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Therapy for Identity,
Self-Esteem & Self-Image in Ontario
The way you see yourself can influence your relationships, confidence, boundaries, and everyday life. At Gibson & Associates, our therapists provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for identity, self-esteem, and self-image in Ontario.
Whether you're struggling with self-doubt, people-pleasing, questions about your identity, or feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy can provide a supportive space to explore these experiences and develop a stronger relationship with yourself.
In-person and virtual therapy available in-person in London, Toronto and Barrie, and virtually across Ontario.
Exploring your identity in therapy
Your sense of identity can change throughout your life. Relationships, family experiences, culture, social expectations, major life transitions, and difficult experiences can all influence how you understand yourself.
You may find yourself questioning who you are, what you want, or whether the life you're living reflects your values.Identity-focused therapy can give you space to explore these questions without judgement.
Together with your therapist, you can explore your values, relationships, experiences, and patterns while developing a deeper understanding of what feels authentic to you.
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Therapy for self-esteem & self-worth
Self-esteem isn't just about feeling confident. It can also influence how you respond to mistakes, set boundaries, navigate relationships, and treat yourself when things don't go as planned.
Therapy may help you explore:
- Self-doubt and insecurity
- Low self-esteem and self-worth
- Negative self-talk
- People-pleasing
- Perfectionism
- Difficulty setting boundaries
- Comparing yourself to others
- Shame and self-criticism
- Feeling like you're "not enough"
Therapy can provide space to understand where these patterns come from and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
How do I know if therapy could help?
Therapy may be worth exploring if you find yourself:
- Frequently questioning your worth or abilities
- Being particularly hard on yourself
- Struggling to know what you want
- Having difficulty setting boundaries
- Putting other people's needs before your own
- Feeling disconnected from who you are
- Comparing yourself to others
- Struggling with a major life transition
- Feeling uncertain about your identity or direction
- Wanting to better understand your relationship with yourself
You don't need to have a specific diagnosis or know exactly what you want to work on before reaching out.
What can identity & self-image therapy help with?
Our therapists can support you with concerns related to:
- Identity and self-discovery
- Self-esteem and self-worth
- Self-image and body image
- Confidence and self-doubt
- Perfectionism
- People-pleasing
- Boundaries and assertiveness
- Shame and self-criticism
- Relationship patterns
- Major life transitions
- Feeling disconnected from yourself
- Understanding your values and needs
You don't need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. Exploring these questions can be part of the process.
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Find aTherapist in Ontario
Finding the right therapist is an important part of the counselling process. Explore our therapist directory to learn more about our team, their areas of focus, therapeutic approaches, and availability.
Abby Ajvaz
Alyshia Wagstaff
Brian O’Connor
FAQs
Identity-focused therapy provides space to explore your sense of self, values, relationships, experiences, and the ways these may have shaped how you understand yourself.
Therapy can help you explore patterns of self-criticism, self-doubt, perfectionism, and people-pleasing while developing a more supportive relationship with yourself.
Yes. Therapy can provide a non-judgemental space to explore self-image, body image, comparison, and the experiences that influence how you perceive yourself.
Yes. Gibson & Associates offers virtual therapy throughout Ontario, as well as in-person appointments at select locations.
Yes. Gibson & Associates has therapists serving London, Toronto, and Barrie, as well as clients throughout Ontario through virtual therapy.
Still have questions?
Finding the right therapist can take a little time. If you're not sure whether therapy is right for you, or you have questions about our approach, we're here to help.
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