Interventions for core beliefs, self-critical thinking, and building a more balanced self-view.
A longitudinal formulation based on Fennell's cognitive model of low self-esteem — mapping how early experiences created a negative bottom line that is maintained by biased processing and unhelpful rules.
~25 min
Map out how early experiences led to negative core beliefs and the rules, triggers, and maintenance cycles that keep low self-esteem going.
~20 min
Practise responding to yourself with the same kindness you would offer a friend — challenging the self-critical voice with compassion.
~10 min
Build a catalogue of your strengths, qualities, and achievements — evidence that doesn't fit the negative bottom line.
~10 min