As a counselor who helps people reclaim their confidence and self-worth, I often hear the same questions over and over again. People are struggling with how they feel about themselves—and they’re not alone. According to the latest search data, the topic of “low self-esteem” generates thousands of online queries every month. Clearly, people are searching […]
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Counseling for Low Self -Esteem
Counseling for “Never Good Enough”: Healing the Roots of Self-Doubt and Reclaiming Your Worth. (Counseling for low self esteem can provide individuals with the tools they need to overcome persistent feelings of inadequacy.) If you’ve ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you’re just never quite good enough—you’re not alone. As a therapist, […]
Root Pain of Anxiety
How to Work with the Root Pain of Anxiety I’ve been there—the endless “what ifs,” the racing heart, the fear that something bad is about to happen. It’s exhausting. You might be trying everything: breathing exercises, self-help books, meditation apps. And maybe they help… for a moment. But then the anxiety creeps back in. Why? […]
Counseling for Anxiety: How to Maximize the Power of a Client’s Coping Strategies
When my clients struggle with anxiety, they often lean on familiar coping strategies to find temporary relief. These techniques can include deep breathing, grounding exercises, journaling, or reframing thoughts—tools many clinicians routinely teach. But what if these go-to methods are only scratching the surface of the issue? What happens when coping strategies stop being effective? […]
How to Expand Your Tolerance for Anxiety: A Process-Based Approach to Healing
How to Expand Your Tolerance for Anxiety: A Process-Based Approach to Healing Anxiety isn’t the enemy. In fact, trying to get rid of it completely may be the very thing that makes it worse. This guide explores how shifting your mindset about anxiety—from something to eliminate to something to work with—can help you build long-term […]