Artful Resilience Fall 2025 Waitlist is Open!
Ready to break free from perfectionism and actually thrive?
Spots are limited, so join the waitlist today. Snag Your Spot!
Therapy for Self-Esteem in Houston

Hi, I'm Marian, and I provide confidence counseling in Houston.
Are you a person who is so focused on everything wrong in your life that you never take a look at what's right? Have you been comparing yourself to those around you and feeling like you do not measure up?
I understand, and I'm here to help.
I help people learn to face life's challenges head-on and appreciate their whole selves faults and all.
If you're ready to boost your self-esteem, schedule a complimentary consultation call with me today.

Quick question:
Do you like yourself?
Do you ever feel like you’re not good enough? Struggle with self-doubt, low confidence, or constant self-criticism? You’re not alone. Low self-esteem can affect your relationships, career, and overall happiness—but it doesn’t have to stay that way.
What if you could start seeing yourself with more compassion? What if you could build self-worth and confidence without the nagging voice of self-doubt?
Therapy can help you shift your mindset, break free from negative self-talk, and create a healthier self-image. Are you ready to start liking yourself more?
Overcome Self-Doubt and Embrace Your Worth
Self-esteem is how we measure our own worth—it affects how confident, valuable, and worthy we feel. Low self-esteem often leads to self-criticism, self-doubt, shame, and even depression, impacting both daily life and relationships.
While it's natural to have mixed feelings about yourself, consistently feeling inadequate can hold you back from happiness and success.
A healthy self-esteem is key to overall well-being, but improving it takes time and effort. The goal isn’t to love 100% of yourself all the time—it’s about learning to accept and appreciate who you are. If self-doubt is keeping you stuck, therapy can help.

My Approach to Confidence Counseling
My approach to self-esteem therapy is solution-focused and goal-directed. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based intervention that has been clinically proven to help clients examine the connection between their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors.
In sessions, we will explore how your self-esteem impacts your quality of life, identify strategies to help you stop focusing on your weaknesses and instead focus on your strengths and abilities, and review tools that can help you quiet that inner critic.
We will also explore how to stop comparing yourself to others, give up on the quest to be perfect, and start loving your body. Though it is not always easy to deal with uncomfortable emotions, in our time together, we will work to help you improve your self-esteem.
Changing behaviors and thought patterns is a process. Together we will help you gain perspective, and confidence, and acquire new habits based on self-love and self-compassion.
Confidence Counseling Houston FAQs
-
How do I know if I have low self-esteem?Low self-esteem can show up in many ways, including constant self-doubt, negative self-talk, constant need for external validation, self-criticism, fear of failure, difficulty accepting compliments, and feeling unworthy or not good enough. It can also lead to feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, and unhappiness. If you often criticize yourself, struggle with confidence, or feel like you don’t measure up, therapy can help you build a healthier self-image.
-
How long does it take to build healthy self-esteem?Everyone’s journey is different, but many people start noticing positive changes within a few months of therapy. The key is consistency and practice—developing self-worth takes time, but with the right support, you can break free from self-doubt and embrace a more confident, fulfilling life.
-
What’s the difference between self-esteem and self-confidence?Self-esteem is your overall sense of self-worth, while self-confidence is your belief in your abilities. You can be confident in certain skills but still struggle with self-esteem. Therapy helps strengthen both by addressing negative self-perceptions and building resilience.
-
Can therapy really help improve my self-esteem?Yes! Therapy can help you gain perspective by learning how to cultivate self-compassion, challenge negative self-talk, develop healthy boundaries, and build self-worth from within. In therapy, we will hone in on your strengths and identify specific activities that give you a confidence boost.
-
How can therapy help with anxiety?Therapy can create a safe and non-judgmental space to identify triggers, learn coping techniques, challenge negative thoughts, build resilience, and provide support and accountability. Don't let anxiety hold you back!
-
What is anxiety?Anxiety is a natural response to stress that signals to our brain and body that something might be going on that requires our attention. Anxiety often involves excessive worry, fear, and a sense of impending danger.
-
Can art therapy help me?Art therapy is a form of counseling that combines traditional talk therapy with the creative process. Art therapy can help you gain insights into your thoughts and emotions, promote personal growth, and increase your self-awareness. Art therapy is also beneficial to people who find it challenging to express themselves verbally or who prefer alternative methods of communication.
-
I'm feeling nervous about starting art therapy sessions. Is it natural to feel this way?Feeling nervous or anxious about starting therapy no matter in what format, is entirely normal and natural. You have the freedom to share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with during our sessions. Remember, art therapy is a collaborative journey, and you set the pace.
-
Do I need to have artistic skills or prior experience in art to benefit from art therapy exercises?Absolutely not! No artistic talent or experience is required. Art therapy is about engaging in the process of making art rather than creating a masterpiece. Art therapy is accessible and beneficial for people of all ages and artistic backgrounds.
-
How will therapy help me manage perfectionism?Therapy will assist you in exploring the root causes of your perfectionism and teach you how to challenge all-or-nothing thinking, develop self-compassion, set realistic expectations, and cultivate self-worth beyond achievements. Perfectionism therapy helps high-achievers break free from the pressure of unrealistic standards, fear of failure, and constant self-criticism. While ambition and drive are valuable, perfectionism can lead to burnout, anxiety, and dissatisfaction—even when you’re succeeding. Therapy provides strategies to help you maintain excellence without sacrificing mental well-being.
-
Having high standards has helped me to advance in my life. Why would I want to change this?There is nothing wrong with wanting to do well and having goals for yourself. However, people who struggle with perfectionism set unrealistically high standards for themself and sometimes others, and when they are not successful their sense of worth and even self-esteem can plummet. It’s important to make sure you are setting realistic options for yourself. The goal isn’t to stop striving for success—it’s to help you achieve it in a way that doesn’t come at the cost of your happiness. Therapy helps you embrace progress over perfection, recover from setbacks with resilience, and find fulfillment in both your personal and professional life.
-
Is perfectionism a form of anxiety?Perfectionism is often closely linked to anxiety. Many high-achievers experience perfectionism-driven anxiety, where the fear of making mistakes or not meeting high expectations leads to chronic stress, procrastination, and burnout. Perfectionism therapy helps you manage this anxiety by reframing negative thought patterns, reducing self-criticism, and developing a healthier relationship with success and failure. If you feel trapped by high standards, therapy can provide the tools to break free and thrive.
-
How do I know if my perfectionism is holding me back?If you find yourself procrastinating out of fear that your work won’t be “good enough,” feeling anxious despite your achievements, or struggling to delegate because you don’t trust others to meet your standards, perfectionism may be negatively impacting you. Therapy can help you create a healthier balance between success and self-care.
Get help from a Self-Esteem Therapist in Houston!
If self-esteem issues have become a serious problem in your life, the good news is low self-esteem is not a life sentence. You can trade it in for a higher one. If you would like to explore treatment, please contact me. Together, we will embark on a journey of empowerment and self-acceptance.
Life is short. Let me help you learn how to put yourself first without the guilt. Please schedule a free phone consultation to learn more.