Self Esteem Therapists in Kelowna, BC
Do You Say You're Fine, But Your Body Tells a Different Story? Let’s Uncover What’s Really Going On!
As a clinician, I draw from both top-down (mind-based) and bottom-up (body-based) approaches to support healing and integration. We might explore your thoughts and patterns to make sense of your experiences, or gently work with the nervous system to release what has been held in the body. My work is grounded in somatic therapy, relational connection, and the belief that healing happens not just through insight, but through lived, safe experiences—one step at a time. Therapy with me is paced, compassionate, and experiential.
Do You Say You're Fine, But Your Body Tells a Different Story? Let’s Uncover What’s Really Going On!
As a clinician, I draw from both top-down (mind-based) and bottom-up (body-based) approaches to support healing and integration. We might explore your thoughts and patterns to make sense of your experiences, or gently work with the nervous system to release what has been held in the body. My work is grounded in somatic therapy, relational connection, and the belief that healing happens not just through insight, but through lived, safe experiences—one step at a time. Therapy with me is paced, compassionate, and experiential.
I work with young adults navigating trauma, identity, self-criticism, and the many challenges that life can bring. As a newcomer to Canada, I grasp the intricacies of finding belonging and defining identity. I also understand how challenging vulnerability can feel, especially when opening up to others hasn’t always felt safe. With a warm and compassionate approach, I aim to reconnect clients with their own strengths, self-understanding, and capacity to grow.
I work with young adults navigating trauma, identity, self-criticism, and the many challenges that life can bring. As a newcomer to Canada, I grasp the intricacies of finding belonging and defining identity. I also understand how challenging vulnerability can feel, especially when opening up to others hasn’t always felt safe. With a warm and compassionate approach, I aim to reconnect clients with their own strengths, self-understanding, and capacity to grow.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
I work with people from all walks of life to address issues around self-acceptance, body image, and identity. I love helping people explore their values and goals, work on habit formation, reduce stress, improve their quality of life, and address anxiety and depression.
I enjoy working with couples and individuals focused on relationships, healthy communication, emotional expression, and boundaries. This includes working with folks with a history of relationship and family trauma and abuse. I welcome people who are exploring sexuality, intimacy, friendship, and relationships of all types.
I work with people from all walks of life to address issues around self-acceptance, body image, and identity. I love helping people explore their values and goals, work on habit formation, reduce stress, improve their quality of life, and address anxiety and depression.
I enjoy working with couples and individuals focused on relationships, healthy communication, emotional expression, and boundaries. This includes working with folks with a history of relationship and family trauma and abuse. I welcome people who are exploring sexuality, intimacy, friendship, and relationships of all types.
If you are hoping to work on areas of self-worth, anxiety, life transitions, existential questions, personal growth, or mindfulness I may be a good fit for your needs.
I am deeply committed to building authentic and collaborative relationships with clients. My work is largely informed by Person-Centered Therapy which is grounded in authentic, accepting, and empathic therapeutic engagement. I tailor my approach to meeting clients’ specific needs and enjoy incorporating expressive arts therapies, mindfulness, and somatic practices into therapy sessions when clients choose to. My training in multicultural counselling and social justice has also informed my passion for providing inclusive, safe, and individualized care for clients of all backgrounds.
If you are hoping to work on areas of self-worth, anxiety, life transitions, existential questions, personal growth, or mindfulness I may be a good fit for your needs.
I am deeply committed to building authentic and collaborative relationships with clients. My work is largely informed by Person-Centered Therapy which is grounded in authentic, accepting, and empathic therapeutic engagement. I tailor my approach to meeting clients’ specific needs and enjoy incorporating expressive arts therapies, mindfulness, and somatic practices into therapy sessions when clients choose to. My training in multicultural counselling and social justice has also informed my passion for providing inclusive, safe, and individualized care for clients of all backgrounds.
We here at Virtuous Circle Counselling believe deeply in coming from situations of vicious cycles to those of virtuous circles. Vicious cycles are harmful and detrimental and will have you feeling like you are in a rut that you cannot get out of. Virtuous circles come from places of nonjudgmental and growth. At Virtuous Circle Counselling we know mental health is important and we aim to facilitate the change you seek. Our Registered Clinical Therapists offer in-person sessions, online therapy, or phone counselling to help support our clients.
We here at Virtuous Circle Counselling believe deeply in coming from situations of vicious cycles to those of virtuous circles. Vicious cycles are harmful and detrimental and will have you feeling like you are in a rut that you cannot get out of. Virtuous circles come from places of nonjudgmental and growth. At Virtuous Circle Counselling we know mental health is important and we aim to facilitate the change you seek. Our Registered Clinical Therapists offer in-person sessions, online therapy, or phone counselling to help support our clients.
Intrinsic Hearts Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, BSW, BA
Kelowna, BC V1Y
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and a Certified EMDR Therapist with over 18 years of experience. By gently interweaving both these modalities, EMDR becomes more gentle! I am passionate about journeying alongside my clients to aid a deeper loving connection with self and in turn with others. By incorporating the mind body connection my clients welcome parts of themselves and their lives that at one time may have been excruciating into an integral, whole and beautiful self. EMDR helps process through the most painful experience so that we can see ourselves in a new and resilient light. It’s such an honour!
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and a Certified EMDR Therapist with over 18 years of experience. By gently interweaving both these modalities, EMDR becomes more gentle! I am passionate about journeying alongside my clients to aid a deeper loving connection with self and in turn with others. By incorporating the mind body connection my clients welcome parts of themselves and their lives that at one time may have been excruciating into an integral, whole and beautiful self. EMDR helps process through the most painful experience so that we can see ourselves in a new and resilient light. It’s such an honour!
Hey, I'm Layne. If you feel like your mind never shuts off, you’re constantly second-guessing yourself, or you’ve lost touch with the version of you that feels calm and clear, let’s connect. Clients often come to me when they are navigating anxiety, burnout, ADHD, perfectionism, and big life transitions. Together, we’ll look at what’s beneath the patterns keeping you stuck and begin rebuilding from a place of self-trust, steadiness, and inner knowing. I’m here to offer you a space where you are able to slow down, gain safety in your own body, and create meaningful, lasting shifts.
Hey, I'm Layne. If you feel like your mind never shuts off, you’re constantly second-guessing yourself, or you’ve lost touch with the version of you that feels calm and clear, let’s connect. Clients often come to me when they are navigating anxiety, burnout, ADHD, perfectionism, and big life transitions. Together, we’ll look at what’s beneath the patterns keeping you stuck and begin rebuilding from a place of self-trust, steadiness, and inner knowing. I’m here to offer you a space where you are able to slow down, gain safety in your own body, and create meaningful, lasting shifts.
Using a depth-psychodynamic approach, I help you get to the root of the issues in your life to make lasting positive changes. A depth (or Jungian) perspective looks into the unconscious forces at play while a psychodynamic perspective allows us to see how your past is playing out in your present relationships. I have an eye for spotting the patterns that are limiting your growth then I use a compassionate yet challenging approach and gentle confrontation to get you unstuck and out of shame, confusion, and depression. Above all, my focus is to empower and reconnect you with your inner truth and authentic confidence.
Using a depth-psychodynamic approach, I help you get to the root of the issues in your life to make lasting positive changes. A depth (or Jungian) perspective looks into the unconscious forces at play while a psychodynamic perspective allows us to see how your past is playing out in your present relationships. I have an eye for spotting the patterns that are limiting your growth then I use a compassionate yet challenging approach and gentle confrontation to get you unstuck and out of shame, confusion, and depression. Above all, my focus is to empower and reconnect you with your inner truth and authentic confidence.
Whether you need support through a significant life event, you want to challenge unkind thoughts about yourself or others, or you're just generally feeling unwell and unbalanced – you're not alone on this journey. You may have days where you feel low, nervous, unmotivated, or lost. Those can get in the way of your enjoyment, your relationships, or you just being at your best. I work with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds, placing an intentional focus on folks who identify within the IBPOC, queer, gay/lesbian, trans, and other underserved communities.
Whether you need support through a significant life event, you want to challenge unkind thoughts about yourself or others, or you're just generally feeling unwell and unbalanced – you're not alone on this journey. You may have days where you feel low, nervous, unmotivated, or lost. Those can get in the way of your enjoyment, your relationships, or you just being at your best. I work with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds, placing an intentional focus on folks who identify within the IBPOC, queer, gay/lesbian, trans, and other underserved communities.
I emphasize self-confidence and collaboration to achieve goals.
I began my career advocating for the importance of mental health across all age groups. I've worked with both children and adults, helping them overcome emotional and cognitive challenges. My commitment to mental health advocacy spans all age groups, rooted in my early career experiences. I work with both children and adults, helping them navigate emotional and cognitive challenges. I bring extensive experience and expertise to my practice. My integrative approach, drawn from various frameworks, allows me to provide tailored support.
I emphasize self-confidence and collaboration to achieve goals.
I began my career advocating for the importance of mental health across all age groups. I've worked with both children and adults, helping them overcome emotional and cognitive challenges. My commitment to mental health advocacy spans all age groups, rooted in my early career experiences. I work with both children and adults, helping them navigate emotional and cognitive challenges. I bring extensive experience and expertise to my practice. My integrative approach, drawn from various frameworks, allows me to provide tailored support.
This is your first step towards change, and you did it - you made it to this website and clicked on my link! As you decide whether I might be the right fit for you, please allow me to offer some insight about my counselling approach. Whether you are experiencing a difficult life transition or just feel stuck, it is imperative that you understand that your needs, not mine, will always be at the forefront of our time together. My role is to journey along side you, guiding and encouraging but never leading. I will always look to you as the expert in your own life.
Note: I am a registered counsellor with BC's CVAP program
This is your first step towards change, and you did it - you made it to this website and clicked on my link! As you decide whether I might be the right fit for you, please allow me to offer some insight about my counselling approach. Whether you are experiencing a difficult life transition or just feel stuck, it is imperative that you understand that your needs, not mine, will always be at the forefront of our time together. My role is to journey along side you, guiding and encouraging but never leading. I will always look to you as the expert in your own life.
Note: I am a registered counsellor with BC's CVAP program
I offer counselling in the Okanagan and Kamloops, and virtually across BC, for youth and adults with ADHD, stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-harm, trauma and issues with self-esteem, self-worth and perfectionism.
I offer in office, virtual and walk in talk appointments - including the option of having a dog! I have over 10 years of experience working with youth and adults in various settings. I mainly work using CBT, Narrative, Adlerian, and Humanistic based approaches. I am registered with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors as a RCC.
I offer counselling in the Okanagan and Kamloops, and virtually across BC, for youth and adults with ADHD, stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship challenges, self-harm, trauma and issues with self-esteem, self-worth and perfectionism.
I offer in office, virtual and walk in talk appointments - including the option of having a dog! I have over 10 years of experience working with youth and adults in various settings. I mainly work using CBT, Narrative, Adlerian, and Humanistic based approaches. I am registered with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors as a RCC.
Hello! I’m Michael, a counsellor with Northern Tide Support Services. Life can be difficult, but also deeply meaningful. Sometimes our thoughts and feelings pull us off course, making it hard to feel grounded or enjoy what matters most. At Northern Tide Support Services, we focus on treating trauma, recognizing its impact on both mental and physical health. As counsellors, we act as guides on the journey of self-discovery, providing a supportive, nurturing space to help clients heal, grow, and lead more meaningful lives.
Hello! I’m Michael, a counsellor with Northern Tide Support Services. Life can be difficult, but also deeply meaningful. Sometimes our thoughts and feelings pull us off course, making it hard to feel grounded or enjoy what matters most. At Northern Tide Support Services, we focus on treating trauma, recognizing its impact on both mental and physical health. As counsellors, we act as guides on the journey of self-discovery, providing a supportive, nurturing space to help clients heal, grow, and lead more meaningful lives.
Currently on maternity leave.
Our feelings, thoughts, and relationships can be messy. Sometimes, it all feels like it’s just too much. I know what that’s like. I also know it’s a little bit easier when, instead of turning away, someone chooses to sit with you in those moments and says: "This isn’t too much. You’re not (insert terrible thing you fear is true about you). You don’t have to hold this alone.” I believe that’s my job as a therapist – to sit with you in the midst of all that messiness and help you hold the painful and overwhelming parts. From there, we can work together to untangle it and move towards your goals.
Currently on maternity leave.
Our feelings, thoughts, and relationships can be messy. Sometimes, it all feels like it’s just too much. I know what that’s like. I also know it’s a little bit easier when, instead of turning away, someone chooses to sit with you in those moments and says: "This isn’t too much. You’re not (insert terrible thing you fear is true about you). You don’t have to hold this alone.” I believe that’s my job as a therapist – to sit with you in the midst of all that messiness and help you hold the painful and overwhelming parts. From there, we can work together to untangle it and move towards your goals.
This may show up as depression, anxiousness, anger, dissociation, low self-esteem or grief.
My approach is collaborative and holistic, we can focus on what you need right now or gently unpack deeper roots from earlier childhood experiences. This flexibility allows for a client-centered approach. I’m a certified behavioural coach helping individuals create meaningful change and develop practical tools to meet life’s challenges.
This may show up as depression, anxiousness, anger, dissociation, low self-esteem or grief.
My approach is collaborative and holistic, we can focus on what you need right now or gently unpack deeper roots from earlier childhood experiences. This flexibility allows for a client-centered approach. I’m a certified behavioural coach helping individuals create meaningful change and develop practical tools to meet life’s challenges.
I help adults work through anxiety, perfectionism, low self-confidence, and burnout.
You’re hardworking, capable, and often the one others turn to—but inside, you feel drained, stuck, or are constantly second-guessing yourself. You might be navigating anxiety, burnout, or the pressure to keep it all together while your own needs go unmet. Maybe you’ve lost touch with who you are outside of your responsibilities, or struggle to feel “good enough.” You want clarity, ease, and a more honest connection with yourself. You're ready to move beyond people-pleasing and build a life that feels aligned, grounded, and sustainable.
I help adults work through anxiety, perfectionism, low self-confidence, and burnout.
You’re hardworking, capable, and often the one others turn to—but inside, you feel drained, stuck, or are constantly second-guessing yourself. You might be navigating anxiety, burnout, or the pressure to keep it all together while your own needs go unmet. Maybe you’ve lost touch with who you are outside of your responsibilities, or struggle to feel “good enough.” You want clarity, ease, and a more honest connection with yourself. You're ready to move beyond people-pleasing and build a life that feels aligned, grounded, and sustainable.
The connection you share with your counsellor is likely to play a big role in your growth and success in therapy. It’s important to find someone you can be yourself with, and who shows up with the qualities that matter most to you. In my work, I show up as my true self—with energy, humour, thoughtfulness, patience, and compassion. I value open-communication, and won’t shy away from asking thought-provoking questions or challenging behaviours and beliefs to help you see things from a new perspective. I take the time to understand what matters most to you—your goals, values, and the challenges that may be holding you back.
The connection you share with your counsellor is likely to play a big role in your growth and success in therapy. It’s important to find someone you can be yourself with, and who shows up with the qualities that matter most to you. In my work, I show up as my true self—with energy, humour, thoughtfulness, patience, and compassion. I value open-communication, and won’t shy away from asking thought-provoking questions or challenging behaviours and beliefs to help you see things from a new perspective. I take the time to understand what matters most to you—your goals, values, and the challenges that may be holding you back.
Are you a neurodivergent man (ADHD, ASD, HSP) who constantly battles low self-esteem and depression?
I have personal and professional experience with neurodivergence and the practical, emotional, and relational challenges that come with it. Thus, developing healthy habits is essential. We practice together, in-session, to help you identify, regulate, and clearly communicate the emotions that are blocking your self-worth and straining your relationships.
Are you a neurodivergent man (ADHD, ASD, HSP) who constantly battles low self-esteem and depression?
I have personal and professional experience with neurodivergence and the practical, emotional, and relational challenges that come with it. Thus, developing healthy habits is essential. We practice together, in-session, to help you identify, regulate, and clearly communicate the emotions that are blocking your self-worth and straining your relationships.
I can help with developing coping skills to manage anxiety and depression effectively while overcoming shame, inadequacy and self esteem issues.
Areas of expertise include boundaries & people-pleasing, childhood trauma & inner child work, nervous system regulation, premarital support, and self sabotage. As a Counsellor and Breathwork facilitator, I draw from a range of modalities to get you out of your head and into your heart.
I can help with developing coping skills to manage anxiety and depression effectively while overcoming shame, inadequacy and self esteem issues.
Areas of expertise include boundaries & people-pleasing, childhood trauma & inner child work, nervous system regulation, premarital support, and self sabotage. As a Counsellor and Breathwork facilitator, I draw from a range of modalities to get you out of your head and into your heart.
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When should a person seek therapy for low self-esteem?
When self-esteem problems begin to disrupt the healthy daily functioning of an individual, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not engaging with friends for fear of being judged, not completing work assignments because they don’t think they’re capable, or not finding romantic love because they don’t feel they’re worthy of it, a therapist may be able to help.
What are the signs of low self-esteem?
Low self-esteem is a common issue that can affect a person's mental and emotional well-being. Some common signs of low self-esteem include negative self-talk, perfectionism, social anxiety, difficulty making decisions, an inability to set boundaries, people-pleasing, and others. A lack of belief in oneself or one’s abilities and a feeling of not being worthy or deserving underlie most of these characteristics.
What causes low self-esteem?
Feelings of low self-worth can begin in childhood or adulthood. Being raised by a highly critical parent or growing up feeling constant disapproval can stay with a person well into adulthood. Specific issues in adulthood may also be a cause of low self-esteem. An unhappy relationship, a dysfunctional work or school experience can impact a person’s feelings of self-worth.
How can therapy improve self-esteem?
Therapists can help identify negative thought patterns that keep the client stuck in a loop of destructive self-talk and develop coping skills to change the voice in their head. A therapist can help with goal-setting, so that clients are better able to stay on task and build confidence from successfully completing work they’re proud of. Coaching a client on how to better communicate can improve relationships. These skills can result in someone with low self-esteem feeling empowered and living with less fear.