Imposter Syndrome

Imposter Syndrome Therapy in Edmonton — That Goes Deeper

If you're successful on the outside but secretly waiting to be exposed, you're not alone.
Imposter syndrome isn’t just self-doubt — it’s a deeply wired belief that says “I’m not good enough,” or “I just got lucky.” And when that belief is running the show, no achievement ever feels like it counts.

At ShiftGrit, we don’t treat surface-level confidence.
We target the identity-level beliefs and emotional patterns that fuel imposter syndrome — the same ones that drive perfectionism, burnout, and chronic second-guessing.

Whether it shows up at work, in relationships, or every time you’re praised, imposter syndrome can be unlearned.

Our therapists in Edmonton use a structured protocol called Pattern Reconditioning to rewire the brain’s automatic fear response and replace it with trust, competence, and internal permission to succeed.

What Imposter Syndrome Might Sound Like Internally:

• “Eventually they’ll figure out I’m not actually qualified.”

• “I have no idea what I’m doing — I’m just winging it.”

• “Everyone else has it together. I’m barely keeping up.”

• “That success doesn’t really count — it wasn’t that hard.”

What It Can Lead To:

• Overworking to “prove” your worth

• Panic after praise or visibility

• Procrastinating on projects you care about

• Difficulty accepting positive feedback

• Feeling like you can’t enjoy what you’ve earned

Feel Like a Fraud — Even When You’re Crushing It?

We work with driven professionals and perfectionists in Edmonton who secretly believe they’re not good enough — no matter how much they achieve.
Our therapists target the root belief patterns behind imposter syndrome, so you can stop overfunctioning, start trusting yourself, and succeed without the anxiety crash.

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• Burnout Counselling (Edmonton) →

• Self-Esteem Therapy (Edmonton) →

• Imposter Syndrome

• Identity-Level Therapy Overview

• Pattern Reconditioning

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