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
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Understanding and insight are keys to growth and change. We work together with clients to bring about healing, change in behavior, and new perspectives. We are a group of more than 80 psychologists and licensed psychotherapists, with offices in 14 locations, who share a passion for helping others in their journey toward personal growth. Some journeys are brief, others take more time. Under the...
WE OFFER TELE-THERAPY - BOTH VIDEO AND TELEPHONE. Understanding and insight are keys to growth. We work together with clients to bring about healing, behavior changes, and new perspectives. We are a group of licensed psychotherapists, with offices in 16 locations, who share a passion for helping others in their journey toward personal growth. Some journeys are brief, others take more time. Unde...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! My passion has always been to help others. I strive to develop a genuine relationship with my clients in an environment that is welcoming and free from judgement. I believe in treating each client as an individual, keeping therapy person centered to address your needs. My approach to therapy is a multimodal approach. I am confident in the thought that utilizing differen...
At some point, people face barriers between how they are perceived and who they want to be. And at some point life can hit us with random or chronic disruptions. Whether or not your mental health warrants a diagnosis, a core component to counseling is to identify and treat the imbalance in wellness. This includes identifying internal and external issues. Counseling may be the right resource if ...
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As the former inpatient and outpatient clinical director for Vista Pavilion affiliated with the University of Florida, I have guided a wide range of clients. I am now offering clinical hypnosis in Santa Cruz, California in a private practice. With over 30 years of experience, I have worked with severe trauma, family, and relationship issues. Sports performance can also be enhanced by hypnosis. ...
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I believe that every person is unique and has their own story. I am honored that I have been chosen to share their story and to be a part of their healing journey. With compassion, kindness, non-judgment, and support I help my clients make sense of their major life events in order for them to take the next steps in their lives. It is a great privilege to see my clients gain insight into their...
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My ideal client is motivated to improve their lives in whatever way is important to that person and is committed to treatment and open minded about trying new ways to manage difficulties. That could mean talking about past traumas to identifying steps towards wellness in the present. I have a strong ability to build rapport and help clients feel comfortable. I have worked with a variety of...
I'm an integrative and functional medicine specialist (licensed Naturopathic physician), with a focus in integrative psychiatry, endocrinology (hormones), functional gastroenterology, stress, and metabolic disorders. Many patients come to my office after having experienced many unsuccessful visits at their previous doctors. I take the time to listen and work as your health care detective. In ot...
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with additional credentials in health education and fitness instruction. I use an integrative approach, blending wellness and health goals into therapy because I approach mental health as part of a larger system, consisting of mind, body and environment. My clients include those with mental health needs, as well as those managing chronic health conditions...
