Low self-esteem can impact every aspect of our lives, but it doesn't have to define us. In therapy, you'll find a safe and supportive space where you can explore the root causes of your self-esteem issues, challenge negative beliefs about yourself, and learn to cultivate a more positive and compassionate self-image.
Counselor/Therapist, MA LPC, Certified Equine Assisted Therapist, Art Therapist, CSAT/CPTT
The horse can fulfill some basic needs, e.g. emotional closeness and safety, the opportunity for nurturance through caring for and grooming of a horse. The horse is unambiguous in its behaviour and reacts on the feelings presented through body language, thereby giving a direct response on the emotional state of the person possible leading to a feeling of intimacy which is part of an experience of social support. Connectedness with the horse might therefore be important for perceived social support. Social support is not necessarily an available support, to include what the individual perceives as available. The perceived experience of an interaction with the horse is important to the individuals emotional self talk.
Low self-esteem can impact every aspect of our lives, but it doesn't have to define us. In therapy, you'll find a safe and supportive space where you can explore the root causes of your self-esteem issues, challenge negative beliefs about yourself, and learn to cultivate a more positive and compassionate self-image.