What Are Self Esteem and Confidence Challenges and How Do They Show Up?
Low self esteem is not always obvious. It often hides behind overachieving, people pleasing, self criticism, or constantly doubting yourself.
Self esteem and confidence challenges can show up as:
Harsh inner dialogue or constant self comparison
Feeling not good enough even when doing well
Difficulty speaking up, setting boundaries, or saying no
Fear of making mistakes or disappointing others
Seeking validation from others to feel worthy
Downplaying your needs, feelings, or accomplishments
Many people with low self esteem appear confident on the outside while feeling deeply insecure on the inside.
How Therapy Helps with Self-Esteem and Confidence
Therapy helps you understand where your self-view comes from and how to change it in a meaningful and lasting way.
In therapy, we work to:
Identify and challenge negative core beliefs
Reduce self-criticism and build self-compassion
Strengthen your sense of identity and personal values
Build confidence in expressing needs and boundaries
Develop a more balanced and supportive inner voice
Increase emotional resilience and self-trust
Confidence grows not from perfection but from feeling grounded in who you are.
What Interventions Might Be Used?
Self-esteem work is practical, reflective, and tailored to your lived experiences.
Depending on your needs, therapy may include:
Exploring early experiences that shaped self-worth
Cognitive strategies to shift unhelpful thought patterns
Emotion-focused work to process shame or rejection
Boundary setting and assertiveness skill building
Strength-based approaches to recognize your capabilities
Mindfulness and grounding techniques to support self-regulation
The goal is not to become someone else but to feel more secure and confident in yourself.
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