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
Though change is often outside our control, I believe growth happens best when we have authentic support. My approach to counseling is largely based in part through believing in the power of connection. The therapeutic relationship provides a space of sincere empathy, positive regard, and acceptance. I use a variety of techniques from Solution Focused to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as...
Core Counseling of North Jersey offers the highest level of care to individuals, couples, families, and groups- helping people resolve their challenges and feel more confident and comfortable in themselves as they move through their lives. Our specialties include: depression, anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, body image, and aging. Our diverse group of clinicians is adept at engaging and...
I am the owner of Silience Counseling Services. I have a passion for helping people and extensive experience working with adolescents and adults. Common diagnoses I work with include: PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, trauma, and grief. I am experienced in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Reality Therapy. I specialize in...
Hello! I know it’s not easy deciding to talk to a therapist but you have taken the first step by reading this. People come into therapy for many reasons and I'm looking forward to learning what’s on your mind. I’m confident that together we can resolve any issue, worry or concern that has been troubling you. My goal when working with you is to create a confidential and comfortable space where y...
Our understanding of health, and what it means to be "healthy," has changed over the years. We now have a better understanding of what a healthy lifestyle looks and feels like. Being "healthy" might look like less pain, better and more sleep, maintaining a healthy weight, less stress, and more social connections. The problem is, we struggle to make changes to improve our health. Even when we ar...
I have more than 20 years of experience in career counseling, disabilities services and substance abuse. I also have experience with counseling school age students, foster parents and family dealing with adoptions. I am experience with individual and family dealing anxiety, anger management, school related issues, family therapy, behavioral issues and parenting issues. I am here to work with yo...
Being resilient was easy when you were younger . Now the older you get the less “high functioning” you feel. The life you've lived thus far has been ok, but your coping styles can only do so much. Never were you given the chance to talk through traumatic events as a kid. Sure you had a loving family, but emotions and feelings wasn’t a topic of conversation. Being raised to be strong was the...
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has spent my entire career working to understand why mental health is just as important as our physical and spiritual health. I enjoy working directly with a wide range of client populations, ages 14 -65+ years old. I am particularly interested in working with clients struggling with post- traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, and societal rela...
We are all adjusting to the COVID-19 reality. Whether it is adjusting to job loss, loss of a loved one, or the strain of being an essential worker, therapy can provide you with the tools to cope. Anxiety, isolation, lack of motivation, grief, and fatigue are normal reactions. I want to be there to support you during this process. Successful therapy starts with the formation of the counselor-cli...
Hello and welcome! I work with children, teens and adults who are looking for healthier ways to cope with life’s challenges. I have been practicing psychology for 15 years and find it extremely rewarding to watch clients grow and reach their goals. My specialty is in Anxiety Disorders in children and adults. I also have vast experience treating Eating Disorders. I am a results-oriented therapis...
Welcome! Do you want to be in therapy forever? Maybe not! People come to therapy because something in their lives needs attention NOW. If you already took the HUGE step to search for a therapist, it means you already have the first ingredient for success: MOTIVATION! The work we will do in session will be oriented to stop doing what is not working. I work (and live) with a systemic thinking and...
Do you feel stuck in your story of trauma? Perhaps even feel frozen, helpless, hopeless, guilt, or shame but don't know how to navigate these difficult feelings tied to the traumatic event you experienced. A therapeutic approach called Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) can help with healing your symptoms. EMDR is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and...
If you are struggling to move forward in life. If your marriage relationship is in need of healing. If you just need someone to listen and help you through your hurt. I am here to provide professional counseling specializing in depression, anxiety, attachment, mood disorders, anger management, substance abuse, addiction, and marriage & family therapy. I want to help encourage & teach those who ...
Choosing to seek help for depression, anxiety or other problems that are getting in the way of your happiness can be difficult and scary. My approach is direct and open, and focuses on enhancing your personal growth and ability to cope with life's problems. You are most likely to see benefits from counseling if you are motivated, honest, and willing to work at self-improvement and self-awarenes...
I enjoy working with adults and teens looking to clarify goals, work more effectively with challenging emotions, and, using Mary Oliver's eloquent words, help them answer the question "what do you plan to do with your one wild and precious life." I use strength-based approaches to help clients set and achieve goals and boost happiness. Having experience as a school-based therapist and as a pare...
