Self Esteem therapists in Santa Maria, CA
Browse Self Esteem therapists in Santa Maria, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Self Esteem
Christina Dee
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A. LMFT
The inner critic is a common obstacle that most people face at some point in their meditation practice. When self-critical thought patterns creep into our mind, we can easily become consumed with feelings of shame that sometimes pushes us towards a relentless striving for self-improvement. As we loosen the grip of self-doubt through the cultivation of self-compassion, the voice of inner wisdom naturally emerges to take its place.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Maria, CA
Online in Santa Maria, CA
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 Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Matthew Weisskopf
Psychologist, PhD
I can assist clients with shifting negative thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and behaviors that may be impacting self-esteem in a more positive direction. When this occurs; often self-esteem will improve.
19 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Self Esteem
Zena Caputo
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Chronic feelings of self-doubt and low self-worth can lead to anxiety, depression, unsatisfying social and romantic relationships, distress at work, and to an exhausting sense of always needing to ‘do more’ or push ourselves to the brink just in order to feel like we’re enough. Our work together can help you to increase your understanding of where these internal drives come from, remain connected to your value while you reach for your ambitions, and improve your ability to view yourself with acceptance and compassion so that you can move through life with greater confidence and resilience.
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA
Self Esteem
Lisa Paer
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, EMDR Certified
I provide therapy for people who struggle with low self esteem, whether it stems from childhood, trauma, or other factors. Low self esteem can affect your happiness, relationships, career, and health. It can cause you to feel insecure, inadequate, or unworthy. I can help you improve your self esteem and feel more confident and positive about yourself. My approach is based on a combination of techniques that suit your needs and goals, such as EMDR, CBT, motivational interviewing, parts work, somatic work, and mindfulness. These are proven methods that can help you process your negative beliefs and experiences and reduce their negative impact on your present and future. They can also help you feel more empowered, authentic, and optimistic. I’m a friendly and respectful therapist who will create a safe and supportive space for you to work through your self esteem issues, discover your strengths, and enhance your well-being.
11 Years Experience
Online in Santa Maria, CA (Online Only)
Santa Maria is a Central Coast California city in Santa Barbara County with one of California's largest proportions of Latino residents and an economy anchored by agriculture, oil, and wine production—particularly in the nearby Santa Maria Valley wine region—and the mental health landscape reflects the specific challenges of a working-class agricultural community where many residents are farmworkers or their family members, facing occupational health risks, economic precarity, immigration stress, and limited access to services. Marian Regional Medical Center provides health services, and community health organizations serve the significant uninsured and underinsured farmworker population, though the gap between mental health need and available culturally competent Spanish-language care is persistent. Common therapy concerns include farmworker stress and occupational health, immigration trauma and undocumented status anxiety, family and intergenerational dynamics in a community navigating significant acculturation pressures, and access barriers in a city where the majority population is often underserved by formal mental health systems.
Self Esteem therapists in Santa Maria, CA Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Santa Maria, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 45% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 31% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 28% | Christian |