Self-Esteem, Self-Criticism, & Self-Worth
Feeling negatively about yourself can impact every aspect of your life. Struggles with self-esteem and self-image are often deep-rooted and not easy to shift without help. I believe it’s important to understand how you developed such a negative view of yourself, while also helping you focus on ways you can rewrite your story and change how you see yourself.
Signs You May Be Struggling with Self-Worth, Self-Criticism, & Self-Esteem:
You often feel like you’re not “enough” in some way—whether it’s not successful enough, attractive enough, intelligent enough, or something else.
Even if you are successful, you feel like an imposter or fraud.
You struggle with perfectionism—your own expectations are overwhelming, and it’s hard to start or finish something because it has to be “perfect.”
You use harsh, criticizing, or even cruel language when you talk about yourself.
You constantly feel like you’re fighting a losing battle with yourself.
How I Can Help
My psychoanalytic approach is designed to help you delve into the underlying causes of these challenges. Together, we’ll explore the unconscious beliefs, past experiences, and unresolved conflicts that have shaped your self-perception. Often, we develop certain views of ourselves because of deeply ingrained, unconscious patterns that began early in life. By uncovering these hidden influences, you can begin to understand why you see yourself the way you do—and ultimately change it.
Why Work with Me?
Psychoanalytic Expertise
I have extensive training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, which allows me to guide you through a deeper exploration of your mind and its complexities. While you may intellectually know that certain negative beliefs about yourself aren’t “logical” or “true,” it’s much harder to shift those beliefs emotionally. It’s not as simple as just “thinking differently.” Together, we’ll work to uncover how you came to see yourself in this way, and that insight will empower you to change your narrative.
In-Depth Exploration
Psychoanalytic therapy provides a unique opportunity to understand your inner world at a deeper level. We’ll uncover hidden beliefs, fears, and emotions that may be contributing to your struggles with self-esteem, self-criticism, and self-worth. By exploring how past experiences have influenced your self-perception, we can identify new, healthier ways for you to relate to yourself.
Relationship Focus
Our relationships profoundly impact how we see ourselves. We’ll explore the dynamics of your past and present relationships to better understand how they’ve shaped your beliefs about yourself. Through this process, you’ll begin to heal old wounds and build healthier connections—with others and with yourself.
Unconditional Acceptance
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your inner world without fear of criticism. I know that this type of exploration requires vulnerability and courage, and I’m here to offer my full support as you embark on this journey.
Long-Term Growth
I aim to help you make changes that will stick with you in the long term. I’m not interested in quick fixes or temporary solutions. My goal is to help you heal the deeper wounds that impact your self-image, so you can move forward with greater self-understanding and resilience.
Self-Discovery and Self-Acceptance
We’ll work together to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your motivations, and your unique journey. This process of self-discovery can lead to greater self-acceptance, allowing you to embrace your imperfections, build resilience, and live a more authentic and fulfilling life.