[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_padding=”34px||25px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”950px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Post Title” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _dynamic_attributes=”content” text_font=”Josefin Sans|500|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65″ text_font_size=”18px” header_font=”Josefin Sans|700|||||||” header_text_color=”gcid-da03fba7-337b-4a93-9b61-6d04adf1be71″ header_font_size=”42px” header_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||40px||false|false” header_font_size_tablet=”36px” header_font_size_phone=”28px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-da03fba7-337b-4a93-9b61-6d04adf1be71%22:%91%22header_text_color%22%93}”]@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”unlink” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font=”Josefin Sans|500|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65″ text_font_size=”18px” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]Have you ever felt unsure of yourself at work, in your relationships, or even just in your day-to-day decisions? Do you find it hard to set boundaries, speak up for what you need, or stop putting everyone else first? If so, you’re not alone. These struggles often come from deeper self-esteem issues that quietly shape how we live and connect with others.<\/p>\n
You might look like you have it all together, but still feel stuck or unfulfilled inside. Maybe your relationships feel distant or full of conflict, and you\u2019re not sure why. The truth is, these patterns don\u2019t fix themselves, and without support, they usually keep repeating.<\/p>\n
In this blog, you will find out about how individual therapy and relationship coaching can help you break those cycles, feel more grounded in who you are, and start building healthier, more fulfilling relationships.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”What Low Self-Esteem Looks Like” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font=”Josefin Sans|700|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-2dc0b2a4-2bf4-4046-a5fa-f22908597d5e” text_font_size=”30px” text_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||16px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”40px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”35px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”20px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-2dc0b2a4-2bf4-4046-a5fa-f22908597d5e%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]What Low Self-Esteem Looks Like[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”unlink” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font=”Josefin Sans|500|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65″ text_font_size=”18px” ul_line_height=”1.7em” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]Many of my clients don\u2019t walk in saying, \u201cI need help with self-esteem.\u201d Instead, they say things like:<\/p>\n
These are the quiet symptoms of low self-worth. They don\u2019t always scream, they whisper, eroding your confidence slowly over time. The truth is, self-esteem isn’t about arrogance or ego. It\u2019s about trusting your voice, honoring your needs, and knowing you’re worthy of love and respect, exactly as you are.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”How I Help You Rebuild from the Inside Out” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font=”Josefin Sans|700|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-2dc0b2a4-2bf4-4046-a5fa-f22908597d5e” text_font_size=”30px” text_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||16px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”40px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”35px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”20px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-2dc0b2a4-2bf4-4046-a5fa-f22908597d5e%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]How I Help You Rebuild from the Inside Out[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”unlink” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font=”Josefin Sans|500|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65″ text_font_size=”18px” ul_line_height=”1.7em” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]As a trauma-informed therapist, I provide a safe, compassionate space to explore the roots of your self-worth challenges. Whether these struggles come from childhood experiences, past relationships, cultural expectations, or unresolved trauma, we\u2019ll work together to untangle the beliefs and patterns that no longer serve you.<\/p>\n
In our sessions, I blend evidence-based methods with a warm, relational approach. I don’t just listen, I guide you, challenge you, and support you through a process of deep healing. You\u2019ll learn how to stop internalizing negative thoughts, reframe your inner narrative, and start making choices that reflect your values.<\/p>\n
If you’re seeking therapy for self-esteem in Encino<\/a>, I offer personalized, client-centered care that goes beyond surface-level affirmations. 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That\u2019s why many of my clients come to me struggling with emotional closeness, communication, boundary-setting, and trust.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re single, dating, married, or navigating a breakup, relationships are complex and often deeply tied to how you feel about yourself.<\/p>\n As a relationship coach in Encino<\/a>, I support individuals and couples in developing more authentic, respectful, and satisfying connections. Coaching focuses on understanding your patterns, learning new communication tools, and uncovering the blind spots that often lead to conflict or disconnection.<\/p>\n My work as a coach isn\u2019t about assigning blame. It\u2019s about helping you recognize what you can control your reactions, your emotional awareness, and the choices you make in your partnerships. Through this work, many clients not only improve their current relationships but also become clearer on what they truly need and deserve from future ones.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Why You Should Choose Me” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font=”Josefin Sans|700|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-2dc0b2a4-2bf4-4046-a5fa-f22908597d5e” text_font_size=”30px” text_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||16px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”40px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”35px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”20px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-2dc0b2a4-2bf4-4046-a5fa-f22908597d5e%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]Why You Should Choose Me[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”unlink” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font=”Josefin Sans|500|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65″ text_font_size=”18px” ul_line_height=”1.7em” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]I\u2019m Dr. Carrie Jacobs<\/a>, and my practice is built on one foundational belief: you are not broken. You may be hurt, overwhelmed, confused, or guarded, but these are responses, not flaws. I specialize in trauma-informed care that helps clients feel safe, seen, and supported without judgment.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s what sets me apart:<\/strong><\/p>\n I work with individuals who are ready to reclaim their voice, reconnect with their emotional needs, and create lives and relationships rooted in worth, not fear.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”FAQs” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font=”Josefin Sans|700|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-2dc0b2a4-2bf4-4046-a5fa-f22908597d5e” text_font_size=”30px” text_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||16px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”40px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”35px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”20px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-2dc0b2a4-2bf4-4046-a5fa-f22908597d5e%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]FAQs[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”unlink” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ text_font=”Josefin Sans|500|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65″ text_font_size=”18px” ul_line_height=”1.7em” header_3_font=”Lato||||||||” header_3_font_size=”36″ custom_margin=”||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-719827c1-623b-4d04-b1e1-c1d8108b2f65%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]1. What can I expect in my first session?<\/strong> 2. How is therapy different from relationship coaching?<\/strong> 3. Do you work with both individuals and couples?<\/strong> 4. How long will it take to see results?<\/strong> 5. Is this confidential?<\/strong> Have you ever felt unsure of yourself at work, in your relationships, or even just in your day-to-day decisions? Do you find it hard to set boundaries, speak up for what you need, or stop putting everyone else first?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4363","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n\n
\nIn your first session, we\u2019ll talk about what brings you in, what you\u2019re hoping to get out of therapy or coaching, and begin creating a space where you feel safe, supported, and understood.<\/p>\n
\nTherapy often addresses emotional wounds and deeper mental health concerns. Relationship coaching is more focused on growth, communication, and goal-oriented support for current or future partnerships.<\/p>\n
\nYes. I work with individuals on self-esteem, trauma, and personal growth, and I also offer relationship coaching for individuals or couples seeking to improve their communication and connection.<\/p>\n
\nEveryone\u2019s journey is different. Some clients feel noticeable shifts within a few sessions, while others engage in longer-term work for sustained transformation.<\/p>\n
\nAbsolutely. Your privacy and trust are incredibly important. 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Whether you’re looking for deep inner healing or practical support with relationship challenges, I\u2019m here to help you reconnect with your worth and move forward with confidence. 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