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
At some point in time, every person experiences an impasse or issue in his or her life, and might need to regain some perspective or obtain support to help improve the situation. As a counselor, I am here to provide a safe and supportive environment in which to work on life's issues, problems, or roadblocks. I work with and assist children, adolescents, and adults aged 11 years and up experienc...
I provide counseling and psychotherapy to adults and couples for a wide array of psychological concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety disorders, relational concerns, issues of self-identity, and adjustment to loss or trauma. I believe in the potential of people and that the possibility for change and repair exists within us. Gaining insight into behavior and thought patterns...
I continue to derive immense satisfaction from becoming a psychologist and exploring many paths and points of view about the nature of "reality", personally in my own work on myself and with others in psychotherapy (from physical/behavioral/external levels to non-physical/subjective/internal levels). People who have participated in psychotherapy with me often describe deriving value from increa...
I believe strongly in the positive effects of therapy at any stage of life. Therapy is an amazing healing experience. It provides the opportunity to discuss, relate and unburdan oneself in a confidential, non-judgmental and relaxed environment. While we can't change difficult situations in the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. My goal is to hel...
Judith Moolten is our treatment and training specialist. She is highly recommended for working with couples/families as well as individuals and groups who are stressed, arguing, having panic attacks, anxiety, depression, addictive habits, trauma, suffering w/ grief, loss and more. Her aim is to be short term and resolution-focused. Judith is an expert at what she does (treating, training,...
I have been working with people for decades. My focus is on helping people find he best way to live their lives fully from a place of an empowered sense of self. Everyone faces challenges, and I have seen people overcome their challenges and find ease of heart. I teach people to clearly assess thier challenges, find means to manage them when needed, and overcome them when possible. I have 7 yea...
As my client, you will be heard, understood, respected, and valued. Your challenges and concerns are important and are the focus of our collaboration. I have had good success assisting clients in how they feel while also increasing their understanding of the how and why of their difficulties. My services are compassionate, clinically based, ethical, and confidential. I provide a safe environmen...
I am an Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist and a Holistic Coach specializing in disordered eating, emotional eating, anxiety, PTSD, depression, and addictions. Through Holistic Coaching & Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, I help my clients create lasting behavioral changes through re-patterning conscious, subconscious, and unconscious beliefs. I work with the intuitive, mental, emotional, spiritual an...
The Hancock Center for Individual and Family Therapy is comprised of a group of therapists who share a vision to create an experience where everything is therapeutic. From the moment you walk in the door until the moment you leave, our emphasis is on your wellness. The center was carefully planned and designed to create an atmosphere that is soothing, relaxing, and welcoming. We all work well...
Reaching out for help takes courage and is the first step towards making positive changes in your life. I am here to assist you with overcoming any challenges interfering with your ability to move towards happiness, hope, and peace. Implementing changes can sometimes feel overwhelming. As a clinician, I will work with you to overcome obstacles and help you develop the coping skills and...
Mind Body Spirit Psychology - My philosophy is based on a Holistic approach - built upon the belief that our mind, body and spirit all interact to create our vitality, passion and purpose. To heal one part, we must acknowledge all three. Through counseling, you can overcome life's challenges, survive difficult events, and experience a vital, joyful, productive life. I believe that it is vital t...
Everyone has challenges which at times can be overwhelming. For some, the challenges are not easy for them to resolve, and professional help is needed. No matter what your present need may be, the counseling team at Empowered Living is here to assist you on your journey to making better life choices and recovery. Empowered Living offers clients an opportunity to explore their challenges in a sa...
George, a graduate from Indiana University, has been a therapist for 12 years. His warm, accepting, creative, insightful and recovery focused therapy style encourages developing self-acceptance, the confidence for positive change and what's preventing that from happening. With a holistic perspective, he feels comfortable incorporating spirituality in treatment upon request with a primary Christ...
The mind, body, and spirit are inseparable. Therefore, there can be physical circumstances underlying mental health disorders, and vice versa. A person may be experiencing unknown food allergies, inadequate nutrition or vitamin deficiency, environmental toxicity or have genetic factors that lead to suboptimal function and disease.
