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Esther Olajide

Esther Olajide, LMFT

Therapist in California

Practical support for stress and self esteem

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6 years of experience listed

LMFT professional credentials

English languages

  • Calm and direct
  • Goal focused
  • English only

About Esther

Esther Olajide is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with six years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people who feel stuck by offering steady support for stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career concerns. Esther speaks plainly and keeps sessions straightforward so people can feel heard without pressure.

Esther aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about their thoughts and feelings. She works with each person to identify what matters most to them and to set small, manageable goals. Conversations are practical and paced to fit what the client needs that week.

When career issues come up, Esther helps people sort priorities, clarify next steps, and boost confidence during transitions. For stress and anxiety she focuses on tools people can use between sessions to feel more in control. For self esteem and self-love she supports building kinder self-talk and realistic expectations.

Esther invites people to take the first step even when it feels hard. She guides clients through an initial matching process and schedules sessions based on availability. The approach is collaborative: clients’ goals and preferences shape the work.

Her practice is located in California and sessions are conducted in English. Esther emphasizes steady progress over quick fixes and helps clients develop habits that hold up outside therapy.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Esther uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, do-able steps. One common approach she uses helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test them against real-life evidence; this teaches practical ways to reduce worry and improve confidence. Another approach centers on building new habits and small behavioral changes to break cycles of stress and low self esteem; clients try simple tasks between sessions to see progress.

Choosing the right approach is a joint process. Esther works with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and daily life. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan based on what helps most, so therapy stays collaborative and goal oriented.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow brief check-ins when needed. Some people prefer video to see body language, while others choose audio for lower bandwidth or a quicker check-in. Esther will help identify the best way to work together based on practical needs and preferences.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficulties

Additional focus areas

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career questions, plus communication problems, life purpose, and self-love.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is open and straightforward. Conversations are practical and focused on steps clients can try between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has six years of professional experience working with clients on the issues listed in her profile.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, licensed in California and practices there.

In which language are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are involved in getting started?

Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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