Self-esteem: what it is, how low self-esteem affects you
What is self-esteem?
Self-esteem is how we value ourselves. It directly affects how we relate to others, how we face challenges and how we interpret our emotions. Healthy self-esteem does not mean feeling superior, but recognising one's own value and accepting personal imperfections with compassion and that is one of our lines of work: self-esteem therapy in Fuengirola Mijas.
At CALMA Psicólogos, we understand that a damaged self-esteem can influence many areas of life: relationships, work, decision making and emotional well-being. That is why we offer specialised self-esteem therapy both in Malaga and Fuengirola, and also online.
Any type of success in therapy It has a lot to do with the bond and trust that is generated between therapist and patient.
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How do I know if I have low self-esteem?
Low self-esteem can manifest itself in different ways. Some common signs include:
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Constant need for external approval
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Difficulty in setting limits
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Frequent feelings of guilt or shame
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Excessive self-criticism
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Fear of rejection or failure
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Avoidance of social situations due to insecurity
If you identify with any of these signs, working on your self-esteem with a professional can help you regain your self-confidence.
What causes low self-esteem?
Self-esteem is built from childhood and is influenced by multiple factors:
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Experiences of rejection or abandonment
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Authoritarian or overprotective parenting style
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Bullying
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Toxic relationships
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Unrealistic social expectations
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Failures not elaborated or mistakes interpreted as personal failures
Understanding the origin of low self-esteem is key to transforming it from within.
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Our therapeutic approach to improving self-esteem
At CALMA Psicólogos we work with cognitive-behavioural therapy and third generation techniques such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) or Compassion Focused Therapy. Our aim is to help you to:
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Identify self-critical or limiting thoughts
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Changing negative internal dialogue
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Reinforcing your personal strengths
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Learning to set healthy boundaries
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Developing a more realistic and compassionate self-image
The therapy is adapted to you: to your history, your experiences and your current moment. We can work individually or integrate family or couple sessions if relevant to the process.
https://calmapsicologos.com/dunning-kruger/¿Por qué es importante trabajar la autoestima?
Having good self-esteem significantly improves your quality of life. It helps you to:
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Making more confident decisions
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Feeling more satisfied with yourself
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Building healthier relationships
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Dealing better with criticism and mistakes
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Living with more emotional freedom
Self-esteem is not a fixed trait: it can be strengthened with the right support.
Therapy for self-esteem in Fuengirola - Mijas and online
If you feel that your self-esteem is limiting you or causing you suffering, you don't have to face it alone. At CALMA Psicólogos we offer a safe and professional space where you can begin a process of self-knowledge and growth.
You can come to our consultations in Malaga and Fuengirola or do your therapy online from anywhere. Our team is here to help you discover a kinder way of relating to you.
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Do you want to improve in Fuengirola - Mijas or online?
📍 Face-to-face consultation in Fuengirola
🖥️ Therapy to improve self-esteem online from anywhere
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💌 Contact us today and take the first step to improve your self-esteem.
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Let's improve your self-esteem!
Each person is unique, and so is their therapeutic process. In the case of low self-esteem, there are many and varied therapies that give surprising results.
We will adapt the intervention to your needs, respecting your pace and your own processes, working hard so that you can improve your self-esteem in a solid and permanent way.