Most people can recognize when their self-esteem is low. They feel it in the way they second-guess decisions, avoid speaking up, or settle for less than they deserve in relationships and careers. What’s harder to see is why it’s happening and what to do about it. Self-help books and motivational quotes can offer a temporary boost, but for many adults struggling with deep-seated feelings of inadequacy, those surface-level fixes don’t stick. That’s where therapy comes in, and not just any approach, but one that gets to the root of the problem.… Read more