Body Image therapists in Elliot Lake, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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."
11 Years Experience
Body Image
Shasha Weir
Counsellor/Therapist, RSSW
If you are someone who struggles with negative body image, it's important to remember that our bodies are unique and deserving of love and care, regardless of how they look. It's also important to recognize that societal standards of beauty can be unrealistic and harmful. We can challenge these standards by embracing body diversity and practicing self-compassion. It takes time and effort to shift negative beliefs about our bodies, but with patience and support, it's possible to cultivate a healthier relationship with our physical selves. Remember, your worth is not determined by your appearance.
8 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
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
Lotus Pathways Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
There are many factors that affect body image, such as gender norms, social media, cultural background, self-esteem, age, and so on. Together, we will work on building a new, healthy relationship and connection with your body.
3 Years Experience