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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I use the science of being relationally, socially, and behaviorally human and regularly draw in session upon a wide range of practices. Our work is collaborative and clients can expect to actively work on skills/tools discussed outside of sessions.

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I utilize a client-centered approach with my clients, focusing in on my clients’ strengths to help them achieve success. I tailor my interventions around each client’s needs and use CBT, DBT, solution focused therapy, attachment therapy, and play.

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My approach to therapy is to meet the client where they are and collaborate with them to better understand themselves, work through pain from the past and gain clarity about the future they’d like to create.

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FRANCESCA LUIZZA
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We will work together on identifying and changing self-defeating patterns, developing healthier ways to manage emotions and challenging situations, resolving past traumas and inner conflicts, and uncovering the underlying meanings of your behaviors.


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We will work together on identifying and changing self-defeating patterns, developing healthier ways to manage emotions and challenging situations, resolving past traumas and inner conflicts, and uncovering the underlying meanings of your behaviors.

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Our childhood experiences shape the way we view and experience ourselves, others, and the world. When we understand why we think, feel, and behave the way we do, we can begin to accept our past and enjoy our present.

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Amanda King
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Work on unburdening shame-based beliefs and narratives you internalized early in life. I help you to understand the origins of the parts of you that have kept you in self-sabotage and turn towards them with understanding and clarity for change.


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Together, we will:

Work on unburdening shame-based beliefs and narratives you internalized early in life. I help you to understand the origins of the parts of you that have kept you in self-sabotage and turn towards them with understanding and clarity for change.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am trained in EMDR and operate from an IFS (Internal Family Systems) lens. I work from a trauma-focused approach and integrate a combination of attachment, mindfulness, and CBT. My approach is compassionate, engaging, and empowering.

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