Self Esteem therapists in Houston, Texas TX
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Kevin Brown, Therapy in Mindfulness
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Self-esteem is at the core of mental and emotional well-being, shaping how we see ourselves, speak to ourselves, and navigate life’s challenges. If self-doubt, harsh self-criticism, or feelings of unworthiness are holding you back, we will explore these patterns with curiosity and compassion. Through somatic awareness and nervous system regulation, we’ll work to shift limiting beliefs, cultivate self-acceptance, and build an inner foundation of confidence and self-trust. My goal is to support you in developing a kinder, more empowered relationship with yourself so that you can fully step into your worth and thrive.
18 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Jonathan Hock -- Therapy for Men
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Self-esteem is often thought of as a measure of worth, but from an existential perspective it reflects how fully a man is living in accordance with his own values and choices. Low self-esteem usually signals a disconnection between who you are and the roles, expectations, or narratives you have been carrying. I work with men to explore these tensions, confront the pressures that undermine confidence, and cultivate a sense of self rooted in authenticity rather than approval. The aim is not to inflate ego, but to build clarity, agency, and a grounded sense of worth that emerges from living deliberately.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77006
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Get Whitt Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT- Associate
If you’re constantly questioning your worth, overthinking your choices, or feeling like you’re not “enough,” therapy can help you rewrite that story. We’ll explore where those beliefs come from and build a more grounded, compassionate view of yourself. You deserve to move through the world with confidence and clarity.
2 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Dr. Christopher Lowery, DHSc, CLCP
Clinical Health Practitioner, Board-Certified Life Care Planner
This component assist with fostering self-confidence, resilience, and healthy coping strategies for personal and social growth.
24 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77008
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Shawna Damiani
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Most people who struggle with self-esteem didn't arrive there on their own. Somewhere along the way — in a childhood home, a classroom, a relationship, a culture that was constantly telling you who you should be and how you were falling short — you learned to see yourself through a lens that was never yours to begin with.
Low self-esteem has a way of quietly running the show. It's in the opportunities you don't pursue because you assume you'll fail. The relationships you stay in because you don't believe you deserve better. The compliments you deflect, the achievements you minimize, the relentless inner voice that seems to know exactly where to hit. It's exhausting to live at war with yourself — and most people have been doing it for so long they've forgotten there was ever another option.
At Love Let Out, we work with people who are ready to start questioning the story they've been told about themselves. Not with toxic positivity or hollow affirmations, but with real, honest, grounded work — looking at where those beliefs came from, why they took hold, and whether they actually hold up when examined in the light.
This isn't about becoming someone who loves everything about themselves all the time. It's about building a relationship with yourself that is honest, compassionate, and no longer dependent on the approval of others to feel like enough. It's about recognizing that the voice telling you that you're too much, not enough, or fundamentally flawed — was never the truth. It was just something you were taught.
You were never the problem. And it's not too late to start believing that.
8 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Robin Renucci
Licensed Professional Counselor, Ed.D, Ed.S, M.Ed, LPC, NCC
Struggling with self-esteem can affect nearly every part of life—from relationships and career choices to mental health and personal fulfillment. I work with individuals who feel held back by self-doubt, perfectionism, negative self-talk, or a persistent sense of not being “good enough.”
In our work together, we explore the underlying experiences that may have shaped your self-image and begin to challenge the internal narratives that keep you stuck. My approach is strengths-based and deeply supportive, focused on helping you build a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
Through guided reflection, skill-building, and emotional support, we work toward fostering greater self-acceptance, confidence, and a stronger sense of identity—so you can move through life with more clarity, purpose, and inner peace.
16 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Dr. Sharese Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
I have experience with using Adlerian-based techniques for encouragement. I assist clients with improving self-esteem.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77070
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Varissa Owens ✨Your Journey to Healing, PLLC✨
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.A., M.S., LPC, NCC
I can help you work through issues related to self esteem.
8 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Kingdom Dwelling Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Our counselors use different therapy modalities, like CBT, to guide our clients through self-esteem issues. Challenging negative thoughts with the guidance of a counselor can help clients recognize their strengths and the beauty within themselves. We strive to provide our clients with coping strategies in overcoming self-doubt and build confidence in themselves to maintain their mental well-being.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77070
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Wellness Solutions, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
At Wellness Solutions, we provide supportive care to help individuals build self-esteem and confidence. Our approach emphasizes developing insight, fostering resilience, and identifying your unique strengths through positive psychology. Together, we’ll work to overcome self-doubt, embrace your worth, and create a foundation for a more empowered and fulfilling life.
25 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Vada Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Self-esteem counseling at Vada Counseling recognizes that internalized oppression, discrimination, and cultural narratives often shape how people see themselves. We support clients in uncovering voices that have diminished their worth and replacing them with self-affirming truths. Healing emphasizes identity, authenticity, and liberation from harmful norms.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77018
Online in Houston, TX Texas
DL, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CCTP
I specialize in self-esteem therapy for adults struggling with low self-confidence, chronic self-doubt, perfectionism, and negative self-talk. Many high-functioning individuals experience persistent feelings of inadequacy despite external success. In therapy, I help clients develop self-worth that is not tied to productivity, achievement, or external validation. This work supports increased emotional resilience, healthier relationships, and a more secure sense of self. The goal is lasting self-trust and confidence rooted in self-understanding rather than performance.
17 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Dr. Andrew Bingman
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, PsyD
Many clients struggle with a pervasive feeling of not being good enough, which makes it challenging for them to live life authentically and form meaningful and vulnerable connections with others. My primary task as a therapist is to create an environment in which clients can feel empowered to show up as their whole selves, without fear of judgment and rejection.
15 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Helen Godfrey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, BCC, LPC
Self-doubt, perfectionism, imposter syndrome. Let's explore the thoughts you have around these topics and find a path forward to a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
12 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Amority Health - Rachel Cooper
Therapist, MS, LPC Associate
Support for persistent self-doubt and feeling “not enough,” with a focus on developing a more stable and grounded sense of self-worth.
4 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Jennifer Pinkerton
Therapist, M.S., LMFT, CTP, C-PD
Do you feel bad about yourself? Are you suffering from low self worth and lack of recognition about your strengths? Therapy can help you develop a positive regard and eradicate those negative cognitions that plaque you and prevent you from excelling in life.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Houston, TX 77024
Online in Houston, TX Texas
Live Consciously
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
If you struggle with self-worth or inner criticism, you're not alone. We work with you to quiet the negative self-talk, uncover your strengths, and build a healthier, more loving relationship with yourself.
4 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Tamara C. Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MCHC, ASDCS
I assist client in improve their self-esteem, self-confidence and self-acceptance.
19 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
I provide support for individuals seeking to improve self-esteem, helping clients address negative self-beliefs, self-doubt, and patterns of self-criticism. Using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, self-compassion practices, and strengths-based interventions, I assist clients in developing a more balanced and realistic self-view. My work focuses on building confidence, reinforcing personal strengths, and fostering a stable sense of self-worth that supports healthier decision-making and overall well-being.
2 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX Texas (Online Only)
Houston is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States, and therapists here serve an extraordinarily wide range of cultural communities, with strong demand for bilingual and multicultural practitioners across its many distinct neighborhoods. The city's petrochemical industry and repeated major flooding events — including Hurricane Harvey — have made trauma, grief, and disaster recovery a persistent focus for many Houston therapists. Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, provides an extensive institutional backdrop, with a large independent therapy community spread across the Heights, Montrose, and the Energy Corridor. Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Hindi, and Urdu-speaking therapists are all well represented in the Houston metro.
Self Esteem therapists in Houston, Texas Statistics
Self Esteem therapists in Houston, Texas average 16 years of experience and charge around $190 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (40%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (34%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$190
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 31% |
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 |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 32% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 31% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 29% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 38% | Men |
| 34% | LGBTQ+ |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Christian |