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
GRIEF, PHYSICAL DISABILITIES, AND THE FEAR OF THE FUTURE CAN LEAD TO DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY... Let me help you change your quality of life and way of thinking... Hello! My name is LaNita Jefferson. I am mental health therapist Columbia SC. I hold a Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling from USC School of Medicine. B.A in Sociology from Hollins University Roanoke VA. I also have a Paralegal...
My passion for mental health stems from my recovery story. I fell in love with the people and organizations that helped me. And, when I starting helping others on the path of personal growth, I knew what I was put on this planet to do. So, I got out of the job I hated to pursue a Master's Degree in Social Work at USC. My approach to psychotherapy focuses on learning about the journey my clients...
Are you struggling to maintain a balanced life? If you are one of the many people who can't find a way to juggle all that life throws at you, I would be honored to meet with you, and teach the mental skills necessary to change unhealthy lifestyle habits, and build lasting changes. Let's work together to create a balanced life that keeps you well, grounded, and motivated! I have a strong backgro...
I work with my clients to focus on the areas in their lives that feel unbalanced or are not working well, so that they can live life with more self-awareness, clarity and confidence. The goal is to better manage work and school stress; improve relationships; find relief from anxiety and depression; overcome eating issues and other self-destructive ways, and unblock creativity, in a therapeutic...
My main concern when working with clients is that they work through therapy their presenting problems while at the same time, they become aware of the inner strengths that enable them to experience psychological growth. In my experience, clients come to therapy searching for relief of their symptoms, but most of all, because they feel that there is more to life than what they are getting out of...
Jeanie Felty is a licensed professional counselor in Virginia with a B.S degree in psychology from Frostburg State University and a M.A. degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. She enjoyed working with outpatient community mental health centers and partial hospitalization/intensive outpatient mental health programs before moving to Thriveworks in 2018. Jeanie is an Adoption...
( English | español ) Dr. Keiko Miller is a neuropsychologist located in Walnut Creek and is the owner/exec. director of Aspire Neuropsychological Services. She has worked in the field of Autism since 2003 and has worked in the field of neuropsychology since 2009. She conducts a variety of evaluations of adults and children ages 12 months+. She earned her Psy.D. degree in 2011 and Masters of...
Trained in Germany and in the United States I have been able to learn from both academic and cultural traditions. Psycho-dynamic, Gestalt, Solution-focused and other approaches in Psychology led me to understand our emotional life as a strong and resilient force. This force is leading us - sometimes unnoticed - to new beginnings; we resist what is destructive and we heal at the same time. We ar...
My goal is to provide premier counseling services to you, your partner, and/or your child. My specialty areas include men's issues, stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, child and adolescent wellness, school related issues, and am an LGBTQ affirmative counselor. Counseling can be an incredible resource to help build resiliency, develop coping skills, and increase confidence. I offer a...
We partner with clients to work toward life balance. We offer solution-focused therapy, tailored to meet client goals and communication strengths. Our practice offers experience, compassion and support....
Working in the field of chemical dependency and eating disorders has taught me that recovery is possible and it's different for everyone. My "happy place" as a therapist is when I get to work alongside motivated, adult clients who are looking to reduce & relieve distress in their lives caused by substance use, eating disorders and/or postpartum difficulties. I am no stranger to mood and anxiety...
Are you struggling to have a healthy relationship with yourself or with others? Does it often feel like happiness comes more easily to other people than it does to you? Or that somewhere along the way, you stumbled or lost your way, and are fighting to find it again? Let me assure you that you deserve and are capable of joy and growth. My work has shown me that happiness does not mean feeling...
I specialize in serving teenagers and young adults who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety, intense relationships, codependency and substance use. I am certified in EMDR therapy and have completed Level III of Gottman Method couple's therapy. My passion is to assist people uncover their core selves and purpose while maintaining acceptance, intimacy, and connection in relationships. I thin...
Greetings! I am a NYS Licensed Psychologist, providing psychotherapy, consultation, workshops, and supervision. I earned my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Fordham University, and have over 10 years of professional experience. Psychotherapy is my passion, and my approach is a blending of solution-focused Cognitive Therapy and Mindfulness. I have completed formal training in Mindfulness-Base...
I have a deep and convicted belief in the power of therapy. I have learned it is a privilege and beautiful honor, to sit with people and hear their painful stories. Everyone's story is important and meaningful. I have learned the connection between therapist and client is essential and can be life altering to someone who may be, or may feel, alone. The need for connection is paramount in our hu...
