Self Esteem Therapists in Milpitas, CA
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Angel Ouza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035 (Online Only)
Welcome and thank you for being brave! I am honored to walk alongside your journey & grateful that you reached out for help. I believe, at one point, everyone needs some type of assistance. We are human and will no doubt encounter challenges. At some point, we may deal with family/relationship issues, self-identity issues, grief, unforeseen circumstances, depression, trauma, career changes, self-esteem concerns, anxiety, and/or trouble coping with the stressors of daily life. Embracing these challenges with the right support allows you to be on your way to achieving your goals.Together we can make things better. I believe in you!
Welcome and thank you for being brave! I am honored to walk alongside your journey & grateful that you reached out for help. I believe, at one point, everyone needs some type of assistance. We are human and will no doubt encounter challenges. At some point, we may deal with family/relationship issues, self-identity issues, grief, unforeseen circumstances, depression, trauma, career changes, self-esteem concerns, anxiety, and/or trouble coping with the stressors of daily life. Embracing these challenges with the right support allows you to be on your way to achieving your goals.Together we can make things better. I believe in you!
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I am a licensed marriage & family therapist with over 40 years of experience in psychotherapy & personal development. My approach to therapy is best described as eclectic. I draw from a number of therapeutic approaches, primarily Client-Centered, CBT, Mindfulness, & Strength-Based. To me, the most important aspect of a successful therapy experience is the quality of the relationship established between client & therapist, based on mutual trust & willingness to commit to the process.
I am a licensed marriage & family therapist with over 40 years of experience in psychotherapy & personal development. My approach to therapy is best described as eclectic. I draw from a number of therapeutic approaches, primarily Client-Centered, CBT, Mindfulness, & Strength-Based. To me, the most important aspect of a successful therapy experience is the quality of the relationship established between client & therapist, based on mutual trust & willingness to commit to the process.
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Despite your best efforts to be happy, are you finding that a sense of contentment, authenticity and self-confidence continues to elude you? Do you long for a way to finally feel that you are managing your anxiety rather than your anxiety is managing you? What would it feel like to begin healing the pain of your past, including your most painful losses, and move forward into new possibilities? I work with a variety of issues including depression and anxiety and I specialize in the challenges of grief & loss and low self-esteem.
Despite your best efforts to be happy, are you finding that a sense of contentment, authenticity and self-confidence continues to elude you? Do you long for a way to finally feel that you are managing your anxiety rather than your anxiety is managing you? What would it feel like to begin healing the pain of your past, including your most painful losses, and move forward into new possibilities? I work with a variety of issues including depression and anxiety and I specialize in the challenges of grief & loss and low self-esteem.
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My name is Jen Larratt-Smith, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience. I work primarily with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma. My style best fits adults who find themselves struggling with anxiety, or depression or the effects of trauma. Sometimes it is a situational stressor that triggers these symptoms. Sometimes it is a chronic struggle with their self-esteem or their difficult past.
My name is Jen Larratt-Smith, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience. I work primarily with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma. My style best fits adults who find themselves struggling with anxiety, or depression or the effects of trauma. Sometimes it is a situational stressor that triggers these symptoms. Sometimes it is a chronic struggle with their self-esteem or their difficult past.
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Hello, I'm Reina Bicciche, a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR) based in Los Angeles, California, and extending telehealth services throughout the state. Specializing in anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem, and relationship dynamics, my therapeutic approach is rooted in fostering holistic well-being for individuals across the lifespan, from children and adolescents to adults.
Hello, I'm Reina Bicciche, a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR) based in Los Angeles, California, and extending telehealth services throughout the state. Specializing in anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem, and relationship dynamics, my therapeutic approach is rooted in fostering holistic well-being for individuals across the lifespan, from children and adolescents to adults.
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Jason Allen McClure
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
Stuck in a rut? Relationships on the rocks? Feeling paralysed by anxiety or crippled by depression? If you know that you're in need of change in your life, but aren't sure where to start, you've come to the right place. I can help you sort through the numerous complex pieces of your life to help you find ways to move forward that best match your unique life situations. I can help you find new ways to cope with the stress of modern living, I can help you repair fractured relationships, and I can assist you in your journey to find purpose.
Stuck in a rut? Relationships on the rocks? Feeling paralysed by anxiety or crippled by depression? If you know that you're in need of change in your life, but aren't sure where to start, you've come to the right place. I can help you sort through the numerous complex pieces of your life to help you find ways to move forward that best match your unique life situations. I can help you find new ways to cope with the stress of modern living, I can help you repair fractured relationships, and I can assist you in your journey to find purpose.
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(Watch a brief introductory video on my website!) I'll work with you to overcome limiting patterns and discover new, more fulfilling ways to be in the world. Along the way you may discover deeply held beliefs and emotional responses that shape your experience, and choose to let go of what no longer serves you, while giving greater expression to your authentic self. I offer a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment where you can safely explore your concerns. I specialize in helping individuals and couples find relief from anxiety and other distressing emotions, heal trauma, improve self-esteem, improve communication, and experience greater relationship satisfaction.
(Watch a brief introductory video on my website!) I'll work with you to overcome limiting patterns and discover new, more fulfilling ways to be in the world. Along the way you may discover deeply held beliefs and emotional responses that shape your experience, and choose to let go of what no longer serves you, while giving greater expression to your authentic self. I offer a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment where you can safely explore your concerns. I specialize in helping individuals and couples find relief from anxiety and other distressing emotions, heal trauma, improve self-esteem, improve communication, and experience greater relationship satisfaction.
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My clinical preference are adolescents and young adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, conflicts in school or work, as well as self esteem.
Are you are battling with feelings of inadequacy? Struggling with depression, anxiety, or addiction? Maybe having relationships are a challenge for you. The pressure of the Bay area or unmet expectations can sometimes make us feel hopeless and tired. Change can be difficult. At times like this, I could be helpful to you. What I provide, may get you on the path for long lasting healing.
My clinical preference are adolescents and young adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, conflicts in school or work, as well as self esteem.
Are you are battling with feelings of inadequacy? Struggling with depression, anxiety, or addiction? Maybe having relationships are a challenge for you. The pressure of the Bay area or unmet expectations can sometimes make us feel hopeless and tired. Change can be difficult. At times like this, I could be helpful to you. What I provide, may get you on the path for long lasting healing.
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Do you feel depressed, anxious or emotionally stuck? Feeling lost or overwhelmed? Life is full of up and down, and a lot of us chose to hide true feeling and try to move on. However, like physical injury, emotional wound needs appropriate attention & treatment too. If you let me, I would appreciate this great opportunity to join you on your journey of feeling, healing and growing. As a licensed clinical social worker with 6 years’ experience in the field, I have worked passionately with individuals, families, adults, hospital patients and children to learn positive ways and skills to cope with many stressors in life.
Do you feel depressed, anxious or emotionally stuck? Feeling lost or overwhelmed? Life is full of up and down, and a lot of us chose to hide true feeling and try to move on. However, like physical injury, emotional wound needs appropriate attention & treatment too. If you let me, I would appreciate this great opportunity to join you on your journey of feeling, healing and growing. As a licensed clinical social worker with 6 years’ experience in the field, I have worked passionately with individuals, families, adults, hospital patients and children to learn positive ways and skills to cope with many stressors in life.
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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."
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Trouble sleeping? I’m a clinical sleep psychologist specializing in insomnia. For the last 10+ years I’ve helped people of all ages, genders, and walks of life overcome insomnia and get their sleep and life back. If you suffer from sleep problems, I offer expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the gold-standard treatment. I’ve been a consultant and contributor to the Calm app, featured in their “Sleep Stories” on the topic of sleep science, and am a certified CBT-I clinician with a high level of proficiency in the program developed and tested at Harvard Medical School.
Trouble sleeping? I’m a clinical sleep psychologist specializing in insomnia. For the last 10+ years I’ve helped people of all ages, genders, and walks of life overcome insomnia and get their sleep and life back. If you suffer from sleep problems, I offer expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the gold-standard treatment. I’ve been a consultant and contributor to the Calm app, featured in their “Sleep Stories” on the topic of sleep science, and am a certified CBT-I clinician with a high level of proficiency in the program developed and tested at Harvard Medical School.
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My name is Rebecca Banke, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy that is individualized to your own needs, strengths, and goals. I believe you are the true expert in your life, and we will work in collaboration to reach your treatment goals. I have worked with a variety of different populations aging from 14 years old and on. My experience is typically with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life adjustments and work/school related conflicts.
My name is Rebecca Banke, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy that is individualized to your own needs, strengths, and goals. I believe you are the true expert in your life, and we will work in collaboration to reach your treatment goals. I have worked with a variety of different populations aging from 14 years old and on. My experience is typically with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life adjustments and work/school related conflicts.
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I am humbled by the opportunity to work with clients in therapy. My focus is on creating a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for clients to bring and work through whatever they bring to treatment. My background includes working with children, youth, and adults with an array of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and family issues, all through a culturally sensitive lens.
I am humbled by the opportunity to work with clients in therapy. My focus is on creating a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for clients to bring and work through whatever they bring to treatment. My background includes working with children, youth, and adults with an array of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and family issues, all through a culturally sensitive lens.
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Rosalie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milpitas, CA 95035 (Online Only)
We all pick up unhelpful coping mechanisms and survival skills during those early foundational years, but we don't deserve to feel stuck with them forever. Everyone benefits from taking a moment to pause and reevaluate to identify beneficial changes and update your view of yourself in a way that is authentic to you-not your baggage. I find a strong therapeutic relationship is key to successful therapy, and that is my priority. Our initial session we'll review what is bringing you to counseling. From there, we will collaborate to create goals and use the safety of the therapeutic relationship to find your personal version of growth.
We all pick up unhelpful coping mechanisms and survival skills during those early foundational years, but we don't deserve to feel stuck with them forever. Everyone benefits from taking a moment to pause and reevaluate to identify beneficial changes and update your view of yourself in a way that is authentic to you-not your baggage. I find a strong therapeutic relationship is key to successful therapy, and that is my priority. Our initial session we'll review what is bringing you to counseling. From there, we will collaborate to create goals and use the safety of the therapeutic relationship to find your personal version of growth.
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Hypnotherapy & Reiki @ Natural Health Center
BS, CCHT, Reiki
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milpitas, CA 95035
Seeking solutions that bring balance and calm in your life? I offer guided mind body healing therapies such as Hypnotherapy and EFT, that empower you to find solutions for the following issues: PAIN, INSOMNIA, GRIEF, WEIGHT, ANXIETY, STRESS, TRAUMA, HABITS, CRAVINGS, RELATIONSHIPS, or PAST LIVES. Hypnotherapy can be effective in building a bridge between the conscious mind and subconscious mind in order to explore the source and solutions of emotional, mental, and physical issues. This expanded state of consciousness allows for genuine realizations and the motivation to implement lasting transformations.
Seeking solutions that bring balance and calm in your life? I offer guided mind body healing therapies such as Hypnotherapy and EFT, that empower you to find solutions for the following issues: PAIN, INSOMNIA, GRIEF, WEIGHT, ANXIETY, STRESS, TRAUMA, HABITS, CRAVINGS, RELATIONSHIPS, or PAST LIVES. Hypnotherapy can be effective in building a bridge between the conscious mind and subconscious mind in order to explore the source and solutions of emotional, mental, and physical issues. This expanded state of consciousness allows for genuine realizations and the motivation to implement lasting transformations.
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Dina Aladort is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting clients ages 18 and over suffering from mood disorders, depression, stress, anxiety, life transitions, sleep or insomnia, coping skills, and relationship issues. I am trauma-informed, relationally focused, and compassionate, drawing from many modalities to fit my client's differing and unique needs. I typically work with clients ages 18 and over suffering from mood disorders, depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, life transitions, sleep or insomnia, coping skills, and relationship issues.
Dina Aladort is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting clients ages 18 and over suffering from mood disorders, depression, stress, anxiety, life transitions, sleep or insomnia, coping skills, and relationship issues. I am trauma-informed, relationally focused, and compassionate, drawing from many modalities to fit my client's differing and unique needs. I typically work with clients ages 18 and over suffering from mood disorders, depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, life transitions, sleep or insomnia, coping skills, and relationship issues.
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Hi there. I am Maribeth. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I love to work with individuals who want to improve relationships, personal issues, and overall outlook on life. I often work with people who struggle with depression, anxiety and loneliness. In my work, I strive to empower clients with tools, resources, and support. I work with individuals and families who are going through life transitions, relationships/communication issues, addiction issues, depression and anxiety. I like to work with individuals who are motivated to make a change in their lives and has potential to see a better outcome for themselves.
Hi there. I am Maribeth. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I love to work with individuals who want to improve relationships, personal issues, and overall outlook on life. I often work with people who struggle with depression, anxiety and loneliness. In my work, I strive to empower clients with tools, resources, and support. I work with individuals and families who are going through life transitions, relationships/communication issues, addiction issues, depression and anxiety. I like to work with individuals who are motivated to make a change in their lives and has potential to see a better outcome for themselves.
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I offer Brief Emotional Therapy, 4-7 sessions for individuals and couples although some folks have stayed longer for ongoing well-being. I facilitate your journey without judgement or attitude, hopefully helping you work through whatever you may be experiencing ; to make sense of the past, present and future, to learn how to manage problematic thoughts, feelings, behaviors or to work through relational issues so that you may continue to grow and evolve.
I offer Brief Emotional Therapy, 4-7 sessions for individuals and couples although some folks have stayed longer for ongoing well-being. I facilitate your journey without judgement or attitude, hopefully helping you work through whatever you may be experiencing ; to make sense of the past, present and future, to learn how to manage problematic thoughts, feelings, behaviors or to work through relational issues so that you may continue to grow and evolve.
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Sophia Ngo | Holistic Therapist For Asian Americans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Milpitas, CA 95035
Are you feeling stuck or even having a hard time identifying what the feelings are? Life can sometimes throw challenges that can impact our emotional well-being. Anxiety can affect your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, making it challenging to engage fully in life's activities. Depression can leave you feeling sad, hopeless, and disinterested in things you once enjoyed. It drains your energy and affects your sleep patterns, appetite, and overall motivation. I believe in the power of authentic and empathetic conversations that can help you understand the underlying cause of your problems and transform them for the better.
Are you feeling stuck or even having a hard time identifying what the feelings are? Life can sometimes throw challenges that can impact our emotional well-being. Anxiety can affect your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, making it challenging to engage fully in life's activities. Depression can leave you feeling sad, hopeless, and disinterested in things you once enjoyed. It drains your energy and affects your sleep patterns, appetite, and overall motivation. I believe in the power of authentic and empathetic conversations that can help you understand the underlying cause of your problems and transform them for the better.
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Hello there! I'm Alyssa Balli, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Southern California and providing telehealth therapy services statewide. I I'm passionate about working with individuals, adolescents and young adults and couples seeking to deepen their bonds, relationships and connections with others as well as themselves. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside others in their journey toward growth! I have a deep passion for working with trauma survivors and people looking to increase connection in relationships.
Hello there! I'm Alyssa Balli, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Southern California and providing telehealth therapy services statewide. I I'm passionate about working with individuals, adolescents and young adults and couples seeking to deepen their bonds, relationships and connections with others as well as themselves. I appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside others in their journey toward growth! I have a deep passion for working with trauma survivors and people looking to increase connection in relationships.
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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.