Answer:
if we're talking about emotionally, which I assume we are, then the answers and steps themselves are quite simple. It is not a matter of compliments, though that is also a good way of making a woman feel acknowledged for an attribute of theirs that you pick out, if you of course don't say it in a way that makes her think you have ulterior motives behind your words. What it's all about, is the way you treat them, obviously. The way you take into account how they carry themselves and have an idea of how their brains works is all part of making them feel recognized.
It all starts with befriending them. I'm sure this isn't a step by step tutorial on how to communicate with another human being, so approach them how you would normally. Becoming closer to them is always important, and the thicker bond you have, the better. Motivate them. Give them that push to do things they've always wanted to do but shy away from and help them see their potential by, in a sense, being their light to seeing more. And the way the see themselves is a big factor; you always encourage them to embrace their flaws and bring out their strengths.
eh, that's all I can give you. if this isn't what you wanted then uhhh, that sucks. good luck!