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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 Decatur, the suburbs of Decatur, other nearby places such as Springfield, Bloomington, or anywhere else in Illinois, 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 am overwhelmingly passionate about helping find the change in life that radiates and reflects what we want and who we want to be. Sometimes we get stuck within our own head, our past, our traumas or wants and we can change that.

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When working with me, individuals can anticipate a supportive and collaborative partnership with a touch of individuality and quirkiness.

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figure out what needs to change and how to feel better. We can discover ways to align your behaviors to what you value and gain a deeper understanding of yourself. We will explore big life changes, anxiety, depression, ADHD or other stressors.

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I believe in helping my clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, physiology, environment, and behavior so that they can truly connect with their lives in a meaningful, purposeful way. Your goals and values guide therapy session-by-session.

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I meet clients where they are and work with them to achieve their life goals. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental listening presence to all my clients. Counseling is collaborative; together, we discover solutions to help you live your best life.


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I meet clients where they are and work with them to achieve their life goals. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental listening presence to all my clients. Counseling is collaborative; together, we discover solutions to help you live your best life.

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My practice aims to create a humanizing and supportive counseling experience. I am not here to fix you but to give witness to your pain and journey with you toward better self-knowledge and holistic health.

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bring our unique skills and talents to therapy: you are the expert on you, and I have expertise on helping people navigate life effectively. I believe most humans yearn for connection and to be truly known and accepted for who they are.


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bring our unique skills and talents to therapy: you are the expert on you, and I have expertise on helping people navigate life effectively. I believe most humans yearn for connection and to be truly known and accepted for who they are.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am an active therapist, meaning that I will ask questions and point out patterns to help you get to the root of what really brought you into therapy. My aim is not to tell you what to do, but rather to help you listen to your own inner wisdom.

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Work collaboratively to change negative thoughts & habits, process trauma, develop healthier coping skills, or maybe you just need to talk about complex experiences in an affirming environment.

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Trauma, depression, anxiety, and stress cause physical symptoms. I am well versed in CBT, DBT, and Trauma-based interventions to help my clients find relief from distressing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and trauma.

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