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've always wanted to incorporate animals into therapeutic activities. My family has 4 dogs and 2 cats, all rescues. I volunteer at APS of Durham and excited about bringing my love for counseling and animals together. Animal assisted therapy is generally with the therapist's personal animal, but we can meet in your home and have your pet with you if that's more comfortable. If you're considerin...
I believe you are the expert on "you" and your life. I am here to help you find the best you, to help empower you to help yourself, and to help you through times when you don't see your own strengths. My therapeutic practice serves children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I help clients with treatment of personal issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, PTSD, anger managemen...
Over the past 35 years, I've had the privilege of working with individuals in a multitude of environments from residential facilities to outpatient community mental health clinics. My experience has taught me the importance of respecting one's humanity through the use of a compassionate, nonjudgemental, and supportive approach. It is my firm belief that we all have the capacity for change. Ther...
TELETHERAPY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. Ideally, I want to create an environment that allows my clients to find their way, learn about themselves, and grow to be leaders in their treatment. The approaches I use give clients the ability to take the initiative, evaluate and then make a plan of action. Making the decision to enter into therapy is a challenge in itself. But in the end I want to meet th...
I have been trained as a clinical social worker, addictions counselor, and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. I utilize experiential methods of treatment, EMDR, and integrative techniques to help people reclaim their lives. In my practice I focus on helping those struggling with developmental trauma and PTSD, attachment issues, sex addiction, porn addiction, and drug/alcohol addiction. I work w...
My main mode of therapy is a humanistic approach. I seen through years of my work that people change when they are provided a safe environment where they can explore their own issues they're considering changing free of judgment. I use Motivational Interviewing to help people resolve their ambivalence about changing behaviors from alcohol, drugs, gambling, relationships, weight, and all health...
Sometimes we or a loved one can end up feeling lost - not knowing where to turn for help or support. Having someone to talk with, to explore your challenges with you can be an incredibly positive experience. I'd like to come alongside you, your adolescent, or your family to help you on your journey to your best self. I work with adolescents, adults and families. My areas of focus are adolescent...
I am a Christian, trauma-based therapist. I work quickly to discover the root issues of the symptoms with which you present, in counseling. While using a Christian world view, my approach to therapy is to utilize EMDR to heal past wounds, hurts, and traumas that may be impacting you today. We meet clients where they are and integrate spirituality as they feel comfortable. I am a clinical...
Life can be a struggle for children and/or adolescents with mental health illnesses, as well as for their families. I have a passion for caring for children and adolescents with mental health diagnoses and I work with families to develop individualized treatment plans. My goal as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner is to provide diagnostic assessments, education, referrals, and medication management...
Maintaining relationships, a family, a career, a social life, parenting, and self are responsibilities that can be overwhelming and stressful. It all feels impossible when a traumatic event throws life into imbalance. Death, divorce, natural disasters, car accidents, incarceration, substance abuse, and job loss are experiences that no person hopes for, yet are forced to deal with. I am here to...
Sometimes we all become overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, don't understand our feelings, struggle in relationships, or simply feel stuck. I offer a safe and supportive environment, to assist you in exploring feelings, difficulties, things that block you from being happy, and loving yourself. I understand one of the most important parts of therapy is to feel a safe and supportive connection with...
** Currently not accepting new clients. ** I believe you can promote wellness in your life. I have deep respect for the client's I work with and believe choosing therapy is a healthy act of growth. My style is to create a collaborative, respectful, and compassionate relationship in which we explore both your challenges and your strengths. I emphasize a whole-person integrative treatment plan...
I'm a faith-based counselor specializing in working with children, couples, and families. I've always had a passion working with children. I've worked with childhood and developmental disorders such as autism, attachment disorder, ADHD/ADD, Conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, separation anxiety disorder, and social communication disorder. As a therapist I build up expertise in how...
Life is full of transitions and they can be extremely difficult. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed, discouraged and like nothing will get better. Even when the transition is your choice - like a new job, going back to school or having a baby, it can feel like you will never settle into a new normal. That can be even more challenging when the transition is not your choice... divorce, chronic...
Have you ever felt as if your life has been or is being turned upside down? You may feel lost, broken and alone. It is not uncommon to feel sadness and disconnection. My passion is bringing healing to individuals who are experiencing some type of emotional distress. Counseling can seem intimidating and the decision to seek counseling is a courageous one. I believe that a strong therapeutic...
