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Is shame negatively affecting your life? Many people feel shame for all sorts of reasons, but shame is often a weapon used in bullying behaviors to make others feel defenseless, embarrassed, or confused. If you are experiencing these symptoms of shame, then it's a good idea to seek professional assistance from a licensed therapist, who can help you make sense of those feelings and stop them at the source.

Whether you are located in downtown Washington DC, Anacostia, Ballston, Bluemont, or even Brentwood, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Common Signs of Shame

If you’re wondering whether you’re experiencing shame, this section is for you. Shame can bring on a myriad of symptoms, including:

  • Feelings of vulnerability.
  • Feelings of rejection.
  • Feeling small in relation to others.
  • Worrying about failing.
  • Worrying about what others may think about you.

This is not an exhaustive list. Licensed therapist Aaron Mason wrote this article about shame, imperfections, and the difference between guilt and shame.

Don’t Wait: Get Shame Counseling Today!

It’s totally normal to feel shame in the short term, but when these feelings linger or grow over time, they can have detrimental effects on your self-esteem and mental health as a whole. Therapy can help tremendously by helping you discover the source of your shame and how to overcome it. And Mental Health Match can help you find a quality therapist to get started. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

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Grace Goodman
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Foster change & healing by exploring the root of your beliefs & unpacking your lived experiences that fuel your behaviors. We'll learn new coping skills that support you day-to-day & your long-term healing, & empower you to live the life you want.


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Foster change & healing by exploring the root of your beliefs & unpacking your lived experiences that fuel your behaviors. We'll learn new coping skills that support you day-to-day & your long-term healing, & empower you to live the life you want.

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I’m a HAES-aligned, weight-inclusive provider using an integrative approach. I believe that healing requires us to go beyond focusing on how to stop bingeing & body shame by exploring the root of why those behaviors & beliefs exist in the 1st place.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Binge Eating
  • Body Acceptance
  • Body Dysmorphia
  • Body Image
  • Boundaries
  • Chronic Dieting
  • Depression
  • Emotional Eating
  • Fat Liberation
  • Food and Eating Concerns
  • Health at Every Size (HAES)
  • Intuitive Eating
  • Life Transitions
  • Negative Self-Talk
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationships
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Worth
  • Stress
  • Stress Eating
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Adena Miller
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work towards your individual goals. We will work towards you building a clearer understanding of yourself, what you want in your life, and a path to achieve your goals.


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work towards your individual goals. We will work towards you building a clearer understanding of yourself, what you want in your life, and a path to achieve your goals.

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I am client centered. The journey is based upon your goals. With multiple modalities at my disposal, my goal is to help you find the best fit for your success. Often a combination of therapies is the best approach. Therapy is not one size fits all.

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  • Anxiety
  • Confidence
  • First Responders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Religious Trauma
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Nephetia Whittaker
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Together we will create a safe, judgment-free space for you to express yourself authentically and utilize your strengths. We’ll focus on decreasing negative symptoms and enhancing emotional stability for a healthier, fulfilling life.


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Together we will create a safe, judgment-free space for you to express yourself authentically and utilize your strengths. We’ll focus on decreasing negative symptoms and enhancing emotional stability for a healthier, fulfilling life.

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Client-centered and integrative, I use CBT, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients express themselves and achieve their goals.

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  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
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We will talk about the major pivot points in your life (including the one bringing you to therapy) and how these experiences have shaped your story, added branches to your life. We'll discuss your relationships, your hopes, and your fears.


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We will talk about the major pivot points in your life (including the one bringing you to therapy) and how these experiences have shaped your story, added branches to your life. We'll discuss your relationships, your hopes, and your fears.

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I put you in the driver's seat, rather your goals and values are forefront in our work together. I guide you on how to trust yourself and set your own path so you feel empowered and aligned inside and outside of therapy sessions.

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  • Career Burnout
  • Motherhood
  • Parenting
  • Professional Women
  • Relationship Distress
  • Self-Acceptance
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Pat Helton
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We will harness your strengths to navigate challenges, improve your quality of life, and achieve personal goals. You are the expert in your life, and I am here to support and guide you on your journey to wellness and recovery.


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We will harness your strengths to navigate challenges, improve your quality of life, and achieve personal goals. You are the expert in your life, and I am here to support and guide you on your journey to wellness and recovery.

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Empowering individuals by recognizing their strengths, I help improve quality of life through residential or online therapy, focusing on enhancing life skills and overcoming challenges.

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  • Addictions
  • Addictive Behaviors
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  • Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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