Self Esteem therapists in Ames, IA
Browse Self Esteem therapists in Ames, Iowa. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Self Esteem
Dr. Teresa Huff-Pomstra
Psychologist, PhD, LP
My approach includes a strong focus on attachment theory and the importance of self efficacy. We explore the roots of core beliefs and how to adopt more helpful and hopeful views of self.
7 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Gerry Letendre
Hypnotherapist, RPh, MBA, CHt
Self-esteem shapes how we see ourselves, how we relate to others, and how confidently we move through life. When self-esteem is low, people often struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, fear of judgment, or feeling “not enough,” even when they are capable and accomplished. These patterns are often learned over time and reinforced at a subconscious level.
My approach to working with self-esteem is personalized and respectful. Rather than focusing solely on positive thinking, hypnosis helps address the underlying beliefs and emotional responses that influence how individuals perceive themselves. Sessions are tailored to each client’s goals and life experience, supporting the development of healthier self-perception, confidence, and emotional resilience.
Clients often seek hypnosis for self-esteem when long-standing patterns persist despite insight or effort. Hypnosis offers a drug-free, complementary approach that allows clients to remain aware and in control while gently reinforcing more supportive beliefs and behaviors.
This work is offered as a supportive tool for personal growth and is not a replacement for medical or mental health care. When appropriate, hypnosis can be used alongside other professional support to help clients feel more grounded, confident, and self-accepting.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Amber McKinney-Morgan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW
Struggles with self-esteem often stem from early experiences and internalized beliefs about worth. I help clients identify and shift these patterns, building a more grounded and compassionate sense of self. Our work focuses on helping you feel more confident, secure, and aligned in how you move through the world.
8 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Dr. Stéphanie Gamache, PhD
Hypnotherapist, PhD
Self-esteem is shaped through early emotional experience and internalized relationships. My work integrates psychoanalytic exploration and embodied awareness to support a more compassionate and coherent relationship with the self. This process helps patients move beyond shame and self-criticism toward greater self-acceptance.
7 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Debra Younger
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC, LPC, LMHC, CCPT
Many of us struggle with a poor self-esteem. The sense that somehow we aren't good enough, or that we don't deserve the good things in life. The roots of poor self-esteem, the wounds, were formed in during the childhood years and continue to negatively impact our lives as adults. Through the use of Internal Family Systems, these early childhood wounds can be addressed and healed, allowing us to gain a positive sense of Self.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Self Esteem therapists in Ames, IA Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Ames, IA average 14 years of experience and charge around $220 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (39%), Hypnotherapy (33%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (33%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$220
Accept insurance
31%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 64% |
Online Only |
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| 36% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 39% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 33% | Hypnotherapy |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
| 31% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 28% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 36% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 42% | Christian |
| 39% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |