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
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I have been working with adolescents and adults providing counseling or psycho-education in multiple settings since 2001. I have worked in classrooms, psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment facilities, outpatient centers, intensive outpatient therapy, and in-home therapy. Throughout my career, I have endeavored to be a compassionate, strength-based clinician who instills hope and...
Most of us are doing the best we can each day to get through the day, to complete every task required of us, and to try to find our own happiness. Sometimes, despite doing everything to the best of our ability, we still feel like we fall short, it isn’t enough, & we aren’t happy. Often moving toward the life we want means that we need to stop avoiding uncomfortable emotions & to stop acting out...
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A 10 year licensed clinician, working with children, families, individuals and couples. A cognitive behavioral therapist providing efficient and effective client informed treatment services. Certified in Aggression Replacement Training, Depression Treatment Quality Improvement, Triple P Positive Parenting. Also experienced in sports psychology, pre and post marital therapy and effective child,...
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The most important qualities to bring to psychotherapy are curiosity and openness. With these, through serious conversation, perhaps tears, and even gentle laughter, anyone is capable of healing him or herself. There is hope. In addition to dialogue during sessions, I emphasize wellness practices into care, with a particular focus on meditation and mindfulness. My areas of expertise include...
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Through a collaborative approach, I strive to help clients achieve their personal goals while providing empathy and respect as the foundations of treatment. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns. My specialties include treating anxiety disorders, depression, mood instability, relationship and marital conflic...
I help clients (children, teens, and women) become healthy, happy, responsible, motivated, and self-disciplined. I have over 25 years of experience working with children, teens, parents, and young adults. Having served as a teacher turned school counselor, I know firsthand how challenging these formative years can be for all involved (students, parents, and educators). I know that my client's...
I have a passion for being there for others in need. I love love and guiding others to succeed. My goal is to provide a space for others to enter and feel safe to shed the tough exterior and get down to the nitty gritty of self, acceptance and hopefully discover a path to achieve personal growth. I have 13 years of experience with serving in the community in both clinical and volunteer position...
