Self Esteem therapists in Kinston, NC
Browse Self Esteem therapists in Kinston, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Ashton Burdick
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Fear of judgments from others and doubting your own value can get in the way of enjoying life. If you're struggling with loving yourself, setting boundaries with others, or asking for what you need, we can work together to improve self-esteem and self acceptance. You can learn skills to feel more confident and pursue what is important to you.
11 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC
Dr. Christopher Lowery, DHSc, CLCP
Clinical Health Practitioner, Board-Certified Life Care Planner
This component assist with fostering self-confidence, resilience, and healthy coping strategies for personal and social growth.
24 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Self-esteem is often talked about like it’s something you either have or don’t—but for many people, it’s been shaped over time by experiences, relationships, and the messages you’ve internalized about who you’re supposed to be. It’s not just about “confidence.” It’s about how you see yourself, how you treat yourself, and what you believe you’re allowed to take up space as. And a lot of those beliefs don’t come from you—they come from dominant cultural norms, family expectations, and environments that may have rewarded certain versions of you while dismissing others.
At Nour Counseling, we don’t try to build self-esteem through surface-level affirmations. We help you understand where your self-perception comes from, how it’s been reinforced, and how it shows up in your day-to-day life—your decisions, your relationships, your boundaries. From there, we actively work with you to shift those patterns in ways that are grounded and sustainable. This might include challenging internalized beliefs, building self-trust, setting boundaries, and reconnecting with parts of yourself that may have been minimized or pushed aside. We also center the question of belonging—how your sense of self is shaped by where you’ve felt accepted or excluded, and how to move toward spaces and relationships where you don’t have to shrink to fit. This is about building a relationship with yourself that feels more stable, more honest, and actually your own.
9 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC (Online Only)
Charles R. Davenport, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Charles R. Davenport offers specialized therapy to help individuals build and maintain healthy self-esteem. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Davenport understands the critical role that self-esteem plays in overall mental health and well-being. He utilizes evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients develop a positive self-image and confidence in their abilities.
Dr. Davenport employs cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and challenge negative thought patterns that undermine self-esteem. He also integrates mindfulness practices to enhance self-awareness and promote self-acceptance. By addressing both the cognitive and emotional aspects of self-esteem, Dr. Davenport helps clients cultivate a balanced and realistic sense of self-worth.
In addition to in-person sessions, Dr. Davenport offers telehealth services in over 40 states, making it convenient for clients to access high-quality care from the comfort of their own homes. His approach is tailored to each individual’s unique needs, ensuring personalized care that fosters lasting self-esteem improvement.
Dr. Davenport is committed to creating a supportive and empathetic therapeutic environment where clients can explore their self-perceptions and develop healthier, more empowering beliefs about themselves. His goal is to empower clients to achieve greater self-confidence and lead more fulfilling lives.
21 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Self-esteem can be a tenuous experience that is constantly at risk if we define ourselves by success/failure.
17 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC
Self Esteem therapists in Kinston, NC Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Kinston, NC average 16 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (40%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (38%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 29% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 37% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 44% | Men |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |