Online Self Esteem therapists in San Jose, California CA
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Self Esteem
Jennifer Pudlo Therapy & Wellness Consulting
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Low self-esteem can affect every area of your life, making it difficult to trust yourself, set healthy boundaries, or recognize your own worth. Together, we'll explore the experiences and beliefs that have shaped your self-image while developing greater self-compassion, confidence, and resilience. My goal is to help you build a stronger sense of self so you can make decisions with confidence, cultivate healthier relationships, and live more authentically.
16 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Scheyden Herold
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #137593, MS
Self-Esteem is such a difficult thing to work on for people. We are always our own worst critics. We tell ourselves so many negative things about ourselves if we have low self-esteem. It affects our relationships with others. It is important to recognize the value in improving your self-esteem and I can assist you in that process. It is not about saying phony things, it's about understanding the core issues that contribute to your low self-esteem. From there, we can build your self-esteem from the ground up.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Mia Turner
Therapist, MA, RYT, ASDCS, LMFT, NPT-C, CMNCS, CMIP
Self-esteem is often shaped by far more than confidence alone. It can be deeply influenced by trauma, marginalization, neurodivergence, family messages, culture, ableism, racism, and experiences of feeling unseen, misunderstood, or not enough.
I support in exploring the stories you have inherited or internalized about your worth and begin cultivating a more compassionate, authentic, and grounded relationship with yourself. Our work centers self-trust, self-acceptance, and reconnecting with strengths, values, and identities that may have been obscured beneath years of criticism, survival, or adaptation.
10 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
San Francisco Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LMFT, LCSW
At San Francisco Counseling Collective ("SFCC"), we help clients recognize and challenge critical self-narratives, build grounded self-compassion, and develop confidence rooted in authentic strengths and values. Work emphasizes internal reinforcement rather than external validation.
9 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Matthew Weisskopf
Psychologist, PhD
I can assist clients with shifting negative thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and behaviors that may be impacting self-esteem in a more positive direction. When this occurs; often self-esteem will improve.
19 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Lois Lorback
Hypnotherapist, CCHt
Together we will get to the cause of low self-esteem and re-frame the negative thought patterns to positive ones.
12 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Danielle Walker
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
We’ll uncover the beliefs and patterns that get in the way of self-worth, and work on building a stronger, more compassionate view of yourself.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
David Gumpert
Psychologist, PsyD
Much of my work revolves around self esteem and the shame that often underlies it. My take on self esteem is developing a sense of confidence in yourself that is neither increased by praise from others nor decreased by criticism from others. This might sound like a distant possibility, but with the approach I take it is actually much closer than you might expect and can start immediately.
5 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Daniel Slavin
Marriage and Family Therapist
I help clients understand and shift the inner beliefs that shape their sense of self-worth. Therapy focuses on reducing self-criticism, building self-acceptance, and developing a kinder, more confident relationship with oneself.
41 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Susanna La
Psychologist, Ph.D.
If you have low self-esteem and want to develop a different relationship with yourself, you may be interested in learning more about self-compassion. Self-compassion refers to treating ourself with understanding and kindness during our time of suffering, perceived failing, and when we make mistakes. Self-compassion helps us to break free from the "Are you good enough?" narrative and into ‘What is good for me?’
13 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Dr. Stéphanie Gamache, PhD
Hypnotherapist, PhD
Self-esteem is shaped through early emotional experience and internalized relationships. My work integrates psychoanalytic exploration and embodied awareness to support a more compassionate and coherent relationship with the self. This process helps patients move beyond shame and self-criticism toward greater self-acceptance.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Sara Denman
Psychologist, Psy.D
It surprises people to learn that absolutely everyone has self-esteem issues. Some struggle more than others and it often is for different issues but everyone struggles. Finding strengths and working with them help people being to feel better.
27 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Jeanette Abney
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I have over 20 years of experience with working with individuals in the area of improving their self-esteem and self-worth.
27 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Dr. Ingrid Solano
Psychologist, PhD
I work with both adults and adolescents on an individual basis. Individual psychotherapy helps clients deal with particular issues, symptoms, and stressors. My goal is to provide a safe, non judgmental space for you to explore who you are, how you relate to others, and what supports you on your journey to become your best self. I lean into, listen, understand, and enhance authentic expression. Together we create a collaborative process of transformation. What that means and what that looks like is different for everyone...
I offer evidence-based therapies from a curious, nonjudgmental philosophy. No matter where you have been, evidence-based therapies focus on changing the now. I strive to help my clients experience the world mindfully, and in accordance with their personal values. Through our work in cultivating an affirming, authentic, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship, I provide support while we collaboratively deconstruct what is causing distress in your life and preventing you from being your most effective and authentic self. Individual therapy facilitates insight and growth, becoming more effective at actualizing your values, and building more authentic relationships with yourself and with others.
While there are many forms of therapy you can pursue, my expertise is in time-limited, evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (CBT), the Unified Protocol for emotional disorders, and third wave CBT such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness based interventions. (I do have experience in, and practice, an eclectic arrangement of other modalities as well-- when applicable or specifically requested.) We explore thoughts, beliefs, and understanding, while also prioritizing behavioral processes that focus on your contexts and the functions of how you relate to your internal experiences. CBT is designed to help individuals notice and shift their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to get relief from painful emotions such as anxiety and sadness.
Third wave interventions also promote well-being through developing coping skills, personal values, and metacognition that complement traditional CBT interventions. I provide flexible, customizable approaches that look different with each patient. I empower my clients to discover their strength, clarity, creativity, autonomy, resilience, motivation, and confidence in meeting whatever happens next. I provide individualized tools to use in everyday decision-making that will help those changes last. With these modalities I treat individuals who are impacted by depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship distress, burnout, divorce, loss, uncertainty, stigma, and other life experiences, diagnoses, and stressors. We explore the sources, experiences, and beliefs that impact how you relate with the world and implement change in your life. You are the expert on you, but are you your most effective and content self?
15 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Elaine Skoulas
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT
Struggles with self-esteem often develop from early experiences that shaped how you see yourself and what you believe you deserve. Together we explore the origins of self-criticism, perfectionism, and negative core beliefs. Using trauma-informed and somatic approaches, we work to quiet the inner critic and build a more grounded, stable sense of self-worth that is not dependent on constant achievement or approval.
8 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Shayda Ewalt
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Low self-esteem often begins in environments where your needs, emotions, or identity were dismissed or criticized. Rather than simply boosting your confidence, we explore the roots of self-doubt and gently repair the internal narratives shaped by past experiences. The goal is not perfection, it is self-trust, self-compassion, and a grounded sense of worth.
10 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
G. Roman Gupta, LCSW
Therapist, LCSW
I have been practicing for almost 20 years and I have a strength-based, trauma-informed, culturally aware, LGBTQ+ affirmative, sex positive, kink positive, poly affirming, feminist perspective. I have trained and practiced in a variety of treatment methods that offer us a variety of ways to meet your goals whether as an individual, couple, or family.
18 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Frankie Santiago
Life Coach, Professional Life Coach
I help men and women build lasting self-esteem and confidence through practical life coaching focused on real, sustainable change. Together we identify limiting beliefs, strengthen self-worth, develop healthier self-talk, and take consistent action to create a more positive and empowered sense of self. My supportive yet direct approach provides actionable tools and strategies to help you show up with greater assurance in relationships, business, and daily life. If you’re ready to stop doubting yourself and start feeling more confident and capable, I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation to see how we can work together.
15 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Hiroko Saeki, MA, LMFT, RDT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist
Do you have a critical voice in you that keeps telling you that you are worthless or not good enough? Please don't let that voice trick you into believing that. Let's work together to improve your relationship with your inner critic—I would love to help you.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
Self Esteem
Sandy Kong
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 119380
One of my favorite things as a therapist is to see the strengths in others and help them see it within themselves. It's a true honor to be a part of someone's process to help them feel empowered. Working on self-esteem in therapy involves identifying and challenging deep-seated negative beliefs and cognitive distortions. Therapy also helps clients cultivate self-compassion, recognize personal strengths, and break cycles of self-criticism. Therapy for self-esteem aims to change the internal dialogue, build emotional resilience, and foster a healthier, stable, resilient, realistic, and positive self-view.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Jose, CA
San Jose sits at the heart of Silicon Valley, where the pressures of the tech industry — performance anxiety, imposter syndrome, and the psychological cost of relentless innovation culture — drive significant demand for therapists experienced in high-achievement environments. The city's large South Asian and East Asian communities mean culturally competent therapists who understand the intersection of immigrant identity, family expectations, and mental health are particularly sought after. Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente provide institutional mental health resources alongside a growing independent therapy community. Many South Bay therapists offer evening and weekend hours to accommodate the demanding work schedules common in the tech sector.
Self Esteem therapists in San Jose, California Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in San Jose, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Self Esteem (100%), Anxiety or Fears (89%), and Stress (75%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Self Esteem |
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Stress |
| 74% | Depression |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Loss or Grief |
| 57% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |