Therapy for depression and self-esteem
IN SANTA BARBARA & VIRTUALLY ACROSS CALIFORNIA
Sometimes it feels as if a heavy fog is weighing you down, casting a dark shadow over how you see the world, obscuring any light in yourself and around you.
With depression, you may struggle with:
Not trusting your abilities or feeling inadequate in parts of your life
A heaviness throughout the day, like you’re just going through the motions
A harsh internal voice, that repeats a story of your perceived faults and failures
Finding yourself caught in patterns of behavior and in relationships that feel bad, but you can’t stop yourself
Keeping thoughts and experiences hidden, not sharing even with those closest to you
Not recognizing the person you’ve become
Wondering if something is wrong with you for feeling this way
It’s time to quiet that inner critic, and start believing in your value and worthiness.
Therapy for depression and self-esteem can
help you…
Feel more worthy and capable
Get “un-stuck” from old behaviors and patterns
Strengthen a gentler, more supportive inner dialogue
Rediscover your authentic self, outside of various defined roles
Understand what self-care might look like for you, and how to prioritize it
Work through difficult and painful feelings, like guilt, shame and fear
Frequently asked questions about therapy for depression + self-esteem
FAQs
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In my practice, I mainly utilize the evidence-based practices of Psychodynamic Theory, Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, Self Compassion and Existentialism to address these issues. However, my work with client’s is always individualized, based on where you are and what our goals might be. You can learn more about my approach on the about page.
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Depression may look and feel different for various people, because not everyone experiences it in the same way. But most often, you may feel generally low, sad and hopeless, and lose interest in things you used to enjoy. You might also feel frustrated, irritable, or pessimistic, and start to have problems with sleep, appetite, and energy levels.
As a therapist, I’m actually less interested in the label or diagnosis, and more in finding you relief. If we work together, we can think about your symptoms, and how they’re affecting your life and how you feel about yourself. Learn more.
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Schedule a free phone consultation here. We’ll see if we’re a good fit, and decide how to move forward.