Self Esteem Therapists in San Jose, CA
Bevin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She currently works with individuals and couples who are interested in emotional healing, personal growth and improving relationships. Through a therapeutic alliance, Bevin collaborates with clients to formulate a uniquely tailored treatment plan. She applies a humanistic, client-centered approach and practices genuine compassion and empathy.
Bevin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She currently works with individuals and couples who are interested in emotional healing, personal growth and improving relationships. Through a therapeutic alliance, Bevin collaborates with clients to formulate a uniquely tailored treatment plan. She applies a humanistic, client-centered approach and practices genuine compassion and empathy.
I have experience working with individuals facing struggles with: depression, anxiety, family and interpersonal conflict, grief, life transitions, self-esteem issues.
In my practice, I provide individual therapy and I enjoy working with adults 18 years and over, including older adults. My current work leans on the theoretical frameworks of: cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, client-centered, mindfulness-based, and solution focused therapies.
I have experience working with individuals facing struggles with: depression, anxiety, family and interpersonal conflict, grief, life transitions, self-esteem issues.
In my practice, I provide individual therapy and I enjoy working with adults 18 years and over, including older adults. My current work leans on the theoretical frameworks of: cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, client-centered, mindfulness-based, and solution focused therapies.
If you're a high-achieving perfectionist, familiar with the endless pursuit of success while grappling with internal feelings of inadequacy and self-esteem challenges, you're not alone.
I combine CBT techniques to address and tackle limiting thought and belief patterns that hinder your self-worth, with insights from the Family Systems modality and inner child work. Together, we explore the roots of these patterns and unpack past wounds. I'm here to support you as you navigate the past, present, and aim for a brighter future.
If you're a high-achieving perfectionist, familiar with the endless pursuit of success while grappling with internal feelings of inadequacy and self-esteem challenges, you're not alone.
I combine CBT techniques to address and tackle limiting thought and belief patterns that hinder your self-worth, with insights from the Family Systems modality and inner child work. Together, we explore the roots of these patterns and unpack past wounds. I'm here to support you as you navigate the past, present, and aim for a brighter future.
I am an art therapist utilizing strengths-based therapies to build self esteem and promotes overall wellbeing.
Are you a person of color, LGBTQIA+, and/or neurodivergent that is struggling with self-identity and confidence? Do you want to find the joys and strengths in your life to build upon your ideal self? As an art therapist, I will help you explore your inner unconscious to bring out your most aligned self in artistic and creative ways. Sometimes it's hard to speak about things we struggle with, so let's use our interests to build confidence, reflect on life, build insight in yourself, and grow as the unique person you are. Extra points if you love anime, manga, and other "geeky" interests!
I am an art therapist utilizing strengths-based therapies to build self esteem and promotes overall wellbeing.
Are you a person of color, LGBTQIA+, and/or neurodivergent that is struggling with self-identity and confidence? Do you want to find the joys and strengths in your life to build upon your ideal self? As an art therapist, I will help you explore your inner unconscious to bring out your most aligned self in artistic and creative ways. Sometimes it's hard to speak about things we struggle with, so let's use our interests to build confidence, reflect on life, build insight in yourself, and grow as the unique person you are. Extra points if you love anime, manga, and other "geeky" interests!
Nicole Egan, EMDR and Trauma Therapist in San
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
6 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95126
Trauma can leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, and unsure if you can trust yourself—but healing is possible.
Sometimes anxiety crashes in waves, sometimes you feel numb, like life is happening around you but not inside you. There’s a voice inside that questions your worth, that whispers the pain is your fault. Memories of difficult experiences linger, making safety and presence feel impossible. It’s like you’re watching life through a foggy window, unsure how to fully step into yourself again. You’re here because you want to reclaim your sense of safety, trust yourself, and live fully as the confident woman you are meant to be.
Trauma can leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, and unsure if you can trust yourself—but healing is possible.
Sometimes anxiety crashes in waves, sometimes you feel numb, like life is happening around you but not inside you. There’s a voice inside that questions your worth, that whispers the pain is your fault. Memories of difficult experiences linger, making safety and presence feel impossible. It’s like you’re watching life through a foggy window, unsure how to fully step into yourself again. You’re here because you want to reclaim your sense of safety, trust yourself, and live fully as the confident woman you are meant to be.
Carly Compton is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in treating eating disorders, body image/ self-esteem concerns, and understanding the connections between physical and mental health.
She incorporates compassion-focused tools within her care, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), flash technique for trauma, and nervous system regulation techniques for mind-body healing.
Carly Compton is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in treating eating disorders, body image/ self-esteem concerns, and understanding the connections between physical and mental health.
She incorporates compassion-focused tools within her care, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), flash technique for trauma, and nervous system regulation techniques for mind-body healing.
You've spent so much of your life being the caretaker, the cycle breaker, the strong one. You're the person others rely on, the one who holds everything together, and the one who keeps going even when you're exhausted.
Maybe you've achieved a lot on the outside, but inside you're carrying the weight of trauma, family or cultural expectations, people-pleasing, perfectionism, masking, or the feeling that your worth is measured by what you do rather than who you are. You may find yourself caring for everyone else while struggling to make space for your own needs, feelings, and desires.
You've spent so much of your life being the caretaker, the cycle breaker, the strong one. You're the person others rely on, the one who holds everything together, and the one who keeps going even when you're exhausted.
Maybe you've achieved a lot on the outside, but inside you're carrying the weight of trauma, family or cultural expectations, people-pleasing, perfectionism, masking, or the feeling that your worth is measured by what you do rather than who you are. You may find yourself caring for everyone else while struggling to make space for your own needs, feelings, and desires.
Sometimes everything looks great in our lives, but something feels "wrong" and we don't know why. Other times, life might take unexpected turns and we hit "rough patches" with co-workers, friends, family, partners - maybe even finding difficulties within ourselves. While we've held everything together pretty well, maybe we're thinking we could use some help. Knowing we could use help and asking for help are signs of amazing insight and strength. Therapists may be able to offer the help you're looking for - in an accepting, compassionate space that allows an opportunity to explore what's going on and realize your best hopes.
Sometimes everything looks great in our lives, but something feels "wrong" and we don't know why. Other times, life might take unexpected turns and we hit "rough patches" with co-workers, friends, family, partners - maybe even finding difficulties within ourselves. While we've held everything together pretty well, maybe we're thinking we could use some help. Knowing we could use help and asking for help are signs of amazing insight and strength. Therapists may be able to offer the help you're looking for - in an accepting, compassionate space that allows an opportunity to explore what's going on and realize your best hopes.
I see you as a whole person—your physical, emotional, mental, cultural, and spiritual self are all part of the journey. Together, we’ll focus on what’s present right now, while also honoring the influence of past experiences on your current life.
In my practice, I bring an understanding of the systemic forces that contribute to power imbalances, prejudice, and oppression. I'm dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complex ways these factors impact their self-perception and interactions with the world. I have a special interest in holding space for folks who are exploring their relationship to their identities.
I see you as a whole person—your physical, emotional, mental, cultural, and spiritual self are all part of the journey. Together, we’ll focus on what’s present right now, while also honoring the influence of past experiences on your current life.
In my practice, I bring an understanding of the systemic forces that contribute to power imbalances, prejudice, and oppression. I'm dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complex ways these factors impact their self-perception and interactions with the world. I have a special interest in holding space for folks who are exploring their relationship to their identities.
I am specialized in helping people with depression, bipolar disorder, worries, eating disorders, and interpersonal/relationship and self-esteem/confidence issues.
Imaging how you would feel and act when you have a better and more stable mood, greater relationships, more self-acceptance and esteem, more freedom (from regrets, past, etc), and a healthier mind ... You just took the first step to change! I will help you gain the skills and knowledge in taking the next steps, making progresses, and achieving your goals - in a respectful, direct, no-nonsense, non-judgmental, sincere, and supportive way. This process may be challenging (as it should be), but I've helped created and witnessed numerous victorious smiles -- and, you will create yours.
I am specialized in helping people with depression, bipolar disorder, worries, eating disorders, and interpersonal/relationship and self-esteem/confidence issues.
Imaging how you would feel and act when you have a better and more stable mood, greater relationships, more self-acceptance and esteem, more freedom (from regrets, past, etc), and a healthier mind ... You just took the first step to change! I will help you gain the skills and knowledge in taking the next steps, making progresses, and achieving your goals - in a respectful, direct, no-nonsense, non-judgmental, sincere, and supportive way. This process may be challenging (as it should be), but I've helped created and witnessed numerous victorious smiles -- and, you will create yours.
Maybe the world has lost its color or you have lost your path. Perhaps the past still permeates your present in ways that feel impossible to shake. If you are tired of the constant friction of trying to prove your worth to yourself or please everyone around you, I am here to offer a different way forward.
Maybe the world has lost its color or you have lost your path. Perhaps the past still permeates your present in ways that feel impossible to shake. If you are tired of the constant friction of trying to prove your worth to yourself or please everyone around you, I am here to offer a different way forward.
I am Alexandera Espinosa, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 10 years of experience working in the Bay Area. I specialize in supporting families and individuals who are coping with life transitions, anxiety, depression, and grief. I am dedicated to helping my clients navigate their personal difficulties and discover their own inner strength.
I am Alexandera Espinosa, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 10 years of experience working in the Bay Area. I specialize in supporting families and individuals who are coping with life transitions, anxiety, depression, and grief. I am dedicated to helping my clients navigate their personal difficulties and discover their own inner strength.
My primary techniques center on thoughts, emotions, and self esteem.
I work with ages 8 and up. I have expertise in working with minors, parents, couples, adults, and athletes. I have extensive training in working with individuals with ADHD and attachment/relationship difficulties. My primary modalities are RTT, EFT and ACT. I am also a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist. I work a lot on the Cognitive (mind/thoughts/images/beliefs) using talk therapy as well as Cognitive-based guided meditation. Changing your current beliefs starts with an understanding of what they are and where they came from. I also offer micro intensive sessions of 2-4 hours for faster results.
My primary techniques center on thoughts, emotions, and self esteem.
I work with ages 8 and up. I have expertise in working with minors, parents, couples, adults, and athletes. I have extensive training in working with individuals with ADHD and attachment/relationship difficulties. My primary modalities are RTT, EFT and ACT. I am also a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist. I work a lot on the Cognitive (mind/thoughts/images/beliefs) using talk therapy as well as Cognitive-based guided meditation. Changing your current beliefs starts with an understanding of what they are and where they came from. I also offer micro intensive sessions of 2-4 hours for faster results.
Roberta Cheng
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
4 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95118
Waitlist for new clients
My work focuses on supporting Asian Americans dealing with anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship conflict.
We all want to be happy, belong, and feel loved. Yet at some point in our lives we struggle, get bogged down, and feel stuck. Getting support can help you understand what is going on, and help you discover new ways of thinking about yourself and your relationships. My goal is to help bridge the gap of where you currently are and where you want to be. I see my role as empowering you to create meaningful changes in your life while honoring your unique healing journey.
My work focuses on supporting Asian Americans dealing with anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship conflict.
We all want to be happy, belong, and feel loved. Yet at some point in our lives we struggle, get bogged down, and feel stuck. Getting support can help you understand what is going on, and help you discover new ways of thinking about yourself and your relationships. My goal is to help bridge the gap of where you currently are and where you want to be. I see my role as empowering you to create meaningful changes in your life while honoring your unique healing journey.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, or major life changes, I strive to provide a compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.
Hello, my name is Sonia Gomez, and I am a Licensed Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist. I believe that everyone deserves a safe, compassionate space where they can feel heard, understood, and supported. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, and I want you to know that you don't have to face life's challenges alone.
My goal is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where we can work together to help you better understand yourself, navigate difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, low self-esteem, or major life changes, I strive to provide a compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.
Hello, my name is Sonia Gomez, and I am a Licensed Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist. I believe that everyone deserves a safe, compassionate space where they can feel heard, understood, and supported. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, and I want you to know that you don't have to face life's challenges alone.
My goal is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where we can work together to help you better understand yourself, navigate difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change.
My specialties include self-esteem, coping skills, marital/pre-marital counseling, grief, pregnancy and prenatal/postpartum issues, LGBTQIA matters, and domestic violence.
Hello! I am licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist and have been providing clinical support services for over ten years. I have worked with at-risk populations for most of my career, including those involved in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. I also have years of experience in social work and currently manage and oversee the operations of a non-profit program that provides clinical case management services.
My specialties include self-esteem, coping skills, marital/pre-marital counseling, grief, pregnancy and prenatal/postpartum issues, LGBTQIA matters, and domestic violence.
Hello! I am licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist and have been providing clinical support services for over ten years. I have worked with at-risk populations for most of my career, including those involved in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. I also have years of experience in social work and currently manage and oversee the operations of a non-profit program that provides clinical case management services.
My specialties include self-esteem, coping skills, marital/pre-marital counseling, grief, pregnancy and prenatal/postpartum issues, LGBTQIA matters, and domestic violence.
Hello! I am licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist and have been providing clinical support services for over ten years. I have worked with at-risk populations for most of my career, including those involved in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. I also have years of experience in social work and currently manage and oversee the operations of a non-profit program that provides clinical case management services.
My specialties include self-esteem, coping skills, marital/pre-marital counseling, grief, pregnancy and prenatal/postpartum issues, LGBTQIA matters, and domestic violence.
Hello! I am licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist and have been providing clinical support services for over ten years. I have worked with at-risk populations for most of my career, including those involved in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. I also have years of experience in social work and currently manage and oversee the operations of a non-profit program that provides clinical case management services.
Harmony. When you think of harmony, one might picture different things coming together that work so well simultaneously and you feel a sense of peace. When things aren’t working well together, there is a clash or dissonance, causing more stress and more problems. I came across a video on Instagram from Nedra Glover Tawwab (nedratawwab) where she talked about the difference between balance and harmony. You see, my ultimate goal in life was to achieve balance when in fact what I was envisioning was harmony. “Harmony is getting things to flow in your life in a cohesive way. Balance is getting everything to be equal."
Harmony. When you think of harmony, one might picture different things coming together that work so well simultaneously and you feel a sense of peace. When things aren’t working well together, there is a clash or dissonance, causing more stress and more problems. I came across a video on Instagram from Nedra Glover Tawwab (nedratawwab) where she talked about the difference between balance and harmony. You see, my ultimate goal in life was to achieve balance when in fact what I was envisioning was harmony. “Harmony is getting things to flow in your life in a cohesive way. Balance is getting everything to be equal."
As a Licensed Holistic Psychotherapist, I have a passion for helping individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed by their emotions find clarity, balance, and healing. I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, in their relationships, or unresolved emotional pain. My approach goes beyond just talk therapy—by integrating mind-body techniques and holistic practices, I provide a comprehensive, personalized path toward emotional well-being.
As a Licensed Holistic Psychotherapist, I have a passion for helping individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed by their emotions find clarity, balance, and healing. I specialize in working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, in their relationships, or unresolved emotional pain. My approach goes beyond just talk therapy—by integrating mind-body techniques and holistic practices, I provide a comprehensive, personalized path toward emotional well-being.
Currently accepting new clients. How are you doing? Really, how are you doing? Are you feeling balanced, satisfied in your relationships, and have an overall sense of well being? You might answer "I'm fine" sometimes and at other times you might feel sad, overwhelmed and have anxiety about the future. I believe I can help you. Together we will work to overcome roadblocks, heal old wounds and conquer the limitations that have kept you from reaching your potential - personally, relationally and professionally.
Currently accepting new clients. How are you doing? Really, how are you doing? Are you feeling balanced, satisfied in your relationships, and have an overall sense of well being? You might answer "I'm fine" sometimes and at other times you might feel sad, overwhelmed and have anxiety about the future. I believe I can help you. Together we will work to overcome roadblocks, heal old wounds and conquer the limitations that have kept you from reaching your potential - personally, relationally and professionally.
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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.