Self Esteem therapists in Hamilton, ON
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Self Esteem
Vanessa Gear
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I help clients build self-esteem by exploring the roots of self-doubt and fostering a more compassionate and confident self-view. Together, we develop personalized strategies to strengthen inner resilience and promote lasting self-worth.
0 Years Experience
In-Person in Hamilton, ON L9A 4W5
Online in Hamilton, ON
Self Esteem
Matthew Kelley
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, MTA
Hi! My name is Matthew and I am a Registered Psychotherapist based in Hamilton. One of my specialties is working with individuals with low self esteem. I’d love to learn about you and to help you on this journey! Feel free to reach out and we can talk about your goals together.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Hamilton, ON L8P 3R4
Online in Hamilton, ON
Self Esteem
Rosetta Racco
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Most of my work is facilitating the individual to work through issues and see themselves in a positive framework. Focusing on individuals strengths and abilities.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Hamilton, ON
Online in Hamilton, ON
Self Esteem
Client Care, Atrium
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Sessions are collaborative and paced with care, helping clients develop greater self-understanding, emotional awareness, and clarity in navigating life’s challenges.
2 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Maor Bernshtein, MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist
If one mistake can make you feel like a failure while compliments barely count, your self-worth can start depending on how well you think you're doing. You might push yourself harder to avoid criticism, then hold back from something you want because failing would feel like proof that you're not good enough. Therapy looks at where those beliefs came from and how performance or approval still influences the way you judge yourself. It works on the self-criticism that makes a mistake feel like it says something about who you are. You start going after what you want even when you might fail. Visit pathwaytoself.ca to book a free 20-minute consultation and ask any questions you have.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Hamilton, ON L8R 3K8
Online in Hamilton, ON
Self Esteem
Psykhe Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Each therapist has their own specialties, and we focus on connecting you with the clinician whose experience best fits your needs. Therapy may involve developing coping strategies, processing past experiences and childhood patterns, and cultivating greater self-compassion and emotional well-being.
8 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Natalia Vyzhol
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Building a Strong Foundation of Self-Worth
Self-worth often gets buried beneath years of self-doubt, internalized criticism, and unmet emotional needs. It’s not something we lack—it’s something we lose sight of. I offer a space to gently uncover those layers and reconnect with your inherent value.
Together, we explore the emotional and subconscious roots of low self-esteem—where negative self-talk began, what protective patterns have formed, and how to shift the inner narrative toward compassion and strength. When appropriate, I also invite the possibility of inner child work, as early relational wounds and unrecognized needs often sit at the core of self-worth challenges. This process allows for deeper integration and healing of the parts that were silenced or shamed.
My approach blends evidence-based techniques with a warm, attuned presence, creating a safe space for reflection, growth, and real change.
In Our Work Together, You’ll Learn To:
• Recognize and challenge limiting beliefs and inner criticism
• Practice self-compassion in a way that feels authentic and sustainable
• Set boundaries that honor your needs and values
• Reconnect with your personal identity and inner voice
• Create self-care practices that nourish rather than distract
This work is about reclaiming your voice, honoring your worth, and learning to stand in your truth—without apology.
7 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Satvinder Khurme
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Feeling motivated, valuable, respectful, confident are examples of self-esteem. At times this feeling turns low where a person, feels depressed, low, doubtful, shame, guilt, means he feels low-self-esteem. Those who recognize and wish to improve their self-esteem should take professional help.
28 Years Experience
In-Person in Hamilton, ON L8P 4W7
Online in Hamilton, ON
Self Esteem
Zlata Kovaltchouk
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RPC, RP
Learn mindfulness-based strategies for addressing self-criticism, self-judgment, and self-doubt. Explore the roots of negative and critical thinking, and start increasing self-acceptance and self-compassion. Self-esteem increases as a factor of our actions, so let's explore what actions are important and meaningful to you, and reflect the kind of person you really want to be. Learn how to start taking these actions without letting critical thoughts take over.
13 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Pursue You Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., R.P
Low self-esteem can impact every area of life, from relationships and career to mental health and personal fulfillment. At Pursue You Psychotherapy, we help individuals break free from the cycle of self-doubt, negative self-talk, and insecurity. Our therapy services are designed to help you build a stronger sense of self-worth, embrace your strengths, and foster lasting self-confidence.
We provide treatment that targets:
-Negative Self-Talk & Self-Criticism – Constantly putting yourself down, feeling inadequate, or struggling with perfectionism.
-Imposter Syndrome – Feeling like a fraud, doubting your abilities, or fearing that you’re not deserving of success.
-Lack of Assertiveness – Difficulty speaking up for yourself, setting boundaries, or advocating for your needs.
-Low Confidence in Social Situations – Feeling anxious or self-conscious in group settings, at work, or in relationships.
-Difficulty Accepting Compliments – Rejecting praise or feeling unworthy of recognition or success.
-Fear of Judgment & Rejection – Constantly seeking approval from others and avoiding risk due to fear of being judged.
Our therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Self-Compassion Practices, Confidence-Building Techniques, and Mindfulness-Based Interventions to help you challenge negative thoughts, foster a healthier self-image, and embrace your true potential. You deserve to feel confident, worthy, and empowered in all aspects of your life. Whether you’re looking to overcome self-doubt, set healthy boundaries, or develop a more positive relationship with yourself, we’re here to help you build lasting self-esteem.
8 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Ivana Stanic Counselling & Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, RSW, MSW
The way you talk to yourself shapes more than you might realize, decisions, relationships, how much room you give yourself to try things. We'll work on loosening the grip of that inner critic and finding a more solid sense of your own worth.
1 Years Experience
In-Person in Hamilton, ON L8N 2M8
Online in Hamilton, ON
Self Esteem
Our Landing Place
Therapist, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP, RCT
We help clients rebuild self-esteem by unpacking internalized shame, oppression, and relational wounds, supporting a more compassionate and grounded sense of self.
16 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Jennifer Morley
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BSc, BA, CCPA
We support individuals struggling with low self-esteem, self-doubt, and harsh self-criticism. Therapy focuses on building self-compassion, confidence, and healthier internal narratives that support emotional wellbeing, authenticity, and personal growth.
3 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Amelia Traer
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, PsiChi
Do you find yourself doubting your worth or abilities? Do you notice the inner dialogue is quite negative, and you feel that it is difficult to find things that you like about yourself? Do you feel like your lack of self-esteem or confidence holds you back from the goals and life you'd like to have? Let's talk about that - Get in touch for a free 15-minute consultation today.
7 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Jonathan Christink
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, BEd, MEd, Registered Psychotherapist
Life is hard, but life difficulties are compounded by a lack of self esteem. If you're looking for therapy to work on difficulties with self esteem please don't hesitate to reach out, it'd be wonderful to connect.
16 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Darbey Carlson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, MSc, RYT-200, ADHD-CCSP
Are you looking for a safe space to explore your feelings about yourself? Let's work together to identify the causes, triggers, and coping methods that make your body image uniquely, and positively/neutrally your own.
9 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Alicia Alessandrini
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Are you feeling low confidence or down on yourself? We can work together to find ways to feel more in touch with yourself and self-compassion again.
5 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Self Esteem
Jennifer Masters
Life Coach, Ba Psychology, CF Thanatology, D Kessler – Grief Grief Coach Certif,M Devine – Grief Coach Certif
Grief can deeply affect self-esteem, especially when a griever begins questioning who they were to the person who died. Many people blame themselves after a death and wonder if they loved enough, visited enough, said enough, noticed enough, or should have done something differently. Caregivers may carry an even heavier burden, believing they should have been able to save the person they loved.
I support adults through the guilt, regret, self-blame, and painful questions that can follow a loss. I acknowledge these thoughts and feelings by explaining that they make sense, that many grievers experience them, and that they are not proof of failure or a lack of love. I also provide plain-language grief education and practical tools to help clients manage these thoughts when they are triggered, so they can respond to themselves with more understanding instead of self-punishment.
6 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Hamilton is undergoing rapid transformation from a steel city to an emerging arts, tech, and health-sciences hub, and therapists here frequently work with the tension between a proud working-class identity and the changes brought by gentrification and urban renewal. McMaster University and McMaster University Medical Centre — one of Canada's leading health research institutions — provide institutional mental health resources and an active clinical training ecosystem. The city's significant immigrant population from South Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America drives demand for culturally informed and multilingual therapists. Hamilton's affordability relative to Toronto has made it a destination for those priced out of the GTA, and therapists regularly address the adjustment challenges of relocation and community rebuilding.
Self Esteem therapists in Hamilton, ON Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Hamilton, ON average 11 years of experience and charge around $172 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (78%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (56%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (54%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$172
Accept insurance
79%
Offer sliding scale
62%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 78% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 56% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 54% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 51% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 49% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 40% | Narrative Therapy |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 54% | Senior |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Christian |
| 28% | Persons with Disabilities |