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M.A., RCC-ACS
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Welcome to Healing Horizons Therapy! I am currently accepting new clients for both individual and couples' sessions. I see clients both online and in person. To let you know a little about me, I have a master’s degree in…

M.A., RCC

Allison Rice (she/her) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, with over 20 years of experience, who works with clients in offices in Vancouver and Courtenay, BC. Splitting her time between the city of Vancouver, where she…

I work as part of the team of passionate and skilled practitioners at Empowering Health Clinic. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and client-centered. I believe you are the expert in your own life and…

M.A., RCC
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Everyone struggles with something. We can’t control every thought, feeling, or body sensation we have, but we can find ways to create balance and choice in our lives, particularly during times of stress, uncertainty, and…

M.Ed., R.Psych

Azula holds her Masters in Counselling Psychology and is a Registered Psychologist with over 20 years experience in private practice. She has also worked as a clinician with Mental Health Services for 16 years providing…

M.S.W., RSW
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Wellwoods Counselling is founded on the recognition of our innate wholeness. Bringing together a wealth of life experience and decades of training in psychological and spiritual traditions, I provide holistic and…

M.C., RCC
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Maybe you are struggling with anxiety and depression, working on building self-confidence, looking to heal past trauma, facing challenges in your relationships, or just needing a space to talk. I welcome individuals who…

How long will this last? Am I doomed to feel like this forever? It’s possible that you may be asking these questions. You might also be feeling alone - like no one else truly understands what you’re going through. Your…

M.A., RCC-ACS

In my 17 years as both a counsellor and clinical supervisor I learned that what people want most from a therapist is an effective and compassionate advocate for change. They want to feel like their therapist really "gets…

MCP:AT, RCC
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Hi, I'm Kathryn. I support adults (18–65+) navigating anxiety, depression, relational struggles, identity questions, and body/food relationship issues, so that they can feel more like themselves in the world. I offer…

M.Couns., RCC
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Weekend & Evening Availability. In-Person or Online. You might be facing a setback, and it can be hard to stay positive and not lose faith in your dreams. I know how you feel, I have been there too. I can help you create…

Ph.D., R.Psych

Dr. Jennifer Trew is a Registered Psychologist (CPBC #2224) specializing in the treatment of stress, anxiety, and mood difficulties in adults. She has training and expertise in assessing and treating depression, extreme…

M.A., RCC

I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience working in private practice and the voluntary sector. I work with individuals, couples, groups and families. I also offer…

MC, RCC
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Three common things I hear: you have some understanding of why something happens intellectually but that doesn't stop it from happening or feeling bad. you can't figure out why you keep on doing the same thing in…

M.Ed., RCC
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Kathryn believes that counselling is a collaborative process between the client and their counsellor and treats the relationship as a partnership. She uses a strengths-based and solution-focused approach to help her…

At Here Beside Counselling in Victoria, BC, I offer trauma-focused counselling for adults who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, complex trauma, relationship struggles, shame, or a sense of…

M.S.W., RSW
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ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I value each opportunity to support individuals as they navigate life’s challenges. I work with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, relationship challenges, anger, low…

M.A., RCC
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I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Canadian Certified Counsellor who primarily works with gay men through online video counselling. As a gay man, do any of these sound familiar? I’m so sensitive and overreact to…

MACP, RCC

Counselling is about connection. If you feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, burnt out, or caught in old patterns of self-doubt, people-pleasing, or perfectionism, you do not need to go through this time alone. Through a…

M.A., RCC
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Your mind knows it’s not rational. But that doesn’t change anything. The painful feelings and old patterns—they don’t seem to care about logic. That's because they're not coming from the logical part of the brain. To…

M.A., R.Psych

I have had the honour throughout the past 20 years of my career to witness the power of individuals and families to make positive changes in their lives. My past experience includes work within counselling agencies…

M.A., RCC
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Hi, I'm Beth. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor who is passionate about empowering others in the face of life’s challenges to live a full and authentic life. I am creative and collaborative in navigating your journey…

M.S.W., RCSW
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MY REGULAR CLIENTS In more than 20 years of experience I have seen common themes which often lead to problems: negative thinking, and relentless “mean talk” towards self good at discounting and discrediting self your…

Ph.D., R.Psych

As a registered psychologist, I have helped hundreds of people over the past 25 years heal emotional wounds and recover peace of mind. If you're finding that your daily mood and quality of life are being diminished by…

Congratulations on having the courage to work towards a better you. As someone that has walked a similar path of self-improvement, I empathize with your struggle and truly appreciate the spark within you that reaches for…

M.A., RCC
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Through talk therapy, skills practice, and engaging activities in session, I support clients who are wanting to explore change in their lives and are seeking opportunities for personal growth. When working with together…

My approach to the counseling process is that not one approach fits all. Although my background and experience is rooted in attachment-based theory and cognitive behavioral approaches used within a mindfulness lens; I…

M.A., CCC
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Let me bring my focused training and experience in working with adults with ADHD, Trauma and PTSD and Anxiety Disorders to support you in your individual, couple's or group therapy counselling journey. I'm here to…

M.A., RCC
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I believe in the power of collaboration, and my passion lies in partnering with you to navigate life's challenges and foster personal growth. Working together, I can help you set goals, make decisions, and explore…

M.Ed., CCC
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I offer heart centred counselling for those interested in growth. I support Highly Sensitive People (HSP) and those struggling with anxiety grief and relationships. As humans, we thrive in connection and it is in…

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Self-Esteem Issues Counsellors

A positive self-esteem is an essential tool to help someone function as a productive member of society. Our basic sense of worth determines how well we are able to deal with situations and how well we perform in the family, at school, at work and in life.

Having a healthy self-esteem means that we have a sense of self-worth, self-respect and the ability to find the good in yourself. On the contrary, a negative self image can lead to social anxiety, loneliness, self-criticism, shame and even anger. A person with low self-esteem often feels isolated.

Self-esteem issues are usually created in childhood when negative experiences and poor influences and reactions from caregivers stunt the development of a positive self esteem. Self-esteem can also be affected by abuse, or by being different. A person may be stigmatized for his or her social identity, race, social class, behaviors or appearance.

However, a person's self-esteem can also be challenged during adulthood when one experiences marital issues, financial problems, career glitches or legal challenges.

Therapy can help a person come to terms with self-esteem issues. A therapist will help identify the causes of self-esteem issues and help the individual to regain control over circumstances through goal-directed therapy.

It can help someone with low self-esteem to separate who they are from what they have, or how they look in order to overcome low self-esteem issues. Discovering one's worth is a great way to take control of situations and to learn to feel adequate.

If you are looking for a counsellor or psychologist who offers goal directed therapy to address your self-esteem issues, you may want to search the directory to find a professional whose approach will suit you best.