Therapists in San Francisco, CA
If you've stumbled upon this page I imagine that you're trying to find a therapist that you feel like you can talk to, someone who will understand you. From this page and my website, I hope you can get a feel for me and how I work. I see psychotherapy as a place where you get to express yourself as freely as possible within the context of a trusting and supportive relationship.
If you've stumbled upon this page I imagine that you're trying to find a therapist that you feel like you can talk to, someone who will understand you. From this page and my website, I hope you can get a feel for me and how I work. I see psychotherapy as a place where you get to express yourself as freely as possible within the context of a trusting and supportive relationship.
Are you struggling in your relationships or personal connections? Suffering from depression or anxiety? Experiencing loss, grief or sadness? Difficulty with work/life balance? You don't need to struggle alone. I'm a psychotherapist with over 40 years of experience, and I'm here to help. Individuals, couples and families call me when they're ready to tackle the problems that make life difficult.
Are you struggling in your relationships or personal connections? Suffering from depression or anxiety? Experiencing loss, grief or sadness? Difficulty with work/life balance? You don't need to struggle alone. I'm a psychotherapist with over 40 years of experience, and I'm here to help. Individuals, couples and families call me when they're ready to tackle the problems that make life difficult.
Lauren Cromer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114
Difficult conversations are my specialty. I offer a compassionate and accepting space for my clients to explore the stressors that keep them from being who they want to be. The adults and adolescents that I work with often come to me feeling stuck and uncertain about how to best navigate important decisions in their lives. By connecting to your desires, your needs and yourself, you can learn to put yourself first and live your life for you. Throughout this process, you can count on me to shine a light on even the littlest of wins while you experiment with new ways of navigating the world.
Difficult conversations are my specialty. I offer a compassionate and accepting space for my clients to explore the stressors that keep them from being who they want to be. The adults and adolescents that I work with often come to me feeling stuck and uncertain about how to best navigate important decisions in their lives. By connecting to your desires, your needs and yourself, you can learn to put yourself first and live your life for you. Throughout this process, you can count on me to shine a light on even the littlest of wins while you experiment with new ways of navigating the world.
J.Peterson Counseling and Coaching Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94105 (Online Only)
There are times in our lives where we may feel alone, disconnected, and misunderstood. Often, we are not sure how or where to seek help. In our individualized society, it feels like we must do everything on our own. Just know that YOU are not alone, and you should not feel like you have to do it all alone either. Our subconscious thoughts can overtake our minds and make us believe our own “lies”, and even forget who we are. I am here to guide you and to help you take control of your life and mind. I will help you set realistic goals and overcome the struggles you may be experiencing.
There are times in our lives where we may feel alone, disconnected, and misunderstood. Often, we are not sure how or where to seek help. In our individualized society, it feels like we must do everything on our own. Just know that YOU are not alone, and you should not feel like you have to do it all alone either. Our subconscious thoughts can overtake our minds and make us believe our own “lies”, and even forget who we are. I am here to guide you and to help you take control of your life and mind. I will help you set realistic goals and overcome the struggles you may be experiencing.
Aly Giermann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94105 (Online Only)
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: I believe therapy is a powerful tool for change and personal empowerment. It can be difficult to make the decision to seek support, but I believe starting therapy is a courageous act of self-compassion. I aim to provide a warm, genuine, and collaborative approach when working with clients. I strive to create a connection that allows clients to be themselves and feel safe to work through any obstacles in their path. Utilizing a strengths-based approach, I work with clients to build confidence and skills to navigate life stressors and to create a life they can’t wait to wake up to.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: I believe therapy is a powerful tool for change and personal empowerment. It can be difficult to make the decision to seek support, but I believe starting therapy is a courageous act of self-compassion. I aim to provide a warm, genuine, and collaborative approach when working with clients. I strive to create a connection that allows clients to be themselves and feel safe to work through any obstacles in their path. Utilizing a strengths-based approach, I work with clients to build confidence and skills to navigate life stressors and to create a life they can’t wait to wake up to.
The Holistic Counseling Center, Kim Burris LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94105
Life's too short to stay stuck in survival mode. If you're tired of feeling burdened by your past, battling anxiety, or stuck in an endless cycle of stress and overwhelm, I can help. Me and my team work with adults, teens, moms and couples, and specialize in humans struggling with: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum (PPD/PPA), Trauma, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, and Life Purpose. Modalities include: Internal Family Systems (IFS), Depth Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, Somatic Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. We can help you unearth the root cause of your struggles, find relief from your pain, and start rebuilding your life.
Life's too short to stay stuck in survival mode. If you're tired of feeling burdened by your past, battling anxiety, or stuck in an endless cycle of stress and overwhelm, I can help. Me and my team work with adults, teens, moms and couples, and specialize in humans struggling with: Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum (PPD/PPA), Trauma, Relationships, Self-Esteem, Stress, and Life Purpose. Modalities include: Internal Family Systems (IFS), Depth Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, Somatic Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. We can help you unearth the root cause of your struggles, find relief from your pain, and start rebuilding your life.
Lilac Kenner
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94104
Oh hey, you're still here :) I specialize in alleviating anxiety/depression, raising your self esteem, and helping you make peace with your body.
Are you stuck in a cycle of anxiety, insecurity, and feeling at war with your body? Do you feel insecure and anxious more often than not? I help you through a combination of therapeutic expertise, personal experience, and my versatile approach tailored to YOU and your needs. Therapy is one way to start or continue your journey towards peace, contentment, and joy in your everyday life.
Oh hey, you're still here :) I specialize in alleviating anxiety/depression, raising your self esteem, and helping you make peace with your body.
Are you stuck in a cycle of anxiety, insecurity, and feeling at war with your body? Do you feel insecure and anxious more often than not? I help you through a combination of therapeutic expertise, personal experience, and my versatile approach tailored to YOU and your needs. Therapy is one way to start or continue your journey towards peace, contentment, and joy in your everyday life.
Euriah (Dong E.) Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94105 (Online Only)
We all know life can be stressful and filled with different challenges that overwhelm us. It is only natural that sometimes you may feel lost and helpless when you try to deal with these matters by yourself, including life transitions, work stress, relationship difficulties, cultural/racial problems and so on. I would like to assist you in navigating your path to better understand these issues, find best ways to manage them, and process your emotions in a safe place, so that you can better yourself and achieve your goals through that experience. In our work together, I will help you to live a more meaningful and joyful life.
We all know life can be stressful and filled with different challenges that overwhelm us. It is only natural that sometimes you may feel lost and helpless when you try to deal with these matters by yourself, including life transitions, work stress, relationship difficulties, cultural/racial problems and so on. I would like to assist you in navigating your path to better understand these issues, find best ways to manage them, and process your emotions in a safe place, so that you can better yourself and achieve your goals through that experience. In our work together, I will help you to live a more meaningful and joyful life.
Laura Crystal Mallory
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94116
I can help with low self esteem, high anxiety and periodic feelings of low mood.
If you are looking for someone who will help you heal from grief, loss, anxiety, depression and trauma, I can help by listening deeply, offering guidance, structure, and a compassionate mirror for you so that you can understand your experiences of pain and transform them. I guide you to your own insights about how to heal, that way your healing is lasting and transformative. I am real with you, authentic and honest in how I approach being your therapist.
I can help with low self esteem, high anxiety and periodic feelings of low mood.
If you are looking for someone who will help you heal from grief, loss, anxiety, depression and trauma, I can help by listening deeply, offering guidance, structure, and a compassionate mirror for you so that you can understand your experiences of pain and transform them. I guide you to your own insights about how to heal, that way your healing is lasting and transformative. I am real with you, authentic and honest in how I approach being your therapist.
Samatra Downing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC, MEd
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94115 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I have a Master's degree in Social Work from San Jose State University, as well as two Pupil Personnel Service Credentials, from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. I specialize in work with underserved youth in urban settings. Currently, I am a full time School Social Worker for San Francisco Unified School District.I have experience in working with issues of grief and trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem,ADHD, parenting issues, and the supervision of ASW, and MFT Trainee's towards clinical licensure.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I have a Master's degree in Social Work from San Jose State University, as well as two Pupil Personnel Service Credentials, from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. I specialize in work with underserved youth in urban settings. Currently, I am a full time School Social Worker for San Francisco Unified School District.I have experience in working with issues of grief and trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem,ADHD, parenting issues, and the supervision of ASW, and MFT Trainee's towards clinical licensure.
Jeanne Foss Swaine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94123
I’m interested in how parent-child dynamics can relate to depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and interruptions in important milestones (such as finding independence, creating satisfying relationships, and family building).
Seeking therapy is a courageous, empowering step. Although you are strong, you shouldn't have to walk through life's hardships alone. I provide individual and couples counseling with a mindful and compassionate approach around subjects such as grief and loss, depression and anxiety, reclaiming one's self esteem, relational trauma, conflict resolution, fertility struggles, and new motherhood, to name a few. I am continually amazed by our natural ability to heal and thrive given the right kind of attention and caring presence.
I’m interested in how parent-child dynamics can relate to depression, anxiety, low self esteem, and interruptions in important milestones (such as finding independence, creating satisfying relationships, and family building).
Seeking therapy is a courageous, empowering step. Although you are strong, you shouldn't have to walk through life's hardships alone. I provide individual and couples counseling with a mindful and compassionate approach around subjects such as grief and loss, depression and anxiety, reclaiming one's self esteem, relational trauma, conflict resolution, fertility struggles, and new motherhood, to name a few. I am continually amazed by our natural ability to heal and thrive given the right kind of attention and caring presence.
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Talking to someone who truly listens can be life-changing. You may have clear ideas about what is troubling you or a general sense that things could be better. I work well with people who are motivated to to deepen self-understanding. My approach is collaborative, exploring new ways of thinking while attending to underlying feelings. Working together, you can gain more freedom in your life and have more satisfaction in areas of self-esteem, relationships, work and play.
Talking to someone who truly listens can be life-changing. You may have clear ideas about what is troubling you or a general sense that things could be better. I work well with people who are motivated to to deepen self-understanding. My approach is collaborative, exploring new ways of thinking while attending to underlying feelings. Working together, you can gain more freedom in your life and have more satisfaction in areas of self-esteem, relationships, work and play.
Virgine De Paepe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMT, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94104
Hello! I have a warm, active and authentic style. I am not the stereo typical therapist who sits back and nods. I'm engaged and curious about you and your process, and I'm constantly learning about new approaches to healing and therapy. I am originally from Belgium and have been living in the states for 20 years now. My ultimate goal is to inspire, guide and empower you to live more JOY-FUL lives. I have a strong interest in working with women on the foundation of their SELF ESTEEM and how this impacts their relationships and decisions.
Hello! I have a warm, active and authentic style. I am not the stereo typical therapist who sits back and nods. I'm engaged and curious about you and your process, and I'm constantly learning about new approaches to healing and therapy. I am originally from Belgium and have been living in the states for 20 years now. My ultimate goal is to inspire, guide and empower you to live more JOY-FUL lives. I have a strong interest in working with women on the foundation of their SELF ESTEEM and how this impacts their relationships and decisions.
Susan J Alexander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, BCCC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94101 (Online Only)
My aim is help people establish good boundaries, have self -regulation, breed self esteem, uncover strengths.
"When we are caught in our mind we cannot feel our own beingness" I am dedicated to working with individuals, families and young adults who are experiencing a range of emotional and behavioral concerns. Through client-centered sessions I offer a practice that deeply focuses on a myriad of issues including, anxiety, PTSD, depression, trauma, challenges with transitions in life stages, as well as finding purpose and searching for greater meaning and happiness. I seek to provide a space that is safe and supportive, where one can connect to and experience their deepest self, be listened to and validated.
My aim is help people establish good boundaries, have self -regulation, breed self esteem, uncover strengths.
"When we are caught in our mind we cannot feel our own beingness" I am dedicated to working with individuals, families and young adults who are experiencing a range of emotional and behavioral concerns. Through client-centered sessions I offer a practice that deeply focuses on a myriad of issues including, anxiety, PTSD, depression, trauma, challenges with transitions in life stages, as well as finding purpose and searching for greater meaning and happiness. I seek to provide a space that is safe and supportive, where one can connect to and experience their deepest self, be listened to and validated.
Precious E Nwaoha
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94101
Hi there! My name is Precious (Associate Clinical Social Worker License 111674) and I have a passion for serving diverse populations who may be affected by anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, women's health issues, and need support establishing coping skills. I am very versed and comfortable with diagnosis, even though I firmly believe it does not define who you are, it just provides a map for creating coping skills for you together. I am supervised by Cassandra Holt Kimbell, MSED, LPCC-S at Freestyle Therapy LLC and serve populations across California. Seeing clients virtually allows me to expand my reach of who I can help.
Hi there! My name is Precious (Associate Clinical Social Worker License 111674) and I have a passion for serving diverse populations who may be affected by anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, women's health issues, and need support establishing coping skills. I am very versed and comfortable with diagnosis, even though I firmly believe it does not define who you are, it just provides a map for creating coping skills for you together. I am supervised by Cassandra Holt Kimbell, MSED, LPCC-S at Freestyle Therapy LLC and serve populations across California. Seeing clients virtually allows me to expand my reach of who I can help.
Arianna Sifuentes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94111
Are you LGBTQIA+ and seeking support? Maybe you're tired of therapy that is just "LGBTQIA+ friendly" and not whole-heartedly LGBTQIA+ and trans-affirming. Or maybe this is your first time looking for a therapist who understands and validates your unique experiences. Regardless of where you are in your journey, I welcome you here. As a queer therapist, my practice is dedicated to providing affirming and celebratory therapy for individuals facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, gender identity, life transitions, complex trauma, boundaries, attachment, communication, and relationships.
Are you LGBTQIA+ and seeking support? Maybe you're tired of therapy that is just "LGBTQIA+ friendly" and not whole-heartedly LGBTQIA+ and trans-affirming. Or maybe this is your first time looking for a therapist who understands and validates your unique experiences. Regardless of where you are in your journey, I welcome you here. As a queer therapist, my practice is dedicated to providing affirming and celebratory therapy for individuals facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, gender identity, life transitions, complex trauma, boundaries, attachment, communication, and relationships.
Kim C. Stevens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94103
With compassion, presence and warmth, I am here to be your partner and guide on your growth journey. I partner with you to heal emotional trauma and gain self-acceptance through my specialized mind-body approach. I support you through healing limiting beliefs about yourself, developing excellent boundaries, and connecting with your inner-wisdom. You are unique and so is your therapy process, so we tailor our work together to your specific needs and goals. I serve empaths and highly sensitive people, supporting you in coming home to who you really are. Internal Family Systems. LGBTQ+. Somatic. Psychedelic integration.
With compassion, presence and warmth, I am here to be your partner and guide on your growth journey. I partner with you to heal emotional trauma and gain self-acceptance through my specialized mind-body approach. I support you through healing limiting beliefs about yourself, developing excellent boundaries, and connecting with your inner-wisdom. You are unique and so is your therapy process, so we tailor our work together to your specific needs and goals. I serve empaths and highly sensitive people, supporting you in coming home to who you really are. Internal Family Systems. LGBTQ+. Somatic. Psychedelic integration.
Roxanne Cueva
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94103 (Online Only)
Struggling with low self-esteem jeopardizes our everyday life. It drastically affects our confidence, limits our potential, and hinders us in our pursuit of happiness. Our thoughts are consumed by doubt, self-dislike, and shame, causing our dreams to slowly slip away from us. We start to rely heavily on the acceptance and opinion of others, but soon forget that the most important view of ourselves lies within. This space is for finding your true self, embracing it confidently, and for learning to see yourself with loving eyes.
Struggling with low self-esteem jeopardizes our everyday life. It drastically affects our confidence, limits our potential, and hinders us in our pursuit of happiness. Our thoughts are consumed by doubt, self-dislike, and shame, causing our dreams to slowly slip away from us. We start to rely heavily on the acceptance and opinion of others, but soon forget that the most important view of ourselves lies within. This space is for finding your true self, embracing it confidently, and for learning to see yourself with loving eyes.
Family is one of the most beautiful and important aspects of our lives. Navigating childhood and adolescence can be overwhelming, frustrating, challenging and confusing, at times. I use a strength-based approach through Integrative therapeutic modalities to build insight, self-esteem, confidence, balanced life, build connections and help find a client’s voice. I also help children and teens identify triggers, explore coping skills, learn self-advocacy, goal setting and how to live a healthier, happier life. I believe that a healthy family is at the core of well-adjusted happy children. I offer both individual and family therapy.
Family is one of the most beautiful and important aspects of our lives. Navigating childhood and adolescence can be overwhelming, frustrating, challenging and confusing, at times. I use a strength-based approach through Integrative therapeutic modalities to build insight, self-esteem, confidence, balanced life, build connections and help find a client’s voice. I also help children and teens identify triggers, explore coping skills, learn self-advocacy, goal setting and how to live a healthier, happier life. I believe that a healthy family is at the core of well-adjusted happy children. I offer both individual and family therapy.
My role as a psychologist is to help you navigate through a complex and stressful world. I'm most skilled at addressing issues related to depression and anxiety, relationship challenges, and self-esteem. Additionally, I enjoy helping people manage social and behavioral problems prevent healthy interactions with family, friends, and co-workers. I am experienced in addressing the challenges of both adults and children by drawing upon a few different theoretical perspectives to aid in helping individuals understand themselves, the origin of their problems, and how they can make changes in current life to feel happier.
My role as a psychologist is to help you navigate through a complex and stressful world. I'm most skilled at addressing issues related to depression and anxiety, relationship challenges, and self-esteem. Additionally, I enjoy helping people manage social and behavioral problems prevent healthy interactions with family, friends, and co-workers. I am experienced in addressing the challenges of both adults and children by drawing upon a few different theoretical perspectives to aid in helping individuals understand themselves, the origin of their problems, and how they can make changes in current life to feel happier.
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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.