Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in South San Francisco, 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 South San Francisco, the suburbs of South San Francisco, other nearby places such as San Bruno, Daly City, 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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Therapy provides a safe container to unlearn who we were conditioned to be. I believe that this experience offers us liberation, which comes from healing our wounds and learning to feel more comfortable being our authentic selves.

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It is my goal to help you reach your goals. What are they? If you desire lasting change but don't know where to start; I can help. Together, we can find healthy ways to cope, & get you back in control. I'd be honored to walk this journey with you.


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I've done individual & group therapy with clients for over 8 years, all utilizing evidence-based practices such as MI, CBT, ACT & SFBT. I specialize in BIPOC populations noticing unhelpful thoughts or habits in their lives & who are looking freedom.

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Work through crippling anxiety, learn to process and deal with complex trauma, and begin to develop new skills to navigate any forms of depression. I enjoy also working with clients who are looking for LGBTQ+ affirming identify exploration work.

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I encourage you to be the one to take ownership of the therapeutic process. I allow you to bring up the topics you want to discuss, and then I can help with exploration in identifying themes, connections, and other valuable tidbits of the process.

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