Body Image therapists in Leaside-Bennington, ON
Browse Body Image therapists in Leaside-Bennington, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Body Image
Lori-Ann Wesley
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., R.P., C.C.T.P.
Helping one’s thoughts, perception, and attitudes about their physical appearance, reducing anxiety worry, and depression associated with a negative body image.
Negative body image often involves a distorted perception of one’s self, body dissatisfaction, shame, anxiety, and self-consciousness. Working towards feeling confident empowered developing a positive relationship with oneself.
29 Years Experience
In-Person Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
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
In-Person Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
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
In-Person Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
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
In-Person Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
Body Image
Therapedia Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
At Therapedia Centre, we offer compassionate psychotherapy for body image issues in Toronto, North York, East York, and Yorkville. Our therapists help individuals struggling with negative self-perception, self-esteem concerns, or disordered eating patterns develop a healthier and more accepting relationship with their bodies. Through Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Art Therapy, clients learn to challenge unhelpful beliefs, manage social and emotional triggers, and reconnect with their bodies in empowering ways. We provide a supportive and non-judgmental space to explore the impact of body image on mental health and build confidence, self-compassion, and a stronger sense of identity.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
Body Image
Amanda Neves Therapy + Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Struggling with body image can affect confidence, relationships, and overall well-being. We offer a trauma-informed, somatic, and experiential approach that helps you connect with your body in a compassionate, empowering way. Using Attachment-Focused Therapy, AEDP, and IFS, we explore the roots of self-criticism, perfectionism, and internalized messages about your body. Together, we work on developing self-compassion, emotional regulation, and a healthier relationship with yourself, addressing both thoughts and the bodily experience of stress, shame, or discomfort. Our sessions provide a safe, non-judgmental space to heal, cultivate self-acceptance, and move toward a life where your worth isn’t defined by appearance, but by who you are.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
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 Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
Body Image
Ekta Abhay Lather
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Body image is a deeply personal aspect of our lives, shaping how we perceive and feel about our physical appearance. It involves our beliefs, thoughts, and emotions about our bodies, and it plays a significant role in our self-esteem and mental well-being. When we have a positive body image, we cultivate feelings of confidence and self-acceptance, which are so vital for our happiness. Conversely, struggling with a negative body image can lead to feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, and sadness.
It’s important to remember that societal standards of beauty can often distort our perceptions of ourselves. This makes it even more essential to nurture an attitude that celebrates the diversity of body shapes and sizes around us. Practicing self-love, showing gratitude for our bodies, and surrounding ourselves with positive and supportive people can truly help foster a healthier body image. By doing so, we can promote a kinder and more loving relationship with ourselves, reminding us that we are all deserving of compassion and acceptance.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
Body Image
Centre for Psychology and Emotional Health
Psychologist
Our team includes several therapists who specialize in body image issues. In individual therapy, we will help you deal with difficult, painful, and/or vulnerable emotions and issues, and skillfully work with you to transform them in lasting ways.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
Body Image
Sierra Gaudreault
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Has worry about your appearance taken over your thoughts and life? Does it feel hard to have a stable sense of self-worth that does not depend on what you look like? I use evidence-based strategies to help you build awareness of what's keeping you stuck fixating on your appearance, renegotiate your relationship with your body and lead a life that fulfills you in the long-term. I integrate elements from cognitive therapy for eating disorders (CBT-E), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and narrative therapy.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Leaside-Bennington, ON
Online in Leaside-Bennington, ON
Body Image therapists in Leaside-Bennington, ON Statistics
Body Image therapists in Leaside-Bennington, ON average 10 years of experience and charge around $170 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (67%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (63%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$170
Accept insurance
84%
Offer sliding scale
66%
Gender ID
| 76% |
Female |
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| 18% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 67% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 63% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 58% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 52% | Narrative Therapy |
| 50% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Teen |
| 63% | Senior |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Men |
| 33% | Christian |
| 33% | Persons with Disabilities |