Self Esteem Psychologists and Therapists in Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
People come to therapy for a range of reasons. There might be recurrent problems in relationships or work, there might be disturbing feelings within, or behaviours that are defeating or destructive. Many people find that their usual ways of coping don’t seem to work for them anymore. Whatever the issue, undertaking psychotherapy is an opportunity for you to really understand the underlying drivers of the problem, in the context of your unique life history, and to find a way to transform your suffering. New possibilities for living with greater freedom and creativity might then appear.
People come to therapy for a range of reasons. There might be recurrent problems in relationships or work, there might be disturbing feelings within, or behaviours that are defeating or destructive. Many people find that their usual ways of coping don’t seem to work for them anymore. Whatever the issue, undertaking psychotherapy is an opportunity for you to really understand the underlying drivers of the problem, in the context of your unique life history, and to find a way to transform your suffering. New possibilities for living with greater freedom and creativity might then appear.
For me is very important treat the person as an integral approach , looking after the inner world of the patients and how is the way can affect to their bodies, treating the psychosomatic illness. I try that the person be able to accomplish their projects, achieve their goals for physically and mentally wellness in the long term. For that I use all my knowledge and different learning techniques for more than 10 years of working with people in a confidentiallity ,respectful and trustful manners. My target is that the person achieve though the psychotherapy to be FREE, INDEPENDENT AND AUTONOMOUS.
For me is very important treat the person as an integral approach , looking after the inner world of the patients and how is the way can affect to their bodies, treating the psychosomatic illness. I try that the person be able to accomplish their projects, achieve their goals for physically and mentally wellness in the long term. For that I use all my knowledge and different learning techniques for more than 10 years of working with people in a confidentiallity ,respectful and trustful manners. My target is that the person achieve though the psychotherapy to be FREE, INDEPENDENT AND AUTONOMOUS.
As an ACA-Registered Counsellor, I provide a safe, supportive space to help you navigate anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and emotional struggles. Through Telehealth sessions, I work collaboratively with you to explore your goals, uncover inner strengths, and build resilience. My aim is to empower you with the tools needed for a healthier, more balanced life. Let’s work together to create meaningful change and move forward with confidence and clarity.
As an ACA-Registered Counsellor, I provide a safe, supportive space to help you navigate anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and emotional struggles. Through Telehealth sessions, I work collaboratively with you to explore your goals, uncover inner strengths, and build resilience. My aim is to empower you with the tools needed for a healthier, more balanced life. Let’s work together to create meaningful change and move forward with confidence and clarity.
As a counsellor I have dealt with a multitude of presentations ranging from high risk, suicidal and self harm clients to anxiety, life coaching and depression. I aim to build an authentic therapeutic relationship in order to decipher what the goals, aspirations and motivations are of a client to create what the desired path forward. I value taking the time to listen, understanding and truly comprehending what a client needs and how they want to achieve it within a solution focused mindset. I endeavour to work with all clients at their own pace in order to build self-reflective practice and create long lasting positive changes.
As a counsellor I have dealt with a multitude of presentations ranging from high risk, suicidal and self harm clients to anxiety, life coaching and depression. I aim to build an authentic therapeutic relationship in order to decipher what the goals, aspirations and motivations are of a client to create what the desired path forward. I value taking the time to listen, understanding and truly comprehending what a client needs and how they want to achieve it within a solution focused mindset. I endeavour to work with all clients at their own pace in order to build self-reflective practice and create long lasting positive changes.
I help people struggling with perfectionism, burnout, anxiety, overthinking, ADHD, depression, relationship struggles, and low self-esteem.
I use evidence-based treatments, but I also understand everyone is unique and one treatment does not fit all. We will work together to determine what works best for you and what does not work. I value and encourage your feedback while we figure it out together. I'm here to make the therapeutic process comfortable and informative so you can reach your goals.
I help people struggling with perfectionism, burnout, anxiety, overthinking, ADHD, depression, relationship struggles, and low self-esteem.
I use evidence-based treatments, but I also understand everyone is unique and one treatment does not fit all. We will work together to determine what works best for you and what does not work. I value and encourage your feedback while we figure it out together. I'm here to make the therapeutic process comfortable and informative so you can reach your goals.
Not happy with your self esteem?
I am an individual and couple trauma informed therapist with a degree in psychology from overseas and a local counselling diploma. I specialize in EI (Emotional Intelligence) and help my clients to build healthy relationships based on secure attachment and deep connection. My counselling services are in 3 languages: English, Ukrainian and Russian.
Not happy with your self esteem?
I am an individual and couple trauma informed therapist with a degree in psychology from overseas and a local counselling diploma. I specialize in EI (Emotional Intelligence) and help my clients to build healthy relationships based on secure attachment and deep connection. My counselling services are in 3 languages: English, Ukrainian and Russian.
If you're facing issues related to diversity, identity, boundaries, self-esteem, self-expression, or anxiety about the future, don't hesitate to reach out.
Hi! I'm a psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to achieve lasting change and growth. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and supportive, providing a space for you to explore and experience whatever has been unmanageable alone. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, dealing with grief or loss, wanting to make positive changes, or discover your strengths, I will work collaboratively with you. I take an integrative approach, and care about every facet of your wellbeing. Nothing is irrelevant, and nothing is too silly or strange to express.
If you're facing issues related to diversity, identity, boundaries, self-esteem, self-expression, or anxiety about the future, don't hesitate to reach out.
Hi! I'm a psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to achieve lasting change and growth. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and supportive, providing a space for you to explore and experience whatever has been unmanageable alone. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, dealing with grief or loss, wanting to make positive changes, or discover your strengths, I will work collaboratively with you. I take an integrative approach, and care about every facet of your wellbeing. Nothing is irrelevant, and nothing is too silly or strange to express.
As a trauma therapist and multidisciplinary artist, I work at the intersection of relational healing, neuroscience, creativity, and cultural identity. My practice supports people navigating trauma, relationship patterns, and disconnection—from themselves, others and what gives them meaning in life; their values. I specialise in working with complex trauma, often rooted in experiences of intimate family violence, cultural rupture and developmental trauma. At the heart of my work is bringing emotion and memory together with the body, science, and creativity.
As a trauma therapist and multidisciplinary artist, I work at the intersection of relational healing, neuroscience, creativity, and cultural identity. My practice supports people navigating trauma, relationship patterns, and disconnection—from themselves, others and what gives them meaning in life; their values. I specialise in working with complex trauma, often rooted in experiences of intimate family violence, cultural rupture and developmental trauma. At the heart of my work is bringing emotion and memory together with the body, science, and creativity.
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.
Especially if you are struggling with identity, purpose, self-worth or anxiety.
I take a person-centered approach, offering integrative supports tailored to each client's specific circumstances, needs and motivations.
These may include Cognitive/Dialectal Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Solutions-focused and Narrative therapies, and life skills to improve wellbeing, confidence, and problem-solving.
Especially if you are struggling with identity, purpose, self-worth or anxiety.
I take a person-centered approach, offering integrative supports tailored to each client's specific circumstances, needs and motivations.
These may include Cognitive/Dialectal Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Solutions-focused and Narrative therapies, and life skills to improve wellbeing, confidence, and problem-solving.
Alana Greco is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety disorders, self-worth, relationships, and mental well-being.
Alana specializes in providing expert assistance for a wide range of concerns to patients 16 years + including: Depression, Perinatal and postnatal challenges, parenting difficulties, anxiety disorders and phobias, adjustment difficulties, stress and anxiety management, workplace stress and burnout, PTSD, relationships and family stress and academic stress.
Alana Greco is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety disorders, self-worth, relationships, and mental well-being.
Alana specializes in providing expert assistance for a wide range of concerns to patients 16 years + including: Depression, Perinatal and postnatal challenges, parenting difficulties, anxiety disorders and phobias, adjustment difficulties, stress and anxiety management, workplace stress and burnout, PTSD, relationships and family stress and academic stress.
Using expressive and play-based therapy with children supports their emotional, social and cognitive development and gives them non-verbal ways of expressing their emotional destress and working through challenges like anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and unique challenges related to neurodivergence.
I have over 25 years of experience working and collaborating with children and families in the areas of early childhood education and counselling. I am passionate about supporting people to reach their full potential, however that might look like for each individual. I am adept at meeting people where they are at in a non-judgmental way.
Using expressive and play-based therapy with children supports their emotional, social and cognitive development and gives them non-verbal ways of expressing their emotional destress and working through challenges like anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and unique challenges related to neurodivergence.
I have over 25 years of experience working and collaborating with children and families in the areas of early childhood education and counselling. I am passionate about supporting people to reach their full potential, however that might look like for each individual. I am adept at meeting people where they are at in a non-judgmental way.
I’m Holly (she/her). I am committed to providing a supportive space where you feel safe to explore issues and experiences that can be difficult to talk about.
I have worked with adults and young people experiencing a broad range of issues, such as anxiety, depression and trauma. Some people come to see me having struggled with their mental wellbeing for years, and some people are feeling a bit stuck in life and are unsure how to move forward. Therapy is an amazing tool to gain deeper self-understanding and to make positive life changes.
I’m Holly (she/her). I am committed to providing a supportive space where you feel safe to explore issues and experiences that can be difficult to talk about.
I have worked with adults and young people experiencing a broad range of issues, such as anxiety, depression and trauma. Some people come to see me having struggled with their mental wellbeing for years, and some people are feeling a bit stuck in life and are unsure how to move forward. Therapy is an amazing tool to gain deeper self-understanding and to make positive life changes.
I provide support for a broad range of issues such as reduced self-esteem, stress, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, divorce/separation, coercive control, grief, parenting, relationships, and healing from childhood relational wounds.
I like to provide therapy that's strength based, that supports the process of discovery and understanding. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and trauma informed. Therapies I draw on are CBT, ACT, EFT (individuals only), Motivational Interviewing and EMDR. I am a member of the EMDRAA.
I provide support for a broad range of issues such as reduced self-esteem, stress, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, divorce/separation, coercive control, grief, parenting, relationships, and healing from childhood relational wounds.
I like to provide therapy that's strength based, that supports the process of discovery and understanding. My therapeutic approach is person-centered and trauma informed. Therapies I draw on are CBT, ACT, EFT (individuals only), Motivational Interviewing and EMDR. I am a member of the EMDRAA.
Marie offers a warm, empathic and collaborative approach to psychotherapy and utilises evidence-based treatments to support individuals to reach their identified goals. She has 7-years experience working with a wide range of presentations in community and private mental health sectors. She is most passionate about supporting people to understand, process and manage their emotions in a healthy way. She works mostly with anxiety, borderline personality disorder, depression, relationship problems, life transitions and stress. She supports teenagers (17-years and above) and adults. Marie also offers online and face-to-face groups.
Marie offers a warm, empathic and collaborative approach to psychotherapy and utilises evidence-based treatments to support individuals to reach their identified goals. She has 7-years experience working with a wide range of presentations in community and private mental health sectors. She is most passionate about supporting people to understand, process and manage their emotions in a healthy way. She works mostly with anxiety, borderline personality disorder, depression, relationship problems, life transitions and stress. She supports teenagers (17-years and above) and adults. Marie also offers online and face-to-face groups.
You might be feeling stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure how to bridge the gap between you and your partner—or even within yourself. My clients often seek support for communication issues, intimacy struggles, life transitions, infidelity, or neurodiverse dynamics. You may be longing for more clarity, connection, or emotional safety. Whether you come individually or as a couple, I help you explore your inner world, understand patterns, and move toward more authentic, compassionate relationships—with others and yourself.
You might be feeling stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure how to bridge the gap between you and your partner—or even within yourself. My clients often seek support for communication issues, intimacy struggles, life transitions, infidelity, or neurodiverse dynamics. You may be longing for more clarity, connection, or emotional safety. Whether you come individually or as a couple, I help you explore your inner world, understand patterns, and move toward more authentic, compassionate relationships—with others and yourself.
Bernadette Brown is a registered Family Therapist/ Couple Therapist/ AAFT Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor. With over 30 years experience working in therapeutic, educational and community services settings, Bernadette is motivated by a deep commitment to making a positive difference to the lives of others. Bernadette practices within a context which embraces acceptance, compassion and inner truth.
Bernadette Brown is a registered Family Therapist/ Couple Therapist/ AAFT Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor. With over 30 years experience working in therapeutic, educational and community services settings, Bernadette is motivated by a deep commitment to making a positive difference to the lives of others. Bernadette practices within a context which embraces acceptance, compassion and inner truth.
Hi! I'm a Holistic Counsellor, Sound Healing Practitioner and Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coach. I work with women and specialise in mind-body holistic wellbeing. My approach blends Psychology, Spirituality and Wellness with a social justice and systems lens. My gentle and relaxed approach assists you to understand the root cause of personal challenges through increasing awareness, compassion, connection and prioritising stress management & self-care.
Hi! I'm a Holistic Counsellor, Sound Healing Practitioner and Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coach. I work with women and specialise in mind-body holistic wellbeing. My approach blends Psychology, Spirituality and Wellness with a social justice and systems lens. My gentle and relaxed approach assists you to understand the root cause of personal challenges through increasing awareness, compassion, connection and prioritising stress management & self-care.
Lara is a registered psychologist, providing non-judgemental and compassionate psychological support to adolescents (16+) and adults, drawing from a client-centred approach. She is passionate about building genuine therapeutic relationships with her clients, and working collaboratively with them to develop goals, build confidence, and grow to achieve mental wellbeing. Lara has experience working with clients of various ages and backgrounds presenting with difficulties and stressors including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, perinatal challenges, chronic pain, and trauma.
Lara is a registered psychologist, providing non-judgemental and compassionate psychological support to adolescents (16+) and adults, drawing from a client-centred approach. She is passionate about building genuine therapeutic relationships with her clients, and working collaboratively with them to develop goals, build confidence, and grow to achieve mental wellbeing. Lara has experience working with clients of various ages and backgrounds presenting with difficulties and stressors including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, perinatal challenges, chronic pain, and trauma.
I am a Clinical and Counselling psychologist experienced in working with a wide variety of clients from various backgrounds, ages and walks of life. I assist clients to identify sources of distress and then work collaboratively with the client to develop tools and strategies that are tailored to the individual or the couple and that facilitate growth and wellbeing.
I am a Clinical and Counselling psychologist experienced in working with a wide variety of clients from various backgrounds, ages and walks of life. I assist clients to identify sources of distress and then work collaboratively with the client to develop tools and strategies that are tailored to the individual or the couple and that facilitate growth and wellbeing.
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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.