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Self-Esteem Therapists Available in Escondido

This page is for people in Escondido looking for online therapists who specialize in self-esteem. Compare therapists by their treatment approaches, areas of focus, and the types of clients they work with. Look for expertise in issues like negative self-talk, body image, confidence at work or school, and recovery from shame or criticism. All therapists listed are licensed in California, which means their license covers the whole state and being in Escondido is not a barrier to working with them. Use the profiles to find clinicians whose methods and experience match your needs before reaching out.

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  1. 1. Dr. Andrea Shirley, LMFT

    27 years in practice · English · Female

    Experienced California LMFT supporting relationships and life changes

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Relationship · Family · Self esteem

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Narrative Therapy · Solution-Focused Therapy

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  2. 2. Nathalie Contro, LMFT

    3 years in practice · English, Spanish · Female

    Collaborative LMFT for relationships and trauma

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Family · Depression

    Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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  3. 3. Nancy Montes, LCSW

    22 years in practice · English · Female

    California LCSW supporting healing and resilience

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes · Grief

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

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  4. 4. Claudia Smith, LCSW

    40 years in practice · English · Female

    California LCSW with 40 years experience

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Self esteem · Depression · ADHD

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) · Mindfulness Therapy

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  5. 5. Sandra West, LMFT

    25 years in practice · English · Female

    California LMFT with 25 years experience

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Solution-Focused Therapy

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  6. 6. Mark Burns, LMFT

    37 years in practice · English · Male

    Affirming therapy for men, relationships, and life transitions

    Works with LGBT · Relationship · Intimacy-related issues · Self esteem · Coping with life changes

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  7. 7. Christine Piddington, LCSW

    11 years in practice · English · Female

    Support for grief, stress, and life transitions

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression

    Approaches Existential Therapy · Solution-Focused Therapy

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  8. 8. Mark Saverino, LCSW

    35 years in practice · English · Male

    Experienced California LCSW helping with stress and grief

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Grief · Anger · Self esteem · Depression

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  9. 9. Dr. Frederick Smoot, LMFT

    5 years in practice · English · Male

    Compassionate LMFT for relationships and transitions

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Depression · Compassion fatigue

    Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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  10. 10. Deborah Perez, LMFT

    7 years in practice · English · Female

    Compassionate California LMFT for stress and relationships

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Self esteem · Depression · ADHD

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy

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  11. 11. William Money, LMFT

    8 years in practice · English · Male

    Strengths-based therapy for stress and relationships

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression

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  12. 12. Susan Sheldon, LMFT

    40 years in practice · English · Female

    Experienced California marriage and family therapist

    Works with Relationship · Family · Self esteem · Career · Coping with life changes

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  13. 13. Cheryl Hopkins, LMFT

    40 years in practice · English · Female

    Experienced California LMFT for relationships and stress

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Grief · Parenting · Self esteem

    Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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  14. 14. Menachem Stulberger, LMFT

    12 years in practice · English · Male

    Compassionate LMFT specializing in relationships and anxiety

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Parenting · Self esteem · Depression

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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  15. 15. Deana Porter, LMFT

    29 years in practice · English · Female

    California LMFT for relationships and families

    Works with Relationship · Family · Trauma and abuse · Intimacy-related issues · Self esteem

    Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) · Gottman Method

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About self-esteem therapy for people in Escondido

Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in California and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a licence is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in California regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Escondido can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.

1,979 therapists match this page, all of whom name self-esteem among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.

What to compare

  • Credential. LMFT, LCSW and LPCC are different training routes to the same licensed practice. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
  • Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
  • What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
  • Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
  • Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.

How online sessions work

Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.

Therapy in Escondido

Escondido has a population of about 151,038. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.

Common questions

How do I choose a therapist who specializes in self-esteem issues?

Look for descriptions that mention self-esteem, self-worth, body image, or confidence. Compare therapeutic modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, or psychodynamic work. Read about the client populations they serve and any focus on trauma, relationships, or performance anxiety. Use that information to pick someone whose style and focus match your goals.

Can a California license let a therapist work with me in Escondido even if they’re not nearby?

Yes. A California license permits therapists to offer online services to clients anywhere in the state. Physical proximity within California is not required for online therapy. Confirm with the therapist that they accept new online clients in Escondido and check any notes on preferred client age groups or specific issues they treat before contacting them.

What should I expect from therapy focused on improving self-esteem?

Therapy for self-esteem often includes identifying negative beliefs, developing healthier self-talk, and practising new behaviors in relationships or work. Sessions may involve skills training, exploring past experiences that shaped self-view, and setting realistic goals. Therapists will differ in their methods, so review profiles to find one who emphasises the approaches you prefer.

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