Confidence & Self-Esteem

TRTP support for self-doubt, inner criticism, and feeling “not enough” — so self-trust can become normal again.

Confidence issues rarely come from a lack of intelligence or capability. More often, they come from patterns that formed for a reason—protection, belonging, avoiding rejection, staying safe.

At Reset Today, we use TRTP (The Richards Trauma Process) to help resolve the underlying drivers behind confidence and self-esteem struggles, so your response in the present becomes calmer, clearer, and more grounded.

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Does this feel familiar?

  • You second-guess yourself constantly

  • You overthink conversations and decisions

  • You feel like an “imposter” even when you’re doing well

  • You struggle to set boundaries (then feel resentful or guilty)

  • You people-please, then feel depleted

  • You have a strong inner critic, shame, or “I’m not enough” thoughts

Confidence is not just mindset

Real confidence is often the result of internal safety—the feeling that you’re allowed to be yourself, take up space, and make mistakes without it becoming dangerous.

When earlier experiences taught your system that it wasn’t safe to speak up, be seen, or risk failure, confidence can become fragile—no matter how much you “know” you’re capable.

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What keeps self-esteem stuck

Many clients notice patterns like:

  • chasing approval (and feeling empty when you get it)

  • perfectionism (as protection)

  • avoidance (to prevent embarrassment or judgment)

  • harsh self-talk (to stay “in line”)

These patterns aren’t random. They’re often learned responses to earlier experiences that still carry emotional charge.

How TRTP supports confidence and self-worth

TRTP is a structured process that works at the level where many patterns are stored—beneath insight.

Rather than just “thinking positively,” TRTP focuses on resolving what drives the pattern so you can:

  • experience less self-criticism and fear of judgment

  • set boundaries without panic or guilt

  • feel steadier in relationships and decisions

  • act from self-trust rather than protection

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What to expect

  1. Initial conversation — clarify what you want to change

  2. Suitability + plan — confirm fit and explain the process

  3. Guided sessions — structured, paced, outcome-focused

  4. Integration — making the change real in daily life

Stress and overwhelm FAQs

Is this page for “confidence issues” only?

No. Many people come for anxiety, overwhelm, or relationship patterns and discover confidence/self-worth is part of what’s underneath.

That’s common when the driver is nervous-system protection rather than logic. We’ll assess fit and choose the right pathway.

No, TRTP is not talk therapy and one of the key aspects of the process is it doesn’t require you to retell your full story – which is often just as real as reliving it.

If you’re at immediate risk of harm, contact emergency services right now. TRTP is not crisis support, and urgent safety comes first.

Don't negotiate with self-doubt

If you’re ready to stop negotiating with self-doubt, TRTP is on your side.

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