Self Esteem therapists in Back Mountain, Pennsylvania PA
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Self Esteem
Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Years inside a narcissistic or emotionally abusive relationship don't just hurt your confidence — they systematically dismantle your sense of self. The gaslighting convinces you that your perceptions are wrong. The criticism convinces you that you're not enough. The control convinces you that you can't trust your own judgment. By the time many mothers reach out for help, they describe not knowing who they are anymore outside of the relationship and their role as a caregiver. Rebuilding self-esteem after narcissistic abuse is not about positive affirmations or confidence exercises. It requires understanding how the abuse reshaped your self-perception, healing the attachment wounds that made you vulnerable to this dynamic, and systematically rebuilding self-trust from the ground up. As a licensed psychologist with 30 years of clinical experience in narcissistic abuse recovery, I work with mothers to reclaim their identity, rebuild their self-worth, and develop the kind of deep self-trust that cannot be gaslit away again.
26 Years Experience
Online in Back Mountain, PA Pennsylvania (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Alyssa Smyth
Psychologist, PhD
Struggles with self-esteem can show up as persistent self-doubt, harsh self-criticism, or difficulty trusting your own abilities. Even people who function well outwardly may quietly question whether they are doing enough or measuring up. In therapy, we work to understand the experiences shaping self-esteem and build a steadier, more balanced sense of confidence.
6 Years Experience
Online in Back Mountain, PA Pennsylvania
Self Esteem
Dr. Jenny Shields
Psychologist
When you’re outwardly successful but inwardly feel like you’re never quite good enough, it chips away at your ability to show up authentically in your life. Maybe you constantly doubt your own decisions, second-guess your value, or wrestle with the fear that others will see through your confidence to your insecurities beneath. Dr. Jenny Shields helps driven professionals rebuild a more grounded and compassionate sense of self-worth through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and narrative approaches. Her highly individualized style supports you in untangling critical self-beliefs, reclaiming your strengths, and moving toward a genuine, resilient self-confidence—one that isn’t dependent on external validation or fleeting success.
12 Years Experience
Online in Back Mountain, PA Pennsylvania
Self Esteem
Shannon Mick
Counselor/Therapist, NCC, LPC
Low self-esteem can quietly erode your confidence, even when you’re achieving big things—like completing ultras or hitting training goals. You might catch yourself downplaying successes, feeling “not good enough” no matter how hard you train, comparing yourself to others on the trail or in life, or carrying a harsh inner critic that makes every setback feel personal. For endurance athletes, this often shows up as tying your worth to performance, pace, body composition, or external validation.
In our sessions, we gently unpack where these patterns started and work to rebuild a stronger, kinder sense of self. Using CBT to challenge self-critical thoughts, ACT to reconnect with your core values, and DBT skills for self-compassion and emotion regulation, we focus on practical tools that fit your busy athletic lifestyle.
Many clients experience meaningful shifts such as:
Quieting the inner critic and celebrating progress instead of perfection.
Building genuine confidence that isn’t dependent on race results or appearance.
Setting healthier boundaries and speaking to themselves with the same encouragement they’d offer a training partner.
Feeling more worthy of rest, joy, and success—on and off the trails.
Developing a stable sense of self that endures through injuries, DNFs, and life’s ups and downs.
I share practical resources like self-compassion exercises and self-worth journal prompts that we can personalize and use between sessions.
You are already strong—mentally and physically. You deserve to feel that strength in your heart as well as your legs. Together we can help you build lasting self-esteem so you can show up fully, run freely, and finish stronger in every area of life.
11 Years Experience
Online in Back Mountain, PA Pennsylvania (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Jennifer Barker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA ATR-BC LPC
I specialize in several issues, but I find that helping someone to increase their self-esteem and self-worth can have a great impact on all areas of their lives.
12 Years Experience
Online in Back Mountain, PA Pennsylvania
Self Esteem therapists in Back Mountain, Pennsylvania Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Back Mountain, Pennsylvania average 17 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Psychodynamic Therapy (40%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 30% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 43% | Men |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 25% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Christian |