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
I am dedicated to helping and encouraging my clients to identify issues/obstacles and work towards applying this knowledge to find solutions and relief. Whether it be anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, sleep problems, stress or just feeling overwhelmed with life, I will listen to and collaborate with you to determine an effective therapeutic path. I am an interactive, solution-focuse...
I am truly honored to be a counselor. It seems our lives are similar to jigsaw puzzles which at times can feel overwhelming. I believe I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental support as individuals and couples make sense of the pieces of their live(s). Mindfulness is the foundation of my therapeutic approach whether tending to mental health, relationship, trauma and/or transitional issues....
"I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families from age eighteen through every adult decade. My style is interactive, collaborative, and non-hierarchical. My emphasis is on promoting psychological resilience by helping my clients expand their copings skills in the manner of resilient individuals. You do not have to be unusually healthy or come from a terrible past in order to benefit...
Life is multifaceted and often certain areas of our lives fall apart... I specialize in helping every day people put the pieces of life together in order to have a fulfilling and peaceful life. One of the goals of therapy is to assist you in becoming aware and discover skills and strength to live a satisfying life. I am committed to helping you reach your full potential. I work with children,...
I provide Individual, Couples, and Family Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. My specialties include: Adult Children of Alcoholics, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bereavement/Grief, Child Abuse/Neglect, Chronic Illness, Depression, Domestic Violence, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Impulse Control Disorders, Marital/Couples Issues,...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Addiction Specialist with over 25 years of experience in the field. Through a cognitive behavioral treatment approach I provide my patients with a safe, trusting and comfortable environment that allows them the space to reflect, process and strategize ways to enhance their lives to live to their fullest potential. I currently serve on the faculty of th...
My philosophy is that our lives are like a journey. The journey can start out good or bad. There might be some extremely difficult times where we hit some rough spots or take the wrong turn, but ultimately we have the power to determine how the journey ends. I believe that we gain power, hope and growth when we identify something positive in every situation. I recognize that this is not an easy...
You are taking a big step right now. Making the decision to enter into a brand new relationship in the hope that that person will help you to alleviate your pain and discomfort is huge. For that reason I have found that an interpersonal approach is best suited to the work I do with my clients. Together we assess needs, goals, and objectives and come to an agreement about time and duration. This...
This trying time has prompted me to offer video counseling, covered by most insurances, and at a reasonable rate for private pay clients using a secure, HIPAA compliant platform. I have more than 17 years of experience working with individual adults and couples to address a variety of behavioral and relationship issues, and challenging life experiences. I use a number of therapeutic modalities...
All of our journeys are unique. It is important that each individual finds a path to wellness that is comfortable for them. At times, life brings challenges and roadblocks that require us to seek outside supports. I strive to provide a safe and caring, judgement free environment for individuals to explore and unpack life's difficulties. I provide effective care and give individuals the respect...
I offer a place where your voice will be heard. A compassionate and confidential atmosphere to discuss personal concerns. I specialized in therapeutic assistance to anyone,from all backgrounds, ages, and walks of life (families, individuals, children and teens) who are encountering adjustment problems or experiencing psychological emotional distress, such as loss, grief, sexual trauma and crisi...
Making that first appointment takes courage. You may feel defeated or hopeless. Your coping mechanisms have sort of worked, but you know you are more than this outer shell. You want to do more than just "survive," and you need a safe place to explore how to get there. My job is to take that journey with you, to help remove self-blame, to foster appreciation for your strengths, and to help you f...
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile! I appreciate your courage in seeking therapy. This can feel like a huge step, but it's really like having skilled companionship on a safe, self-paced journey, customized specifically for you. Sometimes problems feel overwhelming and concentrated focus is important for relief. Sometimes just a "tune-up" is nice. Either way, you'll find me client...
I am experienced in assisting clients overcome their issues in weight management, chronic and acute pain, fears and anxieties, stress, habit control, bruxism (teeth grinding), unexplained infertility, trauma, insomnia, test anxiety and many physical issues - like IBS. My specialty is eliminating fears and anxieties by finding the core cause and working with clients subconscious to respond more...
Trauma and Grief Therapy are areas that I specialize in. I also provide Psychological Assessments for patients that need a psychological recommendation for their surgery. HIPPA compliant videoconference sessions help those who can't make it into my office. For the past 5 years, I have supervised and facilitated court ordered Domestic Violence, Child Batterers, Anger Management, and Parenting...
