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
Seeking therapy can feel scary, but I believe it is a courageous and empowering step. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy and that therapy can be a means for personal growth. I have a family systems approach to my counseling, that is, I see how our upbringing shaped and molded us into who we are today. I believe that some of the difficulties we have with others is rooted in the...
Bilingual Therapist-- "Hi! I know it is not easy to reach out when you are feeling overwhelmed, emotionally distressed or experiencing a personal or family crisis. I can help you navigate a path of self discovery and find healing with a renewed sense of wellbeing. I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals who struggle in personal relationships, have experienced early childhood...
At Sage Creek Therapy we believe the relationship between the client and the therapist is the most important component of the counseling process. We do not believe in a "one size fits all" way of therapy. Everyone brings their own unique story and we work in a professional relationship with our clients to achieve the goals they set for themselves. We provide services for a variety of issues and...
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Heart-Centered Hypnotherapist. I treat individuals and couples. My life's work is to support others as they cross the bridge from a place of self doubt, victimization and crisis to lives full of awareness, personal responsibility and universal compassion. You have the answers within to transform your life; I'm simply a guide on your journey ba...
In my therapy practice (adults only) I work with individuals and couples to help build their life "tool-kits". I draw upon my diverse training as a Health Psychologist, Neuropsychologist and Yoga Teacher and incorporate both Western and Eastern philosophies and tools (cognitive-behavioral therapies, neuroscience, attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology. mindfulness/meditation, and other...
Are you ready to live your best life, but feel overwhelmed, stuck, and unsure how to manage your life, your relationships, and your emotions? Does life inauthentic and unbalanced? When life feels this way, it may seem like the whole world is collapsing around you. Remaining complacent won't change the situation. The first step is taking action to change things. Sessions will focus on...
I'm a Licensed Therapist & Certified Hypnotherapist specializing in anxiety, confidence, weight loss, and whole-body wellness. Are you wishing for the day when you can look in the mirror & feel confident in your own skin? Do you struggle with insecurities, self doubt or motivation? Or maybe, no matter what you've tried, you haven't been able to lose weight? Feeling good about yourself is NOT...
Change begets change (Charles Dickens). If you would like positive change to occur in your personal life, relationships, or to help foster it in children you love, I can assist you. Behavioral treatment includes Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We will work together to identify and change pivotal behaviors in order to achieve desired outcomes. People of all...
I hope to be able to add new clients soon! I work to support adults and youth of all different backgrounds and I tailor my counseling "toolkit" to support your individual values and wellness goals. As a graduate of the respected mental health counseling program at Lesley University in Cambridge, MA, my foundation is research-driven, while also mind-body focused. I am informed by five years as a...
I am a socially responsible practitioner, who respects and celebrates human diversity and difference. Trained as a generalist, I provide psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in working with emerging adults, ages 15-25, and individuals coping with various life transitions, self-harming behaviors, anxiety symptoms, disordered eating habits, self-esteem concerns, and...
As a psychologist, Barbara works collaboratively with individuals to help them explore what has led to current suffering and how to approach their suffering in ways that can lead to a more fulfilling life. She considers herself a generalist in that she works with many different presenting issues from anxiety, depression and grief to issues of life transition such as adjustment to collegiate lif...
We take risks when revealing the most intimate parts of ourselves to another human. This means the connection between client and clinician is key. We will likely work well together if you are seeking a collaborative and direct approach. We will "lean in" to your needs and goals together. My goal is for you to live with internal peace, and develop a deeper sense of self, so life can feel a bit l...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I specialize in creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals, couples, and families to become emotionally stable as individuals and in their relationships. I love helping others take personal responsibility for self-growth, which flows over into their friendships, marriages, and family...
The Trauma and Addiction Recovery Center serves individual clients and couples in getting their lives back after the impact of addictive behaviors and/or traumatic or painful events. The Center offers individual, group, couples and intensive outpatient therapy. Using a variety of modalities, we seek to meet clients where they are and help them achieve life-long change for themselves as well as ...
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a supportive and empowering approach to therapy that will create lasting change in my clients lives, help them manage symptoms and live optimally. When you or someone you love is in crisis, choosing to find a therapist is the best decision. My goal is to provide you with a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment. I provide support and healing to tho...
