“The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any." -Alice Walker
Self-Esteem Counseling
As much as we want to feel strong, confident, and self-assured, there are moments—sometimes seasons—when we feel small, worried, incompetent, and even worthless. A fractured sense of self-worth can touch every corner of life: careers, relationships, self-care, and even physical health.
When you feel worthless, you often treat yourself as though you are worthless. You might push yourself to exhaustion trying to earn your place, shrink your voice in relationships, or give up on opportunities because you believe you’re bound to fail. Over time, these patterns reinforce themselves, creating a cycle that’s hard to break alone.
You may find yourself carrying deep-rooted, negative core beliefs such as:
I’m only valued for what I do, not who I am
I’m unlovable
I don’t belong anywhere
It’s not safe to be myself
I should handle everything on my own
If I make a mistake, I’m a failure
I can’t trust my own judgment
Other people matter more than I do
These beliefs can feel permanent—like a truth written into your bones. You’ve probably tried talking yourself out of them. Maybe you’ve practiced affirmations, kept yourself constantly busy, meditated, or read self-help books… only to find that nothing has truly shifted.
That’s because self-esteem work isn’t just about “adding” positivity. It’s about unlearning the stories that don’t serve you, reframing the narratives that keep you small, and gently building a new, more compassionate way of seeing yourself. This is the work of narrative and feminist counseling.
Self-Esteem Counseling in North Palm Beach, FL
I work with women and girls who are:
Struggling with self-worth or negative self-talk
Navigating people-pleasing, burnout, and perfectionism
Feeling disconnected from their identity or purpose
Recovering from toxic relationships or childhood wounds
Seeking empowerment in career, relationships, and self-care
Start healing.
Take steps into a more joyful confident life
How Low Self-Esteem Shows Up in Everyday Life
In Relationships:
Struggling to ask for your needs to be met
Staying in draining or one-sided relationships
Feeling responsible for others’ happiness or emotions
Avoiding conflict because you fear rejection
Constantly questioning if you’re “too much” or “not enough”
At Work:
Overworking or perfectionism to prove yourself
Downplaying your achievements so you won’t be seen as “arrogant”
Passing on opportunities out of fear you’ll fail
Taking on more than you can handle without recognition
Staying quiet in meetings or doubting your contributions
In Self-Care:
Skipping rest or pleasure because it feels “selfish”
Speaking to yourself more harshly than you’d ever speak to a friend
Feeling undeserving of joy, ease, or kindness
Avoiding new hobbies or experiences for fear of embarrassment
Recognizing these patterns is often the first step toward change.
How I Can Help
In our work together, you won’t get a lecture on “how to be confident.” You won’t be told to just “think positive.” Instead, I create a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down and notice what has shaped your beliefs about your worth.
We’ll explore:
The stories you’ve been told about yourself—by family, culture, and past relationships
The messages you’ve internalized about beauty, success, gender roles, or belonging
The identity you want to build now—rooted in your values, not other people’s expectations
I integrate narrative therapy, feminist counseling, and creative techniques like sandtray and art therapy. This means you can express yourself through words, images, symbols, and play—whatever feels safest and most natural. You don’t have to force your feelings into a neat sentence.
For adults, we might explore your relationship history, career challenges, or moments when you felt “too much” or “not enough.” For children, self-esteem work often blends play, art, and storytelling to help them see themselves as capable, worthy, and valued.
Feminist & Multicultural Counseling
Your story doesn’t exist in isolation—it’s shaped by the cultures, communities, and systems you’ve moved through. Sometimes those spaces have lifted you up; other times, they’ve asked you to shrink, to translate yourself, or to work twice as hard to be seen.
In this space, every part of your identity is honored. We’ll look at the strengths you’ve carried with you, the resilience you’ve built, and the wisdom that’s already yours. Together, we’ll name the forces that have shaped your experience and explore new ways of moving through the world—ways that feel authentic, powerful, and true to you.
This is a place where your voice matters, your differences are celebrated, and your story is met with respect and care.
Counseling Services in North Palm Beach, FL
I provide self-esteem counseling, narrative therapy, and feminist counseling in North Palm Beach, FL, serving clients in Palm Beach County, including Juno Beach, Lake Park, and Palm Beach Gardens. Sessions are available in person at my office, or online for Florida residents.
Whether you’re seeking therapy for self-esteem, identity work, or emotional healing, you deserve a space where your story matters.