Low Self Esteem
Low self-esteem can feel like a quiet, constant voice in the background telling you you’re not good enough. It often shows up as ongoing self-doubt, harsh self-criticism, and a sense that something is wrong with you.
On the outside, you might be managing work, relationships, and day-to-day life—but inside, it can feel exhausting trying to hold it all together.
Many of the people I work with describe feeling this way for a long time. They’ve learned to push through, to stay busy, or to meet everyone else’s needs—but underneath, there’s a deep sense of insecurity, disconnection, or not quite knowing who they are.
How low self-esteem can show up.
Low self-esteem doesn’t always look obvious. It can be woven into the way you think, feel, and relate to others:
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A strong inner critic, with thoughts like “I’m not good enough” or “I always get it wrong”
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Difficulty saying no, or feeling responsible for other people’s feelings
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Avoiding new opportunities or social situations because of fear or self-doubt
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Perfectionism or feeling like you have to do everything on your own
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Brushing off compliments or feeling uncomfortable being seen
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Struggling to set boundaries in relationships
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Over time, this can lead to anxiety, low mood, and emotional overwhelm. It can also create patterns where you feel like you have to earn love or prove your worth, often leaving you feeling drained and disconnected.
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Therapy with me is a gentle, trauma-informed process. It’s not about fixing you—because you’re not broken. It’s about creating a space where you can feel safe enough to explore what’s really going on, at your own pace.
We also focus on reconnecting you with your inner world—your emotions, your needs, and your sense of self—so that your self-worth comes from within, not from constantly proving yourself to others.
Over time, working together can help you feel more grounded, more confident in your boundaries, and more like yourself again.
