Self Esteem Therapists in Venice, CA
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Laurel is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist working under the supervision of Susan Levin, LMFT47760. Utilizing an integrative approach of CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic perspectives, Laurel provides therapy through a holistic lens, aiming to see her clients from a full picture rather than just their symptomatology. Laurel works primarily with adolescents and young adults to treat clinical issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, unprocessed childhood trauma, identity, & self-esteem. She is passionate about helping people and believes that therapy is for everyone.
Laurel is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist working under the supervision of Susan Levin, LMFT47760. Utilizing an integrative approach of CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic perspectives, Laurel provides therapy through a holistic lens, aiming to see her clients from a full picture rather than just their symptomatology. Laurel works primarily with adolescents and young adults to treat clinical issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, unprocessed childhood trauma, identity, & self-esteem. She is passionate about helping people and believes that therapy is for everyone.
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Barbro Klausner
Marriage & Family Therapist, Barbro Klausner, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291
Do you feel lonely, misunderstood or maybe ashamed over something? Let's work together. Therapy is a journey of self-discovery. I offer a warm, safe and nurturing environment for you. My approach is to integrate the mind-body-spirit connection with mindfulness therapy, so that you can connect with your inner guide and your inner strength and wisdom. I can help you find your balance.
I work with a range of emotional and behavioral issues that span from therapy for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem issues, grief, parenting support, and beyond.
Do you feel lonely, misunderstood or maybe ashamed over something? Let's work together. Therapy is a journey of self-discovery. I offer a warm, safe and nurturing environment for you. My approach is to integrate the mind-body-spirit connection with mindfulness therapy, so that you can connect with your inner guide and your inner strength and wisdom. I can help you find your balance.
I work with a range of emotional and behavioral issues that span from therapy for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem issues, grief, parenting support, and beyond.
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Specializing in burnout, self-esteem, and life transitions, I offer individualized care to support your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. With a focus on holistic healing, my approach combines evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of the mind-body-spirit connection. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with self-esteem issues, or navigating significant life changes, I'm here to provide guidance, support, and tools for personal growth. Step into a nurturing environment where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and cultivate resilience.
Specializing in burnout, self-esteem, and life transitions, I offer individualized care to support your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. With a focus on holistic healing, my approach combines evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of the mind-body-spirit connection. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with self-esteem issues, or navigating significant life changes, I'm here to provide guidance, support, and tools for personal growth. Step into a nurturing environment where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and cultivate resilience.
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Madeline Madison
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
I am an Associate MFT and Art Therapist passionate about helping children, adolescents, and young adults overcome trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem, and perfectionism. Through a combination of traditional talk therapy, art therapy techniques, and evidence-based interventions, I aim to help clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and foster a positive self-image. I believe that it is not what happens to you, but how you handle it and harness change that really shapes your life.
I am an Associate MFT and Art Therapist passionate about helping children, adolescents, and young adults overcome trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem, and perfectionism. Through a combination of traditional talk therapy, art therapy techniques, and evidence-based interventions, I aim to help clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and foster a positive self-image. I believe that it is not what happens to you, but how you handle it and harness change that really shapes your life.
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Sam Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
I have experience supporting adults, couples, adolescents, and children, as well as adults in group therapy addressing such issues as trauma, self-worth, relationships, phase of life transitions, self esteem, substance use, mood disorders, and personality disorders.
The relationship between client and therapist is essential for meaningful work to take place. To honor your process, I will approach our discussions with warmth, empathy, sometimes humor, and realness, all with the intent to challenge you as we create the space to face your experience of the world. My therapeutic approach is integrative and relational, rooted in the idea that our past experiences influence our reflexive responses to the world around us as we continue to grow. In our work we will focus on the present and past to discover and adapt what hasn’t historically worked, as you navigate relationships, stressors, and change.
I have experience supporting adults, couples, adolescents, and children, as well as adults in group therapy addressing such issues as trauma, self-worth, relationships, phase of life transitions, self esteem, substance use, mood disorders, and personality disorders.
The relationship between client and therapist is essential for meaningful work to take place. To honor your process, I will approach our discussions with warmth, empathy, sometimes humor, and realness, all with the intent to challenge you as we create the space to face your experience of the world. My therapeutic approach is integrative and relational, rooted in the idea that our past experiences influence our reflexive responses to the world around us as we continue to grow. In our work we will focus on the present and past to discover and adapt what hasn’t historically worked, as you navigate relationships, stressors, and change.
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Tara Vatankhah
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RYT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
The natural ebb & flow of life can at times make us feel disconnected, lost or confused. Therapy can facilitate in building self-awareness & help put the pieces back together. I would feel honored to be part of your healing journey. The suffering we experience can become a gift if we work through it. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is based on the idea that wisdom lives within all of us. My hope is to help you tap into & live from that place of connection to your own unique inner compass. I utilize mindfulness, somatic, narrative, CBT & family systems theoretical frameworks to help you create & lead a more fulfilling life.
The natural ebb & flow of life can at times make us feel disconnected, lost or confused. Therapy can facilitate in building self-awareness & help put the pieces back together. I would feel honored to be part of your healing journey. The suffering we experience can become a gift if we work through it. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is based on the idea that wisdom lives within all of us. My hope is to help you tap into & live from that place of connection to your own unique inner compass. I utilize mindfulness, somatic, narrative, CBT & family systems theoretical frameworks to help you create & lead a more fulfilling life.
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Daniela Schoenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
Whether you’re aiming to face your traumas head-on, reignite the spark with your partner, or you simply want a space to self-reflect, you’ve come to the right place. I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with their relationships and a variety of mental health issues. Whether it be anxiety, depression, stress, codependency, grief, self-esteem issues, as well as sexual trauma, I am here to help you with your personal growth and can be a catalyst for self-improvement.
Whether you’re aiming to face your traumas head-on, reignite the spark with your partner, or you simply want a space to self-reflect, you’ve come to the right place. I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with their relationships and a variety of mental health issues. Whether it be anxiety, depression, stress, codependency, grief, self-esteem issues, as well as sexual trauma, I am here to help you with your personal growth and can be a catalyst for self-improvement.
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Therese Apontti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
Welcome, are you wanting to feel more connected to yourself? Do you feel stuck in repetitive habits knowing you're capable of more? You've come to the right place. I offer therapy from a holistic lens which explores how our mind, body, and spirit are interconnected. I focus with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life purpose, transitions, grief, spirituality, disconnection from self, multicultural experiences, career exploration, and relationships.
Welcome, are you wanting to feel more connected to yourself? Do you feel stuck in repetitive habits knowing you're capable of more? You've come to the right place. I offer therapy from a holistic lens which explores how our mind, body, and spirit are interconnected. I focus with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life purpose, transitions, grief, spirituality, disconnection from self, multicultural experiences, career exploration, and relationships.
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I'd love to help you become the best of yourself. Together we create a safe space to expand the resources you already have to create change. Our focus is on the present day challenges reflecting earlier disruptions. We update old patterns of behavior to ground you in today's possibilities for greater satisfaction. My experience as a somatic therapist can help you to recognize the resources that already exist in your body. People I work with often suffer from relationship problems, low self esteem, shame, anxiety, depression, PTSD. I enjoy being fully present with you so you can be fully present with yourself.
I'd love to help you become the best of yourself. Together we create a safe space to expand the resources you already have to create change. Our focus is on the present day challenges reflecting earlier disruptions. We update old patterns of behavior to ground you in today's possibilities for greater satisfaction. My experience as a somatic therapist can help you to recognize the resources that already exist in your body. People I work with often suffer from relationship problems, low self esteem, shame, anxiety, depression, PTSD. I enjoy being fully present with you so you can be fully present with yourself.
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Life can be complicated, full of change and challenges. Although we have all come up with ways get through these times or cope, sometimes challenges persist, resurface or feel overwhelming. Significant change requires deep personal examination, something difficult to do on our own.
Psychotherapy is an effective way to help us understand our behavior and its connection to our inner emotional experience. It helps to resolve common problems that often impact our daily functioning including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, bereavement, and difficult life phases. Psychotherapy is a supportive process promoting exploration, growth and change.
Life can be complicated, full of change and challenges. Although we have all come up with ways get through these times or cope, sometimes challenges persist, resurface or feel overwhelming. Significant change requires deep personal examination, something difficult to do on our own.
Psychotherapy is an effective way to help us understand our behavior and its connection to our inner emotional experience. It helps to resolve common problems that often impact our daily functioning including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, bereavement, and difficult life phases. Psychotherapy is a supportive process promoting exploration, growth and change.
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Clients typically come to see me for support with relationship issues, self esteem, anxiety, depression and chemical dependency.
I work with people struggling to change and make sense of one or more aspects of their lives. Going to therapy is difficult work, I encourage you to interview therapists and to find someone you feel a connection with so you can make the most of your experience. For more information and links, please visit my website www.healthyandhealing.com
Clients typically come to see me for support with relationship issues, self esteem, anxiety, depression and chemical dependency.
I work with people struggling to change and make sense of one or more aspects of their lives. Going to therapy is difficult work, I encourage you to interview therapists and to find someone you feel a connection with so you can make the most of your experience. For more information and links, please visit my website www.healthyandhealing.com
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East West Holistic Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RYT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
Have you experienced trauma from a relationship with a narcissistic partner or family member? Are you struggling to have healthy relationships and establish boundaries after narcissistic abuse? Do you find it challenging to have healthy self-esteem and self-compassion after experiencing gaslighting and coercive control? Narcissistic abuse recovery is a complex and sensitive journey that requires specialized support from someone who has experience and expertise. My approach encompasses a deep understanding of the psychological trauma inflicted by narcissists and prioritizes empowering clients to reclaim their inner strength.
Have you experienced trauma from a relationship with a narcissistic partner or family member? Are you struggling to have healthy relationships and establish boundaries after narcissistic abuse? Do you find it challenging to have healthy self-esteem and self-compassion after experiencing gaslighting and coercive control? Narcissistic abuse recovery is a complex and sensitive journey that requires specialized support from someone who has experience and expertise. My approach encompasses a deep understanding of the psychological trauma inflicted by narcissists and prioritizes empowering clients to reclaim their inner strength.
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Gerardo Horischnik
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe people want to express who they are and pursue satisfying work and relationships, but have emotional and cognitive patterns that keep them stuck. These patterns often consolidate into a persona that leaves people feeling not quite themselves, with needs unrealized, feelings ignored, and potential unused. Symptoms of anxiety and depression, addictions, or low self-esteem, are often the only messengers trying to let us know that we are needing change. In a supportive and safe environment, therapy can help to bring these patterns into awareness and liberate needs to connect, create, and expand with fuller emotional support.
I believe people want to express who they are and pursue satisfying work and relationships, but have emotional and cognitive patterns that keep them stuck. These patterns often consolidate into a persona that leaves people feeling not quite themselves, with needs unrealized, feelings ignored, and potential unused. Symptoms of anxiety and depression, addictions, or low self-esteem, are often the only messengers trying to let us know that we are needing change. In a supportive and safe environment, therapy can help to bring these patterns into awareness and liberate needs to connect, create, and expand with fuller emotional support.
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Elizabeth Schofield-Bickford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291
Waitlist for new clients
Anxiety, depression, low self esteem, difficult family dynamics, peer relationships and school issues are worked on through art, sandplay, dreamwork, play, mindfulness and talk therapy.
I help facilitate the development of a conscious balance in your life. Loss, trauma, dysfunctional relationships, addiction, creative blocks and much more can keep you stuck and stall development. I work with adult clients to help them mine the unconscious and reveal the connection between this material and behaviors and patterns that obstruct vitality. This starts with the establishment of a sound trusting therapeutic relationship. From this foundation, I support and guide you in uncovering and recovering your own resources and strengths.
Anxiety, depression, low self esteem, difficult family dynamics, peer relationships and school issues are worked on through art, sandplay, dreamwork, play, mindfulness and talk therapy.
I help facilitate the development of a conscious balance in your life. Loss, trauma, dysfunctional relationships, addiction, creative blocks and much more can keep you stuck and stall development. I work with adult clients to help them mine the unconscious and reveal the connection between this material and behaviors and patterns that obstruct vitality. This starts with the establishment of a sound trusting therapeutic relationship. From this foundation, I support and guide you in uncovering and recovering your own resources and strengths.
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Life is challenging, especially when you are overwhelmed by distressing thoughts and feelings. Whether you're dealing with a past trauma or current stressor, I can help relieve persistent sadness, grief or anxiety. I have extensive experience utilizing the latest techniques, based in neuroscience, to assist people struggling with emotional distress, low self esteem, relationship issues, trauma & violence, disordered eating & substance abuse. I can help ensure your past doesn't dictate your future, as together we address the underlying causes of your distress, in a safe and supportive environment that honors your individual needs, values, beliefs, and goals.
Life is challenging, especially when you are overwhelmed by distressing thoughts and feelings. Whether you're dealing with a past trauma or current stressor, I can help relieve persistent sadness, grief or anxiety. I have extensive experience utilizing the latest techniques, based in neuroscience, to assist people struggling with emotional distress, low self esteem, relationship issues, trauma & violence, disordered eating & substance abuse. I can help ensure your past doesn't dictate your future, as together we address the underlying causes of your distress, in a safe and supportive environment that honors your individual needs, values, beliefs, and goals.
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Are you struggling to confidently engage in your life and relationships because of anxiety or a negative internal voice? My approach is kind, curious, and collaborative as we explore how you got here and identify the steps needed to make empowered changes in your life. We will challenge outdated belief systems and shift behavioral patterns that are negatively impacting your confidence and self-worth. I create a safe and trusting space to process and heal from past traumas, and to work through difficult relational dynamics. I'll be your compassionate and supportive guide as you build an independent and more meaningful life.
Are you struggling to confidently engage in your life and relationships because of anxiety or a negative internal voice? My approach is kind, curious, and collaborative as we explore how you got here and identify the steps needed to make empowered changes in your life. We will challenge outdated belief systems and shift behavioral patterns that are negatively impacting your confidence and self-worth. I create a safe and trusting space to process and heal from past traumas, and to work through difficult relational dynamics. I'll be your compassionate and supportive guide as you build an independent and more meaningful life.
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Dr. Judi Bloom
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
I help individuals and couples change their habits, patterns, and perspective in order to lead a more satisfying life. In addition to treating depression, anxiety, and addiction, I specialize in working with people facing midlife transitions--divorce, parenting challenges, career change, empty nest, grief. I don't just sit and listen; I actively engage you in the therapeutic process to make the concrete changes you desire in your life.I tailor therapy to the individual rather than "one size fits all", and also offer hypnotherapy. I can also help with issues around sexual harassment or abuse.
I help individuals and couples change their habits, patterns, and perspective in order to lead a more satisfying life. In addition to treating depression, anxiety, and addiction, I specialize in working with people facing midlife transitions--divorce, parenting challenges, career change, empty nest, grief. I don't just sit and listen; I actively engage you in the therapeutic process to make the concrete changes you desire in your life.I tailor therapy to the individual rather than "one size fits all", and also offer hypnotherapy. I can also help with issues around sexual harassment or abuse.
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Abeer A Othman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90292 (Online Only)
I work collaboratively, my style is active and engaged with the intention of creating a safe environment to empower understanding, growth, and healing. I guide my clients by helping them modify their lives according to their needs and lifestyle.
I work collaboratively, my style is active and engaged with the intention of creating a safe environment to empower understanding, growth, and healing. I guide my clients by helping them modify their lives according to their needs and lifestyle.
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Deirdre J. Newell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
Therapy can provide a safe space for individuals to explore vulnerable dimensions of oneself and explore meaning in life’s experiences. Therapy with me is rooted in relationship. I understand that value of a trusting, authentic relationship between therapist and client, and I offer insight, support, compassion, and curiosity in a nurturing way that allows clients to examine patterns that both aid or hinder individuals’ potential for wholeness. I work from a depth-oriented, psychodynamic framework, understanding that one’s self is a manifestation of one’s whole life experiences. I provide both short and long term therapy.
Therapy can provide a safe space for individuals to explore vulnerable dimensions of oneself and explore meaning in life’s experiences. Therapy with me is rooted in relationship. I understand that value of a trusting, authentic relationship between therapist and client, and I offer insight, support, compassion, and curiosity in a nurturing way that allows clients to examine patterns that both aid or hinder individuals’ potential for wholeness. I work from a depth-oriented, psychodynamic framework, understanding that one’s self is a manifestation of one’s whole life experiences. I provide both short and long term therapy.
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I help couples, adults, and adolescents deal with anxiety, relationships, troubled self esteem, conflict/conflict avoidance, attachment insecurity, co-dependence, people pleasing, understanding emotions, addiction/recovery, gender/sexuality, navigating life with neurodivergence, complex trauma, and feelings of guilt, dread, and fear, among other issues.
I think therapeutic relationships work best when there is a foundation of emotional safety. Upon this foundation many things can be achieved, including understanding ourselves and others with greater depth and clarity, tolerating discomfort for growth, and allowing for our natural ability to heal. There are many good reasons to come to therapy, including distress that doesn't have a good explanation (which is what anxiety and depression often are), the loss of a loved one or important relationship, the wish to thrive more, or feeling unable to address life's problems. Seeking help takes courage and hope; it's no easy task.
I help couples, adults, and adolescents deal with anxiety, relationships, troubled self esteem, conflict/conflict avoidance, attachment insecurity, co-dependence, people pleasing, understanding emotions, addiction/recovery, gender/sexuality, navigating life with neurodivergence, complex trauma, and feelings of guilt, dread, and fear, among other issues.
I think therapeutic relationships work best when there is a foundation of emotional safety. Upon this foundation many things can be achieved, including understanding ourselves and others with greater depth and clarity, tolerating discomfort for growth, and allowing for our natural ability to heal. There are many good reasons to come to therapy, including distress that doesn't have a good explanation (which is what anxiety and depression often are), the loss of a loved one or important relationship, the wish to thrive more, or feeling unable to address life's problems. Seeking help takes courage and hope; it's no easy task.
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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.