Self Esteem therapists in Yuba City, CA
Browse Self Esteem therapists in Yuba City, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Self Esteem
Dr. David Shapiro
Psychologist, California Licensed Psychologist (License# PSY17495)
Self-Esteem, Self-Efficacy & Authentic Identity
Building Grounded Worth Beyond External Validation
True self-esteem is not about ungrounded positive thinking or fragile ego perfectionism. For high-achieving professionals, executives, and gifted individuals, external success often masks a persistent internal narrative of self-doubt, harsh self-criticism, or a fragile sense of self that depends entirely on continuous achievement.
My approach to self-esteem and self-efficacy addresses the root architecture of how you view yourself. We move beyond superficial "self-help" fixes to cultivate an enduring, resilient sense of intrinsic worth—one that remains stable through life's successes, setbacks, and transitions.
An Integrative Framework for Identity & Growth
Drawing upon psychoanalytic depth, modern cognitive science, and humanistic philosophy, our work integrates several core clinical principles:
Self Psychology & Cohesive Self-Structure: Grounded in the insights of Heinz Kohut and modern depth psychology, we work to build a cohesive, healthy self-structure. We shift away from defensive or fragile validation-seeking, helping you develop an authentic, realistic appreciation of your inherent capabilities, unique strengths, and human limitations.
Shedding Internalized Conditions of Worth: Rooted in Carl Rogers’ humanistic tradition, we identify and dismantle the outdated, perfectionistic scripts and conditional expectations internalized from early family dynamics, school environments, or high-pressure cultures.
ACT Defusion & Cognitive Unhooking: Utilizing tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), you learn to unhook from harsh internal dialogue, impostor thoughts, and self-limiting beliefs—viewing them as temporary mental events rather than absolute truths.
Dweck’s Growth Mindset: We transform your relationship with failure, criticism, and challenge. By shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth orientation, setbacks cease to be threats to your core identity and instead become essential data points for mastery.
Self-Compassion & Emotional Resilience: Replacing relentless self-criticism with deep, practical self-compassion, allowing you to hold yourself accountable while maintaining an unwavering baseline of self-respect.
Values-Aligned Self-Efficacy
Ultimately, healthy self-esteem flourishes when your daily actions align with your core values and real-world capabilities.
We systematically align your lifestyle, career choices, and relationships with what matters most to you. By building genuine self-efficacy—the grounded confidence in your ability to navigate challenges and achieve meaningful goals—you cultivate a quiet, unshakeable self-worth that serves as the foundation for your entire life.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Yuba City, CA
Online in Yuba City, CA
Self Esteem
Relationship Therapy Center - serving individuals and couples in CA online and in the Sacramento area
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, Certified Gottman Therapist
Even professionals that seem to do great at work can struggle with self-esteem, whether its body issues, not feeling confident in relationships, or those who have feelings that they aren't worth it or don't deserve it. We can help you "learn to love yourself" in a way that is healthy and help you reach your full potential
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Yuba City, CA
Online in Yuba City, CA
Self Esteem
Dr. Mazmanyan and Associates
Psychologist, Ph.D
How we feel about ourselves impacts how we show up in our relationships and in other spaces in the world. Learning to appreciate ourselves, be curious about ourselves and forgive ourselves are important skills you will learn in our work together.
11 Years Experience
Online in Yuba City, CA
Self Esteem
G. Roman Gupta, LCSW
Therapist, LCSW
I have been practicing for almost 20 years and I have a strength-based, trauma-informed, culturally aware, LGBTQ+ affirmative, sex positive, kink positive, poly affirming, feminist perspective. I have trained and practiced in a variety of treatment methods that offer us a variety of ways to meet your goals whether as an individual, couple, or family.
18 Years Experience
Online in Yuba City, CA
Self Esteem
Lauree Berger Turman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW 22044, LCSW 098456-01
Self esteem is based on liking yourself, forgiving yourself, and building a strong sense of yourself as a valuable, lovable, treasured individual.
31 Years Experience
Online in Yuba City, CA
Self Esteem therapists in Yuba City, CA Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Yuba City, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Psychodynamic Therapy (43%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
35%
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
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 34% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
| 32% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Teen |
| 45% | Senior |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 29% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 27% | Christian |