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
We all need a listening ear and concern from someone with expert and practical knowledge to help us navigate changes and setbacks, or conquer negative habits we have developed. Work stress, relationship issues, family difficulties, loss, unexpected life events and moving through life stages can all trigger sadness, anxiety, emotional overeating, health issues, and addictive behaviors. Resolving...
My specialties are EMDR, Parts Therapy and Internal Family Systems. These models of therapy tend to be directed toward trauma. Trauma does not have to be the big things that people face, they can be an accumulation of little things from preverbal experiences to current struggles. Traumatic memories block us from leading full and rich lives we deserve and want. I have found these interventions t...
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!** I am a licensed clinical psychologist with several areas of specialization. I received a doctoral degree in clinical/ child psychology from Yeshiva University and a master’s degree in mental health counseling from New York University. Throughout my years of training I have worked with individuals, couples, and families of all ages and backgrounds. While I am flexible ...
Amanda Pitchko earned her undergraduate degree from Albright College, majoring in Psychology. She then earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rider University, graduating with honors. While at Rider University, she co-authored a research article entitled “Naturalistic Recovery from Non-suicidal Self-Injury: A Phenomenological Inquiry”. This work was published in The...
Connection is essential to our survival as humans. Being truly seen and heard without judgment is connection in its truest form. No matter what has led you to seek out therapy…whether you going through a difficult life event, life changes or are feeling "stuck" or disconnected in your life, therapy provides a safe space to be yourself. I provide therapy to individuals and families with a focus ...
Is your life not what you imagined? Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed by feelings of sadness or anxiety? Are you struggling in your relationship? Are you experiencing a midlife crisis or transition? Does your body weight interfere with your ability to feel good about yourself? If you answered YES to any of these questions, do not continue to struggle in silence. I can help. I provide a safe,...
When Wildflower Center for Counseling was established there was a strong desire to create a homelike atmosphere – welcoming, comfortable, and lacking the rigidity which can often be present in doctor offices. However, the atmosphere is only part of the equation – the other part is me! Welcome, I’m Jennifer Higley! Therapist to some of the most remarkable individuals and mother to three incredib...
I am so pleased that you found your way to my front door. Please know that you have found a place of kindness and gratitude as you embark on a new journey of healing and restoration. The journey may not always be easy, but together there is peace and joy in the destination’s end. As a licensed mental health and licensed addiction therapist, I am trained and utilize two primary therapeutic...
I moved to Charlotte in 2017. Before I made my way to the Queen City, I graduated from West Virginia University with a B.S in Human Nutrition and Food. I worked as a licensed massage therapist for 10 years in Scottsdale AZ before returning to West Liberty University to obtain my Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. Since graduating, I have worked in the psychiatric outpatient setti...
You constantly think about food and dieting and want the cycle to end. You emotionally eat or binge/purge to escape. You struggle getting dressed because you hate your body. You're dating or married and wonder if your relationship is healthy but don't know the red flags or how to set boundaries. You're pregnant or a new mom and struggling with constant worries and feel like you're going crazy....
Do you crave a change? Is anxiety, depression or grief taking over your days? Are you looking to move past an obstacle to you living YOUR best life? Therapy can be the tool that helps you move forward and unlock the future you want. Over the past 5 years, I have been working with individuals, families and children using creative and innovative interventions to assist them in reaching their goal...
EMDR Specialty Therapist. Treatment to Heal Stress, Trauma, Addictions, And Relationship Issues. Take charge, be self-empowering, You have choices. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specialized in Sex Addiction, Stress, Chemical/Gambling Addiction, Trauma Couple/Intimacy attachment injury. Trained in EMDR, Gottman L3, EFT, CBT and Imago/Attachment Therapy. More than ever Couples Issues an...
Feeling overwhelmed by uncomfortable emotions like anxiety, sadness, grief or stress? If you are ready to experience compassionate support, personal growth, and meaningful change, you’ve found the right place. For over 10 years, I've been using collaborative evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients develop coping skills for managing stress and emotions. I also...
I work with children, adults and families. Individual experiences as well as experiences in a family system are unique.There are times in our lives that difficulties arise and unexpected life changes can leave us with feelings of hurt, stress, grief, anxiety, depression, and more. Counseling is a powerful tool that can help us understand, cope, and move forward in ways that are productive,...
You are NOT broken. You are hurting and you are tired of being so tired. I think sometimes we believe that we have to FEEL confident before we can show action. My very favorite saying is " show up, even when you are scared. Show up. " Do you feel like you or your partner are wondering how you ever fell in love to begin with? Does it feel like you are silently screaming and no one hears you whil...
