Body Image therapists in Toronto, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Body Image
Brian Baumal
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
Body Image issues often go hand-in-hand with eating disorders and obesity and weight issues. People can judge their body harshly or have a negative relationship with it. Body image issues are often one of the latter topics that get discussed in therapy, because they are often so personal, and in some cases they may even be unknown to the client. There are a significant number of ways to address body image issues, but one that always is effective somewhat is to say to clients "Your body doesn't have a mouth. If it did, what would it say, and how would it say it?" Putting these words to one's body is a great and refreshing start to dealing with these important issues.
14 Years Experience
Body Image
Danielle Battaglia
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Positive body image has nothing to do with how you look, it’s about accepting your body as is, not trying to change it, not forcing it to be thinner or fitter before you can like it and treating yourself well no matter what. “You are not your body”
3 Years Experience
Body Image
Andrea Rowell
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Do you have a part of you that consistently checks if you're acceptable in the eyes of others? Learning what this part of you is trying to do for you can often support this part of you to ease up with it's hold on you. There is often a benefit of the IFS (internal family systems) approach for healing from the profound impact of body image and self-esteem issues.
5 Years Experience
Body Image
Magdalena Karakehayova
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
It is my belief that in the modern day and age, it is nearly impossible to not feel down about one’s self and one’s body image. We are constantly bombarded with unrealistic images and ideals that can impact our sense of self-worth. My approach to working with clients who may be experiencing decreased self-worth due to body image is to emphasize self-love and self-compassion by bringing awareness to the ways in which our bodies help us every day. I also draw on other aspects of one’s life, outside of physical appearance, where meaning and fulfillment can be derived. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to ensure we are a good fit.
5 Years Experience
Body Image
Vilma Madramootoo , Registered Psychotherapist
Registered Psychotherapist, Holistic Health Practitioner, Health & Wellness Coach
"Beauty is not a single image, but the active embodiment and celebration of the Self!" Body Image is how we see ourselves and relate to our appearances. The techniques I offer will help you to develop Self-Love, Self-Worth, Self-Care, and uncover your inner and outer strength to identify with your beautiful and unique body image. We explore ways to turn your insecurities and perception into feelings of appreciation, celebration, acceptance, and knowing, 'You are beautiful and enough'.
7 Years Experience
Body Image
Christina Rambhajue
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
How do you see yourself in the mirror or in your mind? Are you happy with that image?
Counselling is beneficial for addressing body image issues. Together, we will actively confront your negative thought patterns and find better ways to cope with and manage them. Most importantly, we are going to explore the key factors that influence your thoughts and self-perception. This is a safe place to practice self-love and acceptance.
1 Years Experience
Body Image
Sangeeta Tanwar @ Tanwar Psychology
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Are you so preoccupied with your body image that it affects your adjustment in different domains of your life? Does it bring down your self-esteem and cause you discomfort? Do you find it difficult to accept your body as it is? I believe you can benefit from therapy by developing a level of comfort with your own body.
5 Years Experience
Body Image
Transforming Emotions
Psychologist
Feeling self-conscious (or downright self-loathing) about one's body shape, size, or appearance is a lonely and exhausting experience. We understand that body image challenges are often pervasive and long-standing and are too often encouraged through the messages that individuals of all genders internalize about how they "should" look or show up in the world. Perhaps you can't imagine this ever changing about yourself, or are hoping only to learn how to cope in ways that allow you to feel less alone in the world. At Transforming Emotions, we will help you to tackle the underlying causes that leave you feeling uncomfortable in your own skin. Whether you are seeking to change your body, or to accept it as it is, our therapists will work to assist you in shifting from self-loathing, worry, and loneliness into places of greater self-compassion and self-understanding, learning to live in your body more comfortably with or without modification. Book now for a free consultation to find a therapist who has the skills to help you feel and be your best.
17 Years Experience
Body Image
Ojasvi Bhardwaj
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying)
How you perceive and feel about yourself is a key indicator of how happy and emotionally stable you are. You may be feeling insecure, critical, helpless, incompetent or unlovable. While I do not offer therapy related to body image, we do have several therapists at our clinic, Psychotherapy Collective, who offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if they are a good fit for your journey. Visit https://www.psychotherapycollective.ca/areas-of-focus/body-image to book a consultation today.
2 Years Experience
Body Image
Kaleidoscope Counselling Collective
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Often times, our sense of worth can be tied to our body image. This connection is fostered by our society, and often reinforced in the families and communities in which we grow up in. Learning to uncover the messages we have received about our body, noticing the ways in which we perpetuate these negative messaging, and engaging in self-compassion and self-care can help us establish a better relationship with our bodies, and move towards self-acceptance and appreciation of what our bodies can do for us. Our therapists can help you heal the past hurts that have damaged self-esteem, so you can feel better about yourself from the inside out!
If you want to start feeling better about yourself, book a consultation or session today! www.kaleidoscopecounsellingco.com
14 Years Experience
Body Image
Maryam Moazzami
Pre-Licensed Professional, Bsc. MPH.
Struggling with body image can have a profound impact on your mental and emotional well-being, but healing is possible. I provide a compassionate and supportive space to explore your relationship with your body and cultivate self-acceptance. Using evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness techniques, we'll work together to challenge negative beliefs, address underlying factors contributing to body dissatisfaction, and develop a more positive and empowering view of yourself. Whether you're dealing with disordered eating patterns, dissatisfaction with physical appearance, or other body image concerns, I'm here to offer guidance and support as you embark on the journey towards greater self-love and body acceptance. You deserve to feel comfortable and confident in your own skin, and I'm committed to helping you achieve that goal.
1 Years Experience
Body Image
Grounded Minds Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Moonsun Jang is a therapist with Grounded Minds who specializes in body image, self-esteem and eating disorders. Please reach out today to schedule a free 15 minute consultation call with Moonsun to learn how she can support you.
6 Years Experience
Body Image
Ps. I Love You Psychotherapy Inc.
Registered Psychotherapist, HBEd, MA (Hons.), Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I have never met anyone who did not like something about themselves. In today's world we are all victims of what we see and what is fed to us in the media. I will teach you to accept yourself and strive for excellence and not perfection.
2 Years Experience
Body Image
Bridges Clinical Hypnotherapy Services
Hypnotherapist
Poor body image or "Body dysmorphic disorder" is a mental health disorder that can cause you to unduly focus on perceived defects or flaws in your appearance. This may be something easily overlooked by others but can trigger such negative feelings inside of you that it can present as social anxiety, embarrassment or shame. Hypnosis can help you overcome these feelings and reach a point of self-acceptance that will allow you to move on with living your life unhindered.
6 Years Experience
Body Image
The Cohen Clinic
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Are you struggling with your self-image? Our clinicians will work with you by applying modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Emotion Focused Therapy to understand and challenge these beliefs about yourself.
10 Years Experience
Body Image
Stacy Kirkbride - Turnpage Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist
I believe the path to healing body image issues involves understanding the root of how our current relationship with our bodies developed, as well as setting a new foundation based in a new narrative about our bodies that is firmly planted in acceptance and values-based self-knowledge, self-care, enhanced self-esteem, and loving kindness.
3 Years Experience
Body Image
Sarah Glinski
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying)
How you perceive and feel about yourself is a key indicator of how happy and emotionally stable you are. You may be feeling insecure, critical, helpless, incompetent or unlovable. I work with clients to explore the root of these beliefs and challenge them. This allows my clients to unlearn thoughts and beliefs that are harmful and limiting while learning to genuinely love and appreciate themselves and the value that they bring to the world. I would love to hear from you to determine if I can help you re-imagine how you see yourself. Reach out to book a free consultation.
2 Years Experience
Body Image
Susanna Damiani di Vergada
Registered Social Worker
We all want to look good, in one way or another. But when we become very concerned with our appearance or bothered by a physical defect it can take up so much time and energy out of our life, it just gets too much to handle!
I provide a welcoming and safe environment where we can work together to identify, understand and improve your body image.
3 Years Experience
Body Image
Gwen Schauerte
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, M.Ed.
We are bombarded daily with ideals and opinions about ideal body shapes. We need to uncover an acceptance of who we are as we are. I work with clients to develop a healthier mindset and self-image.
31 Years Experience
Body Image
Clayre Sessoms Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCT, RCC, CCC, ATR-P
At Clayre Sessoms Psychotherapy, we provide specialized care for individuals navigating body image challenges, particularly in the context of gender dysphoria and the struggle for alignment between one’s internal identity and external appearance. Our therapeutic focus centers on somatic and relational approaches, tailored to address the complexities of body congruency and self-acceptance in the face of gender identity struggles.
Through somatic therapy techniques, we guide clients in exploring the ways in which their body-related distress manifests physically and emotionally. By fostering a deep connection between mind and body, our therapists help individuals process and integrate their experiences, promoting a sense of unity and empowerment within themselves.
Our relational approach emphasizes building a secure and empathetic therapeutic relationship that supports individuals through their journey of self-discovery and body acceptance. We create a safe space for clients to explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences related to body image, gender identity, and self-expression without fear of judgment.
By integrating somatic and relational modalities, we aim to assist clients in cultivating a more harmonious relationship with their bodies and gender identity. Through this holistic and affirming approach, individuals can work towards embracing their authentic selves, fostering self-compassion, and nurturing a positive body image that aligns with their true identity. Our goal is to provide a supportive environment where clients can embark on a transformative journey towards self-acceptance, authenticity, and inner peace.
9 Years Experience