Self Esteem therapists in Santa Ana, CA
Browse Self Esteem therapists in Santa Ana, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Self Esteem
Mary Gonzalez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Your relationship with yourself influences every area of your life. When your self-esteem has been affected by past experiences, criticism, trauma, difficult relationships, or unrealistic expectations, it can become hard to trust yourself, recognize your strengths, or believe that you are worthy of love, success, and happiness. You may struggle with self-doubt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, fear of failure, or constantly comparing yourself to others. At Holding Space Therapy, we provide a compassionate, supportive environment where you can explore the experiences that have shaped the way you see yourself. Together, we'll identify the negative beliefs and patterns that keep you feeling stuck while building a stronger foundation of self-confidence, self-compassion, and emotional resilience.
Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care, we'll work to challenge self-critical thoughts, process unresolved experiences, strengthen healthy boundaries, improve emotional regulation, and develop a more balanced and compassionate view of yourself. If low self-esteem is connected to childhood experiences, emotional abuse, trauma, or difficult relationships, therapy can help you heal those underlying wounds rather than simply addressing the symptoms. Our goal isn't to help you become someone different—it's to help you reconnect with the person you've always been beneath fear, self-criticism, and limiting beliefs. As your confidence grows, you'll be better equipped to make decisions that align with your values, cultivate healthier relationships, advocate for your needs, and pursue the life you want with greater clarity and self-assurance.
6 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Barry Ross
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, bioenergetic analyst, and psychoanalyst with more than 30 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, and marital couples. I am skilled in helping a person to feel understood and related to in a new and helpful way.
42 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA
Self Esteem
Melissa Berschauer
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
It ‘s no fun constantly second-guessing yourself or feeling like you aren't quite measuring up. We will look at where those doubts are coming from and work on building a secure, realistic sense of self-worth so you can step into your life with more ease.
14 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Dr. Sharareh Namjoo
Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctor of Psychology
Low self-esteem can quietly influence your relationships, decisions, boundaries, and willingness to pursue what matters to you. Harsh self-criticism, comparison, rejection, trauma, or childhood experiences may leave you feeling inadequate—even when others recognize your strengths.
I help clients understand the origins of these beliefs, develop self-compassion, and separate their inherent worth from achievement or approval. Together, we work to strengthen your inner voice, establish healthier boundaries, and build confidence rooted in self-knowledge. You do not need to become someone else to be worthy; therapy can help you recognize the value that has always been within you.
26 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, 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
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA
Self Esteem
Emily Echeverria
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, MS
Most of us learn at some point in our lives that there are pieces of us that will be accepted and pieces that will not. When we struggle to feel accepted and loved for who we are, we often develop low self-esteem that presents in a number of ways, including depression, anxiety, and relationship dysfunction. I work with clients to decrease shame and increase self-love. I utilize a number of techniques to do this but especially love inner child meditations and reparenting. Please reach out to me if you'd like to learn more!
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA
Self Esteem
Provia Psychology
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC
Often in life, we experience difficult situations, transitions, or changes that can make us feel lost, anxious, and overwhelmed. Therapy should be a process where you have the right to fully express your true authentic self while rising to your fullest potential.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA
Self Esteem
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Difficulties with self-esteem often reflect long-standing patterns of self-criticism, comparison, or internal pressure. I work with individuals to understand how these patterns developed and how they continue to shape daily life. Therapy focuses on building a more stable, realistic, and compassionate sense of self.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA
Self Esteem
Dr. Lyndsay Elliott
Psychologist, PsyD.
Low self-esteem rarely announces itself directly — it shows up in the relationships you settle for, the opportunities you talk yourself out of, the relentless inner critic that measures everything you do and finds it lacking. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience, I help adults identify and challenge the deep-rooted beliefs driving low self-worth, self-doubt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and chronic self-criticism. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic insight, and trauma-informed care, I work with clients to build genuine, lasting self-confidence, self-compassion, and a stronger, more secure sense of identity. Telehealth therapy for self-esteem available across 40+ states.
21 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Dr. Shelby Kittinger
Psychologist, PsyD
Together we explore how early experiences and internalized messages have shaped the way you see yourself. Therapy becomes a space to reclaim self-worth, strengthen inner authority, and live from a place of authenticity rather than self-criticism.
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem therapists in Santa Ana, CA Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Santa Ana, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (65%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (43%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 65% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 34% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
| 31% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Teen |
| 45% | Senior |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 31% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 28% | Christian |