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
Children and Families have been my passion for the duration of my professional career. Specializing in services to Kindergarten to 8th grade, I utilize strength-based supportive counseling approach to overcome challenges within and outside the family system. As a current Certified School Counselor working at a progressive and diverse elementary school and a past Developmental Leadership Program...
I believe we all have a path and purpose in life. Sometime we need help to overcome obstacles that block our way. As a counselor, I thoughtfully utilize 30 plus years of experience as a counselor to partner with my clients to discover or renew their strength, courage and options to continue their life journey. I realize that one single method will not work for everyone. Therefore, we work toget...
I can help people suffering from Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia and Binge Eating Disorder. I am also capable of assisting patients dealing with anxiety and stress which often lead to these disorders. I like to include the entire family in a patient's eating disorder treatment process as it helps ensure greater patient success. I have a very definite clinical style which involves simultaneously allyi...
NOW OFFERING TELETHERAPY IN ADDITION TO OFFICE VISITS. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has been providing counseling services for over 20 years. I have worked with adolescents and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma and difficulties with their interpersonal relationships. I provide support while assisting Clients with understanding the barriers to their cop...
ONLINE SESSIONS AVAILABLE FOR ANYONE LIVING IN WASHINGTON STATE. You're overwhelmed by your stress & anxiety, and frankly by emotions in general. People may tell you that you are too sensitive, and you believe them. You hate that you feel so much all of the time. To protect yourself you work hard to "be normal." You try to keep your emotions in check by numbing, or over-doing, or holding yourse...
I believe in a compassionate and authentic approach to therapy with a strengths-based, holistic model. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and children's and family needs. I also treat depression, adjustment issues, grief, and other mental health disorders. I have training in trauma-focused CBT, family systems, mindfulness and meditation, as well as transpersonal counseling specialties....
Do you find yourself struggling with painful thoughts and feelings that take you further away from the life you want to be living? Do your worries and fears keep you stuck and longing for more meaning and richness in your life? As we move towards what matters most to us in life, uncomfortable & unpleasant feelings will naturally arise. I am committed to walking alongside you on your value-guide...
Whether this is your first time in therapy, or you are returning for a tune-up, I'm excited to meet you wherever you are on your journey. My clinical interests include helping clients cope with chronic pain, working with clients on acheiving their weight loss goals, and using different techniques to help clients manage anxiety, depression and other diagnoses that prevent them from living the li...
Alert: Our office is now offering Telehealth Teletherapy Contact our office for details. I believe in Person Centered Therapy where each person has the capacity and desire for personal growth and change. I use professional therapeutic skills, which include but are not limited to cognitive behavior therapy, existential therapy practices, DBT, Clinical Hypnosis, EMDR, and brief therapies. Eye...
Life is riddled with hardships, change, and growth. Some aspects of life may be more difficult to manage than others, which can result in various challenges related to one's mental and emotional well-being, often times impacting our day-to-day functioning. I'm here to normalize issues related to mental health, and to serve as a source of support in your efforts to work towards healthy mental an...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 10 years of experience in mental health and wellness. My passion stems from wanting to help others learn new ways of coping with their environment and garnering new skills to help manage current life stressors and hurdles. My belief is that from early childhood we learn healthy, and sometimes unhealthy, strategies to manage challenges. Coping...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! Kellie views the therapeutic relationship to be central to her work. She strives to create a safe space for her clients to work collaboratively toward their goals. She employs a strength-based approach to therapy, helping clients to recognize their strengths and abilities, therefore setting and achieving realistic goals. She recognizes the therapy process to be different ...
** Please note that only Telehealth sessions are offered at this time.** Loss is not just the death of a loved one. When a relationship or job ends, roles change, or individual's experience depression or anxiety, they may struggle with reconciling who they are as they navigate a new world. I work with adolescents and adults (12 and above) whose lives are affected by grief, depression, anxiety, ...
Hello, and congratulations and deciding to do something good for yourself! I am very seasoned psychologist with 3 decades of working in this field with all sorts of clients. I believe that every problem has multiple solutions and support you in finding the one that feels the most right for you. I have a great deal of experience in working with all sorts of trauma, childhood abuse, sexual trauma...
Welcome! First and foremost, I would like to congratulate you on showing up for yourself and beginning this journey of self-growth. After all, that is truly what therapy is about. I believe therapy allows us the opportunity to reflect through the different seasons of life and ultimately our relationship with ourself. Please feel encouraged for just beginning this process and imagine what the wo...
