Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in Oak Lawn, IL.

 

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 Oak Lawn, the suburbs of Oak Lawn, other nearby places such as Oak Park, Berwyn, 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 work from an integrative, client-centered, and strengths-based framework individually tailored to each client's specific needs to help facilitate healthy growth and change. I meet each client where they are at in their journey.

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I am straight forward, empathetic and warm; I will stay with you on your journey toward the answers by creating a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your emotions, past experiences, and next steps.

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lean into anxiety to re-expand your life, deconstruct your inner-critic, intentionally pursue greater fulfillment, and change patterns keeping you stuck (relational, behavioral, cognitive, etc).

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I provide a blend of process and practical, to help gain insight and make change when you are ready. I am intuitive about creating a balance of depth and light heartedness that allows for a full range of emotions, including humor.

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work as team to where you're at, the goals you would like to achieve, and begin helping you move forward on your journey to get that upgrade you deserve!

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I take a gradual approach to therapy by meeting you where you're at. I add creativity to my approach which helps me enable clients to find ways to express themselves when words escape them.

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