Self Esteem therapists in Chicago, Illinois IL
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Self Esteem
Dr. Ryan Kitts Schallon
Psychologist, PsyD
Self-esteem is not something you build by telling yourself better things in the mirror. That is cosmetics. Real self-worth is structural — it comes from having been received by someone who could actually see you, and from learning, over time, to hold yourself with that same steadiness. When that early receiving didn't happen, or happened only conditionally, a person learns to earn their right to exist through performance, through usefulness, through disappearing their own needs. Therapy is not about learning to think more positively. It is about discovering that the part of you that was never good enough was answering a question someone else asked — and that you are allowed to stop answering it.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60613
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
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 Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Fatima Mohammad, Avec Counselling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
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 Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Annette Popernik
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
How we view ourselves is often how we interact with the world. Maybe your self-esteem feels okay or maybe it could use work. Maybe you would like to unpack some hurtful experiences that affected your self-esteem. Either way, let's example the internal self-talk that impacts your self-esteem.
9 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Self-esteem can be a tenuous experience that is constantly at risk if we define ourselves by success/failure.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60607
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Self Esteem
Alyssa Lorenzo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Self-esteem is created through the internalized messages we've inherited in our developmental journey and the story we actually believe is true. Let's create a more balanced narrative together.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Self Esteem
Michael Keigher
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
If your inner voice is more mean girl than mentor, therapy can help rewrite the script. I help clients build self-worth that isn’t based on productivity, perfectionism, or performance. You deserve to feel good about who you are — not just who you’re trying to become.
2 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Sarah Jeziorski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR, EMDR-Certified
I help clients heal the roots of low-self-esteem by combining EMDR, Art therapy, Somatic techniques, and a warm relational approach. Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep you feeling small and nurture a grounded, empowered send of who you truly are.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60647
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
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 Illinois (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 Illinois
Self Esteem
Jennifer Nudo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
Do you struggle with feeling bad about yourself and not understand why or how to change it? If so, you are not alone. In my practice, I work with many women who struggle with feelings of not being good enough or persistent self criticism. Understanding the reasons you feel this way and how the cycle of negative self esteem keeps you feeling bad can help you break free from self criticism and improve your life and relationships.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60618
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
Self Esteem
Lincoln Park Psychology, Inc
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologists, LCPC, LPC, LCSW, LSW, CADC, AMFT
Low self-esteem can quietly shape every aspect of your life—from the relationships you choose to the opportunities you pursue and the way you treat yourself daily. Our therapy services help you break free from negative self-talk, self-doubt, and the belief that you're not good enough. Through compassionate, personalized support, we'll help you identify the roots of your low self-worth, challenge the critical inner voice that holds you back, and build genuine confidence from the inside out. You'll learn to recognize your inherent value, celebrate your strengths, set healthy boundaries, and treat yourself with the same kindness you offer others. Building authentic self-esteem isn't about becoming perfect—it's about accepting yourself fully and recognizing that you are worthy of love, respect, and all the good things life has to offer.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60657
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois
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 Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Elaine Flockerzi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I specialize in Self Esteem, as evidenced by my professional training, licensing credentials, and years of experience working successfully in this area of treatment.
8 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Empowered Wellbeing, Trauma/Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociation and Addiction Recovery Care
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 Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I help individuals build a stronger and more stable sense of self-worth. Drawing on extensive clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns—including anxiety, depression, trauma, personality dynamics, and life transitions across community mental health and private practice settings—I incorporate biological and neurological education to help clients understand how patterns of self-doubt and self-criticism are reinforced in the brain and body. I also teach practical skills to regulate the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, helping clients develop greater emotional balance and resilience. Together, we work toward increased self-awareness, confidence, and self-trust so clients can engage in relationships, work, and personal goals with a clearer and more grounded sense of identity.
16 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Subconscious Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapist, C.Ht.
Low self-esteem can affect every area of life, from relationships to career and personal goals. Hypnotherapy helps uncover and transform limiting beliefs, fostering a stronger sense of self-worth and confidence. Sessions support positive self-perception, empowerment, and the ability to approach life with greater assurance and clarity.
3 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Rachel Miller
Marriage and Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Self-esteem grows from a foundation of self-trust and recognizing your inherent worth. I work with individuals to rebuild confidence in their own judgment, strengthen inner resilience, and challenge messages that have undermined their value. Together, we focus on cultivating self-compassion, personal agency, and a deeper sense of trust in yourself and your choices.
9 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Shawna Stillwell
Marriage and Family Therapist, IMFT-S
Low self-esteem rarely comes out of the blue. It's usually the result of internalized messages, past experiences, and parts of ourselves that learned to be critical as a way of coping. I help clients untangle where these beliefs came from and build a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
8 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Joanna Vergoth
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, NCPsyA
Low self-esteem frequently develops from early relational experiences that shaped beliefs about worth, safety, and belonging. In therapy, we identify and transform these internalized narratives. Using psychodynamic therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), we challenge trauma-shaped beliefs while strengthening self-compassion and internal coherence through IFS and mindfulness practices. My work focuses on helping you move from self-criticism and self-doubt toward grounded confidence and authentic self-trust.
27 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Chicago's size and diversity mean therapists here cover an exceptionally wide range of specialties, with strong representation in trauma, anxiety, depression, and cultural identity work across the city's distinct neighborhoods. The South and West Sides experience community-level trauma tied to violence and systemic inequity, driving particular demand for therapists who specialize in PTSD, grief, and resilience-focused work. The city is home to Rush University Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine, and the University of Chicago Medicine, with a large independent practice community concentrated in Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Wicker Park, and the Loop. Chicago also has robust bilingual therapy communities serving its large Spanish-speaking, Polish, and Mandarin-speaking populations.
Self Esteem therapists in Chicago, Illinois Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Chicago, Illinois average 16 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (71%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (39%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 44% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 71% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 30% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 30% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 23% | Christian |