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George Scott Laub, UT LCSW 14290829-3501 is a social worker in Roosevelt, UT specializing in social work. George Scott Laub, UT LCSW 14290829-3501 is affiliated with BetterHelp.
“Life brings an array of challenges, transitions, and unexpected hardships, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to help individuals of all ages find peace, reclaim joy, and foster meaningful connections with the people around them. I work holistically with children, teens, and adults, tailoring my approach to meet the unique developmental and emotional needs of each individual. Whether your child is struggling to process a major change, your teenager is navigating the pressures of growing up, or you are an adult facing a difficult life transition, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to heal and grow. Specializing in trauma recovery, I am fully certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). This evidence-based framework allows me to safely guide clients through the healing process of complex trauma and major life events, helping them move from a place of survival to a place of thriving. My practice is rooted in a strengths-based approach. I firmly believe that you already possess innate resilience; my role is to help you uncover those strengths, develop effective coping strategies, and build a life that feels fulfilling and peaceful. Together, we will work through life's hurdles and discover your path forward.”
Connect with this therapist via:
Online messaging - send messages throughout the day as you have time; relax and give yourself opportunity to fully ponder each step of the conversation
Video Visits - connect over video conferencing software for a virtual session -- almost as if you're there in person
Phone Visits - good old-fashioned technology for those who don't want to worry about appearance or who have might have internet bandwidth limitations; a little bit like connecting with an old friend, but with a counselor instead
Instant Message (IM) Visits - real-time chat -- like a phone call, but over text
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Self-Esteem Issues
Self-esteem is the value one assigns to oneself based on a complex combination of factors such as confidence, identity, sense of belonging, and self-image, among others. Self-esteem plays a critical role in determining one's happiness and overall well-being. Those with a very positive self-perception are considered to have "high" self-esteem, whereas those with negative self-perception have "low" self-esteem. Self-esteem does not dictate one's true intelligence, skills, looks, or accomplishments, although it can undermine one's motivation and opportunities. Successful people can have low self-esteem, and in some cases, that low self-esteem might motivate people to work harder at establishing themselves. Self-esteem is also not a binary scale, but a broad spectrum that people may move up or down throughout the course of their lives.
Humans begin to gain self-esteem in childhood from being cared for by adults and reaching natural milestones such as learning how to tie one's shoes. Self-esteem evolves through adolescence and adulthood, and can change drastically based on one's positive and negative experiences. It's important to develop healthy self-esteem to navigate through challenges, make decisions, and gain motivation to pursue interests.
Self-esteem issues can influence one's emotions, behavior, relationships, and world view. Self-esteem issues frequently arise from low self-esteem. Low self-esteem can be caused by factors such as trauma, caregiver neglect, abuse, bullying, and academic, social, or professional difficulties. Stressful life events such as parental divorce, caregiver conflict, and financial problems may also contribute to low self-esteem. In recent years, researchers have highlighted the influence of social media in negatively impacting adolescents' mental health. Common signs of low self-esteem include:
Excessive self-esteem can also be problematic in that it can hinder one's ability to form relationships with others. People with extremely high self-esteem may appear to be conceited or entitled. Some researchers suggest very high self-esteem can lead people to engage in more risk-taking behaviors. Causes of excessive self-esteem are less well-known, but may include upbringing, personality, and cognitive biases.
Fortunately, self-esteem issues can be readily addressed at any time. Positive self-affirmations recognizing one's own accomplishments can raise low self-esteem. Accepting one's own weaknesses and imperfections can benefit those with both low and high self-esteem. People with self-esteem issues often find therapy is an effective means to improve their self-esteem and mental health. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help people with self-esteem issues identify and change destructive patterns of thought. Support groups, family counseling, and antidepressant medication may also help with self-esteem issues.
Maintaining a positive outlook and belief in oneself can go a long way towards forming healthy self-esteem. Developing a strong sense of self can be important for well-being and contributes to overall happiness and success in life.
He has a state license in Utah.
Licensed In: Utah
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Mr. George Laub is a social work specialist in Roosevelt, UT.
