Self Esteem Therapists in Barrie, ON
I am a Registered Social Worker, Clinical Traumatologist, and Autism Specialist with a Master’s in Social Work. Since 2014, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals, couples, families, and adolescents as they navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in compassion and understanding, and I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel truly seen and heard. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, grief and loss, family or relationship conflict, co-parenting challenges, or emotional regulation difficulties, I am here to walk alongside you in your journey towards healing.
I am a Registered Social Worker, Clinical Traumatologist, and Autism Specialist with a Master’s in Social Work. Since 2014, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals, couples, families, and adolescents as they navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in compassion and understanding, and I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel truly seen and heard. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, grief and loss, family or relationship conflict, co-parenting challenges, or emotional regulation difficulties, I am here to walk alongside you in your journey towards healing.
I help trauma survivors live full, and connected lives. I have many years of experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, as well as harmful, abusive, or neglectful childhood experiences. Trauma may impact your self-esteem, or create relationship issues, anxiety, alienation from the body, feelings of being disconnected from yourself and others. A central focus of my work has been supporting clients impacted by trauma without the lens of pathology. That’s to say: there’s nothing wrong with you at all. Your way of being in the world was developed as means of protection.
I help trauma survivors live full, and connected lives. I have many years of experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, as well as harmful, abusive, or neglectful childhood experiences. Trauma may impact your self-esteem, or create relationship issues, anxiety, alienation from the body, feelings of being disconnected from yourself and others. A central focus of my work has been supporting clients impacted by trauma without the lens of pathology. That’s to say: there’s nothing wrong with you at all. Your way of being in the world was developed as means of protection.
Kristen Jones
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
At times, we go through challenges in our life that are difficult to navigate on our own. I work collaboratively with clients to ensure that they are heard, understood, and supported as we work together to move through those challenges. I utilize a client-centred and compassionate approach to address a wide range of concerns including trauma, grief, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, PTSD, stress, substance use disorders, and low self-esteem.
At times, we go through challenges in our life that are difficult to navigate on our own. I work collaboratively with clients to ensure that they are heard, understood, and supported as we work together to move through those challenges. I utilize a client-centred and compassionate approach to address a wide range of concerns including trauma, grief, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, PTSD, stress, substance use disorders, and low self-esteem.
Life is full of challenges, sometimes we all need some extra support to guide us through the hard times. Whether that might be anxiety, depression, general stress, life transitions, motivation, or self-esteem issues. Ever since I can remember I have had a passion for helping others, which has led me to pursue a career in the mental health field. I have a strong interest in working with children and adolescents.
Life is full of challenges, sometimes we all need some extra support to guide us through the hard times. Whether that might be anxiety, depression, general stress, life transitions, motivation, or self-esteem issues. Ever since I can remember I have had a passion for helping others, which has led me to pursue a career in the mental health field. I have a strong interest in working with children and adolescents.
Marie-Maude Pelletier Sottile
Registered Psychotherapist, BAPsych, MA , MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Therapy is an opportunity to increase our resilience and to learn how to cope with undesirable life events. Anger, fear, sadness or guilt arise when life experiences are overlooked, neglected, and ununderstood. Anxiety & Depression is a response to the failure to care for the feelings & emotions of the self. Likewise, feelings of stress and inner discomfort need understanding to be changed. The psychotherapy techniques I use to ease client issues and discomfort include CBT, Talking Therapy, DBT skills, Client-Centred, Compassion, Emotional and Solution Focus Therapy, Psychoeducation, frameworks of attachment, and family systems.
Therapy is an opportunity to increase our resilience and to learn how to cope with undesirable life events. Anger, fear, sadness or guilt arise when life experiences are overlooked, neglected, and ununderstood. Anxiety & Depression is a response to the failure to care for the feelings & emotions of the self. Likewise, feelings of stress and inner discomfort need understanding to be changed. The psychotherapy techniques I use to ease client issues and discomfort include CBT, Talking Therapy, DBT skills, Client-Centred, Compassion, Emotional and Solution Focus Therapy, Psychoeducation, frameworks of attachment, and family systems.
I work with young people, men & first responders who may be experiencing a variety of issues such as anxiety, self esteem issues, work issues, trauma or relationship struggles.
Opening up is difficult. Often we're told to deal with it, or that things will get better. Maybe you’re going through a transition, feeling overwhelmed, tired, or stuck. Maybe you’ve been feeling an emotion you’ve been told you’re not supposed to feel. Navigating these conflicting thoughts and feelings can be a lot to manage, but you do not have to manage them alone. Maybe you feel like your problems are too big or too small. Maybe you feel like something is just a passing thought and is not worth bringing up. When working with me, nothing is off the table – if it’s important to you, then it is important to me.
I work with young people, men & first responders who may be experiencing a variety of issues such as anxiety, self esteem issues, work issues, trauma or relationship struggles.
Opening up is difficult. Often we're told to deal with it, or that things will get better. Maybe you’re going through a transition, feeling overwhelmed, tired, or stuck. Maybe you’ve been feeling an emotion you’ve been told you’re not supposed to feel. Navigating these conflicting thoughts and feelings can be a lot to manage, but you do not have to manage them alone. Maybe you feel like your problems are too big or too small. Maybe you feel like something is just a passing thought and is not worth bringing up. When working with me, nothing is off the table – if it’s important to you, then it is important to me.
People come to counselling for a variety of reasons. I strive to meet people wherever they are on their journey, and help to ignite in them a renewed sense of hope. My goal is to help clients experience a greater sense of connection to both themselves and others. I walk clients through the emotional moments that define their sense of self, and help them reclaim a life of balance and calm. I work with clients at every stage of life, and I counsel those who are working through challenging experiences such as trauma, betrayal, anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns.
People come to counselling for a variety of reasons. I strive to meet people wherever they are on their journey, and help to ignite in them a renewed sense of hope. My goal is to help clients experience a greater sense of connection to both themselves and others. I walk clients through the emotional moments that define their sense of self, and help them reclaim a life of balance and calm. I work with clients at every stage of life, and I counsel those who are working through challenging experiences such as trauma, betrayal, anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns.
Evolve+Shift Therapy - Michelle Williams, MSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am aware of how social and structural systems affect our mood, capacity, self-esteem, and emotional and physical well-being. My approach is one of deep engagement and inclusion; I acknowledge differences in order to understand the complex challenges of navigating a world that can often be dehumanizing. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, workplace stress, intrusive thoughts, and grief. If you are a couple challenged with poor communication, lack of trust and co-dependency, I provide strategies to improve relational breakdown and increase relationship satisfaction.
I am aware of how social and structural systems affect our mood, capacity, self-esteem, and emotional and physical well-being. My approach is one of deep engagement and inclusion; I acknowledge differences in order to understand the complex challenges of navigating a world that can often be dehumanizing. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, workplace stress, intrusive thoughts, and grief. If you are a couple challenged with poor communication, lack of trust and co-dependency, I provide strategies to improve relational breakdown and increase relationship satisfaction.
Hi, my name is Jessica & welcome to my profile! If you are struggling with feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, are stuck in negative self-talk, experiencing racing or anxious thoughts, low-mood or are struggling with some of the relationships in your life, I am here to provide support and help you navigate through those difficulties. I know first hand how overwhelming it can be looking for a therapist & it is my hope that I can help you feel a little more comfortable in your search.
Hi, my name is Jessica & welcome to my profile! If you are struggling with feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, are stuck in negative self-talk, experiencing racing or anxious thoughts, low-mood or are struggling with some of the relationships in your life, I am here to provide support and help you navigate through those difficulties. I know first hand how overwhelming it can be looking for a therapist & it is my hope that I can help you feel a little more comfortable in your search.
Cynthia Di Prospero
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MSc
Verified Verified
Online Only
If you are someone who is interested in understanding how your past influences your present we would be a great fit. I have experience helping individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, transitions (career and relationship transitions, as well as pregnancy and postpartum), low self-esteem, ADHD and BPD. I have an attachment focus but I draw on several approaches in treatment including person-centered therapy, DBT, narrative therapy and CBT.
Please note at this time my only available appointment times are in the evenings (waitlist for daytime appointments) and all my sessions are virtual.
If you are someone who is interested in understanding how your past influences your present we would be a great fit. I have experience helping individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, transitions (career and relationship transitions, as well as pregnancy and postpartum), low self-esteem, ADHD and BPD. I have an attachment focus but I draw on several approaches in treatment including person-centered therapy, DBT, narrative therapy and CBT.
Please note at this time my only available appointment times are in the evenings (waitlist for daytime appointments) and all my sessions are virtual.
As a Registered Social Worker and a passionate Indigenous Woman, I provide a non-judgemental space in which you can feel free to be your authentic self to explore difficult thoughts and emotions. As unique as every person is, so are the struggles we face. How we process and navigate these experiences is just as unique. Through an integrative trauma-informed approach to therapy, I will assist you in identifying your strengths, overcoming challenges, learning effective coping mechanisms, and working together collectively to bring about positive changes that, in turn, can help to bring you inner peace.
As a Registered Social Worker and a passionate Indigenous Woman, I provide a non-judgemental space in which you can feel free to be your authentic self to explore difficult thoughts and emotions. As unique as every person is, so are the struggles we face. How we process and navigate these experiences is just as unique. Through an integrative trauma-informed approach to therapy, I will assist you in identifying your strengths, overcoming challenges, learning effective coping mechanisms, and working together collectively to bring about positive changes that, in turn, can help to bring you inner peace.
Meet Our Self Esteem Counsellors
What’s on your mind? From finding the right words- to saying them out loud- giving voice to your thoughts can be scary. Struggles with relationships, self-esteem, anxiety and immigration can feel overwhelming to anyone. Finding a safe space and a non-judgmental perspective can be one of the best ways to process your feelings or thoughts. Having lived and worked in Brazil, the U.S., and Canada, I understand how different experiences and cultures can help shape who we are. I bring this empathy- and curiosity- to my practice. I can help you find out how to feel like yourself again, even if you're at a different phase of your life.
What’s on your mind? From finding the right words- to saying them out loud- giving voice to your thoughts can be scary. Struggles with relationships, self-esteem, anxiety and immigration can feel overwhelming to anyone. Finding a safe space and a non-judgmental perspective can be one of the best ways to process your feelings or thoughts. Having lived and worked in Brazil, the U.S., and Canada, I understand how different experiences and cultures can help shape who we are. I bring this empathy- and curiosity- to my practice. I can help you find out how to feel like yourself again, even if you're at a different phase of your life.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, perfectionism, difficulty setting boundaries, low self esteem, or low mood/depression, I use well-researched therapies that will bring results.
Living with anxiety and depression can be really hard to live with.
Maybe you find yourself worrying about a variety of things, feeling tense, have difficulty sleeping and turning off your mind.
Perhaps you find it difficult to meet new people or build relationships with others because you're afraid of being judge negatively...
Or you don't feel good about yourself and your life, or maybe you feel like life is happening to you instead of for you. Depression can make it feel like a struggle to do the things you used to and enjoy life. Maybe you're not even sure life is worth living.
Please note, I offer virtual services only.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, perfectionism, difficulty setting boundaries, low self esteem, or low mood/depression, I use well-researched therapies that will bring results.
Living with anxiety and depression can be really hard to live with.
Maybe you find yourself worrying about a variety of things, feeling tense, have difficulty sleeping and turning off your mind.
Perhaps you find it difficult to meet new people or build relationships with others because you're afraid of being judge negatively...
Or you don't feel good about yourself and your life, or maybe you feel like life is happening to you instead of for you. Depression can make it feel like a struggle to do the things you used to and enjoy life. Maybe you're not even sure life is worth living.
Please note, I offer virtual services only.
Your therapy journey is about empowering you to navigate challenges, such as: Making a life-changing decision. Coping with intolerable stress, anxiety, anger, sadness, or grief. Managing a difficult relationship. Managing chronic pain or other overwhelming condition. Figuring out who you are as you find yourself again. Resolving restlessness. Disempowering shame and feelings of not being good enough. Coping with isolation and/or rejection. Dealing with a stressful diagnosis. Your therapy is a place to feel heard, understood, and respected. Hope and compassion help you heal from painful experiences of the past, and live more freely.
Your therapy journey is about empowering you to navigate challenges, such as: Making a life-changing decision. Coping with intolerable stress, anxiety, anger, sadness, or grief. Managing a difficult relationship. Managing chronic pain or other overwhelming condition. Figuring out who you are as you find yourself again. Resolving restlessness. Disempowering shame and feelings of not being good enough. Coping with isolation and/or rejection. Dealing with a stressful diagnosis. Your therapy is a place to feel heard, understood, and respected. Hope and compassion help you heal from painful experiences of the past, and live more freely.
In a world that often focuses on differences, it’s time to celebrate what makes you or your child unique. At Beautiful Minds, we understand that labels can be limiting. We embrace neurodiversity and empower individuals to see their strengths, not just their challenges. With over 10 years of experience supporting children and youth with Autism, learning disabilities, and mental health needs, I offer a compassionate, strengths-based approach. My individual mentoring sessions are designed to boost self-esteem and self-awareness, helping clients recognize and harness their gifts.
In a world that often focuses on differences, it’s time to celebrate what makes you or your child unique. At Beautiful Minds, we understand that labels can be limiting. We embrace neurodiversity and empower individuals to see their strengths, not just their challenges. With over 10 years of experience supporting children and youth with Autism, learning disabilities, and mental health needs, I offer a compassionate, strengths-based approach. My individual mentoring sessions are designed to boost self-esteem and self-awareness, helping clients recognize and harness their gifts.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you deal with ADHD, ASD, LD, or ODD? Is your child (10+) struggling with any of these concerns? Is your child transitioning from grade school to high school? Or high school to post-secondary? I deeply appreciate the opportunity to support people in learning about themselves, their strengths and ways to self-advocate for meeting their needs and goals. Working in special education has given me strategies and abilities to work with individuals addressing anxiety, school and peer-related issues, self-esteem, and executive functioning challenges.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you deal with ADHD, ASD, LD, or ODD? Is your child (10+) struggling with any of these concerns? Is your child transitioning from grade school to high school? Or high school to post-secondary? I deeply appreciate the opportunity to support people in learning about themselves, their strengths and ways to self-advocate for meeting their needs and goals. Working in special education has given me strategies and abilities to work with individuals addressing anxiety, school and peer-related issues, self-esteem, and executive functioning challenges.
Alexandra Albert
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MScS, MACP, CYT-200
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are past traumas, low self-esteem, and fear hindering your ability to be authentic? You may repeat unhealthy relationship patterns, struggle with intimacy, or have self-sabotaging tendencies. You may feel disconnected from yourself and your body and tend to lose yourself in relationships. You may grapple with negative self-talk, stress, and anxiety, struggling to manage your emotions. Overthinking, overachieving, self-criticism, and self-doubt may be present as you question your purpose and whether you’re on the right path... I know how tiring and frustrating this can feel. I've been there and you're not alone!
Are past traumas, low self-esteem, and fear hindering your ability to be authentic? You may repeat unhealthy relationship patterns, struggle with intimacy, or have self-sabotaging tendencies. You may feel disconnected from yourself and your body and tend to lose yourself in relationships. You may grapple with negative self-talk, stress, and anxiety, struggling to manage your emotions. Overthinking, overachieving, self-criticism, and self-doubt may be present as you question your purpose and whether you’re on the right path... I know how tiring and frustrating this can feel. I've been there and you're not alone!
Aaron Sinclair, O.W.L. Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, ICADC, CCS-AC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Aaron, is the owner of O.W.L. (Own. Willful. Living.) Counselling Services and brings over 18 years of experience in mental health and addiction. With locations in Huntsville and North Bay, he specializes in ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, substance use, trauma, and relationship issues. Aaron is passionate about supporting his 2S-LGBTQ+ community and their families. Aaron offers a sliding scale for affordable treatment and works to create a safe, affirming space for all. Chat with him or an O.W.L. Associate today to learn more.
Aaron, is the owner of O.W.L. (Own. Willful. Living.) Counselling Services and brings over 18 years of experience in mental health and addiction. With locations in Huntsville and North Bay, he specializes in ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, substance use, trauma, and relationship issues. Aaron is passionate about supporting his 2S-LGBTQ+ community and their families. Aaron offers a sliding scale for affordable treatment and works to create a safe, affirming space for all. Chat with him or an O.W.L. Associate today to learn more.
Therapy Heals Psychotherapy and Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, sad or frustrated ? Is this impacting your day to day life and/or affecting your relationships? If you struggle with any of these emotions and don't know know where to turn, we can help! At Therapy Heals we offer a custom approach for each of our clients! We want to understand where you are now and the challenges impacting your ability to feel your best and be happy. We offer a safe space with in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule so that you can begin your journey to healing.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, sad or frustrated ? Is this impacting your day to day life and/or affecting your relationships? If you struggle with any of these emotions and don't know know where to turn, we can help! At Therapy Heals we offer a custom approach for each of our clients! We want to understand where you are now and the challenges impacting your ability to feel your best and be happy. We offer a safe space with in-person or virtual appointments to suit your schedule so that you can begin your journey to healing.
I have always had a passion for helping others. With previous work experience in different environments, I have been exposed to the complexities of life, which has developed my belief that change, growth and healing is possible if individuals are supported with compassion, empathy, and non-judgement. This belief has become my therapeutic approach, along with recognizing and valuing that each client is unique, making the therapy process unique.
I have always had a passion for helping others. With previous work experience in different environments, I have been exposed to the complexities of life, which has developed my belief that change, growth and healing is possible if individuals are supported with compassion, empathy, and non-judgement. This belief has become my therapeutic approach, along with recognizing and valuing that each client is unique, making the therapy process unique.
