Body Image therapists in Richmond, BC
Browse Body Image therapists in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Body Image
Carol D.B. Whaley Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
So much of our struggles with how we look are rooted in our sense of self-worth. Different from self-esteem, self-worth comes from knowing we are loveable simply because we exist; not by how we look or how well we perform in life. We are loveable and perfect because we breath. Through Somatic Psychotherapy we can begin to feel into the body's inner knowledge of our innate beauty, allowing ourselves to struggle less with a body image that is so externally defined. We begin to cultivate an inner knowing of our true innate beauty unaffected by external sources. A true sense of self-love and acceptance.
42 Years Experience
In-Person Near Richmond, BC
Online in Richmond, BC
Body Image
Kristen Bailey Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, Masters of Arts Counselling Psychology
I am passionate about supporting those toward a more accepting approach toward their bodies. Whether you struggle with Body Dysmorphia or your dissatisfaction of your body just takes up more space in your mind than you would like- therapy can be extremely beneficial. I want to support people in getting a place where they can be more accepting of themselves as a whole and be more able to tolerate difficult thoughts and emotions related top their bodies that are causing distress.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Richmond, BC
Online in Richmond, BC
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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 Richmond, BC (Online Only)
Body Image
Shelley Murphy, Food & Body Image Hypnotherapist
Hypnotherapist, BASc, Former RD
Shelley brings a rare combination of expertise as a former registered dietitian turned hypnotherapist. Many people who seek hypnotherapy with her have already been harmed by dieting and restriction. Shelley's approach supports: reducing shame around eating, rebuilding trust in body cues, softening critical self-talk, and improving body image. When the body feels safer, behaviour and thoughts becomes more consistent, creating a sense of peace and healing.
3 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
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Natalie V. Bochenska
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCAT, Certified Somatic Practitioner
Struggling with body image can affect your confidence, relationships, and ability to feel comfortable in your own skin. I use somatic and creative approaches to explore the emotions, experiences, and beliefs that shape your relationship with your body. Our work focuses on developing self-compassion, reconnecting with your body, and moving toward a more accepting relationship with yourself.
6 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
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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 Richmond, BC (Online Only)
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Suzanne Nievaart
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
I help you explore your relationship to your body and self-esteem.
1 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
Body Image
Clayre Sessoms
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, ATR-BC
Struggles with body image are rarely about how you look; they are about how safe and connected you feel while living inside a body that is constantly subjected to societal scrutiny, ableism, and conditioning. Serving clients online throughout British Columbia, I integrate creative art therapy and somatic exploration to help you transition from critical external self-judgment to a compassionate internal experience. We will work slowly to foster an embodied self-acceptance that feels real, safe, and entirely your own.
8 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
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Vanessa Fingland
Counsellor/Therapist, CCPCPR.cand, RPC-C
Struggling with negative body image can affect your confidence, self worth, and the way you experience everyday life, leaving you feeling trapped by self criticism and unrealistic expectations. Together, we'll explore the beliefs and experiences that have shaped how you see yourself, develop greater self compassion, and build a healthier, more accepting relationship with your body. My goal is to help you feel more confident, comfortable, and at peace with yourself, regardless of your size or appearance.
8 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
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Transversality Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors
Our identities are socially constructed so it is our relationship with our body, normalizing that relationship can clear the space for a kind and compassionate view and relationship with our bodies.
16 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
Body Image therapists in Richmond, BC Statistics
Body Image therapists in Richmond, BC average 10 years of experience and charge around $158 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (60%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (59%), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) (56%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$158
Accept insurance
69%
Offer sliding scale
60%
Gender ID
| 77% |
Female |
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| 19% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 60% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 59% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 56% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 55% | Somatic Therapy |
| 52% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 51% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 49% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Teen |
| 59% | Senior |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 72% | Women |
| 55% | Men |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 36% | Christian |