Reclaim Your Confidence with Personalized Self-Esteem Counselling in Vancouver

Are You Struggling with These Challenges?

We serve many types of clients. It can be individuals struggling with low self-worth, self-doubt, and lack of confidence; and teens or adults who experience negative self-talk, chronic feelings of inadequacy, or who avoid opportunities due to fear of failure. We also serve people affected by past trauma, bullying, or critical environments that have eroded their sense of value; and individuals wanting to improve personal relationships, communication, and self-advocacy by building healthy self-esteem. Lastly, we serve anyone seeking a safe, guided, and professional program to cultivate self-respect, confidence, and empowerment.

Below are the three seasons of life that many of our clients find themselves in – are you experiencing something similar?

Persistent Self-Doubt and Negative Self-Talk

Belief they are not good enough or constantly fear being judged by others.

Fear of Taking Risks or Missing Opportunities

Avoidance of personal, academic, or professional growth due to lack of confidence.

Struggles in Forming Healthy Relationships

Difficulty setting boundaries, speaking up for oneself, or trusting their own value in relationships.

At Counsel Me Vancouver, we understand how exhausting it can be to constantly second-guess yourself or feel like you’re not enough. You are not alone in this. Our experienced counsellors specialize in self-esteem development and have helped many individuals reclaim their self-worth, find their voice, and step confidently into their lives. You deserve to feel valued—and we can help you get there.

The Most Effective 3-Step Plan for Self-Esteem Development

Step 1: Schedule Your Free Consultation

Meet with a compassionate counsellor to discuss where you’re at and where you’d like to grow.

Step 2: Receive a Personalized Self-Esteem Development Plan

We’ll craft a strategy tailored to your strengths and challenges, using proven techniques like CBT and positive psychology.

Step 3: Build Confidence and Step Into Your Potential

Attend regular sessions, learn new skills, and practice tools that foster lasting self-worth and self-assurance.

Ready to experience lasting relief and clarity?

Take your first step today with personalized therapy and compassionate counselling support.

Benefits of Working with Counsel Me Vancouver

Clients who have used our therapy and counselling services describe their transformation as moving:
From feeling inadequate and overlooked → to feeling confident, valued, and respected.
From self-doubt and fear of judgment → to self-assurance and clear communication.
From avoiding opportunities out of fear → to embracing growth and new possibilities with courage.

Helping You Succeed

  • Clients develop authentic self-respect and inner confidence that positively impacts their personal and professional lives.
  • Clients experience more fulfilling relationships through healthier boundaries and communication.
  • Clients achieve personal goals they previously avoided due to fear or low self-worth.

And Avoid Failure

  • Prevent continuing cycles of self-criticism and low self-esteem that limit potential.
  • Avoid missed opportunities in career, education, and relationships due to fear of rejection or failure.
  • Stop relying on external validation, reducing the emotional toll of comparison and judgment.

Top 5 Questions New Clients Ask Us

Individual sessions range from $160-$195 per 60 minute appointment. View our Session Rates page for more details. Many extended health plans cover services with our Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs), and sliding scale rates may be available.

Our program helps reduce self-doubt, improve self-worth, foster resilience, and develop confidence in personal and professional situations.

While self-help materials offer general advice, our counselling provides personalized, structured support tailored to your unique experiences, guided by qualified professionals.

Expect a welcoming, confidential space where you can explore your experiences without judgment. You’ll receive practical strategies to shift negative thinking, set achievable goals, and strengthen your self-esteem.

Clients frequently report feeling heard, validated, and empowered. Many experience noticeable growth in their confidence and self-assurance after working with our supportive counsellors.

What Clients Are Saying

Self-Esteem Development FAQ

You can build self-esteem by challenging negative self-talk, setting realistic goals, practicing self-compassion, engaging in activities that promote competence, and seeking supportive relationships or therapy.

Reality: Healthy self-esteem is grounded in self-respect and empathy for others. Arrogance often masks insecurity, while genuine self-esteem fosters humility and respect.

Low self-esteem can result from early childhood criticism, trauma, bullying, unrealistic societal standards, and chronic failure or neglect. It often stems from internalized negative beliefs.

Reality: Self-esteem is dynamic and can be improved through therapy, personal growth, and consistent practice of positive habits and thought patterns.

Yes. Therapy helps individuals identify and challenge distorted beliefs, develop healthier thinking patterns, and build skills that foster a sense of worth and confidence.

Reality: Compliments help, but self-worth is developed through authentic experiences, achieving personal goals, and internal validation rather than external approval alone.

Confidence enhances resilience, reduces anxiety, and improves social interactions. It promotes a proactive attitude toward challenges, decreasing feelings of helplessness and depression.

Reality: Low self-esteem can affect anyone, regardless of their life history. Even people with seemingly supportive backgrounds can struggle with self-worth due to societal pressures or personal beliefs.

Validation—both internal and external—reinforces the sense of being valued and understood. Consistent validation encourages positive self-perception and emotional security.

Reality: Confidence often refers to belief in specific abilities, while self-esteem is the overall sense of personal value. Someone can appear confident yet have low self-esteem.

Ready to take the next step toward emotional wellness?

Get started today and experience supportive therapy tailored specifically for you.

Get To Know Your Professional Counsellors

Huda Sajjad MA MSc R.C.C.
Master’s Level Clinical Counsellor
Learn more about Huda

Reagan Lyle MCP R.C.C.
Master’s Level Clinical Counsellor
Learn more about Reagan

Isn’t it time to feel better?

Schedule your session now and start your journey toward calm, confidence, and emotional wellness.

Therapy & Counselling Services We Offer