Obesity is a medical term health professionals use to determine a person’s risk factors for health-related issues. Some experts believe obesity also has to do with genes and inheritance. Obesity can also be related to certain medical conditions or medications.
Available Treatment Options
Counseling interventions for managing obesity include behavioral modification strategies, like planning for reduced calorie intake and forms of exercise.
But, often, the stigma that comes with being obese in a fat-phobic world can cause more mental distress than the weight itself. Therapists and counselors who specialize in eating disorders, body neutrality, and fat positivity can help people cope with discrimination and judgment from the outside world.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Obesity
It is my life's purpose to help people discover their potential and transform themselves in order to enjoy the fullest life possible. Together we will uncover and utilize your strengths to find solutions in a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgemental way. Providing my clients with a supportive, creative, and caring environment is essential to me. I value the connection I have with my clien...
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in private practice, with offices in Northbrook, Chicago, and Schaumburg. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples consciously resolve the obstacles that keep them from reaching their full potential. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate space in which we can work collaboratively to explore the challenges you are facing. It ...
Through an objective and supportive relationship, which is often called the therapy alliance, I specialize in helping clients reach their short-term and/or long-term personal goals. I have a broad range of experience treating conditions, solving problems, and coping with circumstances that influence the emotional and cognitive functioning of adults of all ages and gender. I am a primarily a...
I offer convenient evening and weekend appointments. We are all capable of making changes. Setting small goals can lead to larger life improvements. I have had the privilege of working with people from all walks of life and have seen amazing growth and change over my 12+ years of practicing as a clinical social worker. If we do nothing to make change, life stays the same, with the same problems...
Welcome! Recognizing that something in your life isn't working is a great sign of hope & resilience and those who find their way to my practice are usually looking for something to change in their lives. The reasons why you are seeking therapy are my top priorities and helping you have the life you want is my job. I am often described as compassionate, intuitive, empathetic, open and honest....
I specialize in working with Individuals, Families and Couples (married or aspiring to be) who want to improve the quality of their lives or are in need of someone to walk with as they overcome challenges managing or coping with daily life. At Inside Fitness Professional Counseling & Life Coaching, our goal is to work together to attain internal wellness by addressing unresolved emotional pain ...
I work with men and woman who are interested in exploring themselves deeply to overcome any limiting behaviors and beliefs that stem from trauma, cultural entrainments, neurological/ mental/ spiritual/ emotional patterns or blocks and/or simply not being taught how to tap into their greatest potential to not only heal themselves but to thrive with purpose and joy. We have our greatest self to...
Have you ever felt as though no one understood your pain? Have you struggled with depression, anxiety, or just generally felt unsatisfied? Feeling validated and understood can bring about great healing and promise. By learning about you and understanding your difficulties, I will work with you to bring a fresh perspective and a renewed sense of hope. Working together, we can set attainable goal...
Dr. Jerimya Fox is a Doctor of Behavioral Health, meaning his focus is on helping you identify and change behaviors that are causing problems in your life. He is focused on providing evidenced based brief-behavioral treatment. He is an expert on brief- behavioral treatment for ADHD. Once you identify the root of the problem, and stop just treating symptoms, you will achieve control over the...
As a seasoned professional with more than 20 years of clinical practice, I have built a reputation of being a supportive and nurturing clinician who teaches life skills for managing difficult life transitions. I work with individuals, teens and families on some of the most challenging life issues. My practice incorporates teaching, spirituality and personal strengths to develop the tools necess...
Your search for inner peace is closer to fulfillment than you may realize. You have just made the first step toward healing, by looking for information that can help you make life changes and live the life you desire. Most of us expect to have a life surrounded by loving, intimate and meaningful relationships. Sometimes our expectations do not meet the reality of our lives. I will help you unco...
Life is often difficult and relationships complicated but I believe that we all have the strength and resilience inside ourselves to grow and change, leading to fulfillment and happiness. In my work over the last 10 years as a strength-based, systemic, solution-focused therapist, I have demonstrated a personal ability in creating strong theraputic relationships with my clients. In sessions, we...
My practice welcomes adults and adolescents facing concerns such as managing stress, dealing with loss, improving relationships, loneliness, eating and body-image issues, self-esteem, anxiety, sadness and depression. My approach to therapy emphasizes the development of a mutually respectful helping bond and integrates psychodynamic, insight-oriented, and cognitive-behavioral perspectives. I wil...
I am a certified marriage and family therapist, who works with not only you and your spouse, but with your whole family. Many times the chains in our families are carried down through generations and I am here to help you to be free. There may be deeply rooted anger, addictions, favoritism, jealousy, anxiety and depression, just to mention a few. You will be better able to serve God as you are...
I tell all my patients that psychotherapy is one tool that can be used during their journey of self-discovery. As your therapist, I feel that it is a privilege to be your companion and assistant during this part of the journey. In my rewarding work with children and adolescents, I provide a deep appreciation for their inner life. In my comprehensive work with parents/caretakers, I offer profoun...
