Self Esteem Therapists in San Francisco, CA

Do you know what you want? Do you want to be free? Happy? Relaxed in your body? Content? Passionate and sexy? Courageous in the face of fear? More connected to your partner or to the Divine? How do you get in the way of living the life you want? Do you constantly judge yourself? Noticing all the ways you "fail" to live up to way you "should" be. Or do you tend to direct that criticism outwards? Blaming others, feeling envy, or always waiting for external circumstances to line up just right so you can finally live how you want.

I aim to bring heart, presence, connection, and meaningful guidance to all who choose to work with me. Some of my main areas of focus with clients are navigating relationship issues, building healthy self esteem, anxiety and stress management, and working through trauma. I also have specialized experience working with LGBTQ+ clients, individuals and couples navigating polyamory and open relationships, gender identity (non binary and transgender), sexuality and sacred sexuality, and non traditional spiritual practices. I enjoy working with clients who have a general interest and motivation towards self-reflection and personal growth.

I work with adults of all ages who seek the greatest access to their abilities and skills, wish to understand and accept themselves more fully by mitigating both internal and external obstacles, experience compassion, and act with social responsibility. Such goals may to grapple overcome low self esteem, maintain sobriety, come to terms with painful life experiences, and develop reality-based trust in relatioonships.

I'm curious about people: how our unique histories have shaped us, how we relate to each other & what motivates our behavior in relationships. I specialize in processing relationships with couples & individuals struggling with codependency, communication, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem & identity. We often get stuck in repetitive behavioral/thinking patterns that block us from living the lives we yearn for. We may feel misunderstood or disconnected in our relationships. We may avoid intimacy because we don’t want to get hurt again. We may have a harsh inner critic & lack self-love. Do you experience this in your life?

Tired of not living fully. Learn tools to be more engaged and present with your life and the people in it. One such tool is mindfulness. Mindfulness is a way of directing your attention away from habitual thoughts(lists, judgements, negative self talk)and toward experiencing the present(where your life is actually being lived). I believe in the power of this work. Depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, difficult relationships and addictions can be products of molding to others' ideas of who you "should" be. I will work with you to uncover who you want to be.

Hey you! How are you feeling today? How did you feel yesterday? What about one week or one month ago? Now let me ask, how do you want to feel? Is it better than today, yesterday, a week or month ago? Or are you unsure of what has been going on lately and you need a space to figure that out? Let's be honest, life can be a real struggle, and Heal My Vibes (HMV) offers a safe space to figure this life stuff out. How that happens is by you scheduling a FREE consultation. If it's a good fit, your initial appointment will be set to chat about you and your goals for therapy.

JUNE 2024 Accepting New Clients! Do you experience low self-esteem and negative self-talk? Are you feeling anxious or defeated a majority of the time? Are you overwhelmed or feel burnt out in your job or in life? I can support you in resolving your life stressors in order to relieve anxiety, rise up from feeling overwhelmed, and improve your self-esteem!

Do you feel like you aren't good enough? Do you struggle with issues of self esteem or self worth? Do you want to explore mind-body connection & the way stress or emotional pain lives in our bodies? If these are themes for you or in your relationships, then perhaps we might work well together. I center my work around self compassion. Only from a place of self kindness can we feel grounded within ourselves to develop a compassionate relationship with others around us. I use mindfulness and somatic body oriented work in order to help us connect deeper with our self, our inner knowing and to be able to cultivate trust with ourselves.

I help clients experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism/over-functioning, work burnout, depression or unresolved childhood trauma. Each of my clients is an expert in their own experience, and my role is to help you understand the obstacles holding you back from making positive change in key areas of your life - like in relationships, your career, or in building a healthier self-esteem.

Empathy is a keystone of the therapeutic relationship. It fosters a partnership between the two of us that promotes wellness, and a sense of safety and trust. Together, we collaborate in setting goals so that you develop insight and make meaningful changes in your life. Our work might include mindfulness for stress, cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and/or anxiety and psychodynamic work to uncover deeper issues. You might be struggling with life transitions, low self esteem, a recent loss or a creative block. We use a variety of approaches to help you get back on track.

As a San Francisco therapist, I work with adults, young children and adolescents. I provide marriage therapy, couples counseling and individual psychotherapy. I have over 20 years of experience, and am expert in helping my patients understand their thoughts, behaviors and emotions. I have helped people facing a diverse, wide variety of challenges in their lives. I use my expertise to provide a safe atmosphere where you can explore solutions for your problems. I use an interactive approach to help you develop improved ways of coping with issues. My goal is to help improve the quality of your life.

Hello! I am currently only offering sessions via Telehealth (online video) across California to those 18 and up. I only accept/take Kaiser Nor-Cal or do private pay. I welcome motivated individuals who are ready to go on a journey of healing, self-discovery, & personal growth. I have a strong passion working with college students, adults, the older adult/elderly community, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress or working on your self-esteem, anger management, or communication skills, I am here to create a safe, comfortable, & non-judgmental environment for you to open up & be vulnerable.

One thing that we have in common is that we all experience suffering. A lost relationship, disappointment at work, substance use that has taken control and chronic self-doubt are a few of the common forms. I have found that we can lessen our suffering with acceptance, self-compassion, mindfulness and the help and support of a therapist who seeks to understand your experience. I I am particularly interested in the process of change. Why, when we know that making a change would be good for us, do we not act?

If you are experiencing issues related to depression, anxiety, relationship problems, work concerns, if you want to experience a more positive sense of yourself, I can support you in addressing your concerns while learning the skills necessary to create a more fulfilling life.

You: look great on paper, but deep down you're struggling and ashamed to admit it - especially when others have it so much worse. You're sensitive, idealistic, and creative. You're aware of your potential and people reflect it back to you, but you're having trouble finding traction. You're not connecting with your work the way you want to, and your co-working relationships are "fine," but not satisfying in the way you'd like them to be. It feels like something's missing, but you don't know what and you don't know where to find it. Behind the mask, you feel scared, sad, lonely, insecure, anxious, depressed and may be losing hope.

My approach is holistic(mind, body and spirit) and I work with individuals and couples primarily around self-acceptance/love, learning how to achieve intimacy and breaking free of conditioning. Helping you discover your deepest truths and find your purpose, desire and drive in life. I provide an opportunity for people to grow and heal, in a safe, supportive, non-judgmental and nurturing environment. This work helps to heal trauma/ PTSD), depression, low self-esteem, addictions and anxiety. I also welcome those who simply want the added flexibility good therapy can achieve, enabling them to live fuller, richer, happier lives.

You've spent so much time and energy worrying about food and your body. You often find yourself obsessing over every bite, and binge eating in secret has become a distressing pattern. The guilt and shame that follow only make you feel worse. You wonder, "Will this ever get better? Is this just my life now?" You're afraid to ask for help, fearing judgment or misunderstanding. Maybe you've tried opening up to someone before, but their response left you feeling even more isolated. You aren't alone, and you are not beyond help. I am a therapist specialized in addressing issues related to body image, disordered eating, and self-esteem.

I support my clients in three key areas: (1) effectively navigating career and workplace challenges; (2) improving their confidence and self-esteem; and (3) enhancing their relationships. As both a therapist and executive coach for 20+ years, I've intensively studied many approaches to psychotherapy and human development to be as helpful and effective as I can. Which of these approaches we'd use will depend on your unique needs and what we decide together best fits for you. I’m focused on significant progress in the short term and even more change and development over time. My approach overall is warm, accepting and personal.

Needing support? Feeling anxious? Having conflict with a loved one? Wanting to worry less and trust yourself more? Come in, let's talk and explore together what you need to feel better and more alive. I help my clients reduce anxiety, lift depression, strengthen couple communication, build self-esteem, parent with loving kindness, and create balance and meaning in their life. I can help you feel more authentic, more in integrity with who you are and more connected. I will help you build awareness, heal wounding, and create lasting change. I will support you every step of the way.