Self Esteem Therapists in North York, ON

At TCC, we firmly believe that we all deserve the right to live a happy, enjoyable and fulfilling life. You can achieve satisfaction in your life if you are provided with the right tools and support to do so. If you are tired of struggling with low self esteem , anxiety, depression, mental illness or addiction, it's time to treat yourself to a new life. All of our clinicians are experienced and work with children, adolescents and/or adults. We support individuals, couples and family therapy. It's time to give yourself the gift of therapy. *pls call or email us at tarryn.chatz@gmail.com

Do you feel you have always been struggling with a wobbly self-esteem? Are you tired of second guessing yourself and feeling disappointed in yourself? Are you struggling to strive past the constraint of your earlier experiences in life? Are you hoping to let go of some old patterns of coping that no longer support you? Are you determined to improve your relationships, especially the one with yourself? You wonder if there is a therapist who understands your vulnerability and supports you to brace them. And I am here to help.

I have been working with individuals and couples in academic, hospital and private settings since 2003. I completed my Master's and Doctorate degrees in counseling and psychotherapy from the University of Toronto. I continue to be committed to professional learning and development to ensure being a competent and inclusive therapist. I practice relational-cultural therapy focusing on how individuals relate to themselves and to others.

I am meeting each person exactly where they are in their journey with integrity, compassion, kindness, active listening and unconditional positive regard. We will work together to enable you to recognize and identify patterns of behavior or emotional pain that can pose problems in managing difficult situations and relating effectively to others. We can also work together in creating a step-by-step plan to support you in getting from where you are to where you want to be, in embracing your unique qualities and strengths that you have, in addressing any challenges you are currently facing in your daily life.

I am passionate about guiding my clients to increase their self-awareness, discover themselves, achieve their goals, and make their desired change. Exploring the clients' thinking and discovering new ways of looking at things I invite my clients to better understand how the clients may bring about positive changes that will enhance their quality of life. Before becoming a social worker in Canada, I started my career in mental health as a psychiatrist (obtain a medical degree outside of Canada). For more than 20 years, I have worked with individuals who suffer from mental health disorders and substance misuse.

You are a very successful professional, business person, musician, artist or performer. Your clients, fans, adoring public, family or friends heap praise on you for your skills and talent. But inside you feel like a phoney. Can you imagine your insides more easily accepting praise, knowing you have worked hard for it, and it has paid off. You feel so good! Let me grow your self-esteem from the roots up. That's what it's all about. Begin to notice a difference after just a few sessions. Let me help you!

Finding the right therapist can be time-consuming, emotionally exhausting and expensive. For this reason, I offer a complimentary full-length introductory session. I have experience with youth and adults navigating struggles with self-esteem, depression, early childhood or other trauma, disordered eating, relationship issues, anxiety, grief and loss, life transition, and existential anxiety. Clients say they appreciate my precision, as well as my gentle but directive approach to therapy. Mindfulness and meditation inform my practice and I am available, if you wish, to support you to explore this part of yourself.

Relationship difficulties can leave us feeling overwhelmed and stuck. It hurts when we feel alone and unimportant in our connections with others. Over time, these struggles can make us feel stressed and depressed and erode our self-esteem. If you want to feel more confident and self-assured, build more fulfilling and healthier couple and romantic relationships, heal from relationship break-ups and attachment wounds, I can help. As a relationship therapist my expertise has been recognized by major media outlets such as Cosmopolitan, Bustle, and PsychCentral, where my work has been featured.

Life can be tumultuous at times. Difficult experiences and conflicting emotions can get the best of anyone, and it can be overwhelming. I'm here to help you talk through your struggles in a safe space. I work with individuals (ages 16+) and support them with navigating emotional challenges and mood issues. My areas of focus includes: Codependency, self-esteem issues, family of origin trauma, people-pleasing, low mood, anxiety, and life transitions such as breakups, career changes, or moving to a new city. If you're ready to look inwards & heal, let's connect. Inner peace looks good on you!

Life can feel overwhelming at times. Uncertainty, unexpected challenges and self-doubt can weigh us down. Carrying such weight can cause us to experience fatigue, worry, sleepless nights, and unwanted behaviours, thoughts and emotions. Imagine what it would be like if some of that weight could be lifted. I offer compassionate care for people with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief and trauma. Based on an integrative mix of both person-centred and psychodynamic approaches, I endeavour to inspire compassionate self-understanding with an aim towards inner healing.

I believe that the process of change can only take place when a client is treated with empathy, respect, and understanding, the starting point of effective therapy. This is my focus in every interaction. I also focus on understanding the main factors underlying unwanted patterns in order to inform pathways towards desired change using an approach that emphasizes collaboration. My framework combines humanistic therapy, emotion-focused therapy (EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), while adjusting to each person's unique needs.

You feel uncomfortable speaking up. You don’t like saying no to others. You feel like you aren’t so great at what you do, and you feel that you aren’t lovable. You wish you could have more confidence. You wish you could feel more comfortable in social situations, and you wish you knew how to be more compassionate towards yourself. I know what its like to struggle with low self-esteem, and I know you want to develop a better sense of self. I know that these feelings might stem from your childhood experiences, that they come with anxiety and that they really get you down at times. I’m here to help.

We all want to be understood. In fact, it's one of our primary needs. I am here to offer help to anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, fears/phobias, chronic pain, loss and grief, interpersonal relationships, and more. Are you looking for guidance and understanding? Would you like to learn new, healthy ways of coping with life's challenges? If so, I am happy to support and guide you towards greater self-development and healthier functioning. My goal is to help my clients become happier, healthier, and more balanced. Please contact me directly at 416-206-5563 to ensure a prompt response.

Are you struggling with managing life challenges and in need of a space to voice? Maybe your mind feels boggled tangled up, unsure of what to do next? Through therapy, I can help you explore, unpack, and process those challenges. As a Registered Psychotherapist, I have experience working with the following: Disability, Sleep, Anger, Relationship Issues, Self-esteem, Internet and Video Game Usage, Anxiety and Depression.

Accepting NEW Clients – Do you feel like you’re never good enough, or that you have to please others? Do you wish you could put yourself first more often, and make your wants and needs a priority? Do you struggle with confidence or self-esteem, stress, anxiety, and low-mood? Have you experienced trauma that follows you around? Would you like a better understanding of your behaviours in general, or in friendships and relationships? Together we can look at exploring the strengths, relationships, and experiences that have got you to this point, and move forward in a way that reconnects you with yourself and your goals.

Many people connect with me to help understand and address the negative impact of how they were raised in any given culture, but specifically in Asian cultures. You are someone who had a difficult childhood leaving you feeling unloved, unheard and unseen. Who tends to be a people pleaser and can't say "no" to others. You are overly critical and doubt yourself. You experience low self-worth and self-esteem. Feeling unsatisfied in yourself and in your relationships. Someone who fears failure, judgement, rejection and abandonment. Someone who constantly feels anxious because you're unsure of yourself and needs, and lacks independence.