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Therapy for Self-Esteem in Ottawa & Across Ontario

Build a kinder, steadier relationship with yourself, and loosen the grip of self-doubt, people-pleasing, and imposter syndrome.

Low self-esteem can sound like a constant inner critic, a feeling of never being enough, or a habit of putting everyone else first. It can hold you back at work, in relationships, and in going after what you want.

For many BIPOC adults, self-worth is also shaped by messages from school, work, media, and community about who belongs and who has to work twice as hard. Dilys Chuinkam uses a strengths-based approach to help you understand where these beliefs came from and build a more grounded sense of who you are.

Dilys Chuinkam, Registered Psychotherapist, smiling in a bright living room

What We Can Work On

  • Harsh self-criticism and negative self-talk
  • Imposter syndrome and fear of being "found out"
  • People-pleasing and difficulty setting boundaries
  • Comparing yourself to others
  • Body image and identity concerns
  • Internalized messages about race, culture, or worth

What to Expect

  1. Start with a free 15-minute consultation to ask questions and see if it feels like a good fit.
  2. Your first session explores what self-doubt looks like in your life, your history, and what you'd like to be different.
  3. Together, you set goals and decide on a session rhythm that fits your life.
  4. Dilys draws from approaches such as CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Attachment-Focused Therapy, tailored to you.

Session Details

  • Individual therapy: 50-minute virtual sessions
  • Couples and family sessions also available
  • Available to clients anywhere in Ontario
  • Free 15-minute consultation to start

Self-Esteem Therapy: Common Questions

More questions? See the full FAQ or get in touch.

Start Therapy with Dilys Chuinkam

A free 15-minute consultation is the easiest way to begin. Ask questions, share what you're looking for, and see if it feels like the right fit.

Book a Free 15-Min Consultation
Book a Free 15-Min Consultation