Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in Rochester, NY.

 

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 Rochester, the suburbs of Rochester, other nearby places such as Buffalo, Binghamton, or anywhere else in New York, 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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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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As a person-centered and holistic therapist, I believe in the profound interconnectedness between mind, body, and spirit as an integral part of the healing process. Therapy with me is a cozy haven for self-discovery and personal growth.

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Explore key areas such as trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. Together, we'll work to enhance your understanding of these challenges and implement self-compassion and mindfulness that empower you to become your best self.


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Explore key areas such as trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem. Together, we'll work to enhance your understanding of these challenges and implement self-compassion and mindfulness that empower you to become your best self.

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My approach is strength-based, compassion focused, and person-centered, focusing on openness, trust, humor, and honesty. I offer a non-judgmental space for healing and self-expression. This is your space to process your experiences and dig deeper.

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I provide a space where healing can begin. Consider this my invitation to be the truest version of yourself. You’re the author of your life with the power to write your own story.

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My practice offers strategies addressing racial stress and microaggressions. Let’s find ways to respond, heal, and move forward.

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Leah Cerf
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Build self-awareness and emotional flexibility to create space for positive changes. Together, we'll gain insight into how the past shaped you, shift whatever isn't working, and release what isn't serving you so you can get what you want in life.


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Together, we will:

Build self-awareness and emotional flexibility to create space for positive changes. Together, we'll gain insight into how the past shaped you, shift whatever isn't working, and release what isn't serving you so you can get what you want in life.

Something to know about my approach is:

Together, we can process difficult experiences, explore what is holding you back, and help you relate to yourself and the world in a way that feels more gratifying. I work integratively, honoring how our emotional experience shows up in the body.

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