At Centro Integra, located , our Psychologists perform the treatment to improve the self-esteem of adolescents .
During adolescence, self-esteem can be affected since this is an exciting evolutionary stage in which important changes take place on a physical, psychological and social level.
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WHAT IS SELF-ESTEEM?
SYMPTOMS OF ADOLESCENTS WITH LOW SELF-ESTEEM
Self-esteem is an element of great importance for adolescents. Low self-esteem can lead to poor school performance, behavior problems, depression and even the use of certain substances; so it is important to detect early if there is a problem in this regard. Some symptoms that may make you suspect that your teenager has low self-esteem are:
- Negative feelings about yourself
- Difficulty making friends
- Too reserved
- Lack of objectives
- Hypersensitivity to criticism
- Constant need for recognition
- Excessive dependence on the opinion of others
- Intolerance towards one’s own failure
TREATMENT HOW TO IMPROVE LOW SELF-ESTEEM IN ADOLESCENTS?
When approaching the treatment to improve low self-esteem in adolescents, the Psychologist will evaluate the possible causes that may be behind it. After this, strategies are provided to both the adolescent and the parents to deal with problems effectively.
The work with the adolescent will focus on techniques for controlling anxiety , social skills , establishing habits, improving the relationship with parents and negotiation techniques with them, developing empathy, controlling emotions, etc., in function of the therapeutic objectives set.
Regarding work with parents, the Psychologist will provide them with tools and strategies to communicate better with their children, negotiation techniques, control of irritability and emotions, how to punish and reward, establish study habits and daily life, etc. .
If you are looking for a Psychologist specialized in the treatment to improve low self-esteem in adolescents, do not hesitate to contact us.
Alexa Clark specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has experience in listening and welcoming in Individual Therapy and Couples Therapy. It meets demands such as generalized anxiety, professional, love and family conflicts, stress, depression, sexual dysfunction, grief, and adolescents from 15 years of age. Over the years, She felt the need to conduct the psychotherapy sessions with subtlety since She understands that the psychologist acts as a facilitator of self-understanding and self-acceptance, valuing each person's respect, uniqueness, and acceptance.