Today many individuals experience various difficulties in their daily lives or social relationships because of low self-confidence. Sometimes this is limited to small hesitations, while at other times it can become a problem that significantly lowers a person’s quality of life. It is possible to cope with low self-confidence; and with the right approach and professional support, this process can be helped to progress more healthily.
Psychologist Nilay Özkan, with over 10 years of hospital and clinical experience, has supported thousands of individuals and now brings this accumulated experience to her clients through online therapy. Offering effective methods for self-confidence problems especially in individual adult counselling, our expert shapes the therapy process according to the individual’s needs.
Why Does Low Self-Confidence Occur?
Low self-confidence can develop mostly through factors such as traumas experienced in childhood, overly critical parental attitudes, and academic or social failures. In addition, toxic relationships experienced in adulthood, a feeling of not being valued at work, worries about appearance, or the pressure of social media can also deepen this deficiency.
Some individuals may develop perfectionism by setting their expectations of themselves very high. This leads to behaviours such as fearing mistakes and avoiding trying, and causes self-confidence to decrease even further.
What Are the Signs of Low Self-Confidence?
Individuals experiencing a self-confidence problem usually show the following signs:
- Belittling their achievements, feeling worthless
- Constantly seeking the approval of others
- Struggling to make decisions
- Avoiding starting a new job or entering social settings
- Excessive shyness or timidity
- Not taking risks out of a fear of failure
Over time, these signs can lead to breakdowns in social relationships, missed career opportunities and withdrawal.
How Does Low Self-Confidence Affect Your Life?
Self-confidence directly affects both an individual’s inner world and the relationships they form with the outside world. Individuals with low self-confidence may struggle to express their ideas, may be unable to defend their rights, or may struggle to set boundaries. Over time, this can lead to the individual being exploited, remaining passive and feeling burned out.
In addition, low self-confidence can also prepare the ground for deeper psychological problems such as depression, anxiety disorder and panic attacks.
How Is Self-Confidence Developed with Online Therapy?
Online therapy enables an individual to take part in the therapy process without limitations of time and place. The cognitive behavioural therapy and solution-focused therapy approaches that Psychologist Nilay Özkan applies are quite effective methods in the fight against low self-confidence.
In the therapy process, the individual’s negative thought patterns are discovered, and these thoughts are restructured from a realistic perspective. The client learns to notice their past experiences and to make their present behaviour healthier.
In online therapy, a development plan is created in line with goals prepared specifically for the individual’s life. Weekly sessions make it possible to follow the individual’s progress regularly.
What Can You Do in Daily Life to Develop Your Self-Confidence?
Alongside the online therapy process, you can also support your self-confidence with the following steps:
- Note your achievements without belittling them, and appreciate yourself
- When negative thoughts about yourself arise, question these thoughts
- Step out of your comfort zone by trying new things
- Set aside time for yourself; engage with hobbies and interests
- Learn to say “no,” don’t hesitate to set boundaries
- Try to be active in social relationships, make eye contact, pay attention to your tone of voice
Why Is Psychologist Support Important for Low Self-Confidence?
It may not always be possible for an individual to overcome low self-confidence on their own. Especially under the effect of deep-rooted beliefs from childhood or past traumas, this situation may have become deeper. A professional psychologist guides you in managing this process, discovering yourself and rebuilding.
Psychologist Nilay Özkan, in addition to her hospital and clinical experience, offers solutions tailored to her clients’ needs through her online therapy experience. She keeps an individual approach at the forefront in order to improve her clients’ quality of life.
Fight Low Self-Confidence with Online Therapy
If you too experience self-confidence problems, struggle to express yourself, or stay in the background in your social life, don’t go through this process alone. With the right support, you can give your life a new direction. By starting the online therapy process with Psychologist Nilay Özkan, you can regain your self-confidence and feel stronger and more at peace. To take the first step, get in touch now.
