Therapists in 92101
Hi! I'm Alexis, a queer, multiracial, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher with a passion for empowering and walking alongside others who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community on their life journey. My goal is to provide a safe space for the individuals I work with to explore their many identities as well as empower my clients to be their most true and unique selves. My approach to therapy is client centered and led. I believe the greatest gift of therapy is in the therapeutic connection formed between the client and the therapist and I work to create a safe, welcoming and affirming space.
Hi! I'm Alexis, a queer, multiracial, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher with a passion for empowering and walking alongside others who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community on their life journey. My goal is to provide a safe space for the individuals I work with to explore their many identities as well as empower my clients to be their most true and unique selves. My approach to therapy is client centered and led. I believe the greatest gift of therapy is in the therapeutic connection formed between the client and the therapist and I work to create a safe, welcoming and affirming space.
Hello! My name Is Coryna Nguyen, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion and love for this field is seeing the progress, results, and positive changes in my clients. I enjoy working with individuals to support their emotional and mental well-being. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a client-centered therapeutic, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing approach. My approach will be dependent on your needs and goals. I take a client-centered approach to help you work toward achieving your goals and meeting your needs as best as I can with empathy, open-mindedness, and positive support.
Hello! My name Is Coryna Nguyen, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion and love for this field is seeing the progress, results, and positive changes in my clients. I enjoy working with individuals to support their emotional and mental well-being. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a client-centered therapeutic, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing approach. My approach will be dependent on your needs and goals. I take a client-centered approach to help you work toward achieving your goals and meeting your needs as best as I can with empathy, open-mindedness, and positive support.
Jasyn Lezin - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
I utilize a strength-based and psychodynamic approach that will guide you in re-establishing an authentic relationship with yourself and others so that you may show up lovingly and mindfully to the life you envision. My aim is to create a nurturing, non-judgmental space where clients can feel at home in the healing process. I use a sense of humor, empathy, and compassion to build rapport with clients, and also to support clients in feeling empowered on their transformative journey.
I utilize a strength-based and psychodynamic approach that will guide you in re-establishing an authentic relationship with yourself and others so that you may show up lovingly and mindfully to the life you envision. My aim is to create a nurturing, non-judgmental space where clients can feel at home in the healing process. I use a sense of humor, empathy, and compassion to build rapport with clients, and also to support clients in feeling empowered on their transformative journey.
On Purpose Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck, misunderstood, misrepresented, or demotivated? My name is Rowana and I am a telehealth therapist at On Purpose Wellness, providing services throughout California. I have 15+ years of experience and I've dedicated my life to guiding individuals just like you towards a brighter, more fulfilling future. My mission is to help you overcome challenges and barriers to achieve success. Together, we'll tap into your hidden potential and capacity, unleashing the better version of yourself that's waiting to emerge. If you're ready to embark on a transformative journey, let's connect!
Feeling stuck, misunderstood, misrepresented, or demotivated? My name is Rowana and I am a telehealth therapist at On Purpose Wellness, providing services throughout California. I have 15+ years of experience and I've dedicated my life to guiding individuals just like you towards a brighter, more fulfilling future. My mission is to help you overcome challenges and barriers to achieve success. Together, we'll tap into your hidden potential and capacity, unleashing the better version of yourself that's waiting to emerge. If you're ready to embark on a transformative journey, let's connect!
Welcome to Whole Integration Therapy! I'm Emily Walton, and I am a Licensed Clinicial Professional Counselor (LPCC). I work from a Relational approach to understand how your past is impacting your present. Working together, we can try new ways of relating in a safe and confidential space. While it is beneficial to work beyond the past, we must first know what we are working with. Once known, we move into targeted skills that focus on boundary development, interpersonal skills, communication, challenging unhelpful thoughts, self esteem/self concept/self identity, secure attachment within the therapeutic relationship.
Welcome to Whole Integration Therapy! I'm Emily Walton, and I am a Licensed Clinicial Professional Counselor (LPCC). I work from a Relational approach to understand how your past is impacting your present. Working together, we can try new ways of relating in a safe and confidential space. While it is beneficial to work beyond the past, we must first know what we are working with. Once known, we move into targeted skills that focus on boundary development, interpersonal skills, communication, challenging unhelpful thoughts, self esteem/self concept/self identity, secure attachment within the therapeutic relationship.
My name is Leslie Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California and work with clients statewide via telehealth. My experience includes 20 years in the clinical psychotherapy and professional counseling arena, working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, and complex trauma. I provide individual therapy to adults experiencing a wide range of concerns and mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, complex trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, self-esteem, substance abuse, and relationship issues.
My name is Leslie Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California and work with clients statewide via telehealth. My experience includes 20 years in the clinical psychotherapy and professional counseling arena, working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, and complex trauma. I provide individual therapy to adults experiencing a wide range of concerns and mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, complex trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, self-esteem, substance abuse, and relationship issues.
I’m Abigail Jacques, but you can just call me Abby! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. Choosing to begin therapy is a vulnerable and brave step, and I can’t wait to walk alongside you in this process. I typically work with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, life changes, self-esteem, and balancing the ups and downs of life. I am particularly passionate about helping those who wish to process and heal from trauma. I want my clients to feel like they are being understood and supported, not just assessed and analyzed.
I’m Abigail Jacques, but you can just call me Abby! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. Choosing to begin therapy is a vulnerable and brave step, and I can’t wait to walk alongside you in this process. I typically work with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, life changes, self-esteem, and balancing the ups and downs of life. I am particularly passionate about helping those who wish to process and heal from trauma. I want my clients to feel like they are being understood and supported, not just assessed and analyzed.
My name is Vivian E. Johnson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I predominately utilize the psychodynamic approach. I work with individuals, families, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and trauma. I help clients recognize their recurring unhelpful thought, emotional and behavioral patterns, and the defense mechanisms they've developed to avoid distress and cope with stress. This insight may allow them to begin changing those patterns and develop more helpful and healthier ways to cope with life stressors.
My name is Vivian E. Johnson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I predominately utilize the psychodynamic approach. I work with individuals, families, and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and trauma. I help clients recognize their recurring unhelpful thought, emotional and behavioral patterns, and the defense mechanisms they've developed to avoid distress and cope with stress. This insight may allow them to begin changing those patterns and develop more helpful and healthier ways to cope with life stressors.
Stress Management, Work Changes, Life Transitions, Divorce, Parenting, Self Esteem issues, Relationship troubles, and Behavior Management.
Dr. Silva is the Chief Behavior Health Officer for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Stress Management, Work Changes, Life Transitions, Divorce, Parenting, Self Esteem issues, Relationship troubles, and Behavior Management.
Dr. Silva is the Chief Behavior Health Officer for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Kathryn Christine & Calm Connections-Mental Health
Counselor, LPCC, MS, PPS
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS-My passion in life is to provide therapeutic counseling support and interventions for adults, adolescents, and children whom are experiencing difficulty in some area of their life. I have over 17 years of experience treating clients struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, trauma, self esteem, behavior/anger management, eating disorders, weight management and provide family and marriage therapy. I am currently providing tele-health services to provide support to clients throughout California! Please email or call if interested in making an appointment.
I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS-My passion in life is to provide therapeutic counseling support and interventions for adults, adolescents, and children whom are experiencing difficulty in some area of their life. I have over 17 years of experience treating clients struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, trauma, self esteem, behavior/anger management, eating disorders, weight management and provide family and marriage therapy. I am currently providing tele-health services to provide support to clients throughout California! Please email or call if interested in making an appointment.
Jessica Ayala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
How do you envision your life? Are you struggling with co-parenting, relationship issues, anxiety or depression? It takes courage to envision and seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with adults, children, and families. My therapeutic style is straightforward, honest, and goal-oriented, and more often than not, there is room for humor and laughter in a therapy session.
How do you envision your life? Are you struggling with co-parenting, relationship issues, anxiety or depression? It takes courage to envision and seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with adults, children, and families. My therapeutic style is straightforward, honest, and goal-oriented, and more often than not, there is room for humor and laughter in a therapy session.
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Verified Verified
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San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Therapy is a space to explore your thoughts and emotions, practice new skills, understand your purpose, and become the best version of yourself. We all have moments where we reach a problem and we ask ourselves "How do I get through this?" or "What should I do?" In my work, I place emphasis on resiliency, hope, and discovering solutions that work in your life. My clinical experience includes treatment of depression, anxiety and assisting with difficult life transitions. I am passionate about providing a safe, healing space for communities of color.
Therapy is a space to explore your thoughts and emotions, practice new skills, understand your purpose, and become the best version of yourself. We all have moments where we reach a problem and we ask ourselves "How do I get through this?" or "What should I do?" In my work, I place emphasis on resiliency, hope, and discovering solutions that work in your life. My clinical experience includes treatment of depression, anxiety and assisting with difficult life transitions. I am passionate about providing a safe, healing space for communities of color.
If you're looking to live your best life and need a safe place to work through life's challenges, I can help! I support people dealing with anxiety, self esteem struggles, interpersonal or relationship issues, life transitions, career difficulties, managing stress, feeling "stuck", health concerns, family conflict, and/or depression. I also work with all types of partnerships and commitments (romantic or otherwise) on a range of concerns. Therapy doesn't have to wait for a crisis. It can just be a space to process daily events. Being a person is hard sometimes!
If you're looking to live your best life and need a safe place to work through life's challenges, I can help! I support people dealing with anxiety, self esteem struggles, interpersonal or relationship issues, life transitions, career difficulties, managing stress, feeling "stuck", health concerns, family conflict, and/or depression. I also work with all types of partnerships and commitments (romantic or otherwise) on a range of concerns. Therapy doesn't have to wait for a crisis. It can just be a space to process daily events. Being a person is hard sometimes!
I specialize in working with teens. Life consistently requires us to adjust and that is hard. Are you struggling in your relationship or in your ability to communicate with your spouse, teen or parents? Do you often find yourself wondering what you can do to help yourself or a loved one? At times nothing seems to work. Reaching out to a therapist can be scary and I realize there are many options. Anxiety, depression, low confidence/ self esteem, anger issues, decision making, mood disorders, poor communication skills, addiction and behavioral issues are some of the things I can help with. Over 22 years working with teens.
I specialize in working with teens. Life consistently requires us to adjust and that is hard. Are you struggling in your relationship or in your ability to communicate with your spouse, teen or parents? Do you often find yourself wondering what you can do to help yourself or a loved one? At times nothing seems to work. Reaching out to a therapist can be scary and I realize there are many options. Anxiety, depression, low confidence/ self esteem, anger issues, decision making, mood disorders, poor communication skills, addiction and behavioral issues are some of the things I can help with. Over 22 years working with teens.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I bring an open, non-judgmental, and empathetic approach to therapy. I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I started my career as an HIV test counselor, supporting people through what can be a scary and difficult time. I later earned my master's in social work from San Diego State University, where my area of study was community mental health. Serving the community and connecting with individuals has been a driving force in my career. I know it is really difficult to be human. My values of compassion and empathy drive me to do this work.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I bring an open, non-judgmental, and empathetic approach to therapy. I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I started my career as an HIV test counselor, supporting people through what can be a scary and difficult time. I later earned my master's in social work from San Diego State University, where my area of study was community mental health. Serving the community and connecting with individuals has been a driving force in my career. I know it is really difficult to be human. My values of compassion and empathy drive me to do this work.
Seeking therapy takes courage and strength. Are you experiencing feeling stuck due to childhood trauma? I am here to provide you with unconditional support to process through your anxiety, depression, and other unresolved feelings at your pace. Sometimes we may need someone who is there for us and there are no problems in life that are too big or small. You have taken the first step to seek help, I can help you discover your inner strength to bounce back and deep inside you may be wishing for peace and equilibrium. As a therapist, I aim to help you reach those goals together to bring about inner peace.
Seeking therapy takes courage and strength. Are you experiencing feeling stuck due to childhood trauma? I am here to provide you with unconditional support to process through your anxiety, depression, and other unresolved feelings at your pace. Sometimes we may need someone who is there for us and there are no problems in life that are too big or small. You have taken the first step to seek help, I can help you discover your inner strength to bounce back and deep inside you may be wishing for peace and equilibrium. As a therapist, I aim to help you reach those goals together to bring about inner peace.
Kristen Silva
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Taking the steps toward seeking help is a hard and brave process, and I commend you for leaning into the first step for your healing. Hi, my name is Kristen and I’m a licensed therapist in CA. I strongly believe that the key to success in therapy is having a good therapeutic relationship with your therapist because without it, therapy can be challenging to be vulnerable and to trust the process. I’ve had years of training and experience geared around helping clients with anxiety, trauma, depression, self esteem issues, grief, relationship difficulties, and phase of life problems.
Taking the steps toward seeking help is a hard and brave process, and I commend you for leaning into the first step for your healing. Hi, my name is Kristen and I’m a licensed therapist in CA. I strongly believe that the key to success in therapy is having a good therapeutic relationship with your therapist because without it, therapy can be challenging to be vulnerable and to trust the process. I’ve had years of training and experience geared around helping clients with anxiety, trauma, depression, self esteem issues, grief, relationship difficulties, and phase of life problems.
Do you feel anxious due to your work, family issues, low self-esteem, and relationship issues? I can especially help those with anxiety/panic attacks. I make it a priority to help clients with buried feelings who have trouble speaking on their emotions. Communicating emotionally is extremely important to promote well-rounded and mature adults. I will help you enhance your self-awareness around unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and build skills necessary to handle life more effectively and develop actionable steps to reach your goals.
Do you feel anxious due to your work, family issues, low self-esteem, and relationship issues? I can especially help those with anxiety/panic attacks. I make it a priority to help clients with buried feelings who have trouble speaking on their emotions. Communicating emotionally is extremely important to promote well-rounded and mature adults. I will help you enhance your self-awareness around unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and build skills necessary to handle life more effectively and develop actionable steps to reach your goals.
Beatriz Molina
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101
Waitlist for new clients
In our diverse and ever-changing world, individuals from various backgrounds face unique challenges that can impact their mental health and well-being. My ideal client is someone who recognizes their need for change—whether they’re dealing with gender/sexuality conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or navigating identity and self-esteem challenges. They understand the importance of addressing these issues in a space that respects and incorporates their cultural, ethnic, and personal identity into the healing process. My ideal client is someone who is willing to put in the necessary work to elicit change.
In our diverse and ever-changing world, individuals from various backgrounds face unique challenges that can impact their mental health and well-being. My ideal client is someone who recognizes their need for change—whether they’re dealing with gender/sexuality conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or navigating identity and self-esteem challenges. They understand the importance of addressing these issues in a space that respects and incorporates their cultural, ethnic, and personal identity into the healing process. My ideal client is someone who is willing to put in the necessary work to elicit change.
Life's journey can present formidable challenges, whether it's unresolved trauma, postpartum struggles, self-esteem issues, or relationship complexities. The fact that you're considering positive change speaks volumes about your strength and resilience. Together, let's embark on a transformative journey towards your goals. I am not just your therapist but a dedicated ally, committed to empowering you through empathy and understanding. Your experiences are valid, and I am here to support you in overcoming these obstacles. Imagine a life where you feel empowered, resilient, and content. We can collaboratively work toward that reality.
Life's journey can present formidable challenges, whether it's unresolved trauma, postpartum struggles, self-esteem issues, or relationship complexities. The fact that you're considering positive change speaks volumes about your strength and resilience. Together, let's embark on a transformative journey towards your goals. I am not just your therapist but a dedicated ally, committed to empowering you through empathy and understanding. Your experiences are valid, and I am here to support you in overcoming these obstacles. Imagine a life where you feel empowered, resilient, and content. We can collaboratively work toward that reality.
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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.