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
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialty in health psychology and behavioral medicine. I received my doctorate in clinical health psychology from Loma Linda University and completed my residency at the Veteran Affairs Northern California Health Care System. I have worked in various settings including private hospitals and clinics, VA clinics, and Kaiser Permanente in primary care....
Do you feel dissatisfied in your work or relationships? Do you struggle with making decisions, making personal connections? Maybe you feel you lack confidence in yourself, are self-conscious about your body, or hide behind humor. Together we will assess your present life and by making sense of the past, make an achievable plan for a better future. Our primary goal is to increase your sense of...
Trauma, anxiety, depression, and other difficult life transitions can greatly impact both physical and emotional health. I believe you have the courage and commitment for positive change. I am a psychotherapist, Marine veteran, and an advocate for vulnerable communities. I use evidence based care to join teens and adults from all walks of life in their journey for acceptance, healing, and chang...
I have a Master of Arts in Professional Clinical Counseling and School Counseling. I have a license to practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have a Master’s of Arts in School Counseling. I use a variety of counseling therapy interventions such as cognitive behavioral, solution focused, mindfulness, and culinary art. I provide online counseling via text, email, phone,video chat, and...
I am so excited to offer both counseling and clinical supervision services within my practice. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist. I have worked extensively in community behavioral health settings and have a wealth of experience to share with licensee's. I believe that people are resilient and that being alongside a person through their own individual journey is a sacred honor. I...
Have you or your child experienced a recent life transition? Are you depressed, sad, irritable, anxious, or stressed because of it? I provide support to adolescents and adults going through common but difficult life transitions. This includes marriage/divorce, child birth, blended families, career changes, school problems, or loss of relationships or loved ones. I would like to help you and/or...
Individuals struggling with depression find that it negatively impacts all areas of their lives such as career and education, eating and sleeping, relationships, and overall physical health. Depression often occurs with anxiety, substance use disorders, and other addictions. I help people live their best lives by utilizing evidence-based therapies and counseling skills to overcome the challenge...
I am a certified health and mental performance consultant specialized in health coaching, weight management, and self-regulation. With an extensive background in athletic and mental performance-oriented training, I support and challenge my non-athlete and athlete clients through a highly interactive and collaborative processes that aims at identifying and optimizing health and...
The World as we know it has changed! So much has happened in 2020 and it all happened so fast. Many of us have had to alter our lives dramatically and with those alterations comes feelings of stress, overwhelm and being unsure of what the future holds. It can be quite scary I know. A new future has to be envisioned and many of us don't know where to start.. As a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapis...
On the outside, you may seem to have it all together, *cough* (perfectionist), but you burn yourself out trying to please others. You feel as if your efforts are never enough. This leads to anxiety, depression, and shame. Or maybe the thought of adulting scares the s#*! out of you and could use a guide who gets it? (But not your parents because you still live with them, huh?) Remind you of...
Individuals/Couples/Families Experiencing Challenges with: Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Interpersonal Relationships, Behavioral Issues, Professional/Career Challenges, the Family System, Self-Esteem/Identity Issues and Life Transitions. Ages: Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors. Clients consistently find Jodi to be supportive, understanding, accepting, and tremendously easy to talk to. F...
My passion is working with men’s issues, LGBTQ+ folk, people raised in oppressive environments, and writers/artists. In healing my own trauma, in my training, and guiding others, I know well the remarkable power of mind/body integration. I will be with you every step of the way as you emerge into a loving, connected and free self. My holistic approach to therapy is down-to-earth and gentle,...
Welcome, I am a Holistic and Behavioral Medicine Psychologist who has trained at world renowned institutions. My purpose is to assist you toward attaining self empowerment, optimal fulfillment and happiness. I have developed expertise in various areas of psychological, emotional, and health concerns. My primary approach is to help you live authentically to your purpose and manifest your highest...
My approach to therapy is collaborative and established in openness, trust, honesty and humor. I believe that our work is rooted in the relationship we build together and should build upon your strengths and uniqueness. It is a privilege for me to be invited to work with my clients as they go through challenges and transitions. I am very passionate about being able to provide a safe,...
Making the first step and reaching out for help is often an act of bravery that is to be respected and honored. As a therapist, it is my goal to honor this bravery and to create an environment of acceptance, safety, and honesty for my clients where we can collaborate toward building a new perspective and developing the tools that will help create long lasting change and help clients meet their...
