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
When I was little, I had big dreams but life circumstances took me on a different much harder path. My primary purpose through the 60's70's&80's was my addiction. I was widowed by 27, left with 3 children and still using. I became sober in 1987, went back to school & started in the addiction field. I discovered most chronic relapsers struggled with emotional traumas and PTSD. I founded The Refu...
I am committed to helping people cultivate health, well-being, life-balance, meaningful relationships and vitality in their lives. My approach to counseling focuses on the whole person (body, mind, spirit and relationships) to help people heal, grow, thrive, reach personal goals and flourish. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and groups in private practice, educational...
ADOLESCENT POPULATION: Includes anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, parent/child conflicts, school related problems, anger/aggressive behavior, dating, substance abuse, and sexual concerns and issues. ADULTS: anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, anger problems, workplace problems, older adult/retirement issues, post traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, and sexual issues....
With 20 years experience working with children and families, previously as a school counselor, I now work as a Licensed Professional Counselor in a busy private practice in downtown Alpharetta. My therapeutic philosophy is based on the belief that a counselor's role is to empower clients with the tools to unlock their fullest potential. I love working with clients of all ages as they strive to...
I would like to help you become the architect of your own life - overcoming the internal obstacles that prevent you from experiencing happiness, freedom and control. You may wish to conquer a strategic goal, or address a more complex problem - relational, emotional, professional or behavioral - or perhaps something you cannot define. I am adept at understanding human dynamics, and can bring...
Life's transitions are challenging at any age. Loss inevitably comes with a period of mourning and grief. But any change, a move, a new relationship, the birth of a child, a new work situation, can sometimes leave us feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or just generally ambivalent or apathetic. We may find ourselves unable to fully enjoy life's pleasures or to make or sustain meaningful...
Whether you are facing problems in a relationship, challenges at work, or have persistent mood issues, what you may need is someone to listen, assess the problem, offer a new perspective, and some sound advice for going forward. Venice Counseling is a mental health counseling practice serving the community of Venice, Florida and surrounding areas, including Osprey, North Port, and Sarasota....
Telehealth Provider. People reach out to me for a variety of reasons. Some are struggling or facing a crisis, others are feeling stuck in their lives and are looking for a new way of being. In my work with adults and adolescents I help to move you toward living a more rewarding life in a place where challenges are met in a nurturing and supportive way. I specialize in working through past and...
"A Journey of a Thousand Miles Begins with One Step." LAO TZU I provide a safe, respectful space allowing you to work through your goals. With more than 12 years of therapeutic experience in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, sexuality, adjustment, grief, parenting, family dynamics and childhood disorders, I help my clients identify root causes, develop healthy coping skills and master ...
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed? Overwhelmed by relationship, work issues, addictions? Congratulations for taking the first step to change your life. Reaching out for help takes courage at a time when we are not feeling very brave. No matter how overwhelming things seem now, all of your problems have solutions. I provide a safe, private environment where we work together to help yo...
WAIT LIST AVAILABLE. During this time of high anxiety and uncertainty, it's easy to lose connection - with others and yourself. How do you take care of yourself, take care of your world and the world around you? I welcome an opportunity to collaborate with you as we all struggle to navigate this unprecedented time of change. Yes, change can be scary. Begin with yourself- with what you CAN contr...
Your healing is my priority. A licensed psychotherapist since 2006, clients describe me as highly effective and easy to open up with. I am an Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) trained therapist. AEDP is a trauma-based, healing-oriented model of therapy. While I will support you in uncovering challenging areas in your life, I am more focused on supporting you in your healing....
Coming to therapy is a courageous choice. In the busy pace of NYC, it can often be hard to take time for oneself. Yet, since you are looking at this page, I am guessing that something in your life is causing you distress or discomfort and you are interested in figuring out how to live a more peaceful life. I work with individuals in a collaborative manner to overcome issues that are causing the...
Matt's experience includes working with adults and adolescents dealing with a variety of issues including: marriage and family struggles, drug and alcohol addiction, sexual addiction, men's issues, depression, divorce mediation and other life struggles. Additionally, Matt is a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist (CART) experienced in helping individuals work through anger. Since 1983 Matt has...
Though it may seem impossible at times, everyone is capable of change. Therapy can help any person develop a greater sense of self while enhancing an innate ability to endure and thrive in life. I have worked primarily with adolescents and adults, and have a strong background in the treatment of disordered eating, distorted body image, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflic...
