Self Esteem therapists in Oak Forest, IL
Browse Self Esteem therapists in Oak Forest, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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 Oak Forest, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Alicia Stalker-Gallichio LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
At Alicia Stalker LMFT we provide Self-Esteem Therapy understanding that self-esteem plays a crucial role in how you view yourself and interact with the world. If you struggle with feelings of inadequacy, self-doubt, or negative self-talk, you are not alone. Our therapy services are designed to help you build a healthier self-image and foster genuine self-acceptance.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Oak Forest, IL
Online in Oak Forest, IL
Self Esteem
Dr Calvin Young
Counselor/Therapist, PhD, LCPC
Self esteem is shaped by so many factors, from parenting dynamics, to our pursuits as adolescents and adults, and by our relational struggles. We build self esteem from the inside out, strengthening resiliency and equipping the individual to seize their purpose and thrive
30 Years Experience
Online in Oak Forest, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Margo Tirado MA LCPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Self-esteem is not about becoming someone new or trying harder to feel confident—it’s about rebuilding a steady, respectful relationship with yourself. Many people struggle with self-esteem because they’ve learned to doubt their instincts, minimize their needs, or measure their worth through others’ approval. In therapy, we gently explore how these patterns developed and how they show up today, without judgment or pressure to “fix” anything right away.
My approach to self-esteem work is warm, practical, and compassionate. Together, we focus on strengthening your inner voice, quieting self-criticism, and learning how to take yourself seriously—especially in moments when it feels uncomfortable to do so. Over time, self-esteem grows less from positive thinking and more from self-trust: honoring your limits, speaking honestly, and choosing yourself in small, meaningful ways.
31 Years Experience
In-Person Near Oak Forest, IL
Online in Oak Forest, IL
Self Esteem
Reshma Rampersad
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My approach to self-esteem focuses on helping you develop a compassionate and empowered relationship with yourself. Through a blend of cognitive restructuring, self-compassion practices, and confidence-building exercises, we work to challenge negative self-beliefs and replace them with a more authentic and positive self-view. Together, we create a supportive space where you can explore your strengths, overcome self-doubt, and cultivate lasting self-worth.
7 Years Experience
Online in Oak Forest, IL (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 Near Oak Forest, IL
Online in Oak Forest, IL
Self Esteem
Juliette Grantham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I'm Juliette Grantham, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist specializing in self-esteem.
Low self-esteem is rarely fixed by encouragement. It can persist through real accomplishment, showing up as a chronic sense of inadequacy, shame that arrives without an occasion, harsh self-criticism you would never direct at anyone else, or the conviction that you are fundamentally not enough regardless of evidence. Many people describe feeling like an imposter in a life they built themselves.
I work psychoanalytically, which means we do not try to argue you into a better opinion of yourself. That voice carries an unconscious logic worth understanding: it came from somewhere, served some purpose, and often speaks in words that once belonged to someone else. In sessions we trace where it originated and what it has been protecting you from. As it becomes recognizable as something you absorbed rather than something you are, it tends to lose authority.
If you have been carrying a low opinion of yourself for as long as you can remember, I would be glad to talk.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Oak Forest, IL
Online in Oak Forest, IL
Self Esteem
Dr. James R. McClymonds
Psychologist, Psy.D., HSPP
Are you stressed out? And is it getting harder to "just not think about it?" I specialize in helping people work through stressful transitions and high-conflict situations. Through individual or couple's therapy, we can work together to achieve the goals you've wanted, but have felt out of reach.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Oak Forest, IL
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 Near Oak Forest, IL
Online in Oak Forest, IL
Self Esteem
Dr. Shelley Sommerfeldt
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Building healthy self-esteem is the foundation of how you value and see yourself, shaping your confidence, decisions, and relationships. I work with clients to help them recognize their worth, challenge negative self-beliefs, silence their inner critic, and develop a stronger, more confident sense of self. Together, we focus on creating lasting inner strength so you can show up more fully in your life and relationships.
24 Years Experience
Online in Oak Forest, IL (Online Only)
Self Esteem therapists in Oak Forest, IL Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Oak Forest, 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) (40%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
49%
Offer sliding scale
35%
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
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 31% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Christian |