Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in Independence, MO.

 

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 Independence, the suburbs of Independence, other nearby places such as Overland Park, Kansas City, or anywhere else in Missouri, 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.

Independence, MO Shame Therapists - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

Looking to expand your network? At Mental Health Match, we match clients to therapists and counselors specializing in shame. Get set up for new referrals in 10 minutes or less. 60 day free trial, with no credit cards required to start. Join now.
Read more
Showing 1 - 5 (106 total therapists)
Showing 1 - 5 (106 total therapists)
Filters:
Picture of Johanna Isaacs, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Ca...
Johanna Isaacs
Together, we will:

Use our conversations to explore how your brain works and identify supportive solutions for you. We will focus on how thoughts impact feelings and create behavioral strategies that improve your quality of life and increase acceptance of yourself.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Johanna Isaacs, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Ca...
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

Use our conversations to explore how your brain works and identify supportive solutions for you. We will focus on how thoughts impact feelings and create behavioral strategies that improve your quality of life and increase acceptance of yourself.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am committed to helping people find their path and take action to move forward in their lives. Therapy is a place where we can learn how to get “unstuck” and counter the worries that create doubt and uncertainty in ourselves.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Attention Disorders
  • Attention Problems
  • Feeling Stuck
  • Health Anxiety
  • Healthcare Professionals
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Impulsive Behavior
  • Life Balance
  • Life Changes
  • Parenting
  • Parenting Children with Anxiety
  • Parenting Skills
  • Perfectionism
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Esteem
  • Test/Performance Anxiety
  • Women
Read more about me
Johanna Isaacs remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Nor...
Picture of Vanja P. Buckley, mental health therapist in California, Minnesota, Missouri, Texas, Virginia, Washington
Vanja P. Buckley
Together, we will:

Learn specific tools to help you change and improve the aspects of your life that you wish to change. Explore patterns that reinforced ongoing issues in relationships such as pleasing, poor boundaries, difficulty communicating, neglecting own needs.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Vanja P. Buckley, mental health therapist in California, Minnesota, Missouri, Texas, Virginia, Washington
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

Learn specific tools to help you change and improve the aspects of your life that you wish to change. Explore patterns that reinforced ongoing issues in relationships such as pleasing, poor boundaries, difficulty communicating, neglecting own needs.

Something to know about my approach is:

I have a passion for emotional wellness, self-discovery and empowerment and am dedicated to helping individuals who seek personal growth and development, healing from painful feelings and trauma and coping with anxiety and relationship issues.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Communication Skills
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationship Skills
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Worth
  • Trauma
Read more about me
Vanja P. Buckley remote and phone therapy in California, Minnesota, Missouri, Texas, Virginia, Washington
FEELING OVERWHELMED?
Take our free survey to make your search easier.
Picture of Richard Scott, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jers...
Richard Scott
Together, we will:

work to help you reach your goals and improve your situation. Through therapy you can create meaningful change in your life. Let’s work to evaluate where you are, overcome any obstacles or barriers, and get you to where you want to be.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Richard Scott, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jers...
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

work to help you reach your goals and improve your situation. Through therapy you can create meaningful change in your life. Let’s work to evaluate where you are, overcome any obstacles or barriers, and get you to where you want to be.

Something to know about my approach is:

I’ll help you explore your concerns and find solutions that will improve your life. It's important that you feel there is a trusting, cooperative relationship where we can create change, build hope, and find meaning and purpose for your life.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Men
  • Self-Compassion
  • Stress
  • Trauma
Read more about me
Richard Scott remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North C...
Picture of Dr. Mike Ghali, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Ca...
Dr. Mike Ghali
Together, we will:

Explore relationships and communication patterns. Learn how to understand and manage anxiety. And learn how to more effectively manage and express emotions.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Dr. Mike Ghali, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Ca...
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

Explore relationships and communication patterns. Learn how to understand and manage anxiety. And learn how to more effectively manage and express emotions.

Something to know about my approach is:

I use an integrative approach which draws on a variety of well-practiced strategies to offer you support, feedback, and guidance best suited to your individual needs and goals.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Communication Skills
  • Couples
  • Marriage
  • Relationship Distress
  • Self-Esteem
Read more about me
Dr. Mike Ghali remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Nor...
Picture of Miranda Denison, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Je...
Miranda Denison
Together, we will:

Focus on you and the changes you want to see, whether that's related to stress, anxiety, relationships, or other areas. We will focus on your whole self, including different parts of your identity and past experiences that may still be impacting you.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Miranda Denison, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Je...
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

Focus on you and the changes you want to see, whether that's related to stress, anxiety, relationships, or other areas. We will focus on your whole self, including different parts of your identity and past experiences that may still be impacting you.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is interactive and holistic. I enjoy helping folks learn new skills so they are empowered to manage life's hurdles. I consider other factors that could be impacting mental health (looking at you, sleep and boundaries!) with curiosity.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Life Transitions
  • Loneliness
  • Mindfulness
  • Multicultural Identity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Attacks
  • Panic Disorders
  • Perfectionism
  • Racial or Ethnic Identity
  • Relationship Skills
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Work Stress
Read more about me
Miranda Denison remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North...