Self-Esteem Therapists Available in Oakland
This page is for people in Oakland looking for online therapists who help with self-esteem. Use it to compare clinicians by their approaches, areas of specialization, and the kinds of clients they work with. All therapists listed are licensed in California, and a California license covers the whole state, so being inside California is not a barrier. Look for therapists who mention self-worth, body image, social confidence, or identity work, and consider their stated methods and client focus to find a good fit for your needs.
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1. Hyun Joo Kim, LMFT
Compassionate LMFT for relationships and trauma
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
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2. Stella Galarza De Saggese, LPCC
Seasoned California LPCC focused on healing
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
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3. Chauncey Chatman, LMFT
Experienced California LMFT for adult clients
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Anger · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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4. Nancy Montes, LCSW
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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5. Christine Piddington, LCSW
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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6. Megan Allen, LMFT
California LMFT for stress and coaching
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Anger · Self esteem · Coaching
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7. Tiffany Whittington, LMFT
Experienced California LMFT for anxiety and trauma
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
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8. Claudia Smith, LCSW
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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9. Sheila Owens, LCSW
Supportive therapy for change and resilience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Self esteem · Bipolar · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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10. Lynn Vinson, LCSW
Experienced LCSW for adult mental health
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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11. Mark Burns, LMFT
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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12. Deborah Perez, LMFT
Compassionate California LMFT for stress and relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Self esteem · Depression · ADHD
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy
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13. Cheryl Hopkins, LMFT
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. Matthew Esselstrom, LMFT
California LMFT with 22 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Anger · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
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15. Adam Lee, LMFT
Compassionate LMFT for life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
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About self-esteem therapy for people in Oakland
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 Oakland 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 Oakland
Oakland has a population of about 440,646. 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 for self-esteem work?
Start by looking at the therapist’s stated approaches and who they typically work with. Choose someone who mentions self-esteem, self-worth, or related areas like body image or assertiveness. Read short bios to see if their style and population match your situation, and note whether they describe therapy methods you prefer, such as CBT, ACT, or psychodynamic work.
Can an online therapist licensed in California work with me if I live in Oakland?
Yes. A California license covers the whole state, so therapists licensed in California can offer services to clients in Oakland. Location within California is not a barrier for online care. Check each therapist’s profile to confirm they accept clients in your area and list online sessions as part of their practice.
What should I ask during an initial contact about self-esteem concerns?
Ask how the therapist typically approaches self-esteem issues, what kinds of goals they set with clients, and what a usual session or treatment plan looks like. You can also ask about their experience with your specific concerns, such as social anxiety, perfectionism, or body image, and about whether they use homework or skill-building between sessions.
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