In Person in Nanaimo and Virtual Across British Columbia
Self-Esteem
Self-esteem influences how people see themselves, relate to others, and move through daily life. When self-esteem is low, it can affect confidence, decision-making, and emotional well-being.
Counselling can be supportive when self-criticism, doubt, or a lack of self-trust begin to feel persistent or limiting.
At The Nest, we offer counselling that is calm, relational, and attentive to lived experience.
Counselling is offered in person in Nanaimo and virtually across British Columbia.
How self-esteem concerns may show up
People seek counselling for self-esteem concerns for many reasons, including:
Persistent self-criticism or negative self-talk
Difficulty trusting your own judgment
Fear of making mistakes or disappointing others
Comparing yourself to others
Avoidance of opportunities or relationships
Feeling unsure of your value or worth
Support that builds self- compassion and understanding
Counselling offers space to explore how self-esteem has been shaped and how it shows up in daily life. Sessions can support increased self-awareness, self-compassion, and steadier ways of relating to yourself and others.
Support is collaborative and paced with care, focusing on understanding rather than judgment or pressure to change quickly.
FAQs
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So many people struggle with comparison- especially in the age of social media. It may help to explore your own values and standards, identifying your own strengths (instead of what you perceive as lacking), and bolstering your sense of self. Therapy can be a great place to support this exploration.
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It’s normal to value other people’s opinions, especially those you love and respect. However, it can become problematic when your self-worth has become tied to external validation.
Therapy can help to decouple your self-worth from other’s approval, building a more internal, stable sense of self-worth.
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Feeling like an imposter at work is common for many people, even high-achieving or clearly capable people. This often relates to underlying self-esteem patterns rather than actual competence.