual intimacy.
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Olivia Bowker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWIAC
Verified Verified
Auburn, WA 98023 (Online Only)
I love being able to see people get better. I have witnessed people’s incredible strength and resilience as they face some of life’s toughest challenges. Though changes can often be outside of our control, growth is our choice to make. I believe growth happens best when we have authentic, intentional support. My approach to counseling is largely in part believing in the power of connection and providing a space of sincere empathy, acceptance, and genuine interest.
I love being able to see people get better. I have witnessed people’s incredible strength and resilience as they face some of life’s toughest challenges. Though changes can often be outside of our control, growth is our choice to make. I believe growth happens best when we have authentic, intentional support. My approach to counseling is largely in part believing in the power of connection and providing a space of sincere empathy, acceptance, and genuine interest.
![Photo of Kate L Sherman, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/45489322-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Currently accepting new clients. So many people today are walking around, suffering in silence, beset with doubt, self-loathing, and self-recriminations. Especially now, as so many are being told their country is against them, self-compassion and self-love are very important pieces in our armor against the onslaught of negativity. A piece many are missing. I'd like to help you find it. Come to a place where you are seen and heard for who you are, without having to explain or defend your identity, lifestyle, or sexuality. Come laugh, come cuss, come cry. We can do this.
Currently accepting new clients. So many people today are walking around, suffering in silence, beset with doubt, self-loathing, and self-recriminations. Especially now, as so many are being told their country is against them, self-compassion and self-love are very important pieces in our armor against the onslaught of negativity. A piece many are missing. I'd like to help you find it. Come to a place where you are seen and heard for who you are, without having to explain or defend your identity, lifestyle, or sexuality. Come laugh, come cuss, come cry. We can do this.
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Wendy Tate dba Excel Counseling
Counselor, NCC, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, WA 98092
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Wendy and I provide counseling to children, adolescents, adults, and Seniors. I use a strength based integrative approach that sees each person as unique. I pull from a variety of models including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, Humanistic, Sports, and Positive Psychology. I work with many challenges individuals face addressing emotional, behavioral, and social needs; such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, attachment disorders, ADHD, and more. I want to help you become empowered by further discovering your inner strength, beauty, purpose, and passion.
Hi, I'm Wendy and I provide counseling to children, adolescents, adults, and Seniors. I use a strength based integrative approach that sees each person as unique. I pull from a variety of models including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness, Humanistic, Sports, and Positive Psychology. I work with many challenges individuals face addressing emotional, behavioral, and social needs; such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, attachment disorders, ADHD, and more. I want to help you become empowered by further discovering your inner strength, beauty, purpose, and passion.
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Relationships can be challenging-whether with a partner, friend, boss, or even yourself. As a therapist my goal is to create a safe and comfortable space for you to be able to address and process life's challenges. My passion is working with couples and individuals struggling with anxiety, conflict resolution, relational challenges, communication, infidelity, boundary setting, and overall life balance.
Relationships can be challenging-whether with a partner, friend, boss, or even yourself. As a therapist my goal is to create a safe and comfortable space for you to be able to address and process life's challenges. My passion is working with couples and individuals struggling with anxiety, conflict resolution, relational challenges, communication, infidelity, boundary setting, and overall life balance.
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My goal is to provide a safe place for open processing about life’s many challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, LGBTQ+ issues, relational issues, and self-love. I am passionate about helping individuals, families and couples return to a place of balance in their lives.
My goal is to provide a safe place for open processing about life’s many challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, LGBTQ+ issues, relational issues, and self-love. I am passionate about helping individuals, families and couples return to a place of balance in their lives.
![Photo of Stephen Michael Donovan, M Ed, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/69bc70bd-fe83-4381-a711-d5a44f26cbd9/1/320x400.png)
It feels like anxiety has a hold on your life. You wake up in the middle of the night overwhelmed by all of your responsibilities. You’re not able to give all of yourself to your personal relationships. The people who once felt close to you now feel distant. You often feel like a fraud, and consistently discredit yourself and your experiences. You also worry that others might discover that you’re a “fraud.” You’re reluctant to go after new opportunities (promotions, etc.) because you don’t feel like you deserve them. You’ve decided it’s time to change this.
It feels like anxiety has a hold on your life. You wake up in the middle of the night overwhelmed by all of your responsibilities. You’re not able to give all of yourself to your personal relationships. The people who once felt close to you now feel distant. You often feel like a fraud, and consistently discredit yourself and your experiences. You also worry that others might discover that you’re a “fraud.” You’re reluctant to go after new opportunities (promotions, etc.) because you don’t feel like you deserve them. You’ve decided it’s time to change this.
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Laura Elyse Dawn
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Auburn, WA 98001
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of Washington and I work with relationship issues, shame, childhood wounds, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger-management. My approach to counseling is informed by a deep belief that every individual has inherent value and dignity. In my work, I seek to offer my clients a safe place to unpack the difficulties of life while also offering hope for a more fulfilling future. I believe that healing is relational, and I want to offer my clients an experience of compassion and empathy as we work through healing together.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of Washington and I work with relationship issues, shame, childhood wounds, anxiety, depression, grief, and anger-management. My approach to counseling is informed by a deep belief that every individual has inherent value and dignity. In my work, I seek to offer my clients a safe place to unpack the difficulties of life while also offering hope for a more fulfilling future. I believe that healing is relational, and I want to offer my clients an experience of compassion and empathy as we work through healing together.
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Marte White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, WA 98092 (Online Only)
Are you navigating life and repeating the same patterns or struggling personally and/or in your relationships? Oftentimes there is big or little trauma impacting your feelings of "stuckness" today. I work with individuals and couples from a trauma-informed approach looking at what is coming up for you today in your struggles and what is influencing how these issues are presenting. Therapy can help work through and gain more understanding and insight to grow and change in the ways you would like to.
Are you navigating life and repeating the same patterns or struggling personally and/or in your relationships? Oftentimes there is big or little trauma impacting your feelings of "stuckness" today. I work with individuals and couples from a trauma-informed approach looking at what is coming up for you today in your struggles and what is influencing how these issues are presenting. Therapy can help work through and gain more understanding and insight to grow and change in the ways you would like to.
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My lived experience and training merge to create a helpful skillset that has a positive impact on my work. I work with people who are neurodivergent themselves and/ or people who are trying to understand how to best support a loved one who is neurodivergent. In my work with couples and families, my clients are wanting to understand how to navigate different brain types often alongside navigating very different lived experiences, and different social backgrounds.
My lived experience and training merge to create a helpful skillset that has a positive impact on my work. I work with people who are neurodivergent themselves and/ or people who are trying to understand how to best support a loved one who is neurodivergent. In my work with couples and families, my clients are wanting to understand how to navigate different brain types often alongside navigating very different lived experiences, and different social backgrounds.
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Bryia Madison
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, WA 98002 (Online Only)
I am a queer feminist licensed marriage and family therapist associate. I show up to my sessions as an authentic, plant loving, halloween enthusiast. In our work together we will explore and identify those themes in your life that may not serve who you are now. We live in a society with social constructs that people struggle with, Particularly my clients who are LGBTQIA+, and sex positive. I help separate you from the stories that are having a negative impact. What are these stories? My work, education, and passion center around finding out what those what those themes and stories are to help you work towards your goals.
I am a queer feminist licensed marriage and family therapist associate. I show up to my sessions as an authentic, plant loving, halloween enthusiast. In our work together we will explore and identify those themes in your life that may not serve who you are now. We live in a society with social constructs that people struggle with, Particularly my clients who are LGBTQIA+, and sex positive. I help separate you from the stories that are having a negative impact. What are these stories? My work, education, and passion center around finding out what those what those themes and stories are to help you work towards your goals.
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My goal is to support your mental well-being by helping you work through managing your problems. Self-awareness, social-awareness, and education are among my overarching therapeutic goals. Viewing individuals within the context of their environment helps me understand and assess clients. I believe in the importance of collaborative partnerships and strengthening relationships. Above all, I want you to feel cared for and supported. **I currently do not bill insurance companies. Please see the insurance section for more information.**
My goal is to support your mental well-being by helping you work through managing your problems. Self-awareness, social-awareness, and education are among my overarching therapeutic goals. Viewing individuals within the context of their environment helps me understand and assess clients. I believe in the importance of collaborative partnerships and strengthening relationships. Above all, I want you to feel cared for and supported. **I currently do not bill insurance companies. Please see the insurance section for more information.**
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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.