Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in Sunnyvale, 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 Sunnyvale, the suburbs of Sunnyvale, other nearby places such as Campbell, Mountain View, 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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Ericka Logan Moreno
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When working together, we will set personal therapeutic goals, work towards decreasing unwanted symptoms and challenge you to explore your true sense of self. I'll be here to sit with you in very difficult times & also to celebrate your success.


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Together, we will:

When working together, we will set personal therapeutic goals, work towards decreasing unwanted symptoms and challenge you to explore your true sense of self. I'll be here to sit with you in very difficult times & also to celebrate your success.

Something to know about my approach is:

Although I am well-versed in CBT, mindfulness and trauma therapy, I tend to often approach therapy from a humanistic lens - Where I accept individuals without judgement, honor their experiences and assist them in reaching their full potential.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief and Loss due to addiction
  • Self Esteem & Confidence Issues
  • Teenagers
  • Trauma
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Samantha Lawrence
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learn to help you Identify thoughts and feelings, process, laugh, cry, and smile. We will develop a connection where you feel safe to being your true self.. We will work together to develop tools and coping mechanisms that will help you feel better.


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learn to help you Identify thoughts and feelings, process, laugh, cry, and smile. We will develop a connection where you feel safe to being your true self.. We will work together to develop tools and coping mechanisms that will help you feel better.

Something to know about my approach is:

I utilize a client-centered approach in each session as a way of establishing rapport and trust in the therapeutic relationship. I tailor my sessions to what works for you best, so we can move through each session together at your own pace.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Fitness/Weight Loss Goals
  • Grief counseling
  • Life Transitions
  • Personal growth
  • Relationship Conflict
  • School issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress Management
  • Trauma
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Samantha Lawrence remote and phone therapy in California
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Erin Martin
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Devise your goals for therapy and create a treatment plan that is uniquely tailored to you, geared toward overcoming the obstacles preventing you from experiencing your best life. With me, you will have a safe space to express your authentic self.


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Devise your goals for therapy and create a treatment plan that is uniquely tailored to you, geared toward overcoming the obstacles preventing you from experiencing your best life. With me, you will have a safe space to express your authentic self.

Something to know about my approach is:

It is primarily Person-Centered; I meet you where you are in your journey toward wholeness of mind/body/spirit. I draw from a diverse set of theories, including Psychodynamic (Jungian & Object Relations), Attachment, CBT, Narrative, and Existential.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Autoimmune disorders
  • Couples Therapy
  • Diabetes
  • Early childhood trauma and its adult manifestations
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Low Self-Esteem
  • Perfectionism
  • Shame
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Justin Wong
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work together to uncover the tendencies that have contributed to unhealthy patterns in your life; and then build the habits that will make you feel more confident and in control of your emotions.


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Together, we will:

work together to uncover the tendencies that have contributed to unhealthy patterns in your life; and then build the habits that will make you feel more confident and in control of your emotions.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am a strong believer in taking an active approach towards feeling better. This means that in order for things to change and the cycle be broken, it requires you to be intentional about initiating and following through with change.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship Distress
  • Self-Worth
  • Stress Management
  • Test/Performance Anxiety
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Justin Wong remote and phone therapy in California, Nevada, Texas
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Dr. Vicki D. Coleman
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Gain insight into Self-Concept, Self-Esteem, and Personal Development.


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Gain insight into Self-Concept, Self-Esteem, and Personal Development.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with an emphasis on Irrational Belief Systems and Thinking Errors.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Addictive behaviors
  • Anger
  • Anger Disorders
  • Anger Management
  • Career Development
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • DOT Substance Abuse Evaluations
  • Forensics
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Rape and Sexual Assault
  • Self-Concept
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sport Psychology
  • Substance Abuse
  • Vocational Psychology
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Dr. Vicki D. Coleman remote and phone therapy in California, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada