Self Esteem Therapists in San Francisco, CA
Balancing relationships, work or school, family, and social life presents many moments of happiness and struggles. My goal is to help clients navigate through their life challenges. I am a Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist (MFT no. 49716). I provide individual online therapy in California. I also provide mental health wellness coaching and consultation services in the United States and globally. I look forward to meeting you to support your needs.
Balancing relationships, work or school, family, and social life presents many moments of happiness and struggles. My goal is to help clients navigate through their life challenges. I am a Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist (MFT no. 49716). I provide individual online therapy in California. I also provide mental health wellness coaching and consultation services in the United States and globally. I look forward to meeting you to support your needs.
I am a licensed psychologist and interpersonal leadership coach here to support you in navigating life's challeges and creating meaningful change. For over 20 years I have helped people move toward greater emotional well-being, stronger relationships and personal and professional growth.
I've worked with a wide range of clients including business owners, educators, engineers, executives, medical professionals, students and more. My experience spans organizations like AirBnB, Amazon, Apple, Google, Netflix and Stanford but what matters most to me is meeting each client where they are with care and respect.
I am a licensed psychologist and interpersonal leadership coach here to support you in navigating life's challeges and creating meaningful change. For over 20 years I have helped people move toward greater emotional well-being, stronger relationships and personal and professional growth.
I've worked with a wide range of clients including business owners, educators, engineers, executives, medical professionals, students and more. My experience spans organizations like AirBnB, Amazon, Apple, Google, Netflix and Stanford but what matters most to me is meeting each client where they are with care and respect.
Do you want to create a more respectful and meaningful relationship with yourself? To live closer to your values, examine the cultural factors that create pain in our lives, heal unhelpful patterns, and explore your life from a grounded spiritual perspective? If so, I may be the right therapist for you. I can help you deepen your spiritual understanding of life and expand your creative and intuitive abilities as you grow, and as you change what isn't working anymore. In my practice, I primarily use IFS (Internal Family Systems).
Do you want to create a more respectful and meaningful relationship with yourself? To live closer to your values, examine the cultural factors that create pain in our lives, heal unhelpful patterns, and explore your life from a grounded spiritual perspective? If so, I may be the right therapist for you. I can help you deepen your spiritual understanding of life and expand your creative and intuitive abilities as you grow, and as you change what isn't working anymore. In my practice, I primarily use IFS (Internal Family Systems).
Do you feel overpowered by your emotions? Do you struggle to express your feelings to others? You are not alone. I know from my years of experience working in mental health that we all have the power to make changes in our lives. My therapeutic approach is to help individuals examine how their thought patterns and emotional responses influence their actions and behaviors. Our work together will focus on the present so you can build towards an emotionally healthy future.
Do you feel overpowered by your emotions? Do you struggle to express your feelings to others? You are not alone. I know from my years of experience working in mental health that we all have the power to make changes in our lives. My therapeutic approach is to help individuals examine how their thought patterns and emotional responses influence their actions and behaviors. Our work together will focus on the present so you can build towards an emotionally healthy future.
Life can feel so stressful and challenging, and therapy can really help with that. As an Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist, I help couples uncover negative relational patterns as well as their underlying longings and needs so they can feel much closer and more connected for a lifetime of love. My approach is non-pathologizing, collaborative and effective. I also work with individuals looking to feel better, whether it's anxiety, depression or any kind of relationship issue that's causing distress. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral interventions and psychodynamic approach in my work, as well as a sense of humor.
Life can feel so stressful and challenging, and therapy can really help with that. As an Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist, I help couples uncover negative relational patterns as well as their underlying longings and needs so they can feel much closer and more connected for a lifetime of love. My approach is non-pathologizing, collaborative and effective. I also work with individuals looking to feel better, whether it's anxiety, depression or any kind of relationship issue that's causing distress. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral interventions and psychodynamic approach in my work, as well as a sense of humor.
People come to see me for help with a wide range mental health and relational struggles. I view the difficulties people face not as simply disorders, but as learned behavior that serve important purposes.
People come to see me for help with a wide range mental health and relational struggles. I view the difficulties people face not as simply disorders, but as learned behavior that serve important purposes.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and self-esteem.
Do you often feel misunderstood, unsatisfied in your relationships, or kept awake by racing thoughts? It’s natural to feel overwhelmed when life gets confusing or difficult. My role is to support you and provide a safe space to better understand yourself and discover new ways to move forward. I’m passionate about helping people uncover the emotional and relational patterns that shape their lives, so they can build stronger connections—with themselves and with others.
I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and self-esteem.
Do you often feel misunderstood, unsatisfied in your relationships, or kept awake by racing thoughts? It’s natural to feel overwhelmed when life gets confusing or difficult. My role is to support you and provide a safe space to better understand yourself and discover new ways to move forward. I’m passionate about helping people uncover the emotional and relational patterns that shape their lives, so they can build stronger connections—with themselves and with others.
I specialize in political anxiety/grief, social anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and existential concerns.
I welcome diversity of all kinds. I'm bilingual, multicultural and understand the complexities that arise with many identities. I'm also a musician, and enjoy helping individuals access their unique artistic and creative potential, whether through the arts or by embodying their truest expression of Self in everyday life.
I specialize in political anxiety/grief, social anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and existential concerns.
I welcome diversity of all kinds. I'm bilingual, multicultural and understand the complexities that arise with many identities. I'm also a musician, and enjoy helping individuals access their unique artistic and creative potential, whether through the arts or by embodying their truest expression of Self in everyday life.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy based in California. I have been a practicing clinician for 5 years and I've worked in the Mental Health field for a total of 11 years.
My approach is eclectic; I work primarily from a modern Psychodynamic Therapy approach and implement Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) strategies. I believe that by ‘making the unconscious, conscious’ and better understanding the “why” we can then take actionable steps to create positive change.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy based in California. I have been a practicing clinician for 5 years and I've worked in the Mental Health field for a total of 11 years.
My approach is eclectic; I work primarily from a modern Psychodynamic Therapy approach and implement Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) strategies. I believe that by ‘making the unconscious, conscious’ and better understanding the “why” we can then take actionable steps to create positive change.
Are you a parent of young children who feels the stress, anxiety and depression related to parenting? Do you need support alleviating these conditions, improving communication and parenting skills and connecting more with loved ones? I help moms and dads of young children strengthen their connection with their children, their partner and themselves.
Are you a parent of young children who feels the stress, anxiety and depression related to parenting? Do you need support alleviating these conditions, improving communication and parenting skills and connecting more with loved ones? I help moms and dads of young children strengthen their connection with their children, their partner and themselves.
I hold a doctorate in psychology, and my research focuses on how outer perceptions affect our inner self-worth.
I specialize in psychodynamic, trauma-focused, culturally sensitive, strength-based therapy. What that means for you as my client is that we will work together to create a safe space for you to use the tools and strategies I provide. I facilitate insight and trust into your own unique strength, enabling growth, increased confidence, self-worth, and joy.
I hold a doctorate in psychology, and my research focuses on how outer perceptions affect our inner self-worth.
I specialize in psychodynamic, trauma-focused, culturally sensitive, strength-based therapy. What that means for you as my client is that we will work together to create a safe space for you to use the tools and strategies I provide. I facilitate insight and trust into your own unique strength, enabling growth, increased confidence, self-worth, and joy.
I am passionate about supporting clients in lessening anxiety, improving self-esteem, establishing boundaries, deepening communication in relationships, and identifying purpose and values to live a more authentic life.
I specialize in working with adults and couples struggling with a constellation of the following: burnout, perfectionism, people pleasing, conflict avoidance, chronic stress/anxiety, unprocessed grief, and a sense of not fully living. Together we will tailor an approach that fits your unique needs.
I am passionate about supporting clients in lessening anxiety, improving self-esteem, establishing boundaries, deepening communication in relationships, and identifying purpose and values to live a more authentic life.
I specialize in working with adults and couples struggling with a constellation of the following: burnout, perfectionism, people pleasing, conflict avoidance, chronic stress/anxiety, unprocessed grief, and a sense of not fully living. Together we will tailor an approach that fits your unique needs.
My work helps you move past shame, low self-esteem, and self-judgment to cultivate self-compassion, learn how to set boundaries, recognize your own wants and needs, and discover the gifts within your sensitivity.
You deserve a therapist who knows what it means to be highly sensitive. As your therapist, it’s my job to help you feel seen, heard, and understood. I can help you dismantle old beliefs that hold you back, build skills so you can better navigate your sensitivities, and rewrite a narrative that embraces your innate gifts and helps you shine to your fullest.
My work helps you move past shame, low self-esteem, and self-judgment to cultivate self-compassion, learn how to set boundaries, recognize your own wants and needs, and discover the gifts within your sensitivity.
You deserve a therapist who knows what it means to be highly sensitive. As your therapist, it’s my job to help you feel seen, heard, and understood. I can help you dismantle old beliefs that hold you back, build skills so you can better navigate your sensitivities, and rewrite a narrative that embraces your innate gifts and helps you shine to your fullest.
There are often understandable reasons why feelings of depression, anxiety, and low self-worth develop.
Often, much of the suffering a person experiences comes from difficulties in relationships; with others and with oneself. With compassion and understanding, I can help you explore what gets in the way of having satisfying relationships. As part of that process, we can look at ways to communicate more effectively. I have special interest and experience in working with people from different cultural backgrounds, of mixed cultural backgrounds, or in cross-cultural relationships. I have worked with many clients who are adult children of alcoholics, and understand the challenges of such an upbringing. I work with individual adults and couples.
There are often understandable reasons why feelings of depression, anxiety, and low self-worth develop.
Often, much of the suffering a person experiences comes from difficulties in relationships; with others and with oneself. With compassion and understanding, I can help you explore what gets in the way of having satisfying relationships. As part of that process, we can look at ways to communicate more effectively. I have special interest and experience in working with people from different cultural backgrounds, of mixed cultural backgrounds, or in cross-cultural relationships. I have worked with many clients who are adult children of alcoholics, and understand the challenges of such an upbringing. I work with individual adults and couples.
Are you a woman feeling overwhelmed, sad, anxious…possibly even derailed? Like something just isn’t right? Perhaps these issues are arising now to be healed. Please see my website at www.myanamcara.com These feelings may mean that you are ready to discover a path to greater alignment with your purpose, your gifts, your desires! You may need caring help for your journey. Together we will gently relax and listen to your deeper truth. I welcome you with great understanding, calm curiosity, and heart-to-heart connection, as we illuminate your path of growth and healing.
Are you a woman feeling overwhelmed, sad, anxious…possibly even derailed? Like something just isn’t right? Perhaps these issues are arising now to be healed. Please see my website at www.myanamcara.com These feelings may mean that you are ready to discover a path to greater alignment with your purpose, your gifts, your desires! You may need caring help for your journey. Together we will gently relax and listen to your deeper truth. I welcome you with great understanding, calm curiosity, and heart-to-heart connection, as we illuminate your path of growth and healing.
Therapy is a unique opportunity to learn more about ourselves and discover how we can step forward in life, relationships and work with more passion and purpose. I work with you to cultivate the insight, strength and agency that help you to work through challenges, move through difficult transitions and find more purpose and fulfillment in your life. My style is warm, direct and highly attuned to the interrelation between the mind, emotions and body.
Therapy is a unique opportunity to learn more about ourselves and discover how we can step forward in life, relationships and work with more passion and purpose. I work with you to cultivate the insight, strength and agency that help you to work through challenges, move through difficult transitions and find more purpose and fulfillment in your life. My style is warm, direct and highly attuned to the interrelation between the mind, emotions and body.
Life is tough and seeking help at any point helps you become the hero of your story. I've worked with clients dealing with everyday stress, milestones, traumas, and losses. One of the most amazing things I witness are people who want to bring positive changes into their lives and are willing to set aside time to work on themselves and their growth and often find they can improve their lives in ways that surpass expectations.
Life is tough and seeking help at any point helps you become the hero of your story. I've worked with clients dealing with everyday stress, milestones, traumas, and losses. One of the most amazing things I witness are people who want to bring positive changes into their lives and are willing to set aside time to work on themselves and their growth and often find they can improve their lives in ways that surpass expectations.
You might be navigating difficult life transitions and feeling overwhelmed by it. As a therapist deeply committed to your well-being, I understand that seeking help can be daunting. In my practice, you’ll find a heartfelt space where we can explore life's challenges together, from coping with depression and anxiety to healing from trauma or working towards self-acceptance. My passion for therapy stems from my personal and professional experiences and the belief that everyone deserves a chance to heal and grow. By cultivating a compassionate mindset, we can embark on a journey towards not just recovery, but profound self-discovery.
You might be navigating difficult life transitions and feeling overwhelmed by it. As a therapist deeply committed to your well-being, I understand that seeking help can be daunting. In my practice, you’ll find a heartfelt space where we can explore life's challenges together, from coping with depression and anxiety to healing from trauma or working towards self-acceptance. My passion for therapy stems from my personal and professional experiences and the belief that everyone deserves a chance to heal and grow. By cultivating a compassionate mindset, we can embark on a journey towards not just recovery, but profound self-discovery.
Together we'll uncover how early experiences shaped your self-worth and relationships, and begin to shift them.
People come to me seeking someone who understands complex trauma (CPTSD) and family dysfunction on a deeper level, because therapy should feel safe and validating. We’ll explore how past experiences still affect you- without reliving them. Together we’ll move at your pace to help you heal, connect, and feel safe in your relationships and in your body.
Together we'll uncover how early experiences shaped your self-worth and relationships, and begin to shift them.
People come to me seeking someone who understands complex trauma (CPTSD) and family dysfunction on a deeper level, because therapy should feel safe and validating. We’ll explore how past experiences still affect you- without reliving them. Together we’ll move at your pace to help you heal, connect, and feel safe in your relationships and in your body.
I Specialize in: Helping you GROW- Self Esteem, Assertiveness Skills, Empowerment, a Stronger Sense of Self, Connection with your Body, clarity around Career/Life path, Dating/Relationships, Emotional Intelligence, and overall Well-being Helping you REDUCE: Stress, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, Negative Thoughts, Maladaptive Patterns, Self Harming and Suicidal Behavior.
It is my hope for you that you are thriving in your life--free of anxiety, depression, and other ailments, leaving you open to fully enjoy your life. If this isn't the case and you happen to be feeling stuck, worn-down, stressed, anxious, or depressed, if you're in a challenging transition, struggling with a relationship, or wanting to embody your life more fully--Welcome! I am dedicated to helping guide and support you in achieving your goals. I work using a collaborative, body-centered, approach and will empathically support you on your journey toward greater well-being.
I Specialize in: Helping you GROW- Self Esteem, Assertiveness Skills, Empowerment, a Stronger Sense of Self, Connection with your Body, clarity around Career/Life path, Dating/Relationships, Emotional Intelligence, and overall Well-being Helping you REDUCE: Stress, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, Negative Thoughts, Maladaptive Patterns, Self Harming and Suicidal Behavior.
It is my hope for you that you are thriving in your life--free of anxiety, depression, and other ailments, leaving you open to fully enjoy your life. If this isn't the case and you happen to be feeling stuck, worn-down, stressed, anxious, or depressed, if you're in a challenging transition, struggling with a relationship, or wanting to embody your life more fully--Welcome! I am dedicated to helping guide and support you in achieving your goals. I work using a collaborative, body-centered, approach and will empathically support you on your journey toward greater well-being.
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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.