Self-esteem and confidence

What is Self-Worth and Self-Esteem?

Self-worth is your sense of fundamental value as a person, independent of achievements or others’ opinions. While self-esteem often fluctuates based on accomplishments, and self-confidence can vary in different situations, self-worth relates to your inherent belief in your right to exist, be happy, and have healthy relationships.

Signs You May Be Struggling

You might benefit from professional support if you experience:

  • Persistently low self-worth and self-esteem
  • Lack of self-confidence in social or professional settings
  • Difficulty accepting compliments or praise
  • Consistently putting others’ needs before your own
  • Trouble setting boundaries in relationships
  • Perfectionism that affects your daily life
  • Avoiding opportunities due to fear of failure
  • Difficulty making decisions without others’ approval
  • Self-sabotaging behaviours that undermine your self-confidence

How Therapy Can Help

Professional psychological support can help you develop healthier self-worth, boost self-confidence, and improve self-esteem through:

Evidence-Based Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Helps identify and change negative thought patterns about your worth
  • Schema Therapy: Addresses early life experiences that may have affected your self-worth and self-esteem
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Develops psychological flexibility and self-acceptance
  • Confidence-Building Techniques: Practical strategies to improve self-confidence
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy: Builds self-compassion and reduces self-criticism

What to Expect in Therapy

Your psychologist will:

  • Create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your feelings
  • Help identify the root causes of low self-worth and self-confidence
  • Develop practical strategies to challenge negative self-beliefs
  • Support you in building healthier relationships with yourself and others
  • Provide tools to maintain and build self-esteem between sessions

Getting Started

Initial Consultation

During your first session, we’ll:

  • Discuss your concerns about self-worth, self-confidence, and self-esteem
  • Assess how these issues affect your life
  • Develop a personalised treatment plan
  • Answer any questions about the therapy process

Our Approach

We understand that seeking help takes courage. Our experienced psychologists provide:

  • Evidence-based treatment for self-worth and confidence issues
  • Culturally sensitive care
  • Medicare rebate eligibility (with a Mental Health Treatment Plan)
  • Flexible appointment times
  • Telehealth options

Take the First Step

If you recognise these signs in yourself or feel ready to work on your self-worth:

  1. Contact us by phone or email to book an initial consultation
  2. Or complete our online booking form

Optional:

  • Ask your GP for a Mental Health Treatment Plan referral to be eligible to claim Medicare rebates for each session.

Additional Resources

  • Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
  • Lifeline: 13 11 14
  • Mental Health Emergency: 000

Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Our experienced team is here to support you on your journey to building healthier self-worth, stronger self-confidence, and lasting self-esteem.