Body Image therapists in Ottawa, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Body Image
Kristie Brassard & Associates
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!
14 Years Experience
Body Image
Emily Beeckmans
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., RSW, CHRP
Exploring deep-rooted beliefs about body, self, weight. Heal deep hurt and painful memories connected to body, self, and weight. Challenging societal body ideals as well as challenging negative self-talk.
26 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.
2 Years Experience
Body Image
Leigh Berry
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RHN
Body image, and disordered and emotional eating challenges are largely a symptom of something else. Together we will work to understand your eating patterns and behaviour, plus uncover the root causes- including challenging thoughts and feelings, behind the behaviour. Working with a therapist to address body image or emotional eating challenges can establish insights into triggering situations, longstanding beliefs about body, health or food, and how these beliefs impact the choices you make or your relationship to Self. Learn practical tools you can use to manage underlying thought patterns, and activated emotions, including use of mindfulness strategies.
14 Years Experience
Body Image
Morgan Mackenzie
Registered Social Worker, RSW
In my therapeutic practice, I specialize in supporting individuals grappling with body image concerns. Our relationship with our bodies is complex and deeply intertwined with self-esteem, societal expectations, and personal experiences. I am passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore and challenge negative perceptions of their bodies. Through a combination of empathetic listening, body-positive interventions, and cognitive-behavioral techniques, I help clients develop a more compassionate and accepting relationship with their bodies. Whether addressing body dysmorphia, weight-related concerns, or societal pressures, I strive to empower individuals to embrace their unique identities and cultivate a positive sense of self. Together, we work towards building resilience, fostering self-acceptance, and promoting a healthier body image that aligns with each client's authentic and individual journey.
1 Years Experience
Body Image
Sierra Goldfinger
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.
3 Years Experience