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
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS TO WAITLIST ONLY** I believe everyone has the ability to be their best self, but sometimes life's challenges prevent us from living the life we envision. Whether you are experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, feeling stuck in a difficult situation, or simply want a little boost to get you back on track, I provide focused, respectful and compassionate...
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I work with individuals, couples and families targeting a variety of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse, court mandated, transgender, divorce mediation, and other relational issues. My goal is to improve communications, interactions and boundaries, creating healthier family structures. With couples, I ac...
Shayda specializes in working with women, 18+. She uses a strength-based and holistic approach focusing on the whole self - mind, body, & spirit. Embracing a holistic view of human psychology, Shayda incorporates several modalities into her work including CBT, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, breathwork, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and mind-body medicine practices. She works with a w...
When relationship, mood, sport, or eating concerns arise, it is understandable to feel discouraged, isolated, and hopeless. With compassion and non-judgment, I will work collaboratively with you to achieve greater healing, peace, and freedom. I will treat you with dignity and respect as we explore factors that have contributed to undesirable patterns in your life. We will work together to...
Is there a secret part of you that you’ve spent your whole life trying to hide? Do you often feel lonely and hopeless in this world? Is there something you’re afraid of, or question your ability to face? Do you feel confused or terrified about a life-altering decision you need to make? You are not alone. Let’s work together to turn your darkness and your fears into your guiding light. I use art...
I am a professional licensed counselor with over 5 years experience in the state of Georgia as a mental health therapist. I have worked in many areas of mental health with individuals who experience/experienced anxiety/panic attacks, OCD, depression, trauma, physical/sexual abuse, parenting issues, relationship problems, various addictions (drugs, pornography, etc.), self-harming behaviors,...
Linda Childers is an individual therapist who pairs her dynamic energy with a gift of relating to clients to help them find their way. She pairs a strong intuitive sense with unconditional positive regard to help clients feel comfortable and at ease to explore life choices and enact positive change. Her strengths include helping clients uncover faulty thought patterns and discover new ways of...
CURRENTLY FULL AND UNABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS. Have you found yourself saying, "I've got to stop doing this", only to do it again? Do you feel stuck, unmotivated, sad, anxious, or are you plagued by painful emotions/memories? I've worked with hundreds of people who have struggled with similar concerns. Working together we've found ways to get unstuck and onto a path of increased self-esteem a...
I am a Neuropsycholoigst with 25 years of experience in treating patients with brain injuries. I treat children, adults, and geriatric patients who have experienced brain injury. Brain Injury can happen to anyone. Concussions from a motor vehicle accident, sports injury, strokes or dementia can affect people at all ages. At Neuropsychology & Counseling Associates, LLC my staff and I provide...
I believe our thoughts impact our daily function, whether with empowerment or limitations. The enjoyment I experience is through empowering others to reach their full potential and their goals. Primarily, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure, solution focused and psychotherapy. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I have 11 years of experience in...
Welcome! My practice is dedicated to providing a mind-body and creative perspective to the counseling process. Whether faced with trauma, loss, anxiety, eating problems, depression, a life transition or are seeking personal growth there can often be a sense of fear and shame about asking for help. As such, I am dedicated to working compassionately, non-judgementally and collaboratively with you...
Hello, I'm Heidi; a Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist living in Santa Barbara, California. After 25 years serving in the medical profession as a nurse, I've become attuned to people's physical, emotional and spiritual health. Today, I provide on-site therapy, specializing in healing from trauma, anxiety, addictions and depression. I've learned mental health is a balance between our biological...
In my practice, I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred and created in partnership with each client to foster safety, compassion, patience and a sense of curiosity. Together we can create an environment to explore your personal challenges, emotions, imagination, limiting beliefs, trauma and any other issues that come forward to be worked through. When a person actively engages the worl...
It's incredibly important to find a counselor you feel safe and comfortable with. In my experience, clients find it hard to open up in counseling if they experience the counselor as inauthentic. I remain genuine throughout the counseling experience in order to promote a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere with you. While I see the benefits of specific counseling techniques and interventions, I...
Please contact me personally to discuss your concerns. I work most often with families and have experience with children, adolescents, individuals, and couples. Educational and Psychological assessments can assist with the navigation of the educational care of children with disorders and disabilities, and are a big part of my practice. 941.740.2222 or [email protected] I also have...
