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
***Current waitlist*** My primary areas of practice include depression, anxiety, chronic illness, grief and loss, low self-esteem, LGBTQ+ and trauma. My approach is eclectic, but based primarily in Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with inclusions of motivational interviewing and narrative therapy techniques. When appropriate, I love to incorporate creative interventions such as ar...
I focus on treating emotional issues such as anxiety; depression; trauma; alcohol and substance abuse; and relationship issues. Navigating life’s challenges can leave us feeling unsure of how to move forward, or that we are not our best selves, or that we are not living in a way we want to be living. Each of our paths through life are different, and each of our challenges are different. Some of...
I'm a Licensed Professional Counseling Intern with a passion for helping clients to create changes that will lead them to a more fulfilling and healthy future. I received my MA in Counseling Psychology from Texas Woman’s University. I have varied counseling experience working with inmates in a county jail, counseling victims & perpetrators of domestic violence as well as children, teens, & adul...
Are you a woman struggling with health issues, chronic pain, trauma, anxiety or depression? Perhaps you can't remember the last time you felt good emotionally or physically. Maybe you are a woman who lacks the motivation to incorporate self care into your life which has left you feeling trapped in your own personal discomfort. No matter what challenges you may be experiencing, there is a soluti...
Online sessions available! Uncertain of what the future holds? Seemingly you have it all together, but deep down you’re filled with worry. You feel out of control and try everything possible to regain control, but it’s not working! Whether you feel pressured by societal expectations or are your own worst critic; life’s ups and downs can feel like a never-ending ride. Maybe it's self-esteem; may...
At Yates and Associates, we are ready to assist you with individual, marriage, and family counseling. We are experienced in helping our clients understand and work through addiction, co-dependency, anxiety and panic disorder, depression, grief, eating disorders, and abuse. We can also help with communication issues, decision making, and the challenges you may face during times of major transiti...
I serve a variety of clients, including those dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, life changes, parenting issues and more. I have a special focus on women, including those who are pregnant or postpartum, those who suffered from childbirth trauma, pregnancy loss or domestic violence. I focus on trauma, depression, and anxiety and use a therapy method called EMDR. EMDR help...
Life is so hard when we’re stuck in our own heads; repeating the same scenarios, worries, and self-critical thoughts over and over again - it's exhausting! Does it feel like no matter how hard you try, it’s NEVER all done...figured out...or good enough? Are you spending your energy worrying, stressing and controlling instead of making progress toward your goals? The body tension, migraines and...
( English | español ) ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. WORKING FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS. When facing difficult times, we would like to find a curious and active listener that could help us get back to our most valuable intentions, dreams, and goals. We might need to talk about the challenges as an immigrant; as a parent struggling with the social media times; as a young adult building independence or as a...
Relief is just one hit away but the relief isn’t coming anymore. You have gotten yourself into a mess and nothing seems to help the situation. Numbing the physical, emotional, and spiritual pain is how you got here and you’re still in pain. Maybe even greater pain than when you started using in the first place. You no longer recognize your life, yourself, or the people around you. Using has tur...
Are you looking for a safe environment to increase self-awareness and personal empowerment? My goal as a clinician is to create space for you to explore your circumstances and find your strengths to build on. I am dedicated to building a collaborative counseling relationship that foster self-understanding and growth, and to guiding you through new skills that will promote balance. My counseling...
Having problems coping with life stressors? Overwhelmed? I provide a safe, supportive and non judgmental environment that allows you to process your feelings while learning coping skills during your difficult time. I want individuals to feel inner peace, happiness and hope at TRUE Serenity SC. I have over 7 years of experience in vocational counseling, substance abuse, community-based services,...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! When it comes to working with my clients, I pride myself on the establishment and development of therapeutic rapport most of all. I believe that empathic regard and supportive, non-judgmental reflection combine to create the foundation of any counselor-client relationship, which if cemented and developed, can foster growth and/or change with any goal that clients are...
Sometimes life can be overwhelming. We feel like we don’t have it all figured out or have no control over the situation in front of us. My goal in the therapy room is to help you navigate life’s struggles and understand how to not just make it through life, but live it. I have interned with troubled youth at several of my internship sites and worked with adults managing their day to day life. I...
Hi, my name is John and I look forward to working with you. I'm a licensed therapist, EMDR trauma specialist and researcher, with over 10 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families to live happier and healthier lives. I have successfully assisted a wide variety of clients to heal the traumatic wounds of the past and unlock the limitless potential of the future. What is EMDR?...
