Online Self Esteem therapists in Columbus, Ohio OH
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Self Esteem
Kristen Jackson Banister
Counselor/Therapist, M.A. LPC SEP
Struggles with self-esteem often show up as self-doubt, harsh inner criticism, or difficulty trusting your own voice. Rather than trying to “think more positively,” we explore the deeper patterns that shaped how you relate to yourself. Through somatic and relational work, you can begin to develop a more grounded sense of worth that feels stable, embodied, and less dependent on external validation.
18 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Melissa LaCour
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Low self-esteem rarely announces itself directly. More often it shows up as perfectionism, people-pleasing, the inability to receive a compliment, the constant feeling that you're one mistake away from being found out, or the habit of making yourself smaller so others are more comfortable. I work with clients who have spent years measuring their worth by what they produce, who they please, or how well they perform — and who are ready to build a more stable, internal sense of who they are. This work often intersects with adoption, relationships, and athletic identity, but its roots are always deeply personal.
8 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
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 Columbus, OH (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Megan Obermeyer Therapy
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LPCC-S
Therapy for self-esteem starts with exploring the root cause of negative self beliefs that have damaged your trust in and sense of self.
12 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed therapy for self-esteem issues, including low self-worth, self-doubt, chronic self-criticism, perfectionism, shame, and difficulty feeling confident or “good enough,” even when supported by others. These struggles can affect relationships, career confidence, decision-making, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life.
Brad takes a holistic and compassionate approach to self-esteem counseling, helping clients understand the underlying emotional experiences, past trauma, and relational patterns that often contribute to negative self-beliefs. Many self-esteem challenges are not simply about confidence, but about deeper wounds formed through past experiences, attachment dynamics, criticism, neglect, or emotional invalidation.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-informed counseling, emotional regulation strategies, and holistic therapeutic approaches to help clients process underlying experiences and shift long-standing negative beliefs about themselves. Therapy focuses on reducing shame, increasing self-awareness, and building a more stable and compassionate sense of identity.
Brad works collaboratively with clients to create a personalized path toward healing and growth. Therapy provides a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore their inner experiences, challenge limiting beliefs, and develop healthier patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating.
The goal of therapy is not only to improve confidence, but to support lasting change in how clients view themselves and their place in the world. Through this process, clients can develop greater emotional resilience, authenticity, and self-trust.
Healing is possible. With the right support, clients can move beyond self-doubt and develop a stronger, more grounded, and more secure sense of self-worth and identity.
28 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Dr. Hina Siddiqui; Insights Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP, LP
Low self-esteem can quietly shape how you see yourself, your relationships, and the choices you make. I work with individuals who struggle with self-doubt, negative self-talk, people-pleasing, and feeling “not good enough,” often despite being capable and accomplished. Therapy focuses on understanding where these patterns developed, challenging unhelpful beliefs, and building a more compassionate and realistic self-view. Through practical, evidence-based strategies, clients learn to strengthen confidence, set healthier boundaries, and develop a sense of self-worth that is stable, authentic, and not dependent on external validation.
19 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Kelley Boole
Therapist, LSW
If your inner critic narrates every decision and "not enough" is the soundtrack of your day, therapy can change the volume. Kelley helps you see where the harshness came from (family, trauma, culture, past relationships) and replace it with a steadier, more accurate self-view. Using strength-based work, cognitive restructuring, and ACT-informed values clarification, you'll start treating yourself the way you'd treat someone you love.
2 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Dr. David Brooks
Psychologist, PhD,ABPP,ABN,EMDR Certified Therapist
Many people who were mistreated including possibly being ignored, traumatized, abandoned, bullied, abused and or made to feel unworthy or unimportant as children or adults experience low self-confidence and poor self esteem, which can most often be effectively be significantly improved using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
37 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Stephanie Larsen @ Healthy Minds Psychology Group
Psychologist, PsyD
Hi! Congratulations on taking the first step in your journey of caring more deeply for yourself! I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults working to overcome their significant anxiety, depression , and just generally improve quality of life. In a world so focused on achievement and external validation it can weigh on your own views of yourself. I work with clients to re-establish balance, identity, and self-love to be happy with the person you are and have always wanted to be. Ultimately, I strongly believe in building a close therapeutic relationship where you can feel safe to explore and move past your anxious or negative thought patterns, learn to support yourself, become more confident in your identity and purpose, and my goal is to help you achieve the goals you've set out to meet! Feel free to reach out and see if we can be a good fit to help move you closer to loving yourself and enjoying what you have to offer the world!
14 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Tracy Singer
Psychologist, PsyD
In my therapeutic approach, I integrate various modalities to help people explore thoughts and emotions that affect their self-esteem and work to address self-critical thoughts, foster self-compassion, and explore inner strengths that can improve how they feel about themselves and the way they relate to others.
9 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
New Beginnings Christian Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Low self-esteem can make you feel unworthy, insecure, or constantly second-guessing yourself. Often, it develops from early experiences, criticism, or unrealistic expectations. In therapy, we help clients uncover the root of these beliefs, challenge negative self-talk, and build a stronger, healthier sense of self. Through evidence-based strategies and Christ-centered guidance, you’ll learn to embrace your inherent worth, develop self-compassion, and step into life with confidence, clarity, and emotional resilience.
15 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
TheraVault
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LISW-S, LICDC
We assist clients in understanding their self-esteem through psychoeducation, and learning positive coping strategies and processing skills to help them manage their symptoms more effectively.
3 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Alyssa Smyth
Psychologist, PhD
Struggles with self-esteem can show up as persistent self-doubt, harsh self-criticism, or difficulty trusting your own abilities. Even people who function well outwardly may quietly question whether they are doing enough or measuring up. In therapy, we work to understand the experiences shaping self-esteem and build a steadier, more balanced sense of confidence.
6 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
Self esteem is at the core of all humans. If your self esteem was negatively impacted by early attachment issues, traumas, bullying, unhealthy family of origin relationships or something else, we will explore this with you and unburden the pain that your younger parts hold as a result. We will support your Core Self in bringing compassion into your system in order to restore your worth and value.
28 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Jason Holland
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Low self-esteem is often tied to long-standing self-criticism, shame, or a sense of not measuring up. We can look at where those beliefs took root and how they keep showing up today. The work is about building a more balanced view of yourself, strengthening self-trust, and creating patterns that support confidence and self-respect.
25 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Resilience Therapy Group
Therapist, LCSW, LMHC, LMSW, MHC-LP, PMH-C
How you see yourself colors everything else. Our clinicians help you understand where the self-doubt took root, quiet the harsh inner voice, and build a sturdier, more compassionate sense of your own worth that doesn't depend on constant achievement.
11 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
Imagine Recovery Counseling LLC (Kristen Gidel Kelly)
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LICDC, CTTS, Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant
Imagine Recovery Counseling prioritizes trauma and somatic healing for mental health, substance use, and behavioral concerns. We serve adults and couples age 18+ and specialize in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Couples counseling services to address trauma related issues. We welcome clients with a variety of MH issues and strive to serve as an ally to unserved populations (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Military and First Responders, and Neurodivergent). Email us directly and we will respond within 24 hours! I post weekly on Wed with the current status of our waitlist and who is taking clients. No wait right now!
Our therapists are trained in trauma informed care protocols, including EMDR, Parts work (IFS/Ego State), DBT skills, iREST, Somatic Experiencing, ACT and CBT. Kristen also provides EMDR Consultation and Supervision for Counselors. Chris, Sarah, Polly, Linda, and Jessica are accepting clients! We operate off a short waiting list for the rest of the team.
We are competent. We believe you. We know what to do. We got you. We are mindful of our space and strive to provide trauma informed care. Our providers have lived experience and the knowledge to help. You have spent your whole life surviving; it's time to thrive and life the life you want to live. In person or virtual. Daytime and evening hours.
19 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Self Esteem
The Empowering Space PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Building Stronger, Healthier Relationships
Every relationship has challenges, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. At The Empowering Space, we provide compassionate, solution-focused relationship and marriage counseling to help couples improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen their connection. Whether you’re facing conflict, intimacy issues, infidelity, life transitions, or simply feeling disconnected, our therapy sessions create a safe and supportive space to work through your concerns together.
Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method techniques, and effective communication strategies, we help couples understand each other’s needs, resolve conflicts, and build a more fulfilling relationship. Whether you’re dating, engaged, newly married, or in a long-term partnership, we’re here to support your journey toward a healthier, more connected relationship.
Love takes work, but it’s worth it. Let’s strengthen your relationship together.
7 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Dr. Andrew Bingman
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, PsyD
Many clients struggle with a pervasive feeling of not being good enough, which makes it challenging for them to live life authentically and form meaningful and vulnerable connections with others. My primary task as a therapist is to create an environment in which clients can feel empowered to show up as their whole selves, without fear of judgment and rejection.
15 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Kristin Harris
Psychologist, PhD
If low self-esteem is holding you back from living your life to the fullest, know that you're not alone, and there is hope for positive change. As a psychologist specializing in self-esteem issues, I offer a compassionate and understanding environment where we can work together to address the root causes of your struggles. Using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, I provide personalized techniques to help you challenge negative self-talk, overcome self-doubt, and cultivate a healthier self-image. Through our collaborative efforts, we will explore underlying beliefs and patterns, develop practical skills for building self-confidence, and foster a greater sense of self-worth. With dedication and support, I am committed to guiding you towards a more positive and fulfilling relationship with yourself. Take the first step towards a brighter future by reaching out today.
17 Years Experience
Online in Columbus, OH
Columbus is home to Ohio State University — one of the largest universities in the country — creating sustained demand for therapists specializing in academic pressure, young adult identity, and sports psychology. The city's position as Ohio's state capital and a growing tech and healthcare hub has accelerated demographic change, with therapists increasingly addressing burnout and adjustment among a fast-growing professional population. OhioHealth, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center provide major institutional mental health anchors for the region. Columbus also has one of the largest Somali communities in the United States, making culturally competent and multilingual therapists who specialize in refugee trauma and identity an important part of the local therapy landscape.
Self Esteem therapists in Columbus, Ohio Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Columbus, Ohio average 17 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 (91%), and Depression (80%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Self Esteem |
| 91% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 80% | Depression |
| 76% | Stress |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 64% | Loss or Grief |
| 62% | Social Anxiety |