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Hammam Farah
Registered Psychotherapist, CTP Dpl
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I’m here to help you overcome anxiety, to feel empowered, to flourish in your relationships and to facilitate the healing and change you desire in a safe, confidential, creative and compassionate setting. I am a trauma-informed therapist who specializes in self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, loneliness, depression, relationships, dissociation, anger and grief/loss. Change happens when we expand our self-awareness by understanding ourselves. But to understand ourselves, we first need to be understood. That’s why the therapeutic relationship—built on trust, honesty, empathy and vulnerability—lies at the heart of personal change.
I’m here to help you overcome anxiety, to feel empowered, to flourish in your relationships and to facilitate the healing and change you desire in a safe, confidential, creative and compassionate setting. I am a trauma-informed therapist who specializes in self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, loneliness, depression, relationships, dissociation, anger and grief/loss. Change happens when we expand our self-awareness by understanding ourselves. But to understand ourselves, we first need to be understood. That’s why the therapeutic relationship—built on trust, honesty, empathy and vulnerability—lies at the heart of personal change.
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Ryan A. Spodek
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
I am a Clinical Social Worker, registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers, having earned my Master's degree from Yeshiva University- Wurzweiler School of Social Work. I am a professional member of International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals and am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. My clinical practice focuses on treating difficulties with anxiety and stress, mood and depression, addiction, relationships, coping with chronic or stress-related medical illness and other psychological/emotional issues, through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other therapeutic modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and traditional psychotherapy.
I am a Clinical Social Worker, registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers, having earned my Master's degree from Yeshiva University- Wurzweiler School of Social Work. I am a professional member of International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals and am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. My clinical practice focuses on treating difficulties with anxiety and stress, mood and depression, addiction, relationships, coping with chronic or stress-related medical illness and other psychological/emotional issues, through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other therapeutic modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and traditional psychotherapy.
(647) 931-3970 View (647) 931-3970
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Wright Psychological Services
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
Virtual services available throughout Ontario. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist, registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I’m here to guide you through life’s most complex and difficult matters. I truly care about my clients’ well-being and will work collaboratively with you to better understand and manage the problems you are experiencing.
Virtual services available throughout Ontario. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist, registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. I’m here to guide you through life’s most complex and difficult matters. I truly care about my clients’ well-being and will work collaboratively with you to better understand and manage the problems you are experiencing.
(249) 504-0205 View (249) 504-0205
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Larry Borins, Toronto Therapist
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
Struggling with depression and anxiety can feel like being caught in an endless storm, with no relief in sight. But you don't have to weather this storm alone. I'm here to offer a guiding light, a beacon of hope, to lead you out of the darkness and into the warmth of healing and growth. I'm dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through life's challenges, aiding them in finding renewed happiness, deeper connections, and a sense of security. Whether overwhelmed by worry, self-doubt or grappling with strained relationships, know that you've found a safe space for support. Let's embark on this journey toward a brighter tomorrow.
Struggling with depression and anxiety can feel like being caught in an endless storm, with no relief in sight. But you don't have to weather this storm alone. I'm here to offer a guiding light, a beacon of hope, to lead you out of the darkness and into the warmth of healing and growth. I'm dedicated to guiding individuals and couples through life's challenges, aiding them in finding renewed happiness, deeper connections, and a sense of security. Whether overwhelmed by worry, self-doubt or grappling with strained relationships, know that you've found a safe space for support. Let's embark on this journey toward a brighter tomorrow.
(289) 278-9565 View (289) 278-9565
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Andrew Guthrie
PhD, Tcpp di, RP
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M4N
Andrew Guthrie, Ph.D., Tcpp dip., R.P. has been a psychotherapist in Toronto since 2000. He trained at Concordia and McGill Universities, the University of Toronto, the Toronto Child Psychoanalytic Program, and the Toronto Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis. He offers psychodynamic assessments and psychotherapy that reflect a deep knowledge of the psychotherapy field and a genuine commitment to the patients in his care. He treats a wide variety of emotional and behavioural problems with his professional yet compassionate approach. Please call or email for more information, or visit his website www.therapyintoronto.com.
Andrew Guthrie, Ph.D., Tcpp dip., R.P. has been a psychotherapist in Toronto since 2000. He trained at Concordia and McGill Universities, the University of Toronto, the Toronto Child Psychoanalytic Program, and the Toronto Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis. He offers psychodynamic assessments and psychotherapy that reflect a deep knowledge of the psychotherapy field and a genuine commitment to the patients in his care. He treats a wide variety of emotional and behavioural problems with his professional yet compassionate approach. Please call or email for more information, or visit his website www.therapyintoronto.com.
(855) 411-0316 View (855) 411-0316
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Julian P Humphreys
PhD, MCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
If you believe that the past impacts the present, and you would like to work on your past to create a better future, then I may be a good fit for you. My background is in Psychology and Philosophy, with additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (with the founder Steve Hayes), Co-Active Coaching (with the founders Karen and Henry-House) and Psychoanalysis. I enjoy working with curious, open-minded people who are keen to understand themselves, their relationships, and their environments better, so they can live healthier lives, make more informed choices, and be confident in who they are and what they have to offer.
If you believe that the past impacts the present, and you would like to work on your past to create a better future, then I may be a good fit for you. My background is in Psychology and Philosophy, with additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (with the founder Steve Hayes), Co-Active Coaching (with the founders Karen and Henry-House) and Psychoanalysis. I enjoy working with curious, open-minded people who are keen to understand themselves, their relationships, and their environments better, so they can live healthier lives, make more informed choices, and be confident in who they are and what they have to offer.
(437) 747-4818 View (437) 747-4818

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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.