It is worth noting that it may take a few sessions to build up the rapport and trust necessary for therapy to work.
Counselling for self-esteem issues is designed to help you build a healthier, more positive sense of self-worth and confidence.
In a safe and supportive setting, we help our clients to explore the factors contributing to their low self-esteem; such as negative past experiences, perfectionism, or excessive critical self-judgment. We invite you to challenge any limiting beliefs, and cultivate a more positive and realistic view of themselves. We also aim to help you determine whether you’re struggling with self-esteem issues or if you genuinely need to improve certain skills, thereby overcoming feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy.
Ultimately, we aim to empower you to embrace your strengths and live with greater self-assurance.
Self-esteem refers to how we think about ourselves and the value we place on ourselves as a person. It reflects your overall sense of self-worth, confidence, and self-respect. When our self-esteem is at healthy level, we see ourselves as capable and worthy, without needing constant external validation.
believe that you are worthy and deserving of love, respect, and kindness regardless of achievements
sense of dignity you hold for yourself
allows you to set appropriate boundaries and not tolerate mistreatment
trust in your own judgement and abilities
acknowledging and accepting both strengths and flaws without excessive judgements
receiving repeated, constant criticism from caregivers
neglect or lack of emotion support
experiences of rejection or bullying
abuse or other types of trauma
struggles with work or studies
lack of support and encouragement
social and cultural expectations; not being the same, meeting traditional definitions of success or beauty etc
unrealistic standards; often highlighted in the media
social media influences that often portrays the “perfect” life of others
comparison to others
Perfectionistic tendencies
Overthinking
Constant, harsh self-criticism
While anyone may feel uncertain of themselves or lack self-confidence at some point in their lives, troubles with self-esteem means that a person has a tendency to unduly judge or evaluate oneself negatively most of the time.
Consider seeking counselling for self-esteem issues when they start to negatively impact your daily life, relationships, or mental well-being;
Whether counseling is the right approach for your self-esteem issues depends on your personal needs, struggles, and comfort level with seeking help.
If your self-esteem issues feel overwhelming, persistent, or are affecting your well-being, counseling is likely a great option. You don’t have to be in crisis to seek help—therapy is also for growth and self-improvement.
If you are unsure about counselling, you may consider other options such as;
Having a healthy level self-esteem allows us to flourish, ignoring low self-esteem issues can lead to;
The duration for counselling of self-esteem can vary depending on individual needs and circumstances. Some clients may achieve significant progress in a few sessions, while others may require more time. The counsellor will assess your situation during the initial consultation and discuss a recommended timeframe for your journey.
Regular sessions are typically scheduled, allowing for ongoing support and monitoring of progress.
It is worth noting that it may take a few sessions to build up the rapport and trust necessary for therapy to work.
Our counsellors are fully qualified, experienced and professionally accredited by Association for Psychotherapists & Counsellors Singapore (APACs), and/or Singapore Counsellors Association (SAC). We are fully committed to continuous learning and professional development
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