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
Hello! My name is Angelina. I go beyond labels to focus on the individual, taking a holistic, person-centered approach to treatment. I specialize working with individuals experiencing major life transitions, trauma, grief/loss and scary but exciting new beginnings. I help individuals discover the great wisdom and truth that they have already hidden within them! No matter where in your life you ...
PCA is a group practice that has been providing mental health treatment in the Baltimore area for over 40 years. Our staff of psychologists and counselors can work with a very wide range of disorders and demographics while providing exceptional therapy, testing/assessment, or evaluations that you or your family may need. We have male and female providers and accept almost all insurance plans. *...
It is my belief that the mind and body are inextricably connected to one another. So often we experience emotional pain when our bodies are struggling with illness or medical problems. As a psychologist, with specialized training in health psychology and geriatrics, my psychotherapy work emphasizes this mind-body connection. I seek to provide patient-centered, high quality care to all my patien...
I truly believe counseling is helping people to help themselves. I provide support and useful tools to assist clients in attaining their goals of personal growth and symptom relief. I enjoy working with clients from high school graduates to age 70. My primary focus of interest is working with clients who are motivated to seek short term therapy to improve their quality of life. My areas of...
Today I am here to look forward to assist you in finding the more positive you.I am more than ever work with the fees. During this time of our Pandemic. I am a pioneer in the Gambling Field. Please see www. findempathyhere.com Professional etc. Thinking in and out of the BOX as needed...
Due to recent COVID-19 events, I am offering online services. President Trump and our Georgia governor Brian Kemp are recommending telemental health services to maintain social distancing. We take care of our body, we need to take care of our mind too. Sometimes in life we need to be able to reach out to someone to walk through our issues and develop a plan. I care and know you can be all you w...
At Crossroads Psychological Center, we're here to help guide you as you continue your journey, providing you with the most current and effective treatments for a wide variety of mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I also provide comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological assessments for individuals with various problem...
"There are wounds that never show on the body that are deeper and more hurtful than anything that bleeds." - Laurell K. Hamilton, Mistral's Kiss. Hi, I am Jessica; a Trauma Specialist and Social Worker. I like to help others through difficult times and to improve lives.Stress can cause physical and mental symptoms that can be damaging to your life, body and mind. Life stress can bog us down in...
Making the decision to attend counseling can be a difficult one. Many times emotions are hard to control or even understand, while others in your life may not comprehend what you are struggling with. I understand the difficulties of expectations placed upon each of us to hide or suppress emotions. Together, we will work towards growth and positive changes in your life. Whether you are experienc...
I am a believer in possibilities and change. If you are someone who feels now is the time for positive transformation, or just simply feeling in over your head with life's curve balls. I would love to help with introducing the right tools for you for new opportunities and growth. I see individuals as young as 12 years old, along with adults in individual, couple, and family settings. I speciali...
I am a clinical therapist with 25 years of experience. I work with adults, families, couples and adolescent girls. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, as well as family systems issues such as parenting, abuse, divorce, military transitions, and aging family difficulties. I utilize a wide repertoire of evidenced based practices, as determined by each person's...
In my private practice I enjoy working with a variety of presenting concerns including anxiety, relationship issues, depression, loss, stress and life's transitions. I have a special interest in how clients manage vulnerability through disordered eating and body image issues. When life becomes overwhelming many turn to controlling food and body as a protective strategy. With compassion and...
It would be remiss of me to not acknowledge the concern on everyone's minds right now, COVID-19. Uncertainty abounds. It seems many people are going on with their lives and being quite creative in how they are dealing and coping with this real threat. However, for someone with chronic or pre-COVID-19 anxiety, depression, or other challenge, the constant threat can make it harder to function. Ma...
Dr. Amy Kay Cole holds a PhD in clinical psychology with expertise in the management of anxiety, trauma, mood impairment, and relationships. She specializes in the non-pharmacological treatment of anxiety disorders and depression. Dr. Cole views the therapeutic alliance as the primary agent of change. Therapy is a collaborative process which creates insight, confidence, and healing in clients...
I've had the fortunate opportunity to work with many people throughout my life. I started my career working with individuals with disabilities and fell in love with the field. After working on social science research projects that supported mental health I learned that working with people was my passion. I obtained my Master's in Social Work degree and began practicing psychotherapy. Taking the...
