Self-esteem

how can cbt help with self-esteem?

CBT for low self-esteem involves a combination of changing dysfunctional thinking patterns and ineffective behavioral patterns that keep us stuck. By altering the key components of lack of confidence, self-defeating thoughts, and ineffective behavior, we're able to short-circuit the cycle of reduced self-worth. Learning to think and act more like someone who is confident results in feeling more confident in our own abilities. Low self-esteem and self-worth can be elevated through ruminating which is characterised by “overwhelming self-criticism and negative self-talk about one’s failures and shortcomings.” When we experience issues in our lives, it is natural to want to fix them. You might replay the same situation over and over in the hope of discovering a solution to your worries. However, most of the time rumination does not fix your problems because you are lacking adequate information and succumbing to irrational thoughts. Instead, it can lead to depression &/or anxiety.

We explore the root causes of low self-esteem and work together to develop an understanding of maintenance factors for your low self-esteem. We explore coping strategies to support a more balance reflection, view and beliefs about yourself, whilst creating a base for emotional resilience. By addressing unhelpful thoughts and beliefs and developing practical coping skills, CBT focusses on improving day to day life.