Online Self Esteem therapists in Woodcrest, California CA
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Stephanie Brumfield
Therapist, LCSW
In addressing the complex issue of self-esteem in my practice, I delve deep into the root causes that underpin feelings of low self-worth, focusing on individuals who, due to their empathetic nature, high sensitivity, or autism, experience the world with intense emotional depth. These unique traits, while profound gifts, can also lead to overwhelming self-criticism, anxiety, and shame, often stemming from an acute awareness of others' emotions and judgments. This heightened sensitivity can culminate in challenges such as difficulty setting boundaries, a propensity towards people-pleasing, and perfectionism, all of which can erode self-esteem and contribute to a sense of burnout and disconnection from one's true self.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in the understanding that low self-esteem often arises from these deep-seated patterns of thinking and interacting with the world. By exploring the origins of these feelings—whether they're rooted in childhood experiences, societal expectations, or the intrinsic challenges of navigating life with heightened sensitivity—we embark on a journey of healing and transformation. This process is focused on uncovering and addressing the underlying causes of low self-esteem, moving beyond surface-level solutions to foster lasting change.
Together, we work to develop healthier boundaries, reduce self-criticism, and embrace authenticity, empowering individuals to reclaim their self-worth independently of external validation. The goal is to help those I work with to confidently shine their light, building connections that honor their authentic selves, and to discover a sense of self that is free from overwhelm and self-doubt. This depth-oriented, root cause approach to therapy is about nurturing a strong, resilient sense of self-esteem that supports a life of fulfillment, confidence, and genuine connection, celebrating the unique gifts of sensitivity and empathy as sources of strength and connection.
8 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA (Online Only)
Marcelle Little
Marriage and Family Therapist, MPH, MA
According to research, self-compassion is a considered a better marker for how we view ourselves in relation to the world. Through this framework, I guide you on practices to enhance inner compassion.
9 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Aimen Bukhari
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 144748, LPCC 18977
I help clients struggling with low self-esteem, self-doubt, and harsh inner criticism. Therapy focuses on stabilizing emotional distress and rebuilding self-worth that is not dependent on performance, approval, or sacrifice.
7 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA (Online Only)
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 Woodcrest, CA (Online Only)
Roderic Burks - Integrative Mental Health
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, MS HSc, MA, LMHC, LPC
Low self-esteem often develops from past experiences and internalized patterns that undermine confidence and self-worth. I help clients explore these influences and the parts of themselves that may feel insecure or critical. Together, we build self-compassion, confidence, and a stronger sense of authentic self.
26 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA (Online Only)
Lisa Abdilova Andresen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
What if you saw yourself the way others saw you? Imagine if you could finally feel like you're good enough, doing enough, loved enough. What if you talked to others the way you talked to yourself? How come your inner critic is giving you such a hard time?
Improving the relationship you have with yourself is where therapy often starts.
Let's make sense of the recurring themes in your negative self-talk. You'll practice re-evaluating what your mind's telling you to make sure it's accurate, representative, and helpful for you through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Where did these self-defeating messages come from? How can we reframe them to be more encouraging and reassuring so they stop holding you back?
You'll learn your preferences, your triggers, and how to assert boundaries through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). You'll identify your values and start noticing when people push you to act in ways that contradict what's most important to you through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
This is all figure-out-able.
9 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Amrit Schneider
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Identify and challenge negative self-talk, increase self esteem and self worth.
9 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Vanessa Ffrench
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (140713), Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor
I have experience working with clients who are suffering with self-esteem issues. I approach these issues with acceptance and self compassion, body-oriented practices and mindfulness, as well as identifying earlier childhood patterns and internalizations that created a poor sense of self and low self esteem. I encourage self-compassion first and foremost with these clients.
15 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA (Online Only)
Dr. Rebecca Scott, Psy.D
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Certified in Holistic Health
I can help support improving self esteem with CBT techniques and behavior and lifestyle changes.
17 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Melanie Goetz
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
You have just taken a small, ginormous step in healing your sense of self. To reach out for help is a BIG declaration of "I am worth it," "I can live a freer life, a kinder to myself life." I am so appreciative of your courage at this very moment. Together, we'll reflect on other times you've taken these small, ginormous steps in recognizing your sense of self, as well as, your intrinsic sense of self-worth. We'll get to know the painful, and, the uplifting messages that tend to echo in your mind, body, and spirit. We'll discover the parts of you that are really holding true to these different messages, and, we'll learn new roles for these parts that are more helpful to you now. There will be time for story-telling and for story-rewriting. We'll heal stories known in word memory, as well as, the stories known only in your body. You'll be the director, and I'll be right there with you paving paths, highlighting different options on the journey towards a more confident posture as you live your most genuine life--being known, safely, by yourself and others.
10 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Michael Myette Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in treatment for self esteem
19 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA (Online Only)
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 Woodcrest, CA
Dr. Marco Fekrat
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My primary goal is to help you connect with your inner most authentic self while helping you actualize your highest potential.
15 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA (Online Only)
Nathan Ely, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
We all have a negative belief of self that connects to our experiences in the past affecting how we function in the present. Understanding what is under the surface of these dysfunctional thoughts can help us overcome the negative beliefs that can make it difficult to thrive. My hope is to help people improve their self worth and feel empowered to thrive in any situation.
8 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Iva Taylor Hypnosisbloom Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapist, CHt. Certified Hypnotherapist, Life Coach
"Low self-esteem can hold you back from living your fullest life. I specialize in helping individuals cultivate unshakeable self-worth and confidence. Together, we'll uncover the root causes of self-doubt, challenge negative self-beliefs, and build a strong foundation of self-acceptance and inner strength. You'll learn practical tools to silence your inner critic and step into your power with courage and authenticity.
2 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA (Online Only)
Dr. Joshua A. Goldstein
Psychologist, Psy.D.
You want to feel good about yourself, but instead that critic inside your head has a louder voice. Together we can discover why it's so loud and how to replace it.
12 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Tracey Kiernan
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Low self-esteem can shape how you see yourself, your relationships, and your choices. I help you build a more stable sense of self-worth that isn’t dependent on external validation.
2 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Stephanie Morfitt, LCSW More Fit Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
When You Feel “Not Enough”
You may look like you have it all together — capable, caring, successful — yet underneath it all, you’re often questioning yourself. You replay conversations, worry you’ve disappointed someone, or feel like you’re falling short no matter how hard you try. Even small mistakes can feel huge, and compliments are hard to believe. If you’re stuck in cycles of perfectionism, self-criticism, or people-pleasing, I can help you change how you relate to yourself from the inside out.
Using a structured, evidence-based approach called TEAM-CBT, we’ll uncover the beliefs that fuel low self-worth and learn how to replace them with compassion, confidence, and emotional balance. Together, we’ll work to:
Quiet the inner critic that keeps moving the goalpost
Identify and challenge distorted thoughts about your value and competence
Build emotional resilience so your mood isn’t dependent on others’ approval
Strengthen your sense of identity and confidence in your choices
Experience genuine self-respect — not the temporary kind that fades with praise or performance
You’ll gain tools you can use daily to shift from feeling “not enough” to knowing you are already whole. Therapy becomes less about “fixing yourself” and more about discovering your worth that’s been there all along.
I BELIEVE:
You can be both confident and a work in progress.
Self-compassion creates change faster than self-criticism ever will.
You deserve relationships that mirror your true worth — not your self-doubt.
Confidence is a skill you can learn, not a personality trait you either have or don’t.
Growth happens when we replace judgment with curiosity and kindness.
Also Integrated In Our Work:
• Interpersonal Work – to strengthen connection and empower you to be yourself using The 5 Secrets of Effective Communication
• Mindful Self-Compassion – to cultivate a gentler, kinder inner voice through the work of Dr. Kristin Neff
• Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) – to regulate the nervous system and support trauma recovery alongside cognitive tools for a well-rounded approach
10 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Ross Kellogg, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Self-Esteem is closely connected to our values and behavior. Therapy can help you identify how your daily habits may be breaking down a healthy sense of self and how to replace those habits. Approaches I use to accomplish this work include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Approaches, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
12 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA (Online Only)
Dr. Daniele Levy, Bay Area Cognitive Therapy
Psychologist, PhD, MBA
I help clients struggling with self-esteem issues by identifying and challenging negative beliefs about themselves. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we work together to address the underlying thoughts that contribute to low self-worth and replace them with healthier, more empowering perspectives. My approach also focuses on building self-compassion and developing the skills necessary to create positive changes in how clients see and value themselves. With these tools, clients gain confidence and a stronger sense of self.
17 Years Experience
Online in Woodcrest, CA
Self Esteem therapists in Woodcrest, California Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Woodcrest, 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 |