A story about self-doubt, creative fear, and learning to move forward one small step at a time.
CLIENT
UX Designer
FOCUS
Self-doubt, perfectionism, creative confidence
TIME IN THERAPY
10 months, weekly sessions
FORMAT
Individual therapy, online
In her own words
Am I good enough? Why am I not as good as everyone else?
As a creative, I tend to overthink my work. Instead of focusing on improving, I end up working against myself.
My insecurities got me to a point where I preferred doing nothing because I thought I “wasn’t good enough.”
I knew I needed therapeutic help. Otherwise, I wouldn’t move forward or make any real progress in my life.
One step at a time
That’s how ALMA changed my life.
I learned to face my fears, reflect on my insecurities, and take things one step at a time.
With that help, I slowly started seeing my fears as friends rather than enemies.
I’m still learning. But now, instead of letting fear stop me, I’m learning to move forward with it.
(The turning point)
Mine Akbaba, in her own words
Shared with permission. Names and details may have been changed to protect client confidentiality.
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