Self Esteem Therapists in San Diego, CA
Are you struggling with feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed or anxious? Do you notice that you can be mean to yourself, or catch yourself questioning decisions? I can provide you with the tools to restore peace and heal the relationship with yourself.
Are you struggling with feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed or anxious? Do you notice that you can be mean to yourself, or catch yourself questioning decisions? I can provide you with the tools to restore peace and heal the relationship with yourself.
I don't want to be your therapist. I don't want you in therapy. I want you to learn how to step into your own power, embrace your authenticity, and to cultivate meaningful community. My role is to help you find your voice, identify your needs, recognize what stands in your way, and examine the self-limiting beliefs that may be keeping you stuck.
I don't want to be your therapist. I don't want you in therapy. I want you to learn how to step into your own power, embrace your authenticity, and to cultivate meaningful community. My role is to help you find your voice, identify your needs, recognize what stands in your way, and examine the self-limiting beliefs that may be keeping you stuck.
Do you feel the pull toward a life that is more aligned, meaningful, vibrant and truly yours? My coaching is a personalized blend of psychology, somatic awareness, breathwork, and meditation grounded in evidence-based practice & years of lived experience. We clarify what you truly value, reconnect with your body's wisdom, gently uncover what's getting in your way, and move toward real change.
Do you feel the pull toward a life that is more aligned, meaningful, vibrant and truly yours? My coaching is a personalized blend of psychology, somatic awareness, breathwork, and meditation grounded in evidence-based practice & years of lived experience. We clarify what you truly value, reconnect with your body's wisdom, gently uncover what's getting in your way, and move toward real change.
Most people come to me because talking hasn’t been enough. They’re tired of overthinking, tired of feeling like something’s off, and they want to actually feel different—not just understand things better. I use hypnotherapy and Brainspotting to work with the deeper parts of the mind where real change happens. This isn’t about quick fixes or reliving trauma—it’s about helping your system finally let go of what it’s been holding onto. I keep things honest, direct, and grounded. If that’s what you’re looking for, we’ll probably work well together.
Most people come to me because talking hasn’t been enough. They’re tired of overthinking, tired of feeling like something’s off, and they want to actually feel different—not just understand things better. I use hypnotherapy and Brainspotting to work with the deeper parts of the mind where real change happens. This isn’t about quick fixes or reliving trauma—it’s about helping your system finally let go of what it’s been holding onto. I keep things honest, direct, and grounded. If that’s what you’re looking for, we’ll probably work well together.
Struggling with self-worth, questioning if you'll ever measure up?
I specialize in helping people who struggle with identity and self-worth. Through a compassionate, evidence-based approach, we'll explore the root of your self-doubt, challenge negative beliefs, and build a foundation of self-acceptance. My goal is to help you find confidence, clarity, and live a more fulfilling, peaceful life, free from self-criticism.
Struggling with self-worth, questioning if you'll ever measure up?
I specialize in helping people who struggle with identity and self-worth. Through a compassionate, evidence-based approach, we'll explore the root of your self-doubt, challenge negative beliefs, and build a foundation of self-acceptance. My goal is to help you find confidence, clarity, and live a more fulfilling, peaceful life, free from self-criticism.
Adults and Teens Conditions: Anxiety Depression ADHD Behavioral Issues Life coaching Peer relationships Self-esteem Stress Relationship issues Coping skills Postpartum Parenting.
You will receive an unbiased and professional perspective to gain insight in to your life. I will give compassion, empathy and honesty. Treatment approach: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Mindfulness-Based Person-Centered Trauma Focused
Adults and Teens Conditions: Anxiety Depression ADHD Behavioral Issues Life coaching Peer relationships Self-esteem Stress Relationship issues Coping skills Postpartum Parenting.
You will receive an unbiased and professional perspective to gain insight in to your life. I will give compassion, empathy and honesty. Treatment approach: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Mindfulness-Based Person-Centered Trauma Focused
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem.
Maybe you’re here because something just doesn’t feel right. You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or caught in patterns you understand but can’t seem to change. Or maybe you’re not even sure why you feel the way you do, you just know you don’t want to keep feeling this way. I work with adults who often grew up feeling unseen, not good enough, or like they had to adapt themselves to feel loved or accepted. Together, we can slow things down, understand what’s underneath, and begin creating change that feels meaningful, lasting, and more aligned with who you are, so you can feel more at home in yourself.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem.
Maybe you’re here because something just doesn’t feel right. You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or caught in patterns you understand but can’t seem to change. Or maybe you’re not even sure why you feel the way you do, you just know you don’t want to keep feeling this way. I work with adults who often grew up feeling unseen, not good enough, or like they had to adapt themselves to feel loved or accepted. Together, we can slow things down, understand what’s underneath, and begin creating change that feels meaningful, lasting, and more aligned with who you are, so you can feel more at home in yourself.
Couples: Reconnect & feel intimate again using holistic & energetic techniques.
The Love Therapy Method first reconnects you to yourself: Self-Love, understanding, acceptance & alignment are key. When you love & accept yourself, your energy naturally relaxes leading to easy, flowing, effective communication in all relationships. Non-verbal communication can silently come off as criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, or contempt - John Gottman's precursors to break-ups if not addressed. Self-Love is the solution: using energetic, spiritual, holistic methods including mindfulness, meditation, biofeedback, somatic therapy & tantra.
Couples: Reconnect & feel intimate again using holistic & energetic techniques.
The Love Therapy Method first reconnects you to yourself: Self-Love, understanding, acceptance & alignment are key. When you love & accept yourself, your energy naturally relaxes leading to easy, flowing, effective communication in all relationships. Non-verbal communication can silently come off as criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling, or contempt - John Gottman's precursors to break-ups if not addressed. Self-Love is the solution: using energetic, spiritual, holistic methods including mindfulness, meditation, biofeedback, somatic therapy & tantra.
My ideal client is a person who doesn't want to give up on him/her/themself and the dream of a fulfilling life. I support clients to know the truth: they deserve love and success no matter what wounds they've experienced. I help people uncover the deep wisdom and restorative potential living within them. I do this gently in the present moment by reconnecting clients with healing, embodied emotional experience in safe connection with me. This gets vitality and intuition moving again I support people to take responsibility (but not blame) in any life/work/relationship upset because this is what works!
My ideal client is a person who doesn't want to give up on him/her/themself and the dream of a fulfilling life. I support clients to know the truth: they deserve love and success no matter what wounds they've experienced. I help people uncover the deep wisdom and restorative potential living within them. I do this gently in the present moment by reconnecting clients with healing, embodied emotional experience in safe connection with me. This gets vitality and intuition moving again I support people to take responsibility (but not blame) in any life/work/relationship upset because this is what works!
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor licensed in California with over seven years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, personality disorders, and substance use.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor licensed in California with over seven years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, personality disorders, and substance use.
I am here to help you achieve greater wellbeing and fulfillment in life and sport. It is normal to develop anxiety, depression, and trauma in response to the pressure to perform in our modern world, and some turn to substances and other unhelpful coping behaviors to help. Many youth and adults who are athletes and in the general population do not always have the support needed to thrive. That’s where I come in.
I am here to help you achieve greater wellbeing and fulfillment in life and sport. It is normal to develop anxiety, depression, and trauma in response to the pressure to perform in our modern world, and some turn to substances and other unhelpful coping behaviors to help. Many youth and adults who are athletes and in the general population do not always have the support needed to thrive. That’s where I come in.
Not feeling like yourself lately? Maybe you're anxious, overwhelmed, sad, stuck in perfectionism, or just not sure what’s going on—but you know something’s off. Whether you're navigating a big change, feeling lost, or watching your teen struggle, therapy can help. This is a place for healing and growth, and you don't have to do it alone. I support adults and teens in navigating some of life's toughest moments and finding their way back to feeling like themselves again. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation: real, honest, supportive, and challenging in the best way. I will always have your back.
Not feeling like yourself lately? Maybe you're anxious, overwhelmed, sad, stuck in perfectionism, or just not sure what’s going on—but you know something’s off. Whether you're navigating a big change, feeling lost, or watching your teen struggle, therapy can help. This is a place for healing and growth, and you don't have to do it alone. I support adults and teens in navigating some of life's toughest moments and finding their way back to feeling like themselves again. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation: real, honest, supportive, and challenging in the best way. I will always have your back.
James Staunton, LMFT – Marriage and Family Therapist
(Please note: Although the title includes “Marriage and Family,” MFTs are fully trained to work with individuals as well, and often do)
I specialize in working with adults who are ready to explore unresolved issues from childhood or early adulthood—patterns that may still be shaping your relationships, emotions, or self-perception. You may be feeling stuck or simply want to better understand yourself and your life on a deeper level. I work with dreams from a Jungian standpoint and have 30 years of dreamwork experience.
James Staunton, LMFT – Marriage and Family Therapist
(Please note: Although the title includes “Marriage and Family,” MFTs are fully trained to work with individuals as well, and often do)
I specialize in working with adults who are ready to explore unresolved issues from childhood or early adulthood—patterns that may still be shaping your relationships, emotions, or self-perception. You may be feeling stuck or simply want to better understand yourself and your life on a deeper level. I work with dreams from a Jungian standpoint and have 30 years of dreamwork experience.
I believe that hardships make us stronger and encourage us to look at life differently. Perhaps you are struggling with a painful situation and cannot seem to find the purpose it is serving in your life...Professional therapy can be the bridge that allows you to not only work through life's challenges, but also realize your resiliencies and heal. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor at SD Relational Wellness. Additionally, I am the Director at The New Life Counseling Center in central San Diego. I work with multiple client populations including children, individuals, couples, families and groups.
I believe that hardships make us stronger and encourage us to look at life differently. Perhaps you are struggling with a painful situation and cannot seem to find the purpose it is serving in your life...Professional therapy can be the bridge that allows you to not only work through life's challenges, but also realize your resiliencies and heal. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor at SD Relational Wellness. Additionally, I am the Director at The New Life Counseling Center in central San Diego. I work with multiple client populations including children, individuals, couples, families and groups.
Together, we will challenge limiting ideas of "who you are" and "what you should be" to uncover your preferred ways of being and living. I support people through life transitions, relationship problems, sex and gender issues, and identity development across various intersections like age and culture guided by my training and values as a therapist as well as my own experiences in the identities I hold as a queer, 1st generation Filipino-American. Get ready to be in a shared curiosity of your life while we reimagine all the possibilities on the path forward. The work isn't always easy, but I'll be with you every step of the way!
Together, we will challenge limiting ideas of "who you are" and "what you should be" to uncover your preferred ways of being and living. I support people through life transitions, relationship problems, sex and gender issues, and identity development across various intersections like age and culture guided by my training and values as a therapist as well as my own experiences in the identities I hold as a queer, 1st generation Filipino-American. Get ready to be in a shared curiosity of your life while we reimagine all the possibilities on the path forward. The work isn't always easy, but I'll be with you every step of the way!
My ideal clients are young adults and adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, or feeling stuck.
I provide a supportive, collaborative space where you can explore challenges, build coping skills, and create meaningful change. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, and self-esteem challenges. Together, we'll identify strengths, develop practical tools, and help you move toward a more balanced and fulfill
My ideal clients are young adults and adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, or feeling stuck.
I provide a supportive, collaborative space where you can explore challenges, build coping skills, and create meaningful change. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, and self-esteem challenges. Together, we'll identify strengths, develop practical tools, and help you move toward a more balanced and fulfill
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 15 years of broad experience in the mental health field. I am dedicated and compassionate about helping others grow, develop healthy relationships, and strengthen their emotional well-being. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families to address their personal challenges. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma-related issues, PTSD, relationship issues, parenting, and adjustment to recent life changes.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 15 years of broad experience in the mental health field. I am dedicated and compassionate about helping others grow, develop healthy relationships, and strengthen their emotional well-being. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families to address their personal challenges. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma-related issues, PTSD, relationship issues, parenting, and adjustment to recent life changes.
Have you been going through a major life transition and feel like you’re not quite yourself anymore? Maybe you’re navigating postpartum life, pregnancy, infertility, a pregnancy or infant loss, a breakup, relationship challenges, or a completely different version of yourself than you expected. You may look like you’re holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or lost underneath. If you’re wondering, “Why am I struggling so much when I’m supposed to be okay?” you’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
Have you been going through a major life transition and feel like you’re not quite yourself anymore? Maybe you’re navigating postpartum life, pregnancy, infertility, a pregnancy or infant loss, a breakup, relationship challenges, or a completely different version of yourself than you expected. You may look like you’re holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or lost underneath. If you’re wondering, “Why am I struggling so much when I’m supposed to be okay?” you’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself.
Hi, I’m Charles Yin, I work with Christian men and women who struggle with self-sabotaging patterns. This prevents them from feeling connected to themselves and others and from reaching their full potential. I firmly believe everyone deserves to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. After working with clients for over 16 years, I understand the difficulties of finding your path in life and use my expertise to help Christians overcome these challenges.
Hi, I’m Charles Yin, I work with Christian men and women who struggle with self-sabotaging patterns. This prevents them from feeling connected to themselves and others and from reaching their full potential. I firmly believe everyone deserves to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. After working with clients for over 16 years, I understand the difficulties of finding your path in life and use my expertise to help Christians overcome these challenges.
Hello! My name is Sarah, I am a licensed therapist based in Southern California. I specialize in working with immigrants and children of immigrants to empower them to overcome the unique challenges of balancing East/West cultural norms. You're the expert of your life, I am here to empower you and offer different perspectives.
I earned my Bachelors degree in Health Sciences, and my Masters degree in Marital and Family therapy. My clinical background includes working with people in outpatient settings and higher levels of care, supporting people in creating a life worth living.
Hello! My name is Sarah, I am a licensed therapist based in Southern California. I specialize in working with immigrants and children of immigrants to empower them to overcome the unique challenges of balancing East/West cultural norms. You're the expert of your life, I am here to empower you and offer different perspectives.
I earned my Bachelors degree in Health Sciences, and my Masters degree in Marital and Family therapy. My clinical background includes working with people in outpatient settings and higher levels of care, supporting people in creating a life worth living.
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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.