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
With over 12 years combined experience as a counselor and personal trainer, I have a unique and deep understanding of the way our minds and bodies intersect to form our whole, integrative, and complete selves. Whether you are struggling with relationships, food and weight, crisis of faith, grief, anxiety, or just feeling overwhelmed with life changes, I want to help you find peace and happiness...
Seeking help takes courage and it is the first step to achieving the life you truly deserve. Let me assist you in removing the barriers that are preventing you from being successful. I strive to offer my clients a safe, judgment free space to talk about difficult issues. Generally, I use an eclectic mix of cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, solutions-focused and strengths-based therapies to tre...
Hello, My name is Dr. April Brewer and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC (Georgia & Virginia). I have gained a diverse professional experience as a U.S. Air Force Medic (Active Duty), Psychometrician (U.S. Navy Civilian), DUI & Drug Court Counselor, Mental Health Therapist (Veterans Affairs Medical Center), Behavioral Health Treatment Court Coordinator/Mental Health Clinician (Superio...
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Life is complicated and challenging, and I believe that we all face struggles from time to time. Whether it be dealing with grief and loss, life changes, relationship issues, physical or mental challenges, we all can benefit from more support. I am here to assist you by treating you as a whole person. The mind, body, spirit, and environment influence total personal wellness. When these pieces w...
You don’t have to be diagnosed with a mental health problem to benefit from therapy. Many people in therapy seek help for everyday concerns: relationship problems, anxiety, job stress, low self-esteem or self-doubt, Others turn to therapy during difficult times, such as a trauma, depression bipolar, mood disorders, or relationship problems. But in order to reap its benefits, it’s important to...
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Therapy is all about healing and empowering your whole person: how you feel, what you think, what you do, and the perspectives and paradigms that shape and determine your quality of life. And therapy only works when you find someone with whom you can build a trusting therapeutic relationship. Unfortunately, finding the right therapist can be easier said than done. If you choose to work with me,...
