SELF-ESTEEM
Negative Self-image
A deeply negative view of yourself, feeling fundamentally flawed, unworthy or unlovable, can be changed with the right therapy.
What is Negative Self-image?
A negative self-image often develops in childhood in response to criticism, neglect, bullying or trauma. It becomes a lens through which all experiences are filtered. Schema therapy and CBT are particularly effective at addressing core beliefs about the self.
Do you recognise this?
✓Believing you are fundamentally not good enough
✓Strong self-criticism
✓Shame as a background emotion
✓Difficulty accepting praise
✓Comparing yourself negatively to others
✓Avoiding situations that trigger feelings of inadequacy
Effective treatments
These approaches are commonly recommended for Negative Self-image.
Frequently asked questions
Can a negative self-image really change?
Yes, though it requires consistent work. Schema therapy specifically targets the deep-seated beliefs that maintain a negative self-image.
Find the right psychologist for Negative Self-image
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