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
People are often times are searching for ways to change their lives, find greater happiness, or improve their relationships. No matter what the reason for seeking counseling, I believe we all have the power to overcome our life obstacles. It takes a tremendous amount of strength and courage to reach out for support with vulnerable areas in life, and I strive to provide a safe and supportive...
**Now accepting new clients- day, evening and weekend appointments available** Mission: Our 25 plus years of experience enables us to offer effective outpatient individualized psychological care. We treat a range of mental health and addiction disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. Our focus is to support individuals to heal and become aware of their inne...
Initiating therapy takes courage! We are taught to hide our insecurity, doubt, fear, pain and vulnerability and put on a brave face for the world. It is sometimes difficult to acknowledge that we are uneasy, struggling or suffering. Asking for help is a sign of strength! Many people put off therapy because they are afraid of being judged, misunderstood, labeled or stigmatized. I believe that th...
Choosing to begin therapy could be one of the most important decisions you make for yourself or your child; a decision that will enable you to learn how to manage the stress of your condition or circumstance, giving you the energy you need to pursue your goals and live a more satisfying and fulfilling life. I provide a person centered approach, building on a persons strengths and incorporating...
I enjoy working with adult clients, age 21 and older, with a wide variety of problems and concerns including, but not limited to stress management / life balance, parenting challenges, depression / mood disorders, anxiety / panic, trauma-related symptoms and PTSD (both one-time incidents like car accidents and long-term traumatic experience such as child abuse and neglect), mind / body concerns...
Do you ever doubt your accomplishments or feel like you are an imposter? I can help you with that! I specialize in offering the most evidence-based treatments to help my clients with a number of life issues including work/job stress, anxiety, self-confidence, depression, imposter syndrome, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, panic disorder, work-addiction, perfectionism,...
As a counselor, Shele is dedicated to improving the lives of her clients by studying and implementing the most integrative and active tools available. She utilizes approaches including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, and Systems Based Therapy, among others to help provide change and growth, as she believes there is no single...
Discover the real reasons behind your eating, weight, and body image issues. Do you hate your job and binge eat at night? Are you compensating for poor relationships with food? Do you hate getting dressed each morning? It's time to take a deeper look. As a Psychological Counselor, I am trained to get to the root of your eating and body image challenges. We all turn to food for so many reasons t...
I have worked with a wide variety of diagnosis including anxiety, depression, PTDS, ADHD, adjustment disorders, panic disorders, bipolar, and many others. I work closely with individuals, couples and family to assist in clients reaching their full potential and work to ensure a safe and trusting relationship. I utilize a client centered approach and will meet clients where they are at. The clie...
Holistic wellness involves the whole person- heart, mind, soul and body. The dimensions of wellness include physical, mental/emotional, spiritual, vocational, financial, interpersonal, and environmental. Modern lifestyles can cause us to become disconnected from wellness in each of these dimensions. Wellness Coaching assists individuals in creating and meeting goals. As a Lifestyle and Wellness...
Are you suffering from sleepless nights and unable to shut off your mind from stress and negative thoughts? Has stress been affecting your health and well-being? Have you felt stuck in terms of your ability to move toward your goals or have the life or career that you want? No matter what challenges you are facing, such as stress, illness, trauma, life transition, relationship issues, or loss, ...
I have been gifted with the ability to cause others to get UNSTUCK. My philosophy is that our BREAKTHROUGH is on the other side of skills we do not know and/or apply. Through the provision of psychoeducation, supportive counseling and accountability; I have seen individuals change the trajectory of their lives in a matter of weeks. It can be done! No matter the domain that someone could be stuc...
I am a Clinical and Developmental psychologist offering services to adults, adolescents and children as young as 3 years. I have extensive clinical experience working with diverse populations, including military, veteran and civilian clients. I treat a variety of diagnoses (eg., anxiety, depression), and I also assist clients in making lifestyle changes necessary when dealing with behavioral...
I am a dually licensed counselor in New Jersey, specializing in addiction, mental health, and co-occurring disorders for adolescents and adults. I treat PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self-esteem, personal growth and identity, bipolar, LGBTQ, and personality disorders. Also, I am a certified/approved clinical supervisor for counselors and interns seeking licensure as a CADC/LCADC or...
Different challenges can cause us to fill "stuck", "overwhelmed", and "anxious". My experiences as a psychotherapist have taught me that all challenges can be opportunities for growth and empowerment. With years of experience, my goal as your psychotherapist is to assist you in finding balance and peace within yourself to overcome the challenges you are facing or have faced. Sometimes, you just...
