Self Esteem Psychologists and Therapists in Wollongong, NSW
I help with mental health concerns like trauma, PTSD, self-esteem, and anxiety, particularly those related to relationships or family dynamics.
My therapeutic approach focuses on facilitating transformation rather than merely treating symptoms. By building a strong alliance and adopting a collaborative method, we work together to find the best path toward a value-driven life of your choosing. I strive to see the world through your eyes, using a feedback-informed approach to track progress and suggest adjustments for achieving your goals.
I help with mental health concerns like trauma, PTSD, self-esteem, and anxiety, particularly those related to relationships or family dynamics.
My therapeutic approach focuses on facilitating transformation rather than merely treating symptoms. By building a strong alliance and adopting a collaborative method, we work together to find the best path toward a value-driven life of your choosing. I strive to see the world through your eyes, using a feedback-informed approach to track progress and suggest adjustments for achieving your goals.
I feel passionately about working with people on increasing their self-esteem and assertiveness skills, improving their interpersonal and self care skills.
I work with people from 16+ using a variety of methods such as CBT, CPT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy. I work with couples using Gottman Relationship Therapy and further utilise my skills in couples counselling to help individuals with interpersonal issues.
I feel passionately about working with people on increasing their self-esteem and assertiveness skills, improving their interpersonal and self care skills.
I work with people from 16+ using a variety of methods such as CBT, CPT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy. I work with couples using Gottman Relationship Therapy and further utilise my skills in couples counselling to help individuals with interpersonal issues.
Hello! I’m Emily Lewis, an online neurodivergent psychologist, counsellor and coach. I support Autistic, ADHD or AuDHD women, and those beyond the binary, who feel exhausted from years of masking, burnout, or trying to live by expectations that never fit. You may be seeking to explore your neurodivergent identity after self-identification or a diagnosis, or looking for support with executive function, emotional regulation, sensory needs or self-compassion.
Hello! I’m Emily Lewis, an online neurodivergent psychologist, counsellor and coach. I support Autistic, ADHD or AuDHD women, and those beyond the binary, who feel exhausted from years of masking, burnout, or trying to live by expectations that never fit. You may be seeking to explore your neurodivergent identity after self-identification or a diagnosis, or looking for support with executive function, emotional regulation, sensory needs or self-compassion.
Emotional pain often brings a deep sense of vulnerability, accompanied by a desire for relief and understanding. During these moments, life can feel completely overwhelming, and the loneliness that is so often experienced only intensifies the pain. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness but a powerful acknowledgment that we are not meant to face life’s difficulties on our own. Accepting help from others, both giving and receiving, is a law of nature.
Emotional pain often brings a deep sense of vulnerability, accompanied by a desire for relief and understanding. During these moments, life can feel completely overwhelming, and the loneliness that is so often experienced only intensifies the pain. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness but a powerful acknowledgment that we are not meant to face life’s difficulties on our own. Accepting help from others, both giving and receiving, is a law of nature.
I‘m passionate about helping people restore their sense of self-worth and confidence in order to regain control over their lives.
I provide trauma-informed, strengths-based psychological support grounded in empowerment. Integrating Schema Therapy, CBT, IFS/Inner Child, mindfulness, I help clients understand patterns, regulate emotions and build practical tools for change.
I‘m passionate about helping people restore their sense of self-worth and confidence in order to regain control over their lives.
I provide trauma-informed, strengths-based psychological support grounded in empowerment. Integrating Schema Therapy, CBT, IFS/Inner Child, mindfulness, I help clients understand patterns, regulate emotions and build practical tools for change.
We empower young women building self-esteem, managing emotions, exploring identity and careers.
For 5 years I've worked across diverse mental health settings, from community mental health, university clinics, private practice, and crisis support offering therapy & assessments, developing skills in trauma, anxiety, panic and depression. Previously I spent over a decade in the business world, providing first hand experience of career transition.
We empower young women building self-esteem, managing emotions, exploring identity and careers.
For 5 years I've worked across diverse mental health settings, from community mental health, university clinics, private practice, and crisis support offering therapy & assessments, developing skills in trauma, anxiety, panic and depression. Previously I spent over a decade in the business world, providing first hand experience of career transition.
Hey, I'm Ess, and I'm so glad you're here. I offer therapy that honours all of you! All parts of you are met with respect and curiosity, as we follow the line of enquiry that interests and serves you. I take a non-pathologising, queer-affirming, neuro-affirming approach, that acknowledges how culture, power and social context shape our experiences. If you are yearning to know yourself more intimately, treat yourself more kindly, understand your behaviours, deepen relationships, or you sense more ease/joy/fulfilment is available to you ... I would love to support you in the process of reclaiming the fullness of who you are.
Hey, I'm Ess, and I'm so glad you're here. I offer therapy that honours all of you! All parts of you are met with respect and curiosity, as we follow the line of enquiry that interests and serves you. I take a non-pathologising, queer-affirming, neuro-affirming approach, that acknowledges how culture, power and social context shape our experiences. If you are yearning to know yourself more intimately, treat yourself more kindly, understand your behaviours, deepen relationships, or you sense more ease/joy/fulfilment is available to you ... I would love to support you in the process of reclaiming the fullness of who you are.
I can support you with your anxiety, building self-esteem, mindfulness, grounding and healing.
I provide a safe, confidential space for you to explore yourself and what's important to you. I have worked in aged care, disability, and mental health. I'm a deep listener, caring and open. My approach is non-judgemental, empathetic and supportive. I also have lived experience of mental health challenges and overcoming these through recovery.
I can support you with your anxiety, building self-esteem, mindfulness, grounding and healing.
I provide a safe, confidential space for you to explore yourself and what's important to you. I have worked in aged care, disability, and mental health. I'm a deep listener, caring and open. My approach is non-judgemental, empathetic and supportive. I also have lived experience of mental health challenges and overcoming these through recovery.
Offering 10 session individualised DBT programs and EMDR.
Offering 10 session individualised DBT programs and EMDR.
Klaudia is a highly experienced Psychologist with nearly 20 years in the mental health sector, including 15 years as a practicing clinician. Klaudia supports you in understanding how past experiences and unresolved traumas may be shaping your current challenges. Her focus is on helping you uncover and shift deeply ingrained patterns through trauma reprocessing. Klaudia provides a safe, compassionate, yet gently challenging space, encouraging meaningful reflection, emotional safety, and long-term transformation.
Klaudia is a highly experienced Psychologist with nearly 20 years in the mental health sector, including 15 years as a practicing clinician. Klaudia supports you in understanding how past experiences and unresolved traumas may be shaping your current challenges. Her focus is on helping you uncover and shift deeply ingrained patterns through trauma reprocessing. Klaudia provides a safe, compassionate, yet gently challenging space, encouraging meaningful reflection, emotional safety, and long-term transformation.
My name is Christelle Ardill and I am a Psychologist located in the idyllic seaside city of Wollongong. I've been practicing as a Psychologist for 10 years now (time flies when you're having fun) and in this time have committed to developing my professional persona in a way that let's my authentic self shine through. I pride myself on developing genuine therapeutic relationships with my clients, and take an honest and compassionate approach to therapy.
My name is Christelle Ardill and I am a Psychologist located in the idyllic seaside city of Wollongong. I've been practicing as a Psychologist for 10 years now (time flies when you're having fun) and in this time have committed to developing my professional persona in a way that let's my authentic self shine through. I pride myself on developing genuine therapeutic relationships with my clients, and take an honest and compassionate approach to therapy.
I enjoy working with a range of psychological and emotional concerns. My main area of interest is helping people who are living with an eating disorder. I am passionate about timely and effective support for individuals struggling with eating and body image concerns. In addition to eating disorders, I enjoy working with people who are experiencing different types of anxiety and emotional distress, chronic pain and illness, relationship concerns, grief, loss and adjusting to life changes including parenthood.
I enjoy working with a range of psychological and emotional concerns. My main area of interest is helping people who are living with an eating disorder. I am passionate about timely and effective support for individuals struggling with eating and body image concerns. In addition to eating disorders, I enjoy working with people who are experiencing different types of anxiety and emotional distress, chronic pain and illness, relationship concerns, grief, loss and adjusting to life changes including parenthood.
I commonly support people experiencing concerns related to:
• Anxiety & perfectionism
• Stress and burnout
• Depression and self-esteem concerns
• Relationship difficulties
• ADHD and neurodivergence
• Trauma, PTSD and complex trauma symptoms
• Substance use and addiction
• Life transitions and identity concerns
I am a Clinical Psychologist providing therapy to adolescents (15+) and adults in Wollongong or online Australia-wide.
I commonly support people experiencing concerns related to:
• Anxiety & perfectionism
• Stress and burnout
• Depression and self-esteem concerns
• Relationship difficulties
• ADHD and neurodivergence
• Trauma, PTSD and complex trauma symptoms
• Substance use and addiction
• Life transitions and identity concerns
I am a Clinical Psychologist providing therapy to adolescents (15+) and adults in Wollongong or online Australia-wide.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that everyone is doing their best given their experiences, and support available to them.
I have a preference for a parts-based approach, primarily utilising Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS) to support individuals' in understanding themselves and their intentions.
I am currently accepting bookings for adults and young people, supporting with anxiety and mood concerns, trauma, attachment and interpersonal concerns, adjustment, distress tolerance, and stress management.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in the belief that everyone is doing their best given their experiences, and support available to them.
I have a preference for a parts-based approach, primarily utilising Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS) to support individuals' in understanding themselves and their intentions.
I am currently accepting bookings for adults and young people, supporting with anxiety and mood concerns, trauma, attachment and interpersonal concerns, adjustment, distress tolerance, and stress management.
Worries, frustrations, and disappointments are common in life. But no matter if your issues are current or recurrent, the right step is to seek help. Even if your problems right now feel like they're getting the best of you - know that there is help available for this! It takes courage to seek help and I'm glad you're here. You deserve to live a life that makes you excited to get up in the morning. As your therapist, I will help you deal with emotional and behavioural problems more effectively.
Worries, frustrations, and disappointments are common in life. But no matter if your issues are current or recurrent, the right step is to seek help. Even if your problems right now feel like they're getting the best of you - know that there is help available for this! It takes courage to seek help and I'm glad you're here. You deserve to live a life that makes you excited to get up in the morning. As your therapist, I will help you deal with emotional and behavioural problems more effectively.
I have experience working with a range of emotional and psychological issues that people face including anxiety, low mood, stress, anger, behavioural concerns, relationships, adjustment to changes and circumstances, and grief and loss. I am a Medicare and DVA approved provider.
I have experience working with a range of emotional and psychological issues that people face including anxiety, low mood, stress, anger, behavioural concerns, relationships, adjustment to changes and circumstances, and grief and loss. I am a Medicare and DVA approved provider.
Hi, I'm Cecilia (she/her). I am trained in clinical psychology through a combined Masters/PhD (UOW) and have experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families across a range of clinical settings and presentations. I have been working in private practice since 2021 and am grateful for the opportunity to do the work that I do. I admire the strength it takes to be vulnerable and value building a safe and compassionate relationship with clients where they can feel supported to explore their challenges. I have a particular interest in anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma/ complex trauma and pre & post-natal difficulties.
Hi, I'm Cecilia (she/her). I am trained in clinical psychology through a combined Masters/PhD (UOW) and have experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families across a range of clinical settings and presentations. I have been working in private practice since 2021 and am grateful for the opportunity to do the work that I do. I admire the strength it takes to be vulnerable and value building a safe and compassionate relationship with clients where they can feel supported to explore their challenges. I have a particular interest in anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma/ complex trauma and pre & post-natal difficulties.
Tracey Rovere Psychotherapist, Marriage Counsellor and Relationship Coach addresses many challenges that come with partnerships and relationships. Areas of counselling include; disconnection of intimacy, infidelity, trust issues, difficulty in communication, conflict and working through separation if necessary. The counselling process can help to enhance the friendship and support couples to feel more connected with one another. Other concerns in relationships such as substance use, alcohol addiction, gambling addiction, trauma and attachment concerns are also explored in our practice to help you move forward.
Tracey Rovere Psychotherapist, Marriage Counsellor and Relationship Coach addresses many challenges that come with partnerships and relationships. Areas of counselling include; disconnection of intimacy, infidelity, trust issues, difficulty in communication, conflict and working through separation if necessary. The counselling process can help to enhance the friendship and support couples to feel more connected with one another. Other concerns in relationships such as substance use, alcohol addiction, gambling addiction, trauma and attachment concerns are also explored in our practice to help you move forward.
I am a registered psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience working with a wider range of range of client group in UK and Australia. Services that I deliver includes: Treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioural difficulties and other mental health issues for children, adolescents, and adults. *Post and perinatal depression *Neurodevelopmental Disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD *Cognitive Assessments: including WISC-V, WPPSI- IV, and *Parenting Skills Training for behavioural management of children and adolescents with challenging behaviours.
I am a registered psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience working with a wider range of range of client group in UK and Australia. Services that I deliver includes: Treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, behavioural difficulties and other mental health issues for children, adolescents, and adults. *Post and perinatal depression *Neurodevelopmental Disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD *Cognitive Assessments: including WISC-V, WPPSI- IV, and *Parenting Skills Training for behavioural management of children and adolescents with challenging behaviours.
Eclipse Psychology supports people navigating the impacts of trauma, as well as those trying to make sense of difficult or confusing psychedelic experiences. Many people come feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, and are looking for a space to better understand what’s been happening for them.
I offer a calm, non-judgemental environment where we can explore your experiences at a pace that feels manageable, and work toward greater clarity and more sustainable change over time.
Eclipse Psychology supports people navigating the impacts of trauma, as well as those trying to make sense of difficult or confusing psychedelic experiences. Many people come feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, and are looking for a space to better understand what’s been happening for them.
I offer a calm, non-judgemental environment where we can explore your experiences at a pace that feels manageable, and work toward greater clarity and more sustainable change over time.
Nearby Self Esteem Therapists Searches for Wollongong
- Balgownie
- Corrimal
- Fairy Meadow
- Figtree
- North Wollongong
- Port Kembla
- Russell Vale
- Tarrawanna
- Towradgi
- Unanderra
- West Wollongong
- Woonona
Self Esteem Therapists
When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?
When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.
What are the signs of low self-esteem?
Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.
What causes low self-esteem?
Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.
How can therapy improve self-esteem?
Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.