Self Esteem Therapists in New York, NY
I believe that the client's experience, both in and out of the therapy room, is most important in a helping relationship. When working with me, you can expect an active and caring therapeutic approach that is centered around exploration and collaboration. I incorporate both cognitive and emotion focused approaches in my work and help you to examine patterns, behaviors, and processes that may no longer be useful. I also specialize in couples therapy and use a process oriented approach that is focused on understanding communication patterns, increasing emotional harmony, and overall relational satisfaction.
I believe that the client's experience, both in and out of the therapy room, is most important in a helping relationship. When working with me, you can expect an active and caring therapeutic approach that is centered around exploration and collaboration. I incorporate both cognitive and emotion focused approaches in my work and help you to examine patterns, behaviors, and processes that may no longer be useful. I also specialize in couples therapy and use a process oriented approach that is focused on understanding communication patterns, increasing emotional harmony, and overall relational satisfaction.
In my studies I have focused on depression, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, self-harm, attachment disorder, substance abuse, anger management, behavioral issues, and self-esteem.
There are times in life when there doesn't seem like a way out of emotional pain. Our life histories, traumas, losses, and disappointments can run so deep that you think the only solution is to give up and stay where you are because change seems frightening. I'm confident I’m able to help you have a more joyful life, better relationships, and to create a more optimistic and exciting vision for your future. You can learn the most effective tools and recognize your strengths focusing on yourself in the now. I can teach you how to treat yourself with patience and compassion, while making a real decision to change.
In my studies I have focused on depression, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, self-harm, attachment disorder, substance abuse, anger management, behavioral issues, and self-esteem.
There are times in life when there doesn't seem like a way out of emotional pain. Our life histories, traumas, losses, and disappointments can run so deep that you think the only solution is to give up and stay where you are because change seems frightening. I'm confident I’m able to help you have a more joyful life, better relationships, and to create a more optimistic and exciting vision for your future. You can learn the most effective tools and recognize your strengths focusing on yourself in the now. I can teach you how to treat yourself with patience and compassion, while making a real decision to change.
I help clients with relationship issues, anxiety, and self-esteem, among other areas.
Do you keep having the same fight with your partner? Do you hold back at work, then watch someone else land the opportunity you wanted? Do your friendships leave you feeling as though you are always the one giving more?
These problems may look unrelated, but often the same pattern is playing out underneath them. What you expect from other people can shape how you respond when a relationship feels uncertain. You may stay quiet to avoid conflict, pull back before you can be disappointed, or focus so much on the other person’s reaction that you lose track of what you need.
I help clients with relationship issues, anxiety, and self-esteem, among other areas.
Do you keep having the same fight with your partner? Do you hold back at work, then watch someone else land the opportunity you wanted? Do your friendships leave you feeling as though you are always the one giving more?
These problems may look unrelated, but often the same pattern is playing out underneath them. What you expect from other people can shape how you respond when a relationship feels uncertain. You may stay quiet to avoid conflict, pull back before you can be disappointed, or focus so much on the other person’s reaction that you lose track of what you need.
You might seem capable, composed, and high-functioning. But inside, self-doubt and dissatisfaction tell a different story—one that others don’t always see. You may feel stuck in relationships, unsure of who you are, or something’s always missing no matter how hard you try.
I work with students and young adults—especially those from Asian or international backgrounds—who are navigating identity confusion, perfectionism, self-doubt, relationship pain, or the pressures of life in a new environment.
You might seem capable, composed, and high-functioning. But inside, self-doubt and dissatisfaction tell a different story—one that others don’t always see. You may feel stuck in relationships, unsure of who you are, or something’s always missing no matter how hard you try.
I work with students and young adults—especially those from Asian or international backgrounds—who are navigating identity confusion, perfectionism, self-doubt, relationship pain, or the pressures of life in a new environment.
We do our best to navigate the chaos of life, but too often our feelings and behaviors feel out of our control. Why do we act in certain ways? Why do we make self-destructive choices? Why do we so often feel anxious and depressed? These incessant questions lead us to feel that our motivations are hidden from us and that our actions may forever elude us. By exploring our past and connecting it to our present, we begin to weave a coherent tapestry that helps us understand why we are the way we are, which in turn helps us make lasting change. This is what I believe therapy is all about.
We do our best to navigate the chaos of life, but too often our feelings and behaviors feel out of our control. Why do we act in certain ways? Why do we make self-destructive choices? Why do we so often feel anxious and depressed? These incessant questions lead us to feel that our motivations are hidden from us and that our actions may forever elude us. By exploring our past and connecting it to our present, we begin to weave a coherent tapestry that helps us understand why we are the way we are, which in turn helps us make lasting change. This is what I believe therapy is all about.
I work with clients navigating life transitions, struggling with self-esteem, or seeking emotional regulation.
Cecilia is a therapist who takes the time to genuinely connect with and deeply understand each of her clients and their unique experiences. She offers a relatable and empathetic approach to therapy that feels safe and nonjudgmental. Cecilia's warm and calming presence assures her clients that they are not alone in their challenges and that together, they can work towards meaningful change. Moving through a new transition can sometimes be difficult or feel overwhelming. Cecilia’s attention to detail and innate understanding of emotion will put you at ease and help kickstart your journey of self-discovery with confidence.
I work with clients navigating life transitions, struggling with self-esteem, or seeking emotional regulation.
Cecilia is a therapist who takes the time to genuinely connect with and deeply understand each of her clients and their unique experiences. She offers a relatable and empathetic approach to therapy that feels safe and nonjudgmental. Cecilia's warm and calming presence assures her clients that they are not alone in their challenges and that together, they can work towards meaningful change. Moving through a new transition can sometimes be difficult or feel overwhelming. Cecilia’s attention to detail and innate understanding of emotion will put you at ease and help kickstart your journey of self-discovery with confidence.
I can help you conquer your anxiety, stop overthinking, manage ADHD, improve self-confidence, overcome social anxiety, learn to challenge self-defeating thought patterns, and identify tangible steps you can take to reach your goals.
Have you been feeling worried, overwhelmed, or stuck lately? Do you tend to keep your struggles to yourself because no one really understands? Too often we isolate instead of reaching out when things get tough, but you don’t have to go through it alone. My approach is integrative and rooted in authenticity, trust, and empathy. I specialize in working with young adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, have trouble managing their ADHD, are going through a life transition, or simply want a non-judgemental safe space to explore their feelings and better understand themselves.
I can help you conquer your anxiety, stop overthinking, manage ADHD, improve self-confidence, overcome social anxiety, learn to challenge self-defeating thought patterns, and identify tangible steps you can take to reach your goals.
Have you been feeling worried, overwhelmed, or stuck lately? Do you tend to keep your struggles to yourself because no one really understands? Too often we isolate instead of reaching out when things get tough, but you don’t have to go through it alone. My approach is integrative and rooted in authenticity, trust, and empathy. I specialize in working with young adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, have trouble managing their ADHD, are going through a life transition, or simply want a non-judgemental safe space to explore their feelings and better understand themselves.
I work with patients to create and maintain satisfying relationships, decrease emotional distress, develop effective coping strategies, cultivate self-esteem and a healthy self-image, and increase satisfaction with life.
I integrate evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and mindfulness- and mentalization-based practices. Treatment should be goal-oriented and focused, yet flexible and sensitive to the uniqueness of who we are.
I work with patients to create and maintain satisfying relationships, decrease emotional distress, develop effective coping strategies, cultivate self-esteem and a healthy self-image, and increase satisfaction with life.
I integrate evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and mindfulness- and mentalization-based practices. Treatment should be goal-oriented and focused, yet flexible and sensitive to the uniqueness of who we are.
Looking for support is a sign of strength and vitality. If you feel restless, stuck, or as if something essential is missing from your life or relationships, you are already attuned to yourself. I work well with those who are curious about their own experience and ready to engage with it—those who want to understand their feelings better, move beyond habitual patterns, and create a freer, more meaningful life. Together, we will follow the questions and desires that emerge, with patience and reflection.
Looking for support is a sign of strength and vitality. If you feel restless, stuck, or as if something essential is missing from your life or relationships, you are already attuned to yourself. I work well with those who are curious about their own experience and ready to engage with it—those who want to understand their feelings better, move beyond habitual patterns, and create a freer, more meaningful life. Together, we will follow the questions and desires that emerge, with patience and reflection.
People often reach out with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and the challenges of navigating life transitions. Whatever the specific issue, clients often share a common goal: to gain a deeper understanding of the issues they’re struggling with, to challenge and replace patterns of thought and behavior that are not serving them, and to learn helpful coping skills to manage stressors in healthy and productive ways. Ultimately, clients frequently aspire to cultivate a life of fulfillment, authenticity, and peace.
People often reach out with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and the challenges of navigating life transitions. Whatever the specific issue, clients often share a common goal: to gain a deeper understanding of the issues they’re struggling with, to challenge and replace patterns of thought and behavior that are not serving them, and to learn helpful coping skills to manage stressors in healthy and productive ways. Ultimately, clients frequently aspire to cultivate a life of fulfillment, authenticity, and peace.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or challenges in relationships, you're not alone—and I’m here to help.
Whether you’re navigating a life transition, feeling stuck in old patterns, or seeking greater balance, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore your inner world and reconnect with your strengths. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and enriched by a spiritual, holistic perspective.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or challenges in relationships, you're not alone—and I’m here to help.
Whether you’re navigating a life transition, feeling stuck in old patterns, or seeking greater balance, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore your inner world and reconnect with your strengths. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and enriched by a spiritual, holistic perspective.
I also work with self-esteem and stress management to support healthy changes in individuals.
Welcome! As a mental health counselor, I understand the difficulties of taking the first step to seek treatment. Individuals may feel strange talking about aspects of their life they have yet to view and/or process. Our sessions will serve as a safe and judgment-free environment to explore past experiences, current behaviors, and difficulties processing trauma. You will be provided with the ability to explore difficulties in your life and be provided with as much structure as needed to build on skills and make changes. I work to hear the client and ensure interventions are helpful to support growth.
I also work with self-esteem and stress management to support healthy changes in individuals.
Welcome! As a mental health counselor, I understand the difficulties of taking the first step to seek treatment. Individuals may feel strange talking about aspects of their life they have yet to view and/or process. Our sessions will serve as a safe and judgment-free environment to explore past experiences, current behaviors, and difficulties processing trauma. You will be provided with the ability to explore difficulties in your life and be provided with as much structure as needed to build on skills and make changes. I work to hear the client and ensure interventions are helpful to support growth.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Sam helps his clients navigate life transitions, improve self-esteem, deepen relationships, process difficult events, and achieve personal growth – whatever the challenges they face.
Sam specializes in CBT and DBT – two of the most effective evidence-based therapeutic modalities – to help clients of all ages change unhelpful thought processes, face their fears, learn better emotional regulation, and build interpersonal skills. Sam’s solution-focused, client-centric treatment helps clients define their goals and allows them to leverage their own strengths and support systems to achieve them. Clients praise his warm demeanor, which makes them feel heard and valued during sessions, and leave treatment with newfound confidence and the tools to navigate life's challenges successfully and lead more fulfilling lives.
Sam helps his clients navigate life transitions, improve self-esteem, deepen relationships, process difficult events, and achieve personal growth – whatever the challenges they face.
Sam specializes in CBT and DBT – two of the most effective evidence-based therapeutic modalities – to help clients of all ages change unhelpful thought processes, face their fears, learn better emotional regulation, and build interpersonal skills. Sam’s solution-focused, client-centric treatment helps clients define their goals and allows them to leverage their own strengths and support systems to achieve them. Clients praise his warm demeanor, which makes them feel heard and valued during sessions, and leave treatment with newfound confidence and the tools to navigate life's challenges successfully and lead more fulfilling lives.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing psychotherapy for adults struggling with emotional distress, relationship and family issues, identity and self-esteem concerns, and life transitions (e.g., illness, separation, loss).
I provide flexible and tailored therapy that integrates specific skills with active exploration, helping my clients enhance their inner resiliency, creativity, and confidence in order to meet their goals. My approach is grounded in cognitive-behavioral, insight-oriented, mindfulness-based, and multicultural orientations.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing psychotherapy for adults struggling with emotional distress, relationship and family issues, identity and self-esteem concerns, and life transitions (e.g., illness, separation, loss).
I provide flexible and tailored therapy that integrates specific skills with active exploration, helping my clients enhance their inner resiliency, creativity, and confidence in order to meet their goals. My approach is grounded in cognitive-behavioral, insight-oriented, mindfulness-based, and multicultural orientations.
Something feels off — but you might not be able to name it. Maybe it's a persistent loneliness, or relationships that feel harder than they should, or depression and anxiety that don't fully make sense. You might want closeness but pull back when it gets real. Or you're doing everything right and still feel like something's missing.
These experiences often have roots — in the relationships and dynamics you grew up in, in the messages you absorbed about who you were. You may not have thought about it that way yet. But that's often where the work leads.
Something feels off — but you might not be able to name it. Maybe it's a persistent loneliness, or relationships that feel harder than they should, or depression and anxiety that don't fully make sense. You might want closeness but pull back when it gets real. Or you're doing everything right and still feel like something's missing.
These experiences often have roots — in the relationships and dynamics you grew up in, in the messages you absorbed about who you were. You may not have thought about it that way yet. But that's often where the work leads.
Lindsey is a holistic, relational psychotherapist working with both, individuals and couples, seeking healthier relationships. With an understanding that relationships take intentional work, she helps her clients address unresolved issues, communicate clearly, and increase empathy for themselves and others. She believes it is possible to change your dysfunctional patterns with enough curiosity and compassion. Whether it’s concerns about dating, career, self-image, or family, Lindsey takes time to listen, understand, and address the core feelings that lead to long-lasting relief.
Lindsey is a holistic, relational psychotherapist working with both, individuals and couples, seeking healthier relationships. With an understanding that relationships take intentional work, she helps her clients address unresolved issues, communicate clearly, and increase empathy for themselves and others. She believes it is possible to change your dysfunctional patterns with enough curiosity and compassion. Whether it’s concerns about dating, career, self-image, or family, Lindsey takes time to listen, understand, and address the core feelings that lead to long-lasting relief.
Do you feel depressed and alone? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed? I work to create a space that feels safe where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I use a gentle approach thats draws from a psychodynamic framework. Each person is unique and I adjust my approach for you. We will work to help you reduce the impact of your feelings and help you engage with yourself and others in a way that feels more free, where new ways of being can emerge.
Do you feel depressed and alone? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed? I work to create a space that feels safe where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I use a gentle approach thats draws from a psychodynamic framework. Each person is unique and I adjust my approach for you. We will work to help you reduce the impact of your feelings and help you engage with yourself and others in a way that feels more free, where new ways of being can emerge.
Sam helps his clients navigate life transitions, improve self-esteem, deepen relationships, process difficult events, and achieve personal growth – whatever the challenges they face.
Sam specializes in CBT and DBT – two of the most effective evidence-based therapeutic modalities – to help clients of all ages change unhelpful thought processes, face their fears, learn better emotional regulation, and build interpersonal skills. Sam’s solution-focused, client-centric treatment helps clients define their goals and allows them to leverage their own strengths and support systems to achieve them. Clients praise his warm demeanor, which makes them feel heard and valued during sessions, and leave treatment with newfound confidence and the tools to navigate life's challenges successfully and lead more fulfilling lives.
Sam helps his clients navigate life transitions, improve self-esteem, deepen relationships, process difficult events, and achieve personal growth – whatever the challenges they face.
Sam specializes in CBT and DBT – two of the most effective evidence-based therapeutic modalities – to help clients of all ages change unhelpful thought processes, face their fears, learn better emotional regulation, and build interpersonal skills. Sam’s solution-focused, client-centric treatment helps clients define their goals and allows them to leverage their own strengths and support systems to achieve them. Clients praise his warm demeanor, which makes them feel heard and valued during sessions, and leave treatment with newfound confidence and the tools to navigate life's challenges successfully and lead more fulfilling lives.
We all experience the same feelings, so why do we sometimes feel so misunderstood? Speaking our emotions is not always considered valuable in the worlds we have to inhabit and yet our desire to connect is one of our most primary urges. I want to join you in finding the language to communicate the wants, needs and boundaries of your experience, and with others. Therapy can be a space to engage with those parts of self truthfully and without judgment.
We all experience the same feelings, so why do we sometimes feel so misunderstood? Speaking our emotions is not always considered valuable in the worlds we have to inhabit and yet our desire to connect is one of our most primary urges. I want to join you in finding the language to communicate the wants, needs and boundaries of your experience, and with others. Therapy can be a space to engage with those parts of self truthfully and without judgment.
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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.