Self Esteem therapists in Santa Ana, California CA
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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 California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Hiroko Saeki, MA, LMFT, RDT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist
Do you have a critical voice in you that keeps telling you that you are worthless or not good enough? Please don't let that voice trick you into believing that. Let's work together to improve your relationship with your inner critic—I would love to help you.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Ana, CA
Online in Santa Ana, CA California
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 California
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 California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Amy @ Inner Nature Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
You deserve to be seen - and to see yourself - as a whole, worthy person! I can support you in noticing which areas of your self-image feel tender, and explore those together to move towards a more positive way of seeing yourself and the world around you.
13 Years Experience
Online in Santa Ana, CA California (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 California
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 California
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 California
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 California
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 California (Online Only)
Santa Ana is one of the most densely populated cities in the United States and has an overwhelmingly Latino population — predominantly Mexican American, with significant Central American communities — making Spanish-speaking and bicultural therapists not a specialty but a baseline requirement for meaningful access to care. The city's families navigate a complex mix of immigration stress, economic precarity, and the particular challenges of raising children across cultures, and therapists fluent in both language and cultural context serve an essential community function. CHOC Children's and the broader Orange County healthcare system provide institutional mental health resources, though access can be limited by insurance and immigration-related barriers. Telehealth has meaningfully expanded therapy access for Santa Ana residents who prefer culturally matched care over what is available locally.
Self Esteem therapists in Santa Ana, California Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Santa Ana, 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) (64%), Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (44%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
53%
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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| 40% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 44% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 37% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 64% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Teen |
| 47% | Senior |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 29% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 28% | Christian |