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Do you struggle with low self-esteem? If so, you’re one of many who don’t feel as confident, valuable, or worthy as they should. Fortunately, self-esteem is a condition that can be improved with professional therapy from a licensed therapist or counselor.

Whether you are located in downtown Des Moines, the suburbs of Des Moines, other nearby places such as Urbandale, West Des Moines, or anywhere else in Iowa, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs It is Time to Seek Treatment for Low Self-Esteem

If you’re not sure whether you should seek treatment for low self-esteem, we can help. Here are some low self-esteem signs:

  • You speak negatively about yourself.
  • You compare yourself to others and deem yourself inferior.
  • You have trouble accepting compliments and praise.
  • You struggle to assert yourself in social situations.
  • You have a pessimistic view of life and don’t feel like you can achieve your goals.

If any of these signs ring true to you, you should consider self-esteem therapy. You can also learn more in this article about self-esteem from licensed therapist Nando Raynolds.

Don’t Wait Another Minute: Start Self-Esteem Therapy Today

Without treatment, your self-esteem issues could worsen, making it hard to form healthy relationships and achieve your personal goals. Not to mention, self-esteem left untreated can also lead to depression, substance abuse, and more. Mental Health Match can match you with a professional, licensed therapist who can help you improve your self-esteem and discover a much happier, more confident you! Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

Des Moines, IA Self Esteem Therapists - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

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Kristen Mahannah
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Whatever your situation your mental health is important. Whether you have been in therapy before or just starting to manage your mental health, I would love to be apart of your journey. Please reach out to me to start the growing process.


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Whatever your situation your mental health is important. Whether you have been in therapy before or just starting to manage your mental health, I would love to be apart of your journey. Please reach out to me to start the growing process.

Something to know about my approach is:

I believe in person-centered therapy and seeing the person as a whole person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Mindfulness and many other techniques are all a part of the toolbox I used to help you improve your mental health.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief
  • Healing From Relationships
  • Mood Disorders
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Self-Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
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Jenna Agbaje
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Work to help you understand your patterns and emotions and what you can do about them. At Nurturing Hope Therapy, LLC I want you to feel heard, validated, and supported through life’s challenges.


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Work to help you understand your patterns and emotions and what you can do about them. At Nurturing Hope Therapy, LLC I want you to feel heard, validated, and supported through life’s challenges.

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My goal is to empower you to blossom into the most self-assured, peaceful version of yourself. Every client is different and what works for you is the most important thing. I am able to tailor my approach to fit your needs.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • ADHD in Womxn or Femme Populations
  • Adult ADHD
  • Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Attachment Styles
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • BIPOC
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Burnout
  • COVID-Related Stress and Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Gender Identity
  • Gender Transition
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Open Relationships
  • Parenting
  • Political Anxiety
  • Polyamory
  • Postpartum Anxiety
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Racial Justice
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Seasonal Depression
  • Self-Esteem
  • Transgender
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Amber Teubert
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Together in therapy, using CBT, we tackle challenges by reshaping thought patterns and behaviors. This approach cultivates resilience, promotes growth, and fosters lasting positive changes in mental well-being.


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Together in therapy, using CBT, we tackle challenges by reshaping thought patterns and behaviors. This approach cultivates resilience, promotes growth, and fosters lasting positive changes in mental well-being.

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In therapy, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to empower clients with practical tools. By addressing thoughts and behaviors, we create positive changes together, fostering resilience and enhancing well-being.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abandonment Issues
  • Abusive Relationships
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Anxiety Management
  • Body Acceptance
  • Celebrities and Public Figures
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Gender Identity
  • Gender Transition
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Human Trafficking
  • LGBTQ+
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Attacks
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Rape and Sexual Assault
  • Relationship Trauma
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Understanding
  • Self-Worth
  • Test/Performance Anxiety
  • Therapist for Other Therapists
  • Transgender
  • Trauma
  • Trauma From Abuse
  • Women
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Amber Teubert remote and phone therapy in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin
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Emily Flanagan
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Clients who work with me typically will experience improvements in their body image and a greater mind-body connection. I truly believe in bodily and treatment autonomy and I will help guide you along the way to the goals you hope to achieve.


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Clients who work with me typically will experience improvements in their body image and a greater mind-body connection. I truly believe in bodily and treatment autonomy and I will help guide you along the way to the goals you hope to achieve.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is based on a foundation of creating safety and a Health at Every Size© philosophy. From there, I will work with you to identify the evidenced-based approaches that make sense for the symptoms you are currently experiencing.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Binge Eating
  • Body Dysmorphia
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Disordered Eating
  • Mood Regulation
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Emily Flanagan remote and phone therapy in Iowa
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Tori Cherry
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Uncover and strengthen your path to self-acceptance and peace with food and your body. We'll tackle the complexities of eating disorders and the cultural pressures around body image, aiming for a more sustainable and joyful way of living.


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Uncover and strengthen your path to self-acceptance and peace with food and your body. We'll tackle the complexities of eating disorders and the cultural pressures around body image, aiming for a more sustainable and joyful way of living.

Something to know about my approach is:

I specialize in treating eating disorders and body image concerns with a focus on body liberation and the Health at Every Size (HAES) framework. My approach is relational and nurturing, creating a safe space where we can explore and heal together.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anorexia
  • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
  • Binge Eating
  • Body Acceptance
  • Bulimia
  • Eating Disorders
  • Food Allergy Anxiety
  • Food and Eating Concerns
  • Health Anxiety
  • Health at Every Size (HAES)
  • Relational Trauma
  • Therapist for Other Therapists
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Tori  Cherry remote and phone therapy in Florida, Illinois, Iowa