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
My ideal client is mid 30's to early 60's. These are people in life transitions, whether career, relationship or soul searching. Probably experiencing stress and anxiety or self doubt. Want to follow their hearts, interests and talents so that they can fulfill themselves in life, love, work and relationships. They want to modify or completely change careers, friends or leave an unrewarding...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Life Coach, Certified Christian Counselor, & Educator; specializing in trauma recovery; social & emotional maladjustments in children, adolescents, and adults. I am experienced in helping clients heal from: childhood abuse (all forms), abandonment issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship recovery, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, career issu...
You have tried so many things to feel better about yourself but nothing is working long term. You feel frustrated, confused, and even overwhelmed. Your friends and family give you advice that doesn’t help and you’re left feeling like no one gets it. Life may even feel hopeless. You begin to ask yourself if something is fundamentally wrong with you. I get it. I’ve been there and so have many of ...
Our philosophy is simple; one size does not fit all. What works for you is what works. At Skeleton Key you can expect our experienced professionals to practice a non-judgmental, client centered approach to therapy. Our focus is on you. Your personal growth and wellness are the primary concerns. All of our Therapists utilize evidence-based modalities clinically proven to be effective, we will...
"My hope is to help you through the journey by coaching, encouraging, challenging, and supporting you through your next transition. I believe in having an open, authentic, and solution-focused relationship with you. I am passionate about helping you achieve your goals, regain control, and build trust that you can make the changes that you want. We all lead busy lives and it is important that yo...
Skip Hoggard is a highly-skilled eating disorder and trauma therapist with 20 years of experience working with adults and older adolescents (16+). Skip’s therapeutic approach with clients experiencing anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder involves taking a holistic view of health encompassing the body, mind, and emotions. Integrating all aspects of an individual’s thoughts, feelings, and...
Starting in 1973 I’ve worked at two on-campus crisis intervention centers; medical and psychiatric hospitals, an alternative education high school, ran a residential program and provided countless interventions in all forms of crisis. Since 2011 I worked through the ER of our local hospital, as a certified Recovery Coach for the ER, and a Substance Use Disorder Team, where I stayed current with...
IT'S NOT YOUR FAULT - Your nervous system has created a behavior pattern in an attempt to protect you from a perceived threat. I am a Breakthrough and Transformation expert. I use a combination of Polyvagal Theory, Somatic IFS (Internal Family Systems) Therapy, Traditional IFS and Coaching to help you understand and make changes to your body/mind/spirit response to STRESS. I strongly believe...
***-Accepting New Clients - limited spots left. I am privileged to be part of your support journey as you seek hope, health and recovery to various life challenges. I have over 27 years experience providing substance abuse and mental health services to a variety of populations including, but not limited to: adolescent forensic, school based communities, adult forensics, gambling disorders, seve...
By providing a sincere, trusting, and nonjudgmental relationship with my clients, we can build a relationship that will help the client achieve their goal. Personal growth is the goal, and therapy is a positive tool that assists us to identify our strengths, personal success, and the areas where we could benefit from growth. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I have o...
From the moment you walk through our doors, the shallow breath in your chest deepens. You feel all of your senses soothed in an atmosphere of mindfulness and healing. You begin to relax as you are greeted by our warm and inviting front staff. You rest in knowing that you will be supported and empowered by the tribe of providers and teachers that await you. We are a communal working space dedica...
Your mind matters. The mind- and the thoughts contained- determines a destiny. How badly do you want to address your compulsive eating? To what length would you go to rescue your relationship? What would it feel like to be free of your self-defeating thoughts? Using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and evidence-driven, proven strategies, we work to advocate and coac...
People should be accepted as they are. Issues, goals, and needs vary from one person to the next; therefore, co-creating the desired future of the client is essentially important. Joey's areas of specialization encompass treatment of individuals, families, and couples experiencing mental health and adjustment difficulties, such as stress management & anxiety disorders, depression & mood disorde...
If you are here searching for a counselor, then something has probably happened in your life to cause you suffering. And, I imagine, you would like something about that to change. Yet, so often you feel stuck! -- stuck in patterns of behavior that keep you entrenched in that misery. I want to help you get to the roots of whatever is causing you pain, to help you make peace with events in life t...
Would you like to let go of concerns about your weight and body image? Is emotional eating one of your primary coping mechanisms? Many women, across the life span, struggle with issues around food, their bodies, and self confidence. Stress, all-or-nothing thinking, and perfectionism, among other issues, can all get in the way of living more fully. I work holistically with women, as I believe th...
