Online Body Image therapists in Ontario, Canada
Browse online Body Image therapists in Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Body Image
Pamela Mekuz
Pre-Licensed Professional, RP (Q)
Struggling with body image can affect so much more than how we feel about our appearance. It can influence our confidence, relationships, and sense of self-worth. You may find yourself caught in cycles of comparison, self-criticism, or feeling uncomfortable in your own body. Drawing on my background in eating disorder recovery coaching, I offer a compassionate space to explore your relationship with your body, understand the beliefs and experiences that shape how you feel about yourself, and work toward greater self-acceptance. My hope is to help you feel more comfortable, confident, and at peace with yourself, wherever you are in your journey.
0 Years Experience
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
British Columbia, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario
(Online Only)
Body Image
Adrienne Sharma-Richardson PhD MEd RP OCT
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Gestalt Psychotherapist Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Gottman Trained Couples Therapist
I have borrowed Andrew Seuber's approach to working with a negative body image, that is from the inside out.
He suggests that "The negative image is understood as a dissociated and shame-based “part” of the personality in need of understanding and compassion, achieved via mindful awareness, “parts” dialogue and trauma processing.
The first step is to create healthy separation between the "observing" or aware Self and the part(s) absorbed in the eating disorder via mindful awareness.
Once this separation between the "whole" self and part of self is established, the Gestalt polarity tradition (empty chairs) is utilized to develop understanding of the shame-based part.
Understanding leads to compassion for the eating disordered part from a non-enmeshed state of consciousness, aka the aware self, the experiencing self, the observing self.
Healing of the eating disordered part occurs when that part no longer feels exiled as a "not-I" and is assisted in processing the traumatic roots of the disorder."
13 Years Experience
Body Image
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD (Sociology)
Our relationships with our bodies are often shaped by culture, trauma, and lived experience. I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and Health at Every Size (HAES)-aligned space to explore body image concerns and reconnect with your body as a source of wisdom, safety, and strength—not shame.
6 Years Experience
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Yukon
(Online Only)
Body Image
Phyllis Wai Ng
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Body image is what you think of yourself when you look in the mirror. It involves how you feel about your body weight, height, and shape, how you physically experience your body when you move, and what you believe about your appearance. People with negative body image are most likely to develop eating disorders and suffer from depression, obsessions with weight-loss, and low self-esteem. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy is one of the best way to address body image issues.
23 Years Experience
In-Person in Markham, ON L6C 0Z8
Online in
Ontario
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.
8 Years Experience
Body Image
Beyond Talk Psychotherapy
Licensed Psychoanalyst, RP, CAT, CCC, ATPQ, ACNN
Body image can be characterized by thoughts and feelings that you have about your body. This image can impact how you view your self-worth and the perception about the value you have in the world. It can also cause a mix of emotions, including feelings of shame and anxiety. By exploring your current narrative, we can begin the process of reframing your experience through a combination of CBT and Narrative therapy.
4 Years Experience
Body Image
Maribel Ayala
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A. Counselling Psychology, Registered Psychotherapist, CCC, EMDR Certified Therapist, Clinical Counselling Hypnotherapist
Do you struggle with how you see or feel about your body? You may find yourself frequently criticizing your appearance, comparing yourself to others, avoiding mirrors or photos, feeling uncomfortable in certain clothes, or spending a lot of time worrying about how others perceive you. Body image concerns can affect confidence, relationships, intimacy, and how comfortable you feel in everyday life.
I specialize in supporting individuals who are struggling with body image, self-esteem, appearance-related anxiety, and a difficult relationship with their body. Therapy provides a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that may be shaping how you see yourself.
My approach integrates traditional talk therapy with specialized neuroscience-informed and body-based therapies to support a deeper understanding of the connection between your thoughts, emotions, body, and nervous system. Depending on your needs and goals, therapy may incorporate approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Ego State Therapy, Clinical Hypnosis, and other evidence-based approaches.
Whether you prefer the comfort of virtual sessions or in-person support, I offer therapy in London and Grand Bend, Ontario, as well as secure online therapy across Ontario. Together, we can work toward developing a more compassionate relationship with your body, strengthening self-confidence, and feeling more comfortable being yourself.
If you’re looking for support with your relationship with your body, I invite you to connect and explore whether therapy may be a good fit for you. Book your initial appointment through our secure online booking portal at https://serenitymindbodypsychotherapy.janeapp.com.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in London, ON N6B 2P2
In-Person in Lambton Shores, ON N0M 1T0
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Saskatchewan
Body Image
Vaughan Counselling and Psychotherapy o/a Zormin Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RP(Q), RSW, C.Psych., C.Psych.Assoc., ND
The perception of one’s body can profoundly affect self-esteem and overall mental health. Therapists at VCP specialize in helping individuals cultivate a positive body image through compassionate therapy that challenges societal norms and promotes self-acceptance. By fostering an environment of trust and understanding, they guide clients in reshaping their views, empowering them to celebrate their unique selves and embrace their bodies with confidence.
7 Years Experience
Body Image
Affordable Therapy York Region
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RMFT, RSW
Helps clients break free from diet culture and negative self-talk to cultivate body acceptance, neutrality, and authentic self-worth.
9 Years Experience
Body Image
Anna Skomorovskaia (Sky)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist
Through therapy, my clients learn to understand the roots of the body image difficulties, learn to challenge negative self-talk and develop self-compassion and self-acceptance. I believe that everyone deserves to feel comfortable and confident in their own skin, and I am committed to supporting my clients in achieving that goal.
5 Years Experience
Online in
Ontario (Online Only)
Body Image
Laird Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
If you find yourself struggling with how you feel about your body, you are not alone. Body dissatisfaction can be incredibly challenging, impacting how you see yourself and how you interact with the world around you. It can affect your self-esteem, self-confidence, and even influence your social life - sometimes leading to avoiding social situations because you are concerned about your appearance. While it was once thought that only certain groups of people experienced these feelings, we now understand that body image concerns can affect individuals of all ages and genders.
You might be experiencing body image preoccupation if you are constantly aware of your body in a negative way, frequently compare your appearance to others, spend a significant amount of time trying to find clothes that you feel comfortable in, often weigh yourself or check your body in the mirror, or find yourself withdrawing from social activities. These are all signs of the distress and worry that can come with negative body image.
Fortunately, there are effective ways to address and improve your relationship with your body. At our practice, we utilize approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy, which have been shown to be helpful in reconstructing body image. Our approach is inclusive and trauma-informed, meaning we recognize that everyone's experience is unique and that past experiences can play a significant role in how you feel about your body. We firmly believe that every body is perfect in its own way, and we are here to help you identify and challenge the negative thoughts that contribute to body dissatisfaction.
If body image preoccupation has been a long-standing struggle for you, we encourage you to take the first step towards a more positive relationship with your body. We offer a free consultation where we can discuss your specific concerns and explore how our services can support you. Please reach out to schedule a time to talk; we would be glad to help.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Guelph, ON N1E 3E7
Online in
Ontario
Body Image
Sophia Kopelow
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC
Body image issues may involve a distorted perception of one’s body, which can lead to severe dissatisfaction and maladaptive behaviours. This can manifest in various ways, including obsessive comparisons with others, avoidance of social situations, and extreme measures to change one’s appearance. If you’re yearning to shift your relationship with food and feel more in tune and loving towards your body, I’m here to support you. Having gone through my own healing journey, I know how vulnerable it can feel to reach out. I approach body image from a holistic perspective– combining therapeutic techniques that involve the mind, body and soul. You can expect compassion, gentle curiosity, and understanding from me in our sessions. I'm here to hold space, and solace so that you can return back home to yourself. I would love to hear from you—head to my website to book your free 20-minute consultation.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Vancouver, BC V6C 1V5
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland And Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Body Image
Alicia Panchal
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
For many of us, the body image messages we’ve received from our external world have become internalized. We’ve created a dialogue for ourselves convincing us that our bodies are not good enough, not worthy of love, respect, kindness or acceptance and that they need to change. Having issues with our body image can show up in our thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and relationships, and can very easily lead to significant self-esteem issues, anxiety, and disordered eating.
Get in touch to learn more on dismantling the body image narrative we've had for so long, and work towards a place of body acceptance and neutrality.
Contact me for a discovery call! https://youfirst.janeapp.com/
8 Years Experience
Body Image
Darbey Carlson
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, MSc, RYT-200, ADHD-CCSP
Do you look in the mirror and wish you felt differently about the body that takes you through your world? Let's work together to identify the causes, triggers, and coping methods that make your body image uniquely, and positively/neutrally your own.
9 Years Experience
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Nunavut, Ontario, Saskatchewan
(Online Only)
Body Image
Sierra Goldfinger
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
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.
5 Years Experience
Body Image
Michelle Iacobucci
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
The relationship we hold with our body is deeply personal and can be challenging at times. When working with body image, it may be helpful to explore how external systems and socio-cultural narratives flood our perceptions about ourselves and our bodies. We can work to deconstruct these ideas that are no longer serving you and reach a place of healing where true love and respect for your body becomes a reality. Please contact me for a free consultation to learn more about my approach and to determine if we would be a good fit.
8 Years Experience
Body Image
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
If you're reading this you're probably wanting to feel better about how you look. You might not like my approach then, because my approach is to help you feel better about how you feel.
Instead of taking a cognitive approach to adjust your thinking about self-image, we can take a somatic approach, working with the charge of discomfort that can come up around body stuff, and finding ways to lower the intensity of that charge.
11 Years Experience
Online in Multiple States
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
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Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec
(Online Only)
Body Image
Jenny Kapichen
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Many people grow up with oppressive societal or family expectations about body norms and standards. We’ll work to untangle and free yourself from those unrealistic ideals. I’m here to support you in embracing and appreciating yourself, just as you are.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5R 3K4
Online in
Ontario
Body Image
Namrta Mohan
Registered Psychotherapist, M.Sc Psychology, RP, Clinical Traumatologist
You aren't happy with the way you feel about your physical body. You have developed certain thought process about it and it is governing your outlook. This is causing you pain, stress, anxiety, depressed feelings and all leading to social isolation. Let us get through this together. This might seem impossible, but let me tell you, This is attainable!!!
19 Years Experience
In-Person in Brampton, ON L6P 0B7
Online in
Ontario
Body Image
Ilana Blumenkranz
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
I can provide you with skills and insight into messages which are creating your internal concept of your body image.
12 Years Experience
Online in
Ontario (Online Only)