Self Esteem therapists in Chicago, IL
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Self Esteem
Donald Glenn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Self esteem is at the heart of so much conflict in our daily lives, either as a cause or an effect of other stressors. My philosophy is that building self esteem is central to emotional wellness, and the only way to build self esteem is through self-understanding. I utilize psychodynamic therapy to uncover each client's formulation and challenges to self esteem. Only once self-knowledge is solidified can change be made. Understanding and re-negotiating each client's concept of self allows for agency, self-compassion, and confidence.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Self Esteem
Pavan Prasad
Psychiatrist, M.D.
Dr. Prasad specializes in treating mood disorders and Adult ADHD . He use a holistic approach, treating the full person rather than just symptoms. Dr. Prasad helps to treat treat mood, self-esteem, and concentration problems, as well as working with more diffuse issues around identity, interpersonal
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60611
Self Esteem
Allyson Stephens
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
It can be hard for a lot of people to reframe negative thoughts or feelings about themselves. I am here to help you find different ways of viewing yourself. I use IFS, EMDR, Somatic Therapy, CBT, and DBT for this issue.
8 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Empowered Wellbeing, Decolonizing Intersectional and Integrative Complex Trauma & Dissociation Recovery Support
Life Coach, view my credentials online at: www.recoveringfromwithin.com/credentialslongform
Amazing topic! Our approach is self actualization driven as an amalgam of student directed pedagogies, neurodevelopmental applications or care, attachment/belonging circuit work, polyvagal based, parts work based, intersectional/contextual based...It's an in-house recipe for how we arrive at this, the science is generally working from context/orientation> existential> attachment based>trauma work>situational and relational and adding integrative, functional or bio/neurofeedback care (sometimes administered by others) along the way. With a CPTSD focus, it's about building inner harmony with the parts or different layers of the psyche. We may also honor and work from eastern meditation principles, nature and support for the intuitive.
15 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Emily Blitz
Psychologist, PsyD
Self-esteem struggles can be painful to live with, but they often carry important information about how you’ve learned to see yourself in relationships and the world. In our work together, we focus on building a steadier sense of internal safety while also exploring what your self-doubt may be responding to—especially in relation to early experiences, major life transitions, or recurring patterns in close relationships. Approached with curiosity and care, difficulties with self-esteem can become a pathway toward greater self-understanding, self-compassion, and a more grounded sense of worth.
12 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Sarah Farris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Self-esteem can impact how one sees themselves and interacts with the world. Self-doubt can lead to changes in relationships, school or work performance. I take a warm, nonjudgmental approach at assisting clients in overcoming self-doubt and return to valued living.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60613
Online in Chicago, IL
Self Esteem
Cultivate Your Essence
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, LCPC, MFT
Low self-esteem can impact every aspect of life, including relationships, career success, and emotional well-being. At Cultivate Your Essence, we help clients identify negative self-beliefs, increase self-awareness, build confidence, and develop a stronger, more authentic sense of self.
8 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Wayne G. Siegel, PhD, ABPP
Psychologist, Clinical Psychology
Low self-esteem doesn’t always look like insecurity—it can show up as chronic self-doubt, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, or the quiet belief that you’re never quite “enough.” Whether you're navigating a personal transition, professional pressure, or long-standing patterns of self-criticism, I offer structured, evidence-based support to help you rebuild a more grounded and compassionate sense of self.
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address the core beliefs and behavioral patterns that sustain low self-worth. We’ll explore how early experiences, internalized narratives, and current stressors shape your self-concept—and develop practical tools to challenge distortions, clarify values, and build authentic confidence. For clients managing high-functioning anxiety or perfectionism, I also offer targeted psychoeducation and values-based decision support.
Therapy is collaborative, nonjudgmental, and tailored to your strengths. Whether you're a healthcare professional, entrepreneur, or someone quietly struggling behind a polished exterior, we’ll build a roadmap that honors your history and equips you for growth.
33 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Join the Rebellion (JTR23 Inc)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Self-esteem work for high-performing men looks different than it does for most populations — because these men don't lack confidence in their abilities, they lack a stable sense of self-worth that exists independently of those abilities. I specialize in helping men dismantle proof-based self-worth — the belief that value must be earned through output, achievement, and external validation — and replace it with a more durable internal foundation through Character Driven Therapy. When self-worth is no longer contingent on performance, the anxiety quiets, the inner critic loses its authority, and achievement becomes something you pursue because you want to — not because you're afraid of what it means if you don't.
11 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Rachel Losoff
Psychologist, PhD
I help individuals build self-esteem and confidence, empowering them to lead more fulfilling lives. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with positive psychology principles to help clients challenge negative self-perceptions, recognize their strengths, and develop a more compassionate self-view. Through our collaborative work, clients learn to cultivate self-acceptance, set achievable goals, and develop the resilience needed to face life's challenges with greater confidence and self-assurance.
18 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Anne Zakaras
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
When your relationship with yourself is defined by self-doubt, people-pleasing, and a harsh inner critic, it affects every single corner of your life. Anne provides a warm, non-judgmental, and deeply collaborative space to help you dismantle those negative self-narratives and build authentic self-esteem. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, she partners with individuals to help them break free from the cycle of insecurity, quiet the voice of perfectionism, and rediscover their inherent worth.
Anne’s integrative approach is uniquely designed to bypass the intellectual defense mechanisms that keep low self-esteem in place. By combining evidence-based psychotherapy with creative art therapy and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), she offers a safe space to explore and externalize old beliefs about your value. Together, you will learn to treat yourself with genuine compassion, establish healthy boundaries, and step into your life with confidence—whether you are navigating a major life transition, professional burnout, a chronic illness diagnosis, or the profound identity shifts of parenthood.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Self Esteem
Dr. Katy Crone
Psychologist, Psy.D., LCP
Relational Insight helps clients partner with effective and insightful therapists to deepen self-understanding, create healing, and live with intention. By attuning to our most true selves, we can dismantle threats to confidence and expand long-lasting self esteem.
15 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Summer Stewart, PsyD
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Tired of not feeling good enough? Low self-esteem can show up as constant self-doubt, people-pleasing, or feeling like you’re never quite measuring up. You might be your own worst critic—hard on yourself in ways you’d never be with someone else. In therapy, we’ll work together to quiet that inner critic, build self-trust, and help you see yourself with more compassion. You deserve to feel confident in who you are—without having to earn it.
7 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Jessica Torres Kreidt
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC, NCC, CCTP (CA: LPCC#17935)
I’m here to support teens, children, and adults who are struggling with self-esteem. Using art therapy as a key part of my approach, I help individuals express and explore their emotions safely and creatively. Through these creative interventions, clients gain deeper insights, build confidence, and develop a stronger, more positive self-image. My goal is to empower you to use your creativity as a pathway to healing and personal growth.
7 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Nostos Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
We work from a strength based perspective to help individuals connect with their internal strengths and feel connected to their own self worth.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60661
Online in Chicago, IL
Self Esteem
Sarah Fandel
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LMHC, LCPC
I am experienced in using the modalities listed above to treat self-esteem.
11 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
TriWellness
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LCSW, LPC, BCN, CIT, CYYT, QEEG-C, AAT-I
We help children, adolescents, and adults strengthen self-esteem and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. Using an integrative approach that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed and attachment-based therapy, family systems work, and mind–body interventions such as neurofeedback, biofeedback, yoga, and animal-assisted therapy, we support clients in challenging negative self-beliefs, building confidence, and reconnecting with their strengths.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60646
Online in Chicago, IL
Self Esteem
Fatima Mohammad, Avec Counselling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, RCC
Self-esteem is often shaped through our relationships, experiences, and the expectations we carry. I support clients in understanding the roots of self-criticism and insecurity while developing greater self-trust, confidence, and emotional resilience.
5 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Mary Mesiha
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Everyone struggles with self-esteem at times. It’s easy to compare yourself to others or feel like you’re not measuring up—especially in a world that constantly sets unrealistic expectations. These feelings don’t mean something is wrong with you; they’re part of being human. In therapy, we’ll work together to understand where these beliefs come from and begin to build a more balanced, compassionate view of yourself. Over time, you can learn to feel more confident, capable, and at peace with who you are.
27 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Roxy Zarrabi
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I help empower you to tap into your strengths and build self-compassion as well as other coping skills in order to improve your relationship with yourself, change problematic patterns, and enhance your quality of life.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60602
Online in Chicago, IL
Self Esteem therapists in Chicago, IL Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Chicago, IL average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (39%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
49%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 30% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Christian |