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
"A year from now, you may wish you started today." - K. Lamb. It is normal to view the process of beginning therapy as daunting, however recognizing the need for help is a sign of strength and motivation. There is nothing harder than starting every day with the feeling that nothing is ever going to change and what's the use in trying? Therapy can and will help you address obstacles, create...
With the help of a hypnotherapist and integrative life coach, you can eliminate negative subconscious patterns, habits and behaviors. You can rid yourself of any doubt and fear that has plagued you, and instead find the joy and happiness you deserve. I am hypnotherapist and a holistic healer with more than 10 years of experience, and my focus is to help you find a higher level of consciousness....
Have your friends and family deemed you the "perfect" image of success, but you currently feel stuck? Is your name followed by a prestigious title(s) and/or credentials, yet, you continue to feel that "this is not enough?" Life is far more complex than what we achieve. My mission is to assist you with the inner work that will move you to the next level. Will you do what is uncomfortable if it...
I offer counseling that incorporates a variety of techniques, including dialogue and coaching, mindfulness-based approaches, sound healing (sonotherapy), yoga breathing, creative writing, and meditation. I specialize in supporting you through general life stressors, emotional challenges, depression, anxiety, spiritual/religious issues, eating/weight loss, and grief. If you are struggling with...
I appreciate how difficult and scary it can be reaching out for help, but you have already taken the first step by visiting my website. With my warm, non-judgmental and understanding approach, I will help you on your journey to understand the difficulties you are facing. I work with adults to successfully reduce stress, anxiety and depression; strengthen friendships and relationships at work an...
I love what I do and it shows. I care about each and every one of you and we do all that we can do to help. I listen and find out what is important to you and then individually customize treatment as to best meet your goals. I use treatments that are shown to be the most effective according to research. I also draw on experience of what I have witnessed work the best. I look forward to speaking...
Life can be tough. We all face times when we are overwhelmed by major life changes or decisions, or experience sadness or depression for long periods of time that can make engaging in work and social activities difficult. Past traumas can also affect us in ways we don't expect, requiring a little help to process. My practice uses a strengths based approach to work through challenges together. I...
Now accepting new patients. Have you been trying to find help for your eating disorder but due to finances you haven't been able to get the treatment you need? Alliance's Services will help with low fee therapy for those who are uninsured or underinsured. We treat all eating disorders and help with the co-occurring anxiety, depression, and other issues that go along with the struggle to recover...
Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva...
( English | español ) Hello! Please call me Yaro. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I have a doctorate in Psychology. I am also a professor and speaker for trauma and clinical topics. It is a difficult decision to seek therapy. My role as a therapist is to participate in healing wounds, restoring hope, and creating comfortable meaning from stress or painful experiences. If you are...
Hello, I am Dr. Tricia Rampersad. Therapy is an impactful investment in yourself, relationships and way of life. I use a psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioral approach when working with individuals. My passion is to help you overcome any unhealthy behavioral patterns, negative thoughts and personal challenges in your life. I believe that being a part of people's transformation towards positiv...
No matter the situation, everyone deserves a chance and a helping hand. Whether the person just needs to take that one, final step, or is just coming to the realization that major changes are needed, I can provide the assistance, direction and support required to make mental health an achievable goal. My ideal client has concrete goals that he/she is looking to reach with the help of therapy an...
A licensed psychologist practicing in Newton, MA., I have 10+ years of experience treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, cancer, cancer risk, and diabetes. Working with adolescents and adults, I utilize an integrative therapeutic approach, drawing on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and dialectical behavioral theories and techniques. Each treatment tailored t...
I believe that you have valid reasons to feel and act the way you do, even if those reasons are not yet obvious or known. I am particularly interested in the various relationships that impact your reality and the influence those relationships have on your daily experiences. These include, but are not limited to: the relationships you have with the other people in your life (your family, your bo...
Mavis Salazar is an interactive, solution-focused registered physiotherapist. Using traditional methods her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Using traditional and transitional methods, I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression,...
