Self Esteem Therapists in Austin, TX
Hello there! Word on the street is that deciding to seek out, and securing, a therapist isn't the easiest task. I want to recognize the effort it takes to find a provider, and I hope you feel empowered as you decide with whom you'd like to grow. My clinical experience includes the areas of intimate partner and domestic violence, trauma, cultural dynamics, grief, shame, and concerns regarding legal 'systems.' I've conducted group and individual therapy in Spanish and English with people who often feel overlooked, overwhelmed, and stuck.
Hello there! Word on the street is that deciding to seek out, and securing, a therapist isn't the easiest task. I want to recognize the effort it takes to find a provider, and I hope you feel empowered as you decide with whom you'd like to grow. My clinical experience includes the areas of intimate partner and domestic violence, trauma, cultural dynamics, grief, shame, and concerns regarding legal 'systems.' I've conducted group and individual therapy in Spanish and English with people who often feel overlooked, overwhelmed, and stuck.
I specialize in anxiety, OCD and self esteem and their impact on daily life and relationships.
Whether it’s surges of weekly anxiety, disturbing thoughts and memories that just won't go away, or the inability to feel good about ourselves after achieving all we set out to do, my clients have hit a wall and their coping skills just aren't working anymore.
I specialize in anxiety, OCD and self esteem and their impact on daily life and relationships.
Whether it’s surges of weekly anxiety, disturbing thoughts and memories that just won't go away, or the inability to feel good about ourselves after achieving all we set out to do, my clients have hit a wall and their coping skills just aren't working anymore.
Hi, my name is Priya. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed to work with clients in Texas. I have a M.S. in Counseling from the University of North Texas (2017), and a B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Biology and Counseling from the University of North Texas (2010.) I am passionate about working with adults with social anxiety, generalized anxiety, perfectionism and imposter syndrome. It is one of my greatest joys in this line of work to see my clients shed years of feeling restricted, and to discover the joy and freedom they possess-to move into owning their own personal power and creating the life that works for them.
Hi, my name is Priya. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed to work with clients in Texas. I have a M.S. in Counseling from the University of North Texas (2017), and a B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Biology and Counseling from the University of North Texas (2010.) I am passionate about working with adults with social anxiety, generalized anxiety, perfectionism and imposter syndrome. It is one of my greatest joys in this line of work to see my clients shed years of feeling restricted, and to discover the joy and freedom they possess-to move into owning their own personal power and creating the life that works for them.
Do you want to reclaim, or perhaps discover, who you are and what brings you pleasure in life? Whether you are seeking help with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, a lack of direction, or other difficulties, I provide support and challenge when needed to assist you in creating a more enjoyable and meaningful life. An important part of our work together involves exploring what obstacles, both internal and external, are preventing you from moving forward. I use targeted questions to help you identify patterns, make connections, uncover unproductive ways of thinking, and highlight your areas of strength.
Do you want to reclaim, or perhaps discover, who you are and what brings you pleasure in life? Whether you are seeking help with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, a lack of direction, or other difficulties, I provide support and challenge when needed to assist you in creating a more enjoyable and meaningful life. An important part of our work together involves exploring what obstacles, both internal and external, are preventing you from moving forward. I use targeted questions to help you identify patterns, make connections, uncover unproductive ways of thinking, and highlight your areas of strength.
In my practice, we are committed to helping individuals who are ready to turn challenges into growth opportunities. We do this by providing unwavering support, understanding, and practical strategies to create lasting change. Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where clients can be heard, understand themselves more deeply, and move forward with confidence and purpose.
In my practice, we are committed to helping individuals who are ready to turn challenges into growth opportunities. We do this by providing unwavering support, understanding, and practical strategies to create lasting change. Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where clients can be heard, understand themselves more deeply, and move forward with confidence and purpose.
I focus on helping clients navigate major life transitions, rebuild self-esteem, and create lasting change.
As a scientist turned coach, I specialize in guiding high-achieving women through major life transitions, helping them overcome burnout, and redefining success on their own terms. In a world where we are expected to be “everything,” it’s easy to lose sight of what we truly want. I use a blend of research-based tools like the Energy Leadership Index (ELI) and my intuitive insights to help you reconnect with your authentic self, build resilience, and create practical strategies for emotional well-being. Together, we’ll craft a life and career that aligns with your core values and fulfills your deepest aspirations.
I focus on helping clients navigate major life transitions, rebuild self-esteem, and create lasting change.
As a scientist turned coach, I specialize in guiding high-achieving women through major life transitions, helping them overcome burnout, and redefining success on their own terms. In a world where we are expected to be “everything,” it’s easy to lose sight of what we truly want. I use a blend of research-based tools like the Energy Leadership Index (ELI) and my intuitive insights to help you reconnect with your authentic self, build resilience, and create practical strategies for emotional well-being. Together, we’ll craft a life and career that aligns with your core values and fulfills your deepest aspirations.
Do you feel stuck or misunderstood? Are you striving to make things right in relationships, but are continuing to feel unfulfilled? Do you struggle with self-judgment? Life can feel overwhelming even if you ultimately feel underwhelmed by life. Things can get better. Sometimes it's difficult to see the full picture when you're in the middle of a situation. Therapy can provide a new perspective. By exploring your experiences and thoughts, we'll work together to identify what's holding you back and healthy ways of coping with the circumstances you are sorting through.
Do you feel stuck or misunderstood? Are you striving to make things right in relationships, but are continuing to feel unfulfilled? Do you struggle with self-judgment? Life can feel overwhelming even if you ultimately feel underwhelmed by life. Things can get better. Sometimes it's difficult to see the full picture when you're in the middle of a situation. Therapy can provide a new perspective. By exploring your experiences and thoughts, we'll work together to identify what's holding you back and healthy ways of coping with the circumstances you are sorting through.
You’ve done everything “right”-you’re driven, capable, and committed-but something keeps holding you back. Doubt, fear of judgment, and overthinking stall your progress, leaving your God-given business dreams just out of reach. I work with women like you to uncover the hidden belief patterns shaping your decisions and keeping you from the success you’re called to. Together, we’ll break through those barriers so you can lead with clarity, confidence, and Kingdom impact.
I help entrepreneurial women:
Rewire limiting beliefs that block business growth
Regulate emotions and lead with confidence
Overcome imposter syndrome.
You’ve done everything “right”-you’re driven, capable, and committed-but something keeps holding you back. Doubt, fear of judgment, and overthinking stall your progress, leaving your God-given business dreams just out of reach. I work with women like you to uncover the hidden belief patterns shaping your decisions and keeping you from the success you’re called to. Together, we’ll break through those barriers so you can lead with clarity, confidence, and Kingdom impact.
I help entrepreneurial women:
Rewire limiting beliefs that block business growth
Regulate emotions and lead with confidence
Overcome imposter syndrome.
Shannon Geneen Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, MPA, LCDC, EMDR
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Healing does not and should not always be heavy or retraumatizing—we’ll laugh, explore, and get creative together! My goal is to help you tap into your natural resilience in a fun, imaginative way. Think of imagination as your super-highway to healing! Using neuroscience-backed techniques, mindfulness, and creative practices like movement, art, and storytelling, we’ll build coping skills that feel good and work. You’ll gain tools you can use anytime to create real, lasting change—no artistic experience is needed, just curiosity! Let’s make healing an adventure!
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Healing does not and should not always be heavy or retraumatizing—we’ll laugh, explore, and get creative together! My goal is to help you tap into your natural resilience in a fun, imaginative way. Think of imagination as your super-highway to healing! Using neuroscience-backed techniques, mindfulness, and creative practices like movement, art, and storytelling, we’ll build coping skills that feel good and work. You’ll gain tools you can use anytime to create real, lasting change—no artistic experience is needed, just curiosity! Let’s make healing an adventure!
Life can be messy and unpredictable. Whatever is going on, perhaps your situation is leaving you anxious, depressed, discouraged, and even a little hopeless at times. I imagine you're here because you no longer want to feel this way. You're ready for something - anything, really - to change. Maybe someone encouraged you to reach out because they're worried about you. Maybe you're worried, too.
I am a woman of Indian descent, and I specialize in working with highly sensitive people from multicultural backgrounds.
Life can be messy and unpredictable. Whatever is going on, perhaps your situation is leaving you anxious, depressed, discouraged, and even a little hopeless at times. I imagine you're here because you no longer want to feel this way. You're ready for something - anything, really - to change. Maybe someone encouraged you to reach out because they're worried about you. Maybe you're worried, too.
I am a woman of Indian descent, and I specialize in working with highly sensitive people from multicultural backgrounds.
Life is hard and suffering is normal. It’s an inevitable part of being human. Most of us, often from a young age, develop different patterns or defenses to manage our suffering in order to keep our heads above water. This can look like many different things: numbing our emotions, self-criticism, addiction, anxiety, self-sabotage - the list goes on. We do these things not because anything is inherently wrong with us, but because for a long time, these patterns help us survive. Clients often come to me when they reconcile the fact that these patterns are no longer working - and instead, they’re making them miserable.
Life is hard and suffering is normal. It’s an inevitable part of being human. Most of us, often from a young age, develop different patterns or defenses to manage our suffering in order to keep our heads above water. This can look like many different things: numbing our emotions, self-criticism, addiction, anxiety, self-sabotage - the list goes on. We do these things not because anything is inherently wrong with us, but because for a long time, these patterns help us survive. Clients often come to me when they reconcile the fact that these patterns are no longer working - and instead, they’re making them miserable.
You have felt stuck for too long, and you want to get to the root of your thoughts and emotions. You’ve seen your stress affect your work, your relationships, and yourself. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed at work or home, getting defensive with your partner, having nightmares, or trying to be seen, you keep hitting a wall in your efforts to change. You want healthier relationships, less stress, and confidence in yourself.
You have felt stuck for too long, and you want to get to the root of your thoughts and emotions. You’ve seen your stress affect your work, your relationships, and yourself. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed at work or home, getting defensive with your partner, having nightmares, or trying to be seen, you keep hitting a wall in your efforts to change. You want healthier relationships, less stress, and confidence in yourself.
Do you love plants, rocks, little creatures and sunshine? Me too! We all want to feel productive but sometimes chasing productivity makes relaxing and resetting feel unimportant so we push it aside or abandon it all together. It's frustrating knowing this isn't what you want for yourself but you can't seem to make things manageable. If we allow the "To Do" list to be in charge, it's never-ending and gets overwhelming. Adding anxiety, depression, or trauma can make it paralyzing. But I'm here to start with you. We're gonna go outside, take a breath, and remember that nature is a part of how humans heal and restore.
Do you love plants, rocks, little creatures and sunshine? Me too! We all want to feel productive but sometimes chasing productivity makes relaxing and resetting feel unimportant so we push it aside or abandon it all together. It's frustrating knowing this isn't what you want for yourself but you can't seem to make things manageable. If we allow the "To Do" list to be in charge, it's never-ending and gets overwhelming. Adding anxiety, depression, or trauma can make it paralyzing. But I'm here to start with you. We're gonna go outside, take a breath, and remember that nature is a part of how humans heal and restore.
Some of my specialties include anxiety, stress management, communication, setting healthy boundaries, increasing self-esteem, and finding purpose.
Navigating life’s unpredictable turns can take a toll on anyone’s mental health. Maybe you’re seeking understanding in a confusing time or hoping to be challenged and believed in. Whether you need some extra encouragement and a non-judgmental ear to listen or you feel completely lost and are searching for purpose, together we can accomplish your goals. I love helping people see other perspectives and possibilities they may have never considered. I primarily work with adolescents and young adults incorporating solution-focused and person-centered approaches as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to best fit each individual's needs.
Some of my specialties include anxiety, stress management, communication, setting healthy boundaries, increasing self-esteem, and finding purpose.
Navigating life’s unpredictable turns can take a toll on anyone’s mental health. Maybe you’re seeking understanding in a confusing time or hoping to be challenged and believed in. Whether you need some extra encouragement and a non-judgmental ear to listen or you feel completely lost and are searching for purpose, together we can accomplish your goals. I love helping people see other perspectives and possibilities they may have never considered. I primarily work with adolescents and young adults incorporating solution-focused and person-centered approaches as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to best fit each individual's needs.
Therapy shouldn’t feel hollow or performative. Maybe you’ve had a therapist rely on clichés like, “holding space” without sincerity. Or you’ve avoided therapy altogether, fearing judgment or detachment. You’re here because patterns in your life won’t change, and the weight of wondering if it’s all your fault—or some cosmic punishment— sucks. You’re starting to see where your parents fucked up, and how it’s on you to fix it, but you want someone who will truly care and challenge you to fight for yourself.
Therapy shouldn’t feel hollow or performative. Maybe you’ve had a therapist rely on clichés like, “holding space” without sincerity. Or you’ve avoided therapy altogether, fearing judgment or detachment. You’re here because patterns in your life won’t change, and the weight of wondering if it’s all your fault—or some cosmic punishment— sucks. You’re starting to see where your parents fucked up, and how it’s on you to fix it, but you want someone who will truly care and challenge you to fight for yourself.
I’m Sakena, therapist, mom, wife, and former corporate girlie who now works with folks who feel like they’ve hit their limit. I’m warm, direct, and not afraid to keep you accountable. I won’t just sit back and nod or ask you how you feel without helping you understand where it’s coming from and what to do about it. My clients are the go-to person for everyone else. They’re smart, capable, and successful, and internally stressed out. Some are stuck in broken relationship, some are battling anxiety and depression. But most of them dont have anyone who they feel they can really feel vulnerable with to talk to..
I’m Sakena, therapist, mom, wife, and former corporate girlie who now works with folks who feel like they’ve hit their limit. I’m warm, direct, and not afraid to keep you accountable. I won’t just sit back and nod or ask you how you feel without helping you understand where it’s coming from and what to do about it. My clients are the go-to person for everyone else. They’re smart, capable, and successful, and internally stressed out. Some are stuck in broken relationship, some are battling anxiety and depression. But most of them dont have anyone who they feel they can really feel vulnerable with to talk to..
I enjoy working primarily in the areas of depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, perfectionism, and grief and loss.
Therapy provides the unique opportunity for you to adventure into and openly investigate your internal world. Emotional transformations can be akin to wading into the ocean or navigating a new trail in the forest. While these pursuits are exciting, they can also be intimidating, challenging, or frustrating at times. I view my role as your co-pilot; helping you to navigate what it is that brings you to therapy with the goal of unleashing your innate strengths and ability to overcome. I do so with a genuine curiosity and openness, integrating my training in mindfulness and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.
I enjoy working primarily in the areas of depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, perfectionism, and grief and loss.
Therapy provides the unique opportunity for you to adventure into and openly investigate your internal world. Emotional transformations can be akin to wading into the ocean or navigating a new trail in the forest. While these pursuits are exciting, they can also be intimidating, challenging, or frustrating at times. I view my role as your co-pilot; helping you to navigate what it is that brings you to therapy with the goal of unleashing your innate strengths and ability to overcome. I do so with a genuine curiosity and openness, integrating my training in mindfulness and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.
I celebrate diversity, which means I welcome you. I offer a safe place for you to talk at your own pace about issues that may feel impossible to discuss anywhere else. Focus areas include interpersonal/relationship challenges, LGBTQ+/queer concerns, stress, parenting, anxiety, depression, a general sense of feeling unhappy, and more.
I celebrate diversity, which means I welcome you. I offer a safe place for you to talk at your own pace about issues that may feel impossible to discuss anywhere else. Focus areas include interpersonal/relationship challenges, LGBTQ+/queer concerns, stress, parenting, anxiety, depression, a general sense of feeling unhappy, and more.
I specialize in self-esteem, relationship issues, grief, and religious trauma.
My style is gentle, honest, and depth-oriented. My approach is to create a safe, trusting relationship with you that fosters deep insight and emotional healing. No matter where you are on your journey, I'm here to listen and provide a safe space for exploration and growth.
I specialize in self-esteem, relationship issues, grief, and religious trauma.
My style is gentle, honest, and depth-oriented. My approach is to create a safe, trusting relationship with you that fosters deep insight and emotional healing. No matter where you are on your journey, I'm here to listen and provide a safe space for exploration and growth.
Do you feel like you’re on the edge of a breakdown? Trying to keep it all together is draining, and you're scared you're about to lose it. You're stuck in your own head and trying your best to take care of yourself, but the anxiety and dread won’t go away. Despite your best efforts to change things, you're stuck in patterns or relationships that leave you questioning your worth and sanity. You want to feel better: less overwhelmed and more in the moment. You're in the right place.
Do you feel like you’re on the edge of a breakdown? Trying to keep it all together is draining, and you're scared you're about to lose it. You're stuck in your own head and trying your best to take care of yourself, but the anxiety and dread won’t go away. Despite your best efforts to change things, you're stuck in patterns or relationships that leave you questioning your worth and sanity. You want to feel better: less overwhelmed and more in the moment. You're in the right place.
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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.