Self Esteem therapists in New York City, NY
Browse Self Esteem therapists in New York City, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Nicole DeMarco
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I help adults struggling with self-esteem reconnect with their worth, challenge self-doubt, and build a more confident relationship with themselves.
7 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Nadira Jackson - TherapyWithDira
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Many of us learned to see ourselves through the eyes of others. Our work together focuses on helping you reconnect with your inner voice, the one that knows your worth. Through exploration and self-compassion, we’ll uncover the beliefs that have kept you small and practice new ways of showing up with confidence and authenticity in your life and relationships.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Michael Nakhla
Psychiatrist, MD
Self-esteem issues often stem from early experiences, negative self-talk, or painful comparisons with others. I help clients identify the roots of low self-worth and challenge the critical inner voice that undermines confidence and happiness. Through our work together, you'll develop genuine self-compassion and build esteem based on authentic self-acceptance rather than external validation or achievement.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in New York City, NY
Online in New York City, NY
Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
Self-esteem therapy work can help you feel more content, comfortable, and capable in a wide variety of contexts. I'll combine powerful and effective techniques to boost your feelings of esteem, confidence, and worth. This type of therapy can have wide-ranging, lasting effects. Self-esteem work is a cornerstone of my practice.
25 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Colette Pauta
Counselor/Therapist
Low self-esteem can undermine confidence, limit your goals, and make everyday challenges feel overwhelming. I help clients understand how unhelpful beliefs and negative self-talk developed, and work to challenge those thoughts while building self-compassion and inner strength. Through evidence-based strategies and supportive exploration, you'll learn how to cultivate a more positive self-image, trust in your abilities, and build lasting confidence in who you are.
1 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Dr. Lindsay Perrin
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Many people struggle with self-doubt, harsh self-criticism, or feelings of not being "good enough," whether in school, at work, in relationships, or other areas of life. These experiences can make it difficult to recognize your strengths, trust yourself, and pursue the life you want.
In therapy, we'll work together to better understand the beliefs and experiences that have shaped your self-esteem and identify the patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Drawing primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based approaches, we'll challenge unhelpful thought patterns, build self-compassion, and develop practical strategies to help you feel more confident, resilient, and authentic in your daily life.
14 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
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 New York City, NY (Online Only)
Madailein O' Donnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Madailein has experience in providing therapy to patients who have low Self esteem by teaching self esteem techniques to increase one's self love.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Alexis Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
I support clients struggling with low self-worth, self-doubt, and a harsh inner critic that can impact confidence and daily life. Together, we explore the underlying beliefs and experiences that shape how you see yourself, while working to develop a more compassionate, balanced, and stable sense of identity. My approach is supportive and practical, helping you challenge unhelpful self-talk, recognize your strengths, and build a more grounded relationship with yourself. The focus is on increasing confidence, deepening self-acceptance, and fostering a stronger sense of personal empowerment. If you’re ready to feel more secure in who you are, I invite you to reach out or explore my profile to learn more.
2 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Liberation Therapy
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
Self-esteem is often shaped by early relationships, trauma, and the stories we’ve been told about ourselves. In therapy we work on changing those stories, building self-trust, and developing a more stable and compassionate sense of self.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Donna M Torbico - HEAL & GROW for ACoAs
Counselor/Therapist, Recovery Therapist in Private Practice 40 years
Self-esteem is developed from Unconditional Love, which we did not receive. Instead, all the PMES abandonment lead us to believe being un-loved was our fault. This is self-hate, which erodes our will & serenity. Developing the Loving Parent Voice heals & provides self-confidence. (Blog : 2011)
40 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Maggie McCarthy
Counselor/Therapist, LMSW
Shame, guilt, and low self worth. These negative beliefs can be so deep they feel like they are part of your identity. But together, we can work to untangle and reimagine your story and to a place of healing, compassion, and self-trust.
3 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Jack Szary
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC-D
I work with adults struggling with low self-esteem, self-doubt, and harsh self-criticism that impact their confidence, relationships, and personal fulfillment. Many clients feel capable outwardly but experience internal feelings of inadequacy or fear of failure. My approach combines insight-oriented work with practical strategies to challenge negative self-beliefs, build self-compassion, and strengthen confidence, helping clients develop a healthier, more empowered relationship with themselves.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Dr. Lyndsay Elliott
Psychologist, PsyD.
Low self-esteem rarely announces itself directly — it shows up in the relationships you settle for, the opportunities you talk yourself out of, the relentless inner critic that measures everything you do and finds it lacking. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience, I help adults identify and challenge the deep-rooted beliefs driving low self-worth, self-doubt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and chronic self-criticism. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic insight, and trauma-informed care, I work with clients to build genuine, lasting self-confidence, self-compassion, and a stronger, more secure sense of identity. Telehealth therapy for self-esteem available across 40+ states.
21 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Kate E. Stephenson
Life Coach, ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Holistic Life, Career & Executive
How do we come into confidence? One of the first questions I ask my clients is "what does confidence mean to you?" It never ceases to amaze me that each of us has a slightly different definition. What if your definition really doesn't have much to do with it at all? Everything I have learned as a certified professional Holistic Life Coach turned my own definition on it's head. I invite you to share with me what self esteem and confidence mean to you so that we can start to explore how you see yourself and your relation to others. I am NOT offering therapy—I leave the work of diagnosis and treatment of medical issues to medical professionals. However, coaching can absolutely complement and supplement the therapy work you are doing; our work together will be therapeutic without being therapy. I have a toolkit of fun methods and approaches to self esteem designed to help you question your own assumptions, internal unconscious agreements, and unacknowledged (perhaps limiting) beliefs to get to a place of awareness and insight—the place where confidence truly lives.
7 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Dr. Elizabeth Richards
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Many of my patients have high expectations for themselves and have accomplished great things in their lives, yet still feel they never measure up. In therapy, I help individuals explore the origins of their low self-esteem, insecurities, and chronic self-criticism, including past experiences and internalized messages, while also cultivating a more compassionate and realistic view of themselves. We’ll focus on building confidence, resilience, and a deeper sense of self-worth. My goal is to help you develop a healthier self-perception, embrace your strengths, and navigate life’s challenges with increased clarity, agency, and self-compassion, ultimately fostering a more balanced and authentic sense of identity. Feel free to reach out for a complementary 15-minute consultation if you think I might be the right therapist for you.
16 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Dina Matic
Psychologist, PhD
I help clients build self-esteem by fostering a supportive, trusting therapeutic relationship. My style is compassionate and strengths-focused, with genuine positive regard for the people I work with so that they can develop the confidence to navigate life with greater assurance.
16 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Chrissie Chua- Ly van manh
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC-D, LPC
I support clients who struggle with self-esteem, self-doubt, and a persistent sense of not feeling “enough,” even when life looks stable or successful on the outside. Many of the clients I work with are high-achieving, thoughtful, and capable individuals who have learned to be self-critical in order to succeed, but find that inner voice of criticism difficult to turn off.
Low self-esteem can show up in many ways- difficulty trusting yourself, second-guessing decisions, people-pleasing, comparing yourself to others, or feeling undeserving of rest, success, or healthy relationships. Over time, these patterns can shape how you see yourself and how you move through the world.
In therapy, we work together to understand where these beliefs came from, including past experiences, family dynamics, cultural expectations, and internalized messages about worth and value. Alongside this deeper exploration, we also focus on building practical tools to challenge self-critical thoughts and create new, more balanced ways of relating to yourself.
My goal is to help you develop a stronger, more compassionate relationship with yourself- one where your worth is not dependent on performance, approval, or productivity, but rooted in a more stable and grounded sense of who you are.
10 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Jennifer Cain
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Does your child see themselves negatively, lack confidence to try new things, or criticize themselves? There are things we can do to build their self-esteem so that they blossom from the inside out. Parents can feel poorly about themselves about themselves too; if this describes you, you are not alone. With guidance and encouragement, we will work together to reverse this confidence-sapping problem and get you seeing yourself more positively.
10 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Tommy Owens - Specialized Therapeutic Counseling, Hypnotherapy, Energy Therapy, Subconscious Mind & Energy Clearing, Healing & Reprograming, Cord Cutting, Breath work & Meditation Practices
Counselor/Therapist, QHHP, RC, SC
Subconscious Mind Clearing & Reprograming Sessions with Tommy have effectively helped 100s' of Young Adults & Corporate Professional Clients quickly build their Self Esteem. Building self esteem is essential to feel happy, confident & perform at your highest levels.
Tommy can easily help you remove the causes for low self esteem & then assist you in building up new self esteem & confidence in a very quick period of time.
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10 Years Experience
In-Person in New York City, NY
Online in New York City, NY
Self Esteem therapists in New York City, NY Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in New York City, NY average 14 years of experience and charge around $198 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (58%), Psychodynamic Therapy (45%), and Behavioral Therapy (35%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$198
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 45% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 58% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 27% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 27% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 35% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 32% | Black / African American |