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
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...
**I am not accepting new clients at this time as my caseload is at full capacity.** As an intensively trained DBT, CBT, and TF-CBT clinician I offer a mindful, balanced perspective while supporting the skill building process. Life can be challenging and unpredictable. My specialty is supporting people who have experienced trauma (in whatever form that has taken for you) to balance their lives a...
I can help you eliminate negative behaviors, learn productive appropriate communication skills, and teach you how to have enriched relationships in your life while reducing challenges that keep you from achieving your goals. Treatment helps increase connection and problem-solving skills. I treat INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, & FAMILIES (both in a private practice and retreat setting) struggling with...
We all need some help during different seasons of our lives. I have worked in a variety of setting helping client overcome obstacles and move beyond emotional struggles. I utilizes various approaches with my clients in developing practical strategies unique to the individual's own strengths. I specializes in eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, anxiety, depression, families with special need...
Sometimes, when we feel anxious or depressed, life can appear to come to a standstill. The rest of the world is moving, but we feel stuck or fearful of moving forward. As your therapist, I will provide a safe space for you to explore what may be holding you back. I will help guide you towards making positive changes and choices. I am a former therapist at the Renfrew Center, specializing in eat...
As a licensed therapist my goal is to make the counseling process one of comfort and growth. I understand that it isn't easy to make change, and it can be both difficult and painful to address an issue that is truly weighing you down. I believe in a holistic approach to counseling and am also trained in many evidence based techniques. I offer evening hours in addition to Saturday. I listen...
My passion for working with others to find solace in their life has spanned a period of 21 years; both as a therapist & a school administrator. No matter who we are, there are obstacles & roadblocks that we need help overcoming. Sometimes, we need someone with whom we can bare our soul; sometimes we need reassurance that our thoughts are reasonable; sometimes we just need someone to listen. Lif...
Stress, life changes, health, parenting and educational & career challenges are all a part of everyday life. However, sometimes these factors can pile up and tip the balance of our mental health and wellbeing. If you recognize these sentiments, I can help you navigate through these difficult times and come out a stronger, more resilient individual. My counseling is structured in a compassionate...
As a psychodynamic therapist and psychoanalyst, I provide a safe space to explore relationships and the roles one plays in them, honoring strengths and uncovering the meanings that underlie challenging areas. Goals would include connecting thoughts and emotions, to enhance insight into how one moves through one's life and to increase healthier coping skills to stressors. I specialize in eating...
We all go through struggles. Like the Torridon mountains we face stormy winds and heavy rains. Through all of the challenges, the mountains persevere and stand strong over time. You can do this too. Sometimes it can feel difficult to go on the journey to peace, resiliency, and health on our own. Torridon Counseling can help you find your inner strength and harness it to create the strongest and...
