Self-Esteem Therapists Available in Melbourne
This page is for people in Melbourne seeking online therapy for self-esteem issues. Use it to compare therapists who are licensed in Florida and experienced with self-esteem concerns, such as negative self-talk, body image, social confidence, or perfectionism. Look at each therapist’s stated approaches, session format, and areas of focus. A Florida licence covers the whole state, so therapists listed here are available to clients in Melbourne regardless of city boundaries. Read profiles to find a therapist whose methods and communication style match what you need, and contact them to ask about fit and next steps.
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1. Athina Smalios, LCSW
Experienced LCSW guiding trauma recovery and growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Anger · Self esteem
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing · Solution-Focused Therapy
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2. Patricia Roebuck, LMHC
Support for meaningful change and resilience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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3. Ellen OMalley, LMHC
Experienced Florida LMHC helping with stress
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Anger · Self esteem · Depression
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4. Shelly Wilson, LCSW
Compassionate Florida LCSW supporting parenting and personal growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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5. Margaret Mortensen, FL Psychologist
Experienced psychologist offering compassionate, practical support
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Relationship · Eating · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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6. Derylene Proctor, LMHC
Florida LMHC for relationships and recovery
Works with Addictions · Relationship · Self esteem · Depression · Stress, Anxiety
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing
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7. Sharon Wright, LMHC
Guiding clients toward sustainable change and growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Anger · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
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8. Jennifer Cruz, LMHC
Florida Licensed Counselor for Life Changes
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Self esteem · Bipolar · Depression · Addictions
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9. Randee-Sue Kramer, LCSW
Relationship-focused therapy with practical communication support
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Intimacy-related issues · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Gottman Method
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10. Megan Young, LMHC
Support for stress, self-esteem, and life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Self esteem · Career · Coping with life changes · Compassion fatigue
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
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11. Vicki Bauer, LMHC
Licensed LMHC supporting families and individuals
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Parenting · Coaching · ADHD
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy
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12. Abraham Knowles, LCSW
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing
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13. Miriam Perrin, LMHC
Support for balance, healing, and practical change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Depression · Addictions
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Solution-Focused Therapy · Trauma-Focused Therapy
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14. Elizabeth Carter, LMHC
Florida counselor with 32 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Depression · ADHD
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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15. Dr. Shannon Holliker, LCSW
Support for parenting, anxiety, and life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Parenting · Self esteem · Coping with life changes · Compassion fatigue
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About self-esteem therapy for people in Melbourne
Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in Florida 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 Florida regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Melbourne can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.
2,133 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. LMHC, LCSW and LMFT are different training routes to licensed practice in Florida, all overseen by the Florida Department of Health's Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. 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 Melbourne
Melbourne has a population of about 84,678. 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 pick a therapist here who specializes in self-esteem work?
Look for therapists who explicitly list self-esteem, self-worth, body image, or related issues in their profiles. Check their described approaches—CBT, ACT, compassion-focused therapy, and narrative therapy often address self-esteem. Also note whether they mention work on negative self-talk, perfectionism, or social confidence. Reach out with specific questions about how they approach self-esteem in sessions.
Can a Florida-licensed therapist help with self-esteem if I live in Melbourne?
Yes. A Florida licence covers the whole state, so therapists on this page are available to clients in Melbourne. Licensing means they can offer online therapy across Florida. Confirm directly with a therapist about any limits they may have, such as client age ranges or practice focus, before starting sessions.
What should I ask a therapist before starting self-esteem-focused therapy?
Ask about their experience treating self-esteem issues, typical approaches and techniques they use, whether they set specific goals, and how progress is measured. Also ask about session structure, whether they assign between-session work, and how they handle setbacks. These questions help you decide if their style fits your needs.
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