Self Esteem therapists in Santa Monica, California CA
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Self Esteem
Faith Szalay
Psychologist, Psy.D, M.A.
Through healing our past and cultivating empathy for ourselves and making different choices, people can change their feelings around their own self esteem. In this complex dynamic, it is amazing to see the issues that can shift in people's lives.
26 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA 90403
Self Esteem
Timothy Walker
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Self esteem is the fuel to face the world. You have lost your fuel, which is why you are seeking all avenues to get it back, including therapy. Let's explore how your confidence was lost, or when it began to diminish, heal the wounds that need healing, and help you face the world with power and pride.
9 Years Experience
Online in Santa Monica, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Ross Kellogg, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Self-Esteem is closely connected to our values and behavior. Therapy can help you identify how your daily habits may be breaking down a healthy sense of self and how to replace those habits. Approaches I use to accomplish this work include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Approaches, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
12 Years Experience
Online in Santa Monica, CA California (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Christian Holmes
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Do you struggle to get out of your own head? Do people say, "you're too hard on yourself"? Is there a role you're afraid to apply for, a relationship you're afraid to pursue, or a leap you're hesitant to take? Building self-esteem is not about accomplishing more "to do's" on your checklist--that only builds situational confidence. Building self-esteem is really about removing the beliefs and blockages that keep you from experiencing your intrinsic value. Simply put, (like the statue of David) it's not about adding, it's about removing. Together we will explore what has led to the lack of self-esteem and work to get remove the beliefs that keep you from feeling confident and fulfilled.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA 90403
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Self Esteem
Bruce Howard
Psychologist, PhD
Please see website
43 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Self Esteem
Tracey Kiernan
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Low self-esteem can shape how you see yourself, your relationships, and your choices. I help you build a more stable sense of self-worth that isn’t dependent on external validation.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Santa Monica, CA 90405
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Self Esteem
Daniel Slavin
Marriage and Family Therapist
I help clients understand and shift the inner beliefs that shape their sense of self-worth. Therapy focuses on reducing self-criticism, building self-acceptance, and developing a kinder, more confident relationship with oneself.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Self Esteem
Stephanie Morfitt, LCSW More Fit Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
When You Feel “Not Enough”
You may look like you have it all together — capable, caring, successful — yet underneath it all, you’re often questioning yourself. You replay conversations, worry you’ve disappointed someone, or feel like you’re falling short no matter how hard you try. Even small mistakes can feel huge, and compliments are hard to believe. If you’re stuck in cycles of perfectionism, self-criticism, or people-pleasing, I can help you change how you relate to yourself from the inside out.
Using a structured, evidence-based approach called TEAM-CBT, we’ll uncover the beliefs that fuel low self-worth and learn how to replace them with compassion, confidence, and emotional balance. Together, we’ll work to:
Quiet the inner critic that keeps moving the goalpost
Identify and challenge distorted thoughts about your value and competence
Build emotional resilience so your mood isn’t dependent on others’ approval
Strengthen your sense of identity and confidence in your choices
Experience genuine self-respect — not the temporary kind that fades with praise or performance
You’ll gain tools you can use daily to shift from feeling “not enough” to knowing you are already whole. Therapy becomes less about “fixing yourself” and more about discovering your worth that’s been there all along.
I BELIEVE:
You can be both confident and a work in progress.
Self-compassion creates change faster than self-criticism ever will.
You deserve relationships that mirror your true worth — not your self-doubt.
Confidence is a skill you can learn, not a personality trait you either have or don’t.
Growth happens when we replace judgment with curiosity and kindness.
Also Integrated In Our Work:
• Interpersonal Work – to strengthen connection and empower you to be yourself using The 5 Secrets of Effective Communication
• Mindful Self-Compassion – to cultivate a gentler, kinder inner voice through the work of Dr. Kristin Neff
• Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) – to regulate the nervous system and support trauma recovery alongside cognitive tools for a well-rounded approach
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Self Esteem
Alan Hanft
Psychiatrist, M.D.
A common difficulty, we can work on low self esteem in a safe, supportive environment. Please call me at no charge at (310) 750-8348 if you think I may be able to be of assistance to you.
34 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Self Esteem
Dr. Vicki D. Coleman (Dr. Vicki), The Coleman Group PLLC & The Anger Doctor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPCC, LPC, LMFT, LCSW, CCMHC, QMHP, MAC, DAC, SAP, CAMF, BCC, HS-BCP
Self-concept and self-esteem are examined in several areas, including personal, physical, family, social, academic/work, and moral ethical (Fitts & Warren, 1996).
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Santa Monica, CA
Online in Santa Monica, CA California
Santa Monica combines proximity to the entertainment industry with a strong wellness culture, creating demand for therapists who specialize in performance anxiety, the pressures of creative and entertainment careers, identity, and the particular stresses of living adjacent to fame and public scrutiny. The area's affluent demographic and beach lifestyle coexist with significant rates of anxiety, eating concerns, and relationship distress, and the Westside has a notably high density of experienced therapists relative to its size. Providence Saint John's Health Center and UCLA Health provide institutional mental health anchors for the Westside community. Many Santa Monica therapists also serve clients from Malibu, Pacific Palisades, and the broader Westside corridor.
Self Esteem therapists in Santa Monica, California Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Santa Monica, 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) (66%), Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
31%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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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
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 34% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 29% | Christian |