Online Self Esteem therapists in Lincolnwood, Illinois IL
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Self Esteem
Anne Zakaras
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
When your relationship with yourself is defined by self-doubt, people-pleasing, and a harsh inner critic, it affects every single corner of your life. Anne provides a warm, non-judgmental, and deeply collaborative space to help you dismantle those negative self-narratives and build authentic self-esteem. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, she partners with individuals to help them break free from the cycle of insecurity, quiet the voice of perfectionism, and rediscover their inherent worth.
Anne’s integrative approach is uniquely designed to bypass the intellectual defense mechanisms that keep low self-esteem in place. By combining evidence-based psychotherapy with creative art therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), she offers a safe space to explore and externalize old beliefs about your value. Together, you will learn to treat yourself with genuine compassion, establish healthy boundaries, and step into your life with confidence—whether you are navigating a major life transition, professional burnout, a chronic illness diagnosis, or the profound identity shifts of parenthood.
8 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Paulina Birgiolaite
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, CMNCS
Self-esteem shapes how you see yourself, your relationships, and your decisions. I help clients identify and challenge the core beliefs that drive self-doubt and replace them with more accurate and supportive perspectives. Our work focuses on building self-trust, confidence, and a more stable sense of self-worth.
8 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
The Caruso Wellness Center PLLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, DMin, MART, MA, ALMFT
Struggles with self-esteem often show up as self-doubt, harsh inner criticism, people-pleasing, or feeling “not enough” no matter what you accomplish. From an Adlerian perspective, low self-esteem is closely tied to discouragement and mistaken beliefs about worth, belonging, and significance. In counseling, we work together to identify these patterns, challenge self-defeating thoughts, and build a more compassionate and realistic view of yourself. My goal is to help you develop confidence, strengthen your sense of purpose, and begin living in a way that reflects your true value rather than your fears or past experiences.
3 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Erin Anderson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MS, MSW, LCSW
I provide compassionate support to individuals looking to improve their self-esteem and develop a more positive sense of self-worth. I create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their feelings, challenge negative self-perceptions, and uncover their strengths. Using a strengths-based and empowering approach, I help clients build self-compassion, shift unhelpful thought patterns, and set achievable goals that promote confidence and personal growth. Through therapeutic techniques such as mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral strategies, I guide individuals toward a healthier, more resilient sense of self, fostering long-term well-being and inner strength.
15 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Shawna Stillwell
Marriage and Family Therapist, IMFT-S
Low self-esteem rarely comes out of the blue. It's usually the result of internalized messages, past experiences, and parts of ourselves that learned to be critical as a way of coping. I help clients untangle where these beliefs came from and build a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
8 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Rachel Leth
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Low self-esteem can impact relationships, decision-making, and emotional well-being. I help clients challenge negative self-beliefs, build confidence, and develop a healthier, more compassionate relationship with themselves.
5 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Dr. Natasha Shukla
Psychologist, PhD., LPC
Low self-esteem can be like a heavy weight that affects every aspect of your life, making it tough to see your own worth. In therapy, I'm here to offer a helping hand to individuals dealing with these issues. Together, we'll dive into the reasons behind your low self-esteem, using a variety of approaches tailored just for you. We'll tackle those nagging negative thoughts, build a sense of self-compassion, and highlight your unique strengths and achievements. Additionally, we'll dig deep to understand any past experiences or cultural influences that might be holding you back. With our teamwork, you can gradually build a more positive self-image, boost your self-confidence, and take steps toward a more fulfilling and empowered life. This journey is yours, and I'm here to walk it with you, offering support and guidance every step of the way.
15 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Dr. Sheryl Ferguson
Psychologist, (Psy.D.)
I can help with your self esteem. During our collaborative experience together, I will provide an empathic and caring space to help you move through your struggles, so you can live your best life. Together we will find ways towards a path of feeling better, leaning new coping skills to reconnect with your internal self.
23 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Rachel Miller
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Self-esteem grows from a foundation of self-trust and recognizing your inherent worth. I work with individuals to rebuild confidence in their own judgment, strengthen inner resilience, and challenge messages that have undermined their value. Together, we focus on cultivating self-compassion, personal agency, and a deeper sense of trust in yourself and your choices.
9 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Jonathan Schnapp
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Struggles with self-esteem can show up as self-doubt, harsh inner criticism, or a sense of not quite measuring up. In therapy, we’ll explore how these patterns developed and how they continue to shape your thoughts, feelings, and relationships. By building a more grounded and compassionate understanding of yourself, you can begin to relate to yourself with greater confidence and steadiness, rather than constant evaluation.
15 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Self-esteem can be a tenuous experience that is constantly at risk if we define ourselves by success/failure.
17 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Hannah Warshowsky
Psychologist, PhD
I talk about self-criticism, often how we express self-esteem, with all of my clients. Every. Single. One. We call ourselves things we would never call anyone else “disgusting, lazy, unworthy, embarrassing, ugly, stupid. The list goes on and on. Instead of metaphorically beating yourself up for beating yourself up (because that defeats the purpose right?) try some of these tips. ✔️
Try talking to yourself how you would talk to a best friend, small child, or a lovable pet. You can still challenge yourself but say it in a gentle way. “I know you are really tired but you are gonna feel better if you get up and make some breakfast.
10 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Andrew D. Sapp
Psychologist, PhD
Self-Esteem starts with being a friend to ourselves. It requires stopping negative self-talk and replacing it with positive thoughts. Irrational and limiting beliefs can also be a blockage against developing self-esteem. Self Esteem also takes action and real world success. As we have more positive self-talk, and start believing in ourselves we will start being more motivated because we believe we can succeed and that our effort makes a difference. Then we start practicing more at whatever matters to us. We start to have more success in those areas and others start to notice and appreciate our skills. Feeling like you are good at something, have some positive relationships, and celebrating the little positive steps along the way gets the momentum of self esteem building going. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be incredibly helpful to this process.
20 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Rachel Honaker, Depth Counseling Services
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
How we think and feel about ourselves impacts everything in our lives, even when we're not consciously aware of it. When we feel negatively about who we are, it's going to be challenging to make meaning, find joy, maintain mutual relationships, and access peace and rest. Asking the "why?" is an important first question. The next step can be to find a safe place to search for the pieces. Therapy can be that space, not because the therapist is going make you feel good, but because it can provide a supportive environment to explore your story and how your brain arrived to the conclusion that there is something inherently negative about you. Through the process we can deconstruct the narrative that has you stuck, begin to understand yourself differently, and move towards integration and wellbeing.
10 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Roots to Branches Counseling Services
Counselor/Therapist
In our evidence based models of treatment, children become more confident, autonomous, self-assured, and willing to believe in themselves and their abilities.
3 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Dr. Sam Macy
Psychologist, PsyD
Our relationships with our selves are paramount. My aim is to help people explore the "stories" they've come to hold about themselves, to interrogate limiting beliefs and thought patterns, and to develop self-affirmation and confidence in their place.
16 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Elaine Flockerzi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I specialize in Self Esteem, as evidenced by my professional training, licensing credentials, and years of experience working successfully in this area of treatment.
8 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Sarah Farris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Self-esteem can impact how one sees themselves and interacts with the world. Self-doubt can lead to changes in relationships, school or work performance. I take a warm, nonjudgmental approach at assisting clients in overcoming self-doubt and return to valued living.
14 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Lora Proia/ Centered Village LLC Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LCPC, LPC
As a therapist specializing in self-esteem building, I help clients reconnect with their inherent worth and challenge the inner critic that distorts their self-image. Low self-esteem often stems from early experiences, societal pressures, or chronic self-doubt—and I guide individuals in rewriting those narratives through compassion, cognitive restructuring, and strengths-based reflection. My approach encourages clients to recognize their value beyond achievements or external validation, fostering a more resilient and authentic sense of self. Confidence isn’t about being perfect—it’s about embracing who you are, flaws and all.
16 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem
Starlain Saldana
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Our relationship with self is just as important as our relationships with others; in fact, I believe it often informs what we bring to our other relationships. Our work together will explore messages and beliefs about oneself, identifying where these came from, and creating space to develop your own re-branding of sense of self as an adult.
17 Years Experience
Online in Lincolnwood, IL
Self Esteem therapists in Lincolnwood, Illinois Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Lincolnwood, Illinois average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Self Esteem (100%), Anxiety or Fears (90%), and Depression (81%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Self Esteem |
| 90% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 81% | Depression |
| 76% | Stress |
| 63% | Social Anxiety |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 61% | Loss or Grief |