Self-esteem

I recognize that reaching out for help can be a very big step. It certainly sounds like you have really been through a lot in your life. Working with a counselor can help to sort through some of these past traumas and pain. Of course, we can not change the past, but we can change the meaning that... more

The short answer is no. You are human and some of us (myself included) have been through many twists and turns throughout our lifetime. The good news is often as we improve in one part of our life it has a trickle-out effect to the rest of your life. So you can feel more at peace and less hurried to... more

No, you don't have too many issues for counseling; that's what counseling is here for! Now, you may need multiple therapeutic supports, unless you find a counselor who specializes in all of the concerns you have. Often, mental health treatment is a collaborative effort. So for example, you might... more

Having multiple things/issues to address in therapy is very common. I would suggest taking on one issue at a time to get the most out of it versus rushing to address everything all at once. It's okay to give yourself some grace and take it one step at a time.

No, you do not have too many issues for counseling. Counseling will help you to sort through all of these issues which should result in clarity, relief and a greater understanding of yourself. A therapist can help you to organize your thoughts and may help you to decide which issue is the most... more

There are never too many issues to address in counseling. You can take things one step at a time.You are not a machine. There will never be a time like there is with a car where it's beyond the point of repair. You are not "broken," so you don't need to be "fixed."You have survived sexual abuse and... more

I would suggest being kind and gentle with yourself. A lot of times we tend to try to live up to others expectations or what they feel you should do. I encourage you to give yourself grace and know that we were all created differently and unique in our own way. The world would be a boring place if... more

The fact that you never get around to it shows that you are avoiding dealing with those feelings for some reason. Therefore, there are some questions you could ask yourself: How is this belief of worthlessness serving you? What do you fear about confronting this belief? Do you fear that this belief... more

Did anyone else tell you this, did you in your own heart feel it was revealing? Why does what he said matter so deeply. Typically people project their feelings, insecurities, and biases on us, and we have to decide if we agree with them or not. Others' opinions of us do not determine the sum total... more

It is wonderful that you want to become more open minded or less irritable and happier! Defining what that means, would help. Taking mico steps on your way to embracing what it means for YOU! What irritates you most, what in the past has made you happy? What areas do you want to be open-minded... more