What is Self-esteem?
Self-esteem is a common reason people seek therapy. The experience can look different from one person to another: symptoms may be mostly emotional, physical, cognitive (thought-based), or relational.
On this page you’ll find an overview of Self-esteem, typical signs, and what support options can look like.
Therapy for Self-esteem is typically collaborative: you set goals, explore patterns, and build practical tools for change.
Common symptoms of Self-esteem
- Harsh self-criticism
- Low confidence
- Позор
- People-pleasing
- Difficulty asserting needs
Возможные причины и способствующие факторы
Self-esteem rarely has a single cause. It usually results from a mix of biology, life experiences, stress levels, personality traits, and current context.
- Past criticism or bullying
- Trauma or neglect
- Perfectionistic environments
- Хронический стресс
How therapy can help with Self-esteem
Therapy can help you understand what maintains Self-esteem, reduce symptoms, and build coping strategies that fit your life. Depending on your needs, your therapist may focus on thoughts, emotions, behaviors, body sensations, relationships, or a mix of these.
Варианты лечения
- CBT / CFT (self-compassion)
- Psychodynamic work on patterns
- ACT values work
- Skills for boundaries
Практические советы по преодолению трудностей
- Notice inner critic patterns
- Practice self-compassion phrases
- Track evidence of strengths
- Small boundary experiments
Когда обращаться за помощью
Обратитесь за профессиональной помощью, если ваши симптомы частые, интенсивные или мешают вам в повседневной жизни (работа, учеба, отношения, сон).
If you feel unsafe or at immediate risk of harm, contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline right away. This page about Self-esteem is for information only and does not replace medical advice.
Медицинская оговорка: данное содержание предназначено только для общей информации и не заменяет диагностику или лечение у квалифицированного специалиста.
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