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
Footsteps is made up of skilled multicultural behavioral health professionals who are dedicated to the service of others and helping each unique individual reach their fullest potential. We partner with you to develop the skills needed to succeed. We are accepting new patients. Evening and weekend appointments available. MHN CalViva, Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal, and Fresno County Medi-Cal Accept...
I am a clinical psychologist affiliated with Harvard Medical School, with a private practice in the South End and Cambridge for children, teens, and young adults. I specialize in providing personalized care to individuals who are experiencing emotional, behavioral, and/or interpersonal challenges. I offer a collaborative, compassionate approach, utilizing evidence-based treatments, including...
In working with others, Laina's approach is holistic and client centered. The holistic approach allows a deep exploration of psychological, physiological, relational and spiritual aspects of your life. To be client centered Laina views each individual from strength based orientation and incorporates hope, encouragement, insight and guidance into each interaction. She believes the counseling...
My goal as a licensed psychologist is to help individuals, couples, families, and groups find harmony between what they "think," how they "feel," and what they "do" as they work through multiple life challenges and demands. Since its beginning, the vision of my practice has focused on providing culturally-sensitive mental health services to diverse populations exhibiting a full range of...
Change in life is inevitable. Sometimes you need a helping hand to navigate through some rough patches. Even though things are going well, you may be ready to push it to the next level. I will help you focus on strengths and goals to help you navigate the difficulties you may be facing and empower you to recognize the tools to help you achieve, breakthrough and thrive....
When did you last feel so alive that you wanted to slide across the room in your socks pantomiming that silly "Risky Business" song? I bet it's been a while. Sometimes things get gray in our lives and we don't notice for a long while. But, I bet you've noticed. I bet you're searching for something that will help you feel the joyful and alive again. Therapy can help. I have seen it again and aga...
Together Forever Ministries is committed to rescuing and restoring marriages, families, and individuals, by helping them find victory through a Christ centered life. Our mission is to keep marriages and families together. We are passionate regarding the health of families, making themselves available to individuals, marriages, families, churches, and corporations for the purpose of counsel and...
Dr. Hansen received her Doctorate of Clinical Psychology at the University of North Dakota. There, she was actively involved in several rural health initiatives helping integrate in-home mental health services along with outpatient health and behavior services. She completed both her doctoral internship and post-doctoral fellowship at the Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota where she...
Tri-County Behavioral Care is a premier private practice specializing in children, adolescents, adults and families. Our approach to mental healthcare centers around compassion for each person. We focus on the person as a whole and believe that access to quality, affordable mental heath is a right,not a privilege. The Tri-County Behavioral Care team stands together in our vision of empowering o...
Are you stressed, distressed or hurting? I have over 30 years of experience and knowledge to help you through your struggles. As a LPC I can show you the coping skills. As a retired psychiatric nurse (RN) I understand the mind /body connection (also medications and their effects). Oh, and I have a PhD from a well-known seminary if you're interested in the spiritual side of issues (no preaching)...
Clients find their success comes from within themselves once they begin to be honest with themselves about the issues causing problems in their lives. Counseling assists them to begin the process then it assists them through the process. Immediate appointments...
A Licensed Psychologist since 2004, I have specific expertise in child, adolescent, adult, couples, and family therapy. I have worked with over ten thousand children, adolescents, and adults. Additionally, I have expertise in conducting psychological evaluations for a wide range of purposes, such as forensic evaluations (defendant evaluations, victim evaluations, custody evaluations, disability...
Life is hard and sometimes we need others to help us find (or remember!) our own strengths and resources in order to deal with it. It's a privilege to walk alongside people as they gain healing, strength, and hope. I work with clients to identify their psychological, spiritual, physical, and social needs and work toward goals they set for themselves. COUNSELING specialties are listed in the sid...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, PhD, MFT with over ten years of clinical experience working with all ages to provide strategies and solutions to overcome general anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, panic, PTSD, phobias, depression, relationship problems, binge eating, weight loss, addiction, other self-sabotaging behavior, career and life transitions, grief, and parenting/family issues....
Life can get complicated and seem overwhelming at times. Counseling can become a helpful way to learn to manage better. As a licensed counselor, it my mission to work with you to better understand your struggles, learn new coping skills, and walk beside you to achieve balance and peace in your life. I offer counseling services to adolescents, adults, couples and groups. I work with a variety of...
