Self Esteem therapists in San Francisco, California CA
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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 Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Abigail (Abi) Zarate Ramsay
Pre-Licensed Professional, Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee, Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee
I support clients in building self-esteem and self-worth by challenging shame-based stories, recognizing strengths, and practicing more compassionate and affirming self-talk.
0 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
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 San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Nikita Marina
Psychologist, Holistic Psychology and Coaching, Past Life Regression Therapy (IST), Spiritual Mentorship
Self-esteem stems from deep appreciation and acceptance of our personal worth and values. In the modern world, our perception and expectations of ourselves are heavily impacted by the distorted mirror of the social media. Even the most externally successful people can struggle from low self-esteem. If not addressed, it can potentially become a debilitating all consuming issue that spills out onto every aspect of one's life. The work on self-esteem is really the work on getting to know and accepting both the parts of us that we like and the aspects that we reject, also known as the Shadow.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94102
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Self Esteem
Corina Bair
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I'm an open-minded and accepting therapist with years of experience working with teens, young and middle-aged adults - especially women - on feeling good about who we are as a person and the bodies we live in. Assisting my clients with building insight and understanding into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors (and how they interact to impact our self esteem) is incredibly empowering, and an essential part of my therapy practice. I provide evidence-based practice tools that you can use outside of therapy to boost and maintain your confidence as well. ~~~ Just to make it clear: BLM. Protect the dolls. FDT. Free Palestine & Sudan. F the patriarchy/capitalism. Sex + Body Positive. ~~~
I am passionate about providing a safe and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds and identities. Click that contact button and we can schedule a free consultation call today!
11 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
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 San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Juliana Sloane
Hypnotherapist, CHT
Hypnotherapy for self-esteem helps you uncover and transform the subconscious beliefs that hold you back from feeling confident and worthy. Through guided hypnosis, you can release self-doubt, quiet your inner critic, and build a stronger sense of self-trust. This gentle, focused approach helps you align your thoughts and emotions with who you truly are. Experience how hypnotherapy can help you develop lasting confidence and authentic self-worth. One of my clients recently shared with me:
"Through our work together, my self-worth has changed. I have a new sense of my value in the world. There is a confidence and a strong sense of who I really am."
If you'd like to open the door to feeling more confident, more worthy, and more ready to live a life that feels like your own, I'd love to hear from you.
6 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (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 Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Dr. M at Insight Thoughts Psychotherapy Services (ITPS) Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC
Struggles with self-esteem can shape how you see yourself, your choices, and your relationships. I help clients examine these patterns and build a healthier sense of self.
7 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
Self-esteem is complicated, and we should talk to see if my training is the right approach for you. But when people feel unsafe or anxious within their own bodies, it can be pretty easy to start looking at yourself with wariness, judgment, or shame.
Somatic Experiencing in this case seeks to help you feel safer in your body, to handle any old feelings of danger so you can feel more vital and alive. Dare I say, we can even take small steps towards enjoying the feeling of life.
Once there is enjoyment, and awareness of that enjoyment, self-esteem starts looking much less fixed.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
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
In-Person in San Francisco, CA
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Self Esteem
Sarah Jane Thomas
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
When self-esteem feels low, it shows up everywhere. It changes how you talk to yourself, how you stand in your relationships, and what you believe you deserve in life. We will gently look at the stories you carry about who you are and check if they are actually true or just old habits you picked up along the way. Together we practice treating yourself with the same warmth and patience you would easily give to someone you care deeply about.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Brooke Taylor
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT
Struggling with low self-esteem can make you feel unworthy, insecure, and disconnected from your true potential. If you're constantly doubting your value or comparing yourself to others, it can be hard to break free from the cycle of self-criticism. In our work together, I’ll help you explore the root causes of your low self-esteem, challenge negative beliefs, and develop a more compassionate, empowered relationship with yourself. Through support and practical tools, you’ll learn how to embrace your strengths, set healthy boundaries, and cultivate the confidence you deserve. You are worthy of love, respect, and success, and I’m here to guide you on your journey toward self-acceptance.
5 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Dr. Jag Soni
Psychologist, Ph.D., HSPP, PCC, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
A persistent lack of Self-Esteem can cast a shadow over every achievement and relationship in your life. As a Ph.D. Psychologist with over 35 years of experience, I help you move beyond surface-level affirmations to address the core beliefs that undermine your confidence. We work to uncover the root causes of self-doubt and foster the profound internal shifts necessary to recognize your inherent value and agency. In a secure Telehealth environment, I provide an expert space to help you build a resilient, authentic sense of self. Reach out today to schedule your first appointment.
36 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Roopa Cantu, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
When we have low self-esteem, we struggle with holding ourselves in high regard. feel shy or anxious and may criticize ourselves. We end up with these issues due to various life experiences. I can treat your self-esteem issues by helping you identify your core beliefs, and help you develop healthier beliefs about yourself, among using other methods.
13 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Michael Myette Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in treatment for self esteem
19 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (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
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94114
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Self Esteem
Shohreh Schmuecker
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Low self-esteem can affect many areas of life, from relationships to career to personal happiness. It can stem from negative self-talk, past experiences, or unrealistic expectations, leaving you feeling unsure, unworthy, or stuck.
As a compassionate counselor, I offer a safe space to explore the beliefs that hold you back and to nurture a healthier, more compassionate view of yourself. Together, we will work on building confidence, setting boundaries, and embracing your unique strengths.
If you’re interested in exploring ways to nurture your confidence and develop a healthier sense of self, feel free to reach out. Support is available whenever you’re ready.
12 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Kim Christine Stevens
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Have a passion for supporting clients with self-esteem issues!
11 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Self Esteem
Anxiety Eliminated
Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnotherapist and Health Coach, MBA
This is very easy to fix.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94104
Online in San Francisco, CA California
San Francisco's extreme housing costs and the psychological toll of the tech industry — characterized by intense performance pressure, rapid layoff cycles, and boom-bust uncertainty — have made burnout, anxiety, and economic grief among the most common presenting concerns. The city has a historically significant LGBTQ+ community, and affirming therapists specializing in gender identity, queer relationships, and HIV-related concerns remain an important part of the local therapy landscape. UCSF Health provides world-class institutional mental health resources, while the city's dense network of independent practitioners reflects a culture that has long embraced therapy as a normal and valued part of life. Telehealth has expanded access significantly for Bay Area residents commuting from Oakland, the East Bay, and the Peninsula.
Self Esteem therapists in San Francisco, California Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in San Francisco, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (65%), Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (43%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
52%
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 |
|
| 40% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 65% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 43% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 37% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 34% | Somatic Therapy |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 64% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Teen |
| 46% | Senior |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 29% | Christian |