Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

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10 Endorsed

Toronto, ON M5E

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I specialize in supporting Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) adults, empathizing with your challenges of navigating deep emotions, anxiety, low self-esteem, and perfectionism. As we work together, I can support you in building self-awareness of your sensitivities and coach you on how to implement different strategies that will help you manage the overwhelm, the emotional rollercoaster, and the need for things to feel “perfect.” In learning how to better manage all the challenges you face, you’ll also learn how to make more informed decisions, build better relationships with others and step outside of the high-functioning anxiety.

In sessions, I can provide you practical strategies for self-awareness, self-care, and emotion management. I will often incorporate mindfulness into sessions, which will support you in learning the techniques needed to reframe that self-sabotaging mindset.

My approach also includes breathing practices to reduce overstimulation, and fostering resilience for embracing sensitivity with strength. Connect with me today and let's discuss your therapy goals.

Email Rachel Costa now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Toronto, ON M5E

Oakville, ON L6M

I specialize in Perfectionism, Self Esteem and Anxiety

$170 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Connect with Rachel Costa

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Toronto, ON M5E

Oakville, ON L6M

I specialize in Perfectionism, Self Esteem and Anxiety

$170 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $170
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Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email

Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers & Social Service Workers Rachel Costa
Membership with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Attended Wilfrid Laurier University, Master of Social Work

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Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email

Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Perfectionism
Self Esteem
Anxiety

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Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

Do these issues align with your needs? Email

Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

10 Endorsements

Mahnoor Zulfiqar

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q)

Rachel is a highly empathetic and skilled therapist. She will help you improve your relationship with yourself and work through your anxiety and perfectionism. Rachel is warm and caring, and experienced in supporting Highly Sensitive Persons.

Fatima Nadir Noorali

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP, MACP

Rachel will meet you where you are and together will develop a flexible and collaborative treatment plan that best suits your needs. With her it will be a journey of empowerment, discovery, and learning.

Caitlin Sigouin

Registered Social Worker, MSW, TS

Rachel is highly skilled at supporting you with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem and setting boundaries. Her warm and empowering approach will increase your awareness and find strategies that are individualized for you. Highly recommended!

Ayesha Hussain

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Rachel specializes in supporting Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) with practical strategies for emotional awareness and resilience. Through mindfulness and breathing practices, she empowers clients to embrace sensitivity. Highly recommended!

Mitch Evans

Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW

Rachel is a kind and caring therapist who brings a level of skill and expertise to her work, making all of her clients feel comfortable. She will help you understand and manage your challenges with anxiety, self-esteem, body issues, and perfectionism.

Denise Eccleston

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

If you are a highly sensitive person dealing with big emotions and wanting some strategies an techniques to cope better with them, then book a session with Rachel, it's her specialty.

Elena Karamanova

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Rachel is an experienced therapist who will consider your unique needs to create a safe environment where you will feel heard and supported. Her gentle, welcoming approach allows you to discuss any concern free of judgement. Highly reccomend her services

Jackie Ponomariov

Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW

Rachel is a highly experienced clinician that is warm, caring, and genuine in the care she provides. She expertly guides you on the path towards reaching your goals in a way that feels collaborative and transformative.

Jacqueline Lau

Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC

Rachel is a kind and knowledgeable therapist whose calm demeanor will instantly make you feel at ease. Rachel is passionate about helping individuals gain emotional awareness and effectively manage strong emotions.

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Client Focus

Age

Adults

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Individuals

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Adults

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Individuals

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Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Somatic

Rachel uses a variety of therapy tools to explore what brought you to therapy. She is passionate about setting goals together and using approaches such as Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Practices, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), but she may employ a variety of approaches to best meet your therapy goals.

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

Location

Primary Location

Toronto, ON M5E

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Additional Location

Oakville, ON L6M

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Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW

Rachel Costa

Registered Social Worker, MSW