Self Esteem Therapists in Oakland, CA
I believe three core things about therapy: 1. People are inherently healthy. 2. Therapy is not just about symptoms. 3. If the therapy is working, you'll know it. Traditionally, psychotherapy has been associated with illness while wellness and depth have been left to the self-help movement. The theory I practice sees everyone as sound at the core. As a result, there is no ceiling on "getting better." Someone with symptoms wants to feel more like him or herself, which I aim to make happen as quickly as possible. At the same time, I help people to achieve clear interpersonal, professional, and creative change.
I believe three core things about therapy: 1. People are inherently healthy. 2. Therapy is not just about symptoms. 3. If the therapy is working, you'll know it. Traditionally, psychotherapy has been associated with illness while wellness and depth have been left to the self-help movement. The theory I practice sees everyone as sound at the core. As a result, there is no ceiling on "getting better." Someone with symptoms wants to feel more like him or herself, which I aim to make happen as quickly as possible. At the same time, I help people to achieve clear interpersonal, professional, and creative change.
I work with individuals (youth and adults), couples, and families on a wide array of issues including: Identity exploration; Anxiety and stress management; Relationship dynamics (including romantic, familial, and professional); Self-esteem and personal growth; Parenting decisions and child-rearing; and Navigating life transitions.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult emotions and work toward greater fulfillment. I offer therapy from a trauma-informed, relational approach. My approach is informed by a commitment to social justice, anti-racism, and LGBTQ+ advocacy.
I work with individuals (youth and adults), couples, and families on a wide array of issues including: Identity exploration; Anxiety and stress management; Relationship dynamics (including romantic, familial, and professional); Self-esteem and personal growth; Parenting decisions and child-rearing; and Navigating life transitions.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult emotions and work toward greater fulfillment. I offer therapy from a trauma-informed, relational approach. My approach is informed by a commitment to social justice, anti-racism, and LGBTQ+ advocacy.
I work with adult and teen clients in the Bay Area who may be struggling in their relationships with themselves and with others, who may describe these concerns as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem or codependency.
Hello! I am a Jungian psychotherapist, primarily based in the East Bay. I work with children, teens and adults. Most of my clients are people who have experienced being othered or marginalized, either by society or by family and friends. Many of my clients are queer, and/or neurodivergent, and/or have experienced trauma through abuse and loss. All of my clients are seeking to cultivate healthy relationships with themselves and others. Our work together aims to heal the wounds that get in the way of that happening.
I work with adult and teen clients in the Bay Area who may be struggling in their relationships with themselves and with others, who may describe these concerns as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, low self-esteem or codependency.
Hello! I am a Jungian psychotherapist, primarily based in the East Bay. I work with children, teens and adults. Most of my clients are people who have experienced being othered or marginalized, either by society or by family and friends. Many of my clients are queer, and/or neurodivergent, and/or have experienced trauma through abuse and loss. All of my clients are seeking to cultivate healthy relationships with themselves and others. Our work together aims to heal the wounds that get in the way of that happening.
Hello, I’m Amber Boyd, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed, navigating life transitions, or seeking a space to be honest about what they’re experiencing. Many of my clients want greater self-awareness, healthier coping tools, and support in moving through challenges with more confidence and clarity. My goal is to provide a collaborative, affirming space where clients feel supported as they create lives that feel more grounded, authentic, and aligned.
Hello, I’m Amber Boyd, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals who may be feeling overwhelmed, navigating life transitions, or seeking a space to be honest about what they’re experiencing. Many of my clients want greater self-awareness, healthier coping tools, and support in moving through challenges with more confidence and clarity. My goal is to provide a collaborative, affirming space where clients feel supported as they create lives that feel more grounded, authentic, and aligned.
I often work with those who identify as sensitive or who struggle with self-esteem, communication and relationships.
Maybe you struggle with negative thoughts, difficult emotions, anxiety or navigating interpersonal relationships. Maybe you're a parent whose child struggles with anxiety, intense emotions or behavioral challenges and you want to seek help for them (and you). If so, I may be able to help. I work with individual adults, as well as with children (and their parents) who are struggling with these challenges. I can help you identify and explore patterns, process difficult emotions, learn new skills, improve communication, cultivate increased emotional regulation and build healthier relationships with yourself and others.
I often work with those who identify as sensitive or who struggle with self-esteem, communication and relationships.
Maybe you struggle with negative thoughts, difficult emotions, anxiety or navigating interpersonal relationships. Maybe you're a parent whose child struggles with anxiety, intense emotions or behavioral challenges and you want to seek help for them (and you). If so, I may be able to help. I work with individual adults, as well as with children (and their parents) who are struggling with these challenges. I can help you identify and explore patterns, process difficult emotions, learn new skills, improve communication, cultivate increased emotional regulation and build healthier relationships with yourself and others.
During challenging times, people often feel defeated and focus on what is wrong. I want to shift the focus from what is "not working" to identifying what is "working." We will work to uncover patterns (behavioral, thought beliefs, relationship), that will lead you to making better decisions. I want to offer a safe place to process thoughts and feelings around issues that can be challenging. I am interested in helping people who experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss and challenges with relationships (social or romantic). Many conversations are around “adulting” and how to manage life, career, relationships, etc.
During challenging times, people often feel defeated and focus on what is wrong. I want to shift the focus from what is "not working" to identifying what is "working." We will work to uncover patterns (behavioral, thought beliefs, relationship), that will lead you to making better decisions. I want to offer a safe place to process thoughts and feelings around issues that can be challenging. I am interested in helping people who experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss and challenges with relationships (social or romantic). Many conversations are around “adulting” and how to manage life, career, relationships, etc.
I have great compassion for the human struggle. You don’t have go it alone; it’s far easier with another person who cares & who is trained to help. I’m passionate about the study & practice of psychology. I studied psychology formally at Stanford (BA) and UC Berkeley (MA & PhD) & via ongoing postdoctoral education. I’ve been a Psychologist in private practice for over 30 years. My way of working is interactive & problem solving. I'm open, empathic, and authentic. I’m good at helping people who are going through relationship difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, grief, self-criticism, and emotional trauma, abuse, & neglect.
I have great compassion for the human struggle. You don’t have go it alone; it’s far easier with another person who cares & who is trained to help. I’m passionate about the study & practice of psychology. I studied psychology formally at Stanford (BA) and UC Berkeley (MA & PhD) & via ongoing postdoctoral education. I’ve been a Psychologist in private practice for over 30 years. My way of working is interactive & problem solving. I'm open, empathic, and authentic. I’m good at helping people who are going through relationship difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, grief, self-criticism, and emotional trauma, abuse, & neglect.
Currently offering Virtual Sessions only. I keep things very friendly & casual by using relatable language, questioning ideas about being 'broken' or needing 'fixing' & avoid certain buzz words that can alienate others. By including humor & other non-traditional approaches in my work, I am a good fit for those looking for someone who is not very 'therapist' like but still has all the experience, therapeutic skills & insight to help create positive change. I am often able to connect with children & adults that have previously not enjoyed or benefited from counseling. I do not see couples or really young children due to telehealth.
Currently offering Virtual Sessions only. I keep things very friendly & casual by using relatable language, questioning ideas about being 'broken' or needing 'fixing' & avoid certain buzz words that can alienate others. By including humor & other non-traditional approaches in my work, I am a good fit for those looking for someone who is not very 'therapist' like but still has all the experience, therapeutic skills & insight to help create positive change. I am often able to connect with children & adults that have previously not enjoyed or benefited from counseling. I do not see couples or really young children due to telehealth.
My work ranges from people who have experienced serious trauma, and suffer from depression and anxiety to those who just want to feel better in their lives and their relationships. I love working with couples. I know from my own experience of being married since 1990 that relationships need nurturing and intention. I love helping couples find intimacy that may have been lost. I really see my work as helping individuals and couples live their best life!
My work ranges from people who have experienced serious trauma, and suffer from depression and anxiety to those who just want to feel better in their lives and their relationships. I love working with couples. I know from my own experience of being married since 1990 that relationships need nurturing and intention. I love helping couples find intimacy that may have been lost. I really see my work as helping individuals and couples live their best life!
SKILLS: PTSD and trauma work; Couples' Therapy; Shame and self-esteem; Anxiety and depression; Attachment issues; Life purpose / transition.
I am a somatic therapist who focuses on relational, attachment and childhood trauma issues. I work with individuals and couples to address relationship ambivalence, anxiety, major life transition, depression, stuckness, poor communication and conflict, among other issues. I help with building awareness of one's thoughts, feelings and physical sensations to develop greater insight and uncover new choices.
SKILLS: PTSD and trauma work; Couples' Therapy; Shame and self-esteem; Anxiety and depression; Attachment issues; Life purpose / transition.
I am a somatic therapist who focuses on relational, attachment and childhood trauma issues. I work with individuals and couples to address relationship ambivalence, anxiety, major life transition, depression, stuckness, poor communication and conflict, among other issues. I help with building awareness of one's thoughts, feelings and physical sensations to develop greater insight and uncover new choices.
I specialize in anxiety, self esteem challenges, and trauma, helping adults understand how past experiences shape present patterns.
You might find yourself overthinking, caught in worry or rumination, or people-pleasing while putting your own needs aside. You may feel anxious in relationships or wonder how your past continues to shape your present. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In our work together, we’ll gently explore the roots of these patterns while building practical tools to help you respond in ways that feel more grounded, intentional, and aligned with what matters to you. I take a two-part approach, blending deeper, insight-oriented work with tools you can use in daily life to help you feel more like yourself.
I specialize in anxiety, self esteem challenges, and trauma, helping adults understand how past experiences shape present patterns.
You might find yourself overthinking, caught in worry or rumination, or people-pleasing while putting your own needs aside. You may feel anxious in relationships or wonder how your past continues to shape your present. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In our work together, we’ll gently explore the roots of these patterns while building practical tools to help you respond in ways that feel more grounded, intentional, and aligned with what matters to you. I take a two-part approach, blending deeper, insight-oriented work with tools you can use in daily life to help you feel more like yourself.
Are you struggling to feel seen by your friends, community, and family? Do you feel stuck in a spiral that makes you feel further from your sense of self? Have you discovered or questioned something about yourself that you need support in exploring? Should life transitions or demands be this difficult and lonely? Does living in your skin feel foreign or shameful?
You've tried therapy, you've tried your bestie, you've tried goat yoga, and it still feels like no one gets it.
Here, the room is yours. Take up as much space as you need. When's the last time you honored what you needed? Let's explore and honor your story together.
Are you struggling to feel seen by your friends, community, and family? Do you feel stuck in a spiral that makes you feel further from your sense of self? Have you discovered or questioned something about yourself that you need support in exploring? Should life transitions or demands be this difficult and lonely? Does living in your skin feel foreign or shameful?
You've tried therapy, you've tried your bestie, you've tried goat yoga, and it still feels like no one gets it.
Here, the room is yours. Take up as much space as you need. When's the last time you honored what you needed? Let's explore and honor your story together.
I’m a somatic and trauma-oriented psychotherapist trained in EMDR. I work with adults and couples, supporting clients with relational neglect trauma, anxiety, grief, self-development, personal growth, and East–West cultural integration, including coping with the loss of a loved one to suicide.
I help couples understand their own and other’s emotional needs, build healthier communication, and create more caring relationships. I also help people reconnect with their roots through exploring their own culture, so they can become more grounded in their self identity and move toward a deeper integration of Eastern and Western cultures.
I’m a somatic and trauma-oriented psychotherapist trained in EMDR. I work with adults and couples, supporting clients with relational neglect trauma, anxiety, grief, self-development, personal growth, and East–West cultural integration, including coping with the loss of a loved one to suicide.
I help couples understand their own and other’s emotional needs, build healthier communication, and create more caring relationships. I also help people reconnect with their roots through exploring their own culture, so they can become more grounded in their self identity and move toward a deeper integration of Eastern and Western cultures.
I love discovering the emerging potential of my clients, and supporting their unique personal development and evolution. I'm experienced working with highly sensitive individuals, and those who self-identify as having a history of trauma. Adults who are self-motivated, and those who have or desire a mind-body-spirit practice, are a good fit for the support I provide. I adapt to the needs of children and adults alike. I believe therapy can be a powerful tool to unlock our greater creativity and feelings of interconnectivity and trust, so that my clients can thrive in the web of life.
I love discovering the emerging potential of my clients, and supporting their unique personal development and evolution. I'm experienced working with highly sensitive individuals, and those who self-identify as having a history of trauma. Adults who are self-motivated, and those who have or desire a mind-body-spirit practice, are a good fit for the support I provide. I adapt to the needs of children and adults alike. I believe therapy can be a powerful tool to unlock our greater creativity and feelings of interconnectivity and trust, so that my clients can thrive in the web of life.
Starting therapy can be daunting. Perhaps you are in crisis and feeling overwhelmed. Or you have long meant to get help with an issue, but it feels hard to know where to start. I am skilled at helping people find the part of themselves that most urgently needs to be attended to.
Starting therapy can be daunting. Perhaps you are in crisis and feeling overwhelmed. Or you have long meant to get help with an issue, but it feels hard to know where to start. I am skilled at helping people find the part of themselves that most urgently needs to be attended to.
Services: I provide individual psychotherapy for adults, using an approach involving mindfulness based practices and an existential-humanistic mindset. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked across the full spectrum of psychotherapy settings, including private practice, mental health clinics, inpatient settings, and day treatment programs. I have also held numerous clinical leadership roles, such as the director of a county outpatient mental health center, and the director of an inpatient psychiatric unit.
Services: I provide individual psychotherapy for adults, using an approach involving mindfulness based practices and an existential-humanistic mindset. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked across the full spectrum of psychotherapy settings, including private practice, mental health clinics, inpatient settings, and day treatment programs. I have also held numerous clinical leadership roles, such as the director of a county outpatient mental health center, and the director of an inpatient psychiatric unit.
Taking the step to start therapy — or to start again — takes real courage. Something in you is ready to stop just managing and start actually understanding what's underneath. I work with people navigating depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family issues, career transitions, trauma, and the cumulative weight of discrimination and systemic oppression.
Taking the step to start therapy — or to start again — takes real courage. Something in you is ready to stop just managing and start actually understanding what's underneath. I work with people navigating depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family issues, career transitions, trauma, and the cumulative weight of discrimination and systemic oppression.
Therapy provides a special opportunity to slow down and focus on what's most important to you, with skillful guidance and support. I create a nonjudgmental environment for you to explore the difficulties, heartaches, old wounds, stuck places, or joys and celebrations of your life. This process involves listening to the wisdom of your body and emotions as well as your mind. Collaborating with you, I will support you to develop a more intimate relationship with yourself and your many facets, to expand your capacity to satisfyingly connect with others, and to illuminate and transform what blocks you from living your best life.
Therapy provides a special opportunity to slow down and focus on what's most important to you, with skillful guidance and support. I create a nonjudgmental environment for you to explore the difficulties, heartaches, old wounds, stuck places, or joys and celebrations of your life. This process involves listening to the wisdom of your body and emotions as well as your mind. Collaborating with you, I will support you to develop a more intimate relationship with yourself and your many facets, to expand your capacity to satisfyingly connect with others, and to illuminate and transform what blocks you from living your best life.
Starting therapy is a brave step toward healing. You’ve chosen to invest in yourself, face challenges, and grow. This space is yours to explore, reflect, and transform. Ya empezo algo podersoso, este lugar es de usted para transformar.
Starting therapy is a brave step toward healing. You’ve chosen to invest in yourself, face challenges, and grow. This space is yours to explore, reflect, and transform. Ya empezo algo podersoso, este lugar es de usted para transformar.
I am passionate about working with those who struggle with relationships and boundary setting, and clients who struggle with balancing differing sets of expectations due to cultural, physical, or mental factors. I also work with couples from differing backgrounds to deepen mutual understanding and couples struggling through a difficult phase in their relationship looking to increase communication and understanding. I work well with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, immigrant and first and second generation individuals and families, mixed race or multicultural individuals, and those who are struggling with chronic illness.
I am passionate about working with those who struggle with relationships and boundary setting, and clients who struggle with balancing differing sets of expectations due to cultural, physical, or mental factors. I also work with couples from differing backgrounds to deepen mutual understanding and couples struggling through a difficult phase in their relationship looking to increase communication and understanding. I work well with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, immigrant and first and second generation individuals and families, mixed race or multicultural individuals, and those who are struggling with chronic illness.
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