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
As a licensed clinical social worker I have experience working with individuals, couples and families. For the last 10 years, I have been working with foster and adoptive families using a trauma-focused approach. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, relationship complications, and parenting issues....
An ideal therapeutic relationship is built on trust and openness. I will work to build this relationship with you so that you feel that you can be open enough to trust me to assist you with your problems. Together, we can find a solution to your problem! I work with children and young adults often. This is a time period of great change for young people, as they figure out who they are. I would...
Starting psychotherapy is a brave step towards change. Finding the right psychotherapist can be challenging. In your initial consultation we can discuss the reasons that bring you in, what you expect to get out of treatment, and a plan that suits your needs. We can also discuss scheduling and fees. All with the goal of finding out if I am a good fit for you. I have expertise working with adults...
"The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination." ~Carl Rogers My approach to therapy considers that the mind and body are integral parts of a whole being. Achieving balance between these parts is an important component of the healing process and my goal is to help clients achieve this stability. Anxiety and depression can be unbearable and sometimes...
My clinical experience over the last 29 years has enabled me to develop effective treatments tailored to the unique needs of each of my clients. I am deeply interested in the individuals who place their trust in me and committed to finding the kind of practical and enduring solutions that truly enhance the quality of their lives. If you are struggling and feel ready to move forward to a more...
The services I currently provide include: management of depression and/or problems with mood and pervasive unhappiness; chemical dependency (alcohol and other drugs) and other kinds of addiction (including gambling and sexual addiction); debilitating anxiety and fears, including social phobia; issues and concerns specific to the LGBT community; Behavioral Medicine, including pain management as...
I approach therapy as a collaborative process aimed at helping you start a new path on your journey of life. I work with clients who want to make a healthy change in your life or seek help coping with new diagnoses. Often long-standing wounds of trauma, depression, or anxiety can get in the way. Together we can build your resources and resilience so that you fully realize your potential. I...
My name is Lia Cooper. I am a psychotherapist with double graduate degrees in Personality and Social Psychology and in Clinical social work from Rhode Island and Smith College. I have also completed doctoral course work from Simmons College. I have been in private practice for over twenty years. My philosophy about helping others is to be kind, direct and caring. I work with older adolescents,...
Please visit my website regularly to learn about new services and specials I am providing at myIPCH.com. I look forward to assisting individuals who are ready to make changes in his or her life. I am able to assist individuals working through mental health disorders, spiritual crisis, physical ailments, and emotional difficulties. I am also a published author with an e-book titled "The Great...
I don't believe in reinventing the wheel! My goal as a therapist is to work collaboratively with you to find a match between your needs and the interventions that psychological and medical research tell us will best resolve those needs. Choosing the researched intervention for your specific problem will help you experience relief faster and treatment will cost less in terms of time and money. I...
Deciding you need therapy can be a tough process. I want you to feel safe to explore emotional issues that feel overwhelming to you. I believe the counseling relationship should be one where you and I form real connection-and that this connection is where the foundation of healing can begin. If you're not feeling the connection with me, please don't give up finding therapeutic help! A good fit ...
Thank you for visiting my page. I work with individuals, couples and groups. I use a psychodynamic frame, however, I will meet the client with the therapeutic tool most needed. My goal is to provide a supportive and safe space which enables a transformational and healing experience that promotes self-understanding, self-compassion, differentiation, individuation and congruency. I work with clie...
I believe in embracing my client's strengths by allowing them to search within themselves for answers. In my practice, you will be in a welcoming, peaceful environment free from judgement and negativity. Clients will feel that their afflictions are heard and validated and most importantly, they will learn coping skills to deal with their issues and every day life. My specialties are working wit...
The initial phone call or email to a therapist can sometimes feel like a daunting first step, and I aim to greet you with warmth and compassion. I view therapy as a journey of self discovery and a safe place to explore the relationship you have with yourself and others. I look forward to walking you through the process of getting started and finding a treatment that works best for you. Some of ...
