Self-Esteem Therapy

Self-Esteem Therapy in Newport Beach

For the harsh inner critic, constant comparison and the feeling that you're never quite enough. Our therapists help you understand where those beliefs came from and build a steadier, kinder sense of yourself.

In person at our Newport Beach office, serving Irvine, Costa Mesa and Orange County, or by telehealth anywhere in California.

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Calm self-esteem therapy room with a green sofa at Forbes Individual and Family Therapy in Newport Beach

Who it helps

What Self-Esteem Therapy Can Help With

Low self-esteem often sounds like a voice that criticizes every mistake, dismisses every success and keeps you from speaking up. It can shape your work, your relationships and the risks you're willing to take.

We help adults with:

  • Harsh self-criticism
  • Perfectionism
  • Shame and feeling not good enough
  • People-pleasing and trouble with boundaries
  • Imposter syndrome
  • Comparison and social media
  • Insecurity in relationships
  • Difficulty trusting your own judgment

How we help

Affirmations rarely stick when old beliefs run deep. Our depth-oriented therapists help you trace how you learned to see yourself, often in early relationships, and work through those patterns so a more realistic, compassionate view can take hold.

Sessions are 50 minutes, usually weekly, in person at our Newport Beach office or by telehealth anywhere in California.

If body image or eating is part of what you're facing, see our eating disorder therapy. Related: Individual Therapy · Anxiety Therapy

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Questions

Self-Esteem Therapy FAQ

Can therapy really change self-esteem?

Yes. Self-esteem is learned, so it can be relearned. Therapy helps you notice old patterns and build new ways of seeing yourself.

How are perfectionism and self-esteem connected?

Perfectionism often protects against feeling not good enough. Therapy helps you ease that pressure without losing your drive.

How long does it take?

Many people notice changes within a few months. Deeper shifts usually take longer, depending on how long these beliefs have been in place.

Do you offer therapy online?

Yes. We offer secure telehealth sessions anywhere in California, and some clients mix in-person and online sessions.

Do you take insurance?

We are an out-of-network practice. That lets us keep caseloads manageable, protect your privacy and keep insurance companies out of decisions about your care. If your plan has out-of-network benefits, we can provide a superbill for possible reimbursement.

Ready to Start Therapy for Self-Esteem

Book a free consultation to talk through what's going on and get matched with the right therapist. We see clients from Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Irvine, Costa Mesa and across Orange County.

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