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
My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and empowering space for people to explore the depths of their emotions, thoughts and feelings. Using supportive reflection and a strengths-based perspective, I approach each situation with empathy. As a clinical social worker, I help individuals and couples who are struggling with a wide range of emotional and interpersonal problems. My speciality...
Is your child and/or adolescent struggling to adapt to life's changes? Are they exhibiting behavioral, emotional, or cognitive problems that are beyond that of what is typically seen for their age? Being a parent is the hardest, yet most rewarding part of life. However, a parent's job becomes increasingly more difficult and complicated when your child is struggling to express feelings, explore...
What if there is nothing wrong with you? What if you never had to judge you again? My specialty is inviting clients to their greatness and success; clearing the energies that don't allow for achievement, creativity, and possibilities. I work with clients from all walks of life who are demanding freedom and change. My clients tend to be the seekers, the highly creative and the dissatisfied dream...
Today is the day! You are ready to make some changes in your life! Well done! Seeking out a therapist can be a daunting task. You might be wondering just how to choose. Do I seek out someone on my insurance panel? Closest to my house? How do I know if they actually know what they are doing? These are all good questions and will lead you down a reasonable decision making path. Even more than...
In today's era of professional, familial, and societal pressures, we are constantly confronted with overwhelming challenges that over time, impact us in profound ways, often leaving us feeling entrapped with fear and worry, and deeply deprived from our true sense of self, and of meaning and purpose. Whether you find yourself overcome by anxiety, depression, isolation, loss and grief, painful...
From childhood into adolescence and then into adulthood, we inevitably settle with beliefs about ourselves and the world around us. At some point, however, it's possible those very same beliefs that may have caused us to thrive, may cause us to feel uncomfortable. If you find the quality of your relationships, the self or with others, has lessened in quality, there is discomfort to some degree...
Are you striving to find hope in a chaotic world? I believe that each client has the unique gift to discover certain aspects of their personalities and backgrounds in order to achieve success and grow individually, as well as in their environment. I enjoy working with tweens and teens, men and women individually, as well as couples and families. My goal is to tailor specifically to the client's...
Whether you are struggling with feelings of stress, anger, sadness, confusion, or frustration, or searching for peace, you are not meant to do it alone. My goal is to help you live a more fulfilling, authentic, and meaningful life by reconnecting you to your most desirable self. I provide a caring, non-judgmental, and collaborative space to explore your feelings and concerns. With passion,...
If you are reading this, then you are already taking an active step in feeling better and regaining balance in your life. Life is a journey, and I value your openness in allowing me to be part of it. We will work collaboratively to uncover your inner strength so that you can heal and move forward. I specialize in working with individuals who express concerns about their eating patterns and/or f...
I'm an Air Force Veteran and a military spouse. I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Master's Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy. I've been a mental health provider since 2010. I treat a wide range of conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, binge eating, relationship issues, and more. I believe that in order to improve a person's overall health and wellness...
The path to healing can be arduous and difficult for many and may seem impossible and unattainable for others. I have been fortunate and honored to work with hundreds of individuals, couples, and families on their journey of healing. I am committed to helping every person that comes to therapy to be their support at every step of their journey. Together we create goals, learn skills, and move...
Are you craving balance, emotional stability, happiness and harmony in your life? Do you experience helplessness yet desire a sense of hope, self-love and meaning? Suffering from a web of intense emotions is a part of life that we can all use help to accept, regulate and navigate. I guide clients in deepening self-love, intimacy and trust. Together we build resiliency, connect to your creativit...
The only way we know what happens in the world is through our senses. It's how we make sense of the world; it's how we can interact with the world. I use hypnosis to adjust this perception, to fine tune my clients' reality user-interface to allow them to experience a sense of comfort, confidence and especially control in improving their lives and getting them the things they both want and need....
As a client-focused therapist working with children, adolescents, couples, and adults, I will be a non-judgemental sounding board for all of your challenges. As my client, you will feel heard and accepted. You can walk away from our sessions knowing I believe in your ability to make your life better. I specialize in treating individuals who struggle with anxiety, mood disorders, attention and...
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, or having marital problems? Change is Possible. Depression and anxiety are treatable. Your quality of life can improve. You are not alone. I have many years of experience working with ages 9-75 to address issue of depression and anxiety through use of evidenced based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy,...
