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
I enjoy working with various client populations. It's highly rewarding to be a part of an individual, couple or family's journey towards greater joy and wellness. I love to see the growth and fulfillment that comes as we work through their presenting problems and discover their strengths, helping them to live more fully and increase their quality of life. I use an integrative approach, where I...
Hello, I am an experienced Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor specializing in treating Trauma, Chronic Pain, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, ADHD, Life Transition issues, and Stress. I am trained in IBSR, EMDR, DBT, EFT, and CBT and Yoga for Trauma. We can work together so you feel comfortable, using traditional talk therapy, Body/Mind approaches or a combination of the two. Most...
I use a person-centered approach to assist my clients in identifying their goals and paint an image of what they envision for themselves. My experience has been working with clients on both mental health symptoms and substance abuse issues. I have been working with in need families (adolescents and adults) throughout New Haven and Fairfield County with a variety of issues. Often, I treat client...
I love to help clients identify and break harmful patterns of behavior and work towards a healthier, more sustainable, balance that improves their lives. My style is compassionate, yet direct and transparent. I see problematic behaviors as coping mechanisms for underlying stressors/emotional experiences that need processing. I have extensive experience working with clients with eating disorders...
You are struggling. Your life isn't what you want it to be. We can help! We specialize in anxiety, depression, couples issues, addictions, sleep problems, concussion, ADD, and trauma. We are friendly and goal-oriented. I have 20 years experience working with adults, teens, and children. And, if you wish, we can also integrate neurofeedback training into our work together. Neurofeedback uses the...
My focus is on getting you to the place where Life Works and you Live from your Inspiration in a way that leads you to Total Independence and Freedom. The work I do is brief, effective, efficient, Useful, All Encompassing and Lasting while imparting Empowering Life Strategies and Resources that are learned in the process, often in One Easy and Painless session. Tap website on the left and disco...
Seeking therapy can often be a difficult decision and can create anxiety and ambiguity about what the process will entail. However, Dr. Khanchandani functions from the foundation for a positive experience in therapy which first begins with establishing a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. Doing so, can encourage positive growth towards goals. Therapy is facilitated with transparency ab...
Therapy is a process, it is a critical journey of introspection in a supportive way. I truly believe that all of my clients have the "road map" to get to where they want to go. I see myself as a tool to help offer support and guidance. I am committed to providing client centered care and I view you as the expert of your life. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in the...
I commend you for your courage and insight in taking steps to better the circumstances of your "life". What might you expect from our journey together? TO "R-E-G-E-N-E-R-A-T-E" 1.) a RELAXED, peaceful and safe environment to openly express your thoughts, concerns and problem solve issues; 2.) an EXPERIENCED, non-judgmental, compassionate clinician; 3.) GAIN new insights and perspectives; 4.)...
We are a counseling center with a team of both male and female counselors who can help you if you are suffering from depression, anger, OCD or addictions. We reconcile marriages that are headed towards divorce by: (1) Teaching husbands and wives how to communicate with each other without it leading to the same old argument. (2). Healing the hurts and wounds from the past that lead to the same o...
Feel like life has you down? Like your world is spinning and you don't know where to start first? My goal is to give you the skills to utilize outside of my office in your daily life. I work with those dealing with anxiety; depression; trauma related issues (PTSD); transitional times such as divorce or job loss; couples (both premarital and marital) and adolescent issues. I have been working in...
Amy Harper has worked with countless women and couples on resolving martial conflict and crafting their ideal lives and marriages. Using the best of what Eastern Philosophy and Modern Psychology have to offer, Amy helps women to cultivate insight and make the mental shifts necessary to ultimately transform their lives and marriages... without having to drag their husbands to couple's therapy....
Daniel N. Weiner received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the State University of New York in 1996 with fellowships at Rutgers, Brown, and Stanford Medical Schools. He served as Clinical Assistant Professor at Brown University Medical School for four years. He has been licensed as a Clinical Psychologist since 1997, and has worked in a variety of settings including an independent...
As a therapist in private practice for over 20 years, I provide an integrative perspective in a safe and caring environment. I work with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relational issues, addiction, trauma, and stressors that might feel overwhelming. My backround in addiction, teaching and counseling at both the high school and university level, as well as in-patient and out...
Mishelle Ortiz-Velez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with over nine years of clinical experience working with individuals, families, and couples. She recently received her PhD in Family Therapy, from Nova Southeastern University, and is passionate about using her continued education and experience to empower clients through the struggles they face. Dr. Ortiz has experience working...
