Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in Merced, CA.

 

Is shame negatively affecting your life? Many people feel shame for all sorts of reasons, but shame is often a weapon used in bullying behaviors to make others feel defenseless, embarrassed, or confused. If you are experiencing these symptoms of shame, then it's a good idea to seek professional assistance from a licensed therapist, who can help you make sense of those feelings and stop them at the source.

Whether you are located in downtown Merced, the suburbs of Merced, other nearby places such as Modesto, Ceres, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Common Signs of Shame

If you’re wondering whether you’re experiencing shame, this section is for you. Shame can bring on a myriad of symptoms, including:

  • Feelings of vulnerability.
  • Feelings of rejection.
  • Feeling small in relation to others.
  • Worrying about failing.
  • Worrying about what others may think about you.

This is not an exhaustive list. Licensed therapist Aaron Mason wrote this article about shame, imperfections, and the difference between guilt and shame.

Don’t Wait: Get Shame Counseling Today!

It’s totally normal to feel shame in the short term, but when these feelings linger or grow over time, they can have detrimental effects on your self-esteem and mental health as a whole. Therapy can help tremendously by helping you discover the source of your shame and how to overcome it. And Mental Health Match can help you find a quality therapist to get started. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

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Address and heal the toxic impacts of trauma and difficult past events. Work through difficult feelings. Build your capacity to manage stress and anxiety. Connect to your innate wisdom, untapped courage, and essential goodness.

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I utilize an integrative framework, incorporating elements of psychodynamic, attachment, CBT, ACT, and somatic modalities. I frequently use EMDR and Brainspotting for their highly impactful, potent efficiency.

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As a LCSW, I aim for us to achieve transformative insights and practical tools. Together, we'll deepen your self-understanding, develop personalized strategies, and empower you to make confident decisions to gain self-awareness and resilience.


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As a LCSW, I aim for us to achieve transformative insights and practical tools. Together, we'll deepen your self-understanding, develop personalized strategies, and empower you to make confident decisions to gain self-awareness and resilience.

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I use a mix of therapies like CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, Art Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, all tailored to your needs. This helps us build a unique plan for your growth, healing, and transformation.

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Holistic and wellness-based. This means we think outside of the box and look at a person's whole life and whole body when thinking about mental health.

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Work through stressors, trauma, life changes, or anything else that may be affecting your current emotional well-being.

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The therapeutic relationship is extremely important to me. I hope to create an atmosphere where you feel comfortable expressing and exploring difficult feelings and emotions. I utilize different modalities based on what works best for you.

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Tricia Baker
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Through our work together, I will help you to uncover positive coping skills to manage life's challenges including boundary setting, healthy communication strategies, management of emotional distress and reducing unhelpful thinking patterns.

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My approach is grounded in the belief that every individual has the potential to grow and change and is deserving of acceptance. I strive to create a trusting, safe space in which my clients feel heard and empowered.

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