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
Are you feeling stuck in some area of your life? Do you need help understanding why certain things keep happening? Are you struggling in relationships, feeling depressed or uncertain about your future? If you agreed with any of these questions, therapy can help guide you to the answers you need to move forward in life. My role as a therapist is to support your personal journey of self discovery...
Therapy is a great opportunity for individuals to improve their overall quality of life. With a therapist you have an unconditional listener. I ensure a relaxed, therapeutic environment to help patients feel as comfortable as possible. I work with a variety of age groups and conduct individual, couples and family therapy sessions. Some of the issues I specialize in treating are anxiety disorder...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I hold a master's and a doctorate degree in psychology. I have worked in diverse settings and with individuals, couples, and families, and online therapy. This includes private practice, children's psychiatric hospitals, psychiatric wards, and rehabilitation. I use cognitive behavioral and interpersonal therapy, and sometimes mind-body (clinical hypnosis,...
Twenty five years of experience has enabled me to zero in on crucial issues and dynamics that need to be worked on and resolved for change to occur. Revealing our painful, frustrating, and disappointing experiences, to ourselves and to our therapist/ally, leads the way to a deeper understanding of how our characters developed, and of what has gotten in the way of having a calmer and more enjoya...
Providing telehealth sessions, I strive to provide my clients with a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for self-exploration. I believe in a collaborative approach where we join together to understand the sources of pain, fear, and unhappiness and to make changes that will create a more empowered, meaningful and fulfilling life. While "symptom relief" is a priority early in...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I utilize a variety of methods including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, meditation, psychodynamic, yoga and others. We will explore and define present areas of unhappiness and feeling stuck. We will develop positive skills that will allow you to create the life you desire. I believe every individual is capable of healing from within. We will work on...
Being a psychologist allows me the privilege to participate in and witness the inspiring process of my clients as they journey towards a happier and more fulfilling life. Therapy is not just for those individuals in deep despair or experiencing serious mental illness. If you are human, have a family of origin, and life experience up until this point, you qualify! Our unique pasts come with...
Let's talk about whatever you may need help with. I offer a free Initial Consultation to discuss your issues and provide support immediately. I also enjoy providing support via e-mail, texting, and by phone at no cost to you between sessions. I provide safety and warmth with a psychodynamic approach to increase awareness and facilitate healing. Call or e-mail today so we can connect and I can...
We are all impacted by COVID-19. For many of us, life has been turned upside down in terms of employment, living situation, lifestyle, self-care and overall well-being. Goals have had to change, and we have been forced into transitions we have never imagined. And some of us are grieving. Social distancing, while necessary to prevent spread, has only increased feelings of isolation and lonelines...
I am a licensed NYS Clinical Psychologist. My goal is to help people achieve fulfillment in their lives. Feelings of dissatisfaction, lack of control, and self-doubt are difficult to cope with. Recognizing that these feelings frequently result in anxiety led me to develop an expertise in treating anxiety disorders. I will offer you help if you feel that anxiety has become an obstacle to leading...
An an integrative psychotherapist and wellness coach, I believe that you are already whole - just needing some support to help you uncover your own strength & intuition. Our self concept and functioning are influenced not only from thoughts, actions and behaviors, but from relationship with others and culture. We will work to uncover these roots and release patterns that no longer serve you. My...
Are you looking for a warm, supportive, and confidential environment responsive to your unique needs and therapeutic goals? I can help you understand old maladaptive patterns and create new positive ways of connecting in the world. My goal is to assist you in discovering your own answers to your questions. I use an integrative approach which can include cognitive techniques as well as working w...
I believe in the uniqueness and strength of every human being and the interminable human spirit. Every individual has the innate right to feel safe, to feel loved and to feel validated. There are times when we feel that we are trapped, where hope does not appear, and the future is bleak. The steps to healing, to fulfillment, to leading the life that we want is within us. Together, therapist and...
Life is a journey and often times we encounter periods of unrest, difficulty and confusion. My work with people confirms that no experience in life is meant to debilitate but only to be understood. I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in the state of Florida and New York. I practice full time in Florida. I have 20 years of experience in private practice treating all age groups and a variety o...
There are times in our lives when we need the help of an experienced therapist to guide us through our life struggles. Whether you have an eating disorder or addiction; depression or anxiety; relationship challenges or going through a life transition, I can help. I am an interactive therapist who provides compassionate nonjudgmental care. I will work collaboratively with you using different...
