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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 New York, Battery Park City, Brooklyn Heights, Carroll Gardens, or even Chelsea, 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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Maggie Vaughan
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First, we'll clarify your goals. We'll explore your history, identify current stressors & obstacles that have blocked your self-realization and life satisfaction. Finally, we'll agree upon a treatment plan & approach that suits your preferences.

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Specialized in evidence-based treatments for couples therapy, teen and adolescent concerns and adjustment, trauma, anxiety, and depression. We focus on root causes as well as active problem-solving Our approach is active and engaging.

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Get to heal through your anxiety and whatever could be holding you back. You CAN increase confidence. I work with people who have someone in their life that is causing you stress, and we can put our heads together and create solutions immediately.

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I’m a Solution-Focused Therapist and Coach. This is an amazing evidence-based talk approach that can create massive breakthroughs in your life in 5-10 sessions, so you save loads of time and money and get on to living your fabulous life.

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By addressing both the surface-level symptoms and the underlying root causes, we empower you to break free from the cycle of anxiety and perfectionism and create lasting transformation in your life.


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By addressing both the surface-level symptoms and the underlying root causes, we empower you to break free from the cycle of anxiety and perfectionism and create lasting transformation in your life.

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My ultimate goal isn't just to alleviate your symptoms—it's to help you rediscover your authentic self & live a life aligned with your true values & aspirations.

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Together, we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in depth. Through collaborative exploration and skill-building, we will work towards fostering insight, developing coping strategies, and addressing underlying patterns that may exist.


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Together, we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in depth. Through collaborative exploration and skill-building, we will work towards fostering insight, developing coping strategies, and addressing underlying patterns that may exist.

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Using an integrated approach I tailor therapy to the unique needs and preferences of my clients. I prioritize creating a collaborative and empowering therapeutic environment, in which you will feel seen, heard, and respected in a nonjudgmental space.

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  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
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  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Sarah Mainzer
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explore your current thoughts, feelings, emotions, and past experiences. Working collaboratively we will focus on building self understanding, improving your life, overcoming challenges, and have a few laughs on the way.


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explore your current thoughts, feelings, emotions, and past experiences. Working collaboratively we will focus on building self understanding, improving your life, overcoming challenges, and have a few laughs on the way.

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We will identify your specific strengths, challenges, needs, and goals. No matter what you are going through, I am here to help you gain practical skills, grow in self compassion, and live your best life.

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