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Nicoletta Petalidou

Nicoletta Petalidou

Νευροψυχολόγος, Ψυχαναλύτρια

Θεσσαλονίκη

https://psychometria.gr/

€50-200Profile
Ναταλία Γαϊτανίδη

Ναταλία Γαϊτανίδη

Ψυχολόγος- Συνθετική Ψυχοθεραπεύτρια

Αθήνα

Ως ψυχολόγος και συνθετική ψυχοθεραπεύτρια, παρέχω (μόνο διαδικτυακά) υπηρεσίες ψυχοθεραπείας και συμβουλευτικής σε ενηλίκους. Αναλαμβάνω ατομική θεραπεία, ομαδική, ζεύγους και οικογενειακή.

€40-50Profile

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Frequently Asked Questions

What causes low self-esteem?

Low self-esteem often has roots in early experiences (parental criticism, bullying, trauma) or social comparisons. It is not a character trait — it is a learned pattern that can change.

Which therapy helps with self-esteem?

Schema Therapy and CBT focused on self-evaluative beliefs are most effective. Psychodynamic therapy helps uncover the deeper underlying patterns.

How long does it take to improve self-esteem?

Changes in deeply held beliefs about the self take time — usually 6–18 months of therapy. Small improvements appear earlier, within the first 8–12 sessions.

How does low self-esteem relate to other problems?

Low self-esteem is closely linked to depression, social anxiety, eating disorders, and relationship difficulties. It is often a common denominator of many psychological difficulties.

Can I improve my self-esteem on my own?

Some techniques (gratitude journaling, self-compassion, physical exercise) help, but for deeply ingrained negative beliefs, the support of a therapist makes a significant difference.

Self-Esteem

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