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
Most of us know that even the healthiest of us need at some point in our lives an outside perspective or guidance into our inner selves to resolve many issues that we have not been able to do on our own. Therapy can take many forms from "personal growth work " (i.e. becoming a better person or reaching personal goals not yet achieved) or in dealing with life crises, wrong choices in the past...
I believe we develop our ability to thrive from not only our individual gifts, but also our personal responses to life's challenges. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems and/or trauma. I never underestimate the complexities of the mind, personality, and relationships, and at the same time, I feel psychotherapy should be practical an...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist, with over 15 years of clinical experience and specialty training in sleep medicine. I provide behavioral (i.e., non-medication) treatments for the most common sleep disorders, including insomnia, nightmares, and daytime sleepiness. My research and clinical work has been featured by major news outlets,...
Radiance Counseling Center (RCC) specializes in therapeutic services for Individuals, Couples and Groups, as well as Clinical Assessments and Virtual Therapy. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Private Insurance, Private and Public Funding, Governmental Agencies, Cash and Credit Cards. We offer flexible, individualized hours for our clients....
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, weight loss, eating disorders and other addictions, I can help. With years of experience and many successful outcomes helping clients work through depression & anxiety, achieve weight loss and recovery from eating disorders, addictions, trauma, grief & loss, I welcome you and the opportunity to help you achieve results! With a caring approach & ma...
*****I am currently full and unable to accept new clients.*****. You are overwhelmed, exhausted and stressed. Feeling normal again is the goal. Keeping it all in is no longer working and you know its time to talk to someone. You might feel so heavy, anything you do, feels like running a marathon. Maybe your thoughts are racing so fast you have a difficult time focusing on one task. Your loved o...
Whether you are looking to begin your journey in healing for the first time or are ready to move past traditional talk therapy and toward understanding the mind-body connection, I am prepared to support you in reaching your goals. I work with teens, adults, and couples who are seeking a therapeutic approach that utilizes evidence-based skill building and research-based approaches to healing...
I believe strongly in forming a warm and collaborative relationship and tailoring my approach to your needs and goals. Since no two clients are the same, I am very flexible in my approach. Depending on your struggles, goals, and needs, I might be highly directive or non-directive, always providing a safe space to work through your thinking and emotions. I am eclectic in my work, meaning I draw...
Kimberly Mallia is a School Psychologist, College Professor, and Private Practitioner. BA Human Development, Master's Psychology, and Specialist degree in School Psychology. Kimberly is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist. She is also a professor at the University of Phoenix. She has experience as a sixth grade Science teacher. Kimberly is an educational specialist in the areas of Respon...
Sometimes life can be difficult and getting help from a professional can be beneficial. I approach therapy as a collaborative process aimed at helping clients find their own way to the changes they desire. Within the context of each person's life, I seek to help clients integrate various aspects of mind and body to heal and enrich their lives. I create an environment where you will feel...
Do you want a better life with more choices and success- every day? I am honored to work with clients to help them address life issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, medical illness & pain, relationship and general life issues to better live the life they chose. I work with you in a collaborative and interactive way. We work to help you understand what has happened in your life, but more...
I have extensive training and experience working with women's issues, particularly in the treatment and management of eating disorders in adolescents and adults. I gained experience working in several levels of care including inpatient, residential, partial hospital and outpatient programs in which I provided individual, group and family therapy. I am also practiced in the application of...
With over 20 years experience, I strive to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that m...
Who would have ever imagined having to cope with a pandemic? Yet we do and we are. At times old coping skills fall short and feel lost. You might hide your pain, put a smile on and fake it as best as possible. No need to go through that alone. Addiction as well as feeling low or anxious is a confusing world filled with self doubt, grief, loss, shame & guilt; all the emotions we try to hide from...
STRESS. It’s an extremely common affliction in today’s busy world. If you’re suffering from its symptoms—including anxiety, irritability, insomnia, trauma and phobia—you’re certainly not alone. I’ve been there. I’ve experienced first-hand that feeling of being stuck, worrying that there are no options outside of medication, and wishing for a sustainable and workable solution. I’ve also experien...
