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Alexandra Jane Matustik, MS, CA LMFT 164492 is a family therapist in Van Nuys, CA specializing in family therapy. Alexandra Jane Matustik, MS, CA LMFT 164492 is affiliated with BetterHelp.
“I'm a therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life's most meaningful challenges. With experience across diverse areas, I work with clients navigating relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, parenting concerns, and self-esteem issues. I'm particularly skilled at helping people process life transitions and build resilience. My approach centers on fostering self-compassion, improving communication, and addressing isolation and loneliness. I work with clients exploring life purpose, managing anxiety and panic, and healing from abandonment and attachment wounds. I also support individuals working through guilt, shame, and forgiveness—as well as those facing family-of-origin patterns and control issues. I have a special focus on supporting women through pregnancy, childbirth, and women's health concerns, as well as men navigating their unique experiences. I work with young adults, caregivers managing stress, and individuals at life's end stages seeking meaning and peace. My therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion, cultural awareness, and genuine partnership. I believe healing happens when you feel truly heard and supported. I'm honored to walk alongside you as you move toward greater wholeness and authenticity.”
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.
She has a state license in California.
Licensed In: California
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Ms. Alexandra Matustik specializes in family therapy and practices in Van Nuys, CA. Ms. Matustik has obtained a license to practice in California.
