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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 Toledo, Birmingham, Deveaux, Franklin Park, or even Glendale Heather Downs, 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 value a humanistic and client-centered approach by providing a warm, nonjudgmental environment. I empower clients to realize their innate goodness and potential so they can harness their own strengths and make positive changes.

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  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Guilt
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationships
  • Shame
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Trauma
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Engaging in therapy is courageous, even if it feels intimidating. Our team is experienced, compassionate, and dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. You are singular and valuable, and you deserve to feel grounded, fulfilled, and at peace.

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We value self-determination, holistic health, harm reduction, and disability & racial justice. Relationships are built through collaboration, creativity, and recognition of the environmental & cultural factors that impact client’s lives.

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  • Body Image
  • Career Coaching
  • Chronic Illness
  • Complex Trauma
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  • Gay
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  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
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  • Racism
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Abuse
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  • Transgender
  • Women
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Carley Trillow
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get rid of the guilt and anxiety that comes with always thinking about others. I want you to feel like you're enough in your relationships - and safe enough to make mistakes and experience conflict.


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get rid of the guilt and anxiety that comes with always thinking about others. I want you to feel like you're enough in your relationships - and safe enough to make mistakes and experience conflict.

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as a recovered People Pleaser, I won't bullshit you. I'll let you in on my thought process so you never have to leave guessing! Parts work & EMDR are "like therapy magic". Clients share relief for finally finding something that resonates.

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  • Developing Secure Attachment
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  • Shame
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I start each session with "what is present with you today?". I genuinely care about your wellbeing and want to know how I can support you. We will identify goals, explore current stressors, and work together towards your personal healing journey.

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Uncover and explore the ways in which feelings, thoughts, behaviors, relationships and past experiences are affecting the present, while learning healthy, adaptive coping skills.

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I work hard to create a safe space where authenticity, connection and self-discovery flourish. This empowers you to develop the insights and skills needed to make lasting, meaningful changes in your life.

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