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Self-esteem Building

If your inner conversation is consistently harsh, it can affect what you attempt, what you accept and how you relate to others. Counseling offers a place to examine that conversation.

What we can explore

  • Self-criticism and comparison
  • Assertiveness and boundaries
  • A more balanced self-image

Understanding self-criticism

Past experiences, comparisons and expectations can shape the way you judge yourself. We can explore these influences and the situations in which self-doubt becomes strongest.

Building a more balanced perspective

Sessions may focus on recognizing strengths, questioning all-or-nothing judgments and making decisions that reflect your values. Confidence can grow through specific experiences, rather than pressure to think positively.

Practicing self-respect

Expressing a need, setting a limit or trying something new can be part of the work. Together, you and your therapist can identify manageable opportunities and review what they bring up.

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