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 specialize in evaluating and treating teens and adults with mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, and symptoms related to trauma, pain, illness, or injury. I also work with families and couples to resolve communication, relationship, or other issues. -- My goal is to develop an open trusting relationship to identify your goals. Research-based techniques, such as cognitive-behavior...
I assist people to increase self-esteem and a sense of what's possible, personally and professionally. I also assist people in letting go of bad habits, limiting beliefs and to recover from traumatic types of experiences. This allows for greater motivation to do necessary tasks and important projects. As a person lets go of ideas about themselves that have negatively affected how they feel abou...
Are you struggling with fear related to COVID? Break-up, loss, crisis, pain, depression, anxiety, and/or an addiction? Want to release physical/emotional weight? How about let go of your anger, unhealthy old limiting beliefs, shame, guilt? Rachel works with people of all ages & cultures as a therapist, life coach, & couples counselor. Rachel has over 18 years of experience in 12 Step Recovery &...
I believe we can build strengths that can help us face the challenges of life. Addressing emotional turmoil and behavioral difficulties, learning skills, building connections and healing creates more meaningful and happier lives. I am particularly passionate about helping youth develop inner strength, a more positive sense of self and more meaningful and healthier relationships. I love working...
People seek out therapy for a wide variety of reasons. Sometimes it's an overwhelming sense of loneliness or lack of direction. Often it's a result of major life changes, loss, psychological injuries, or specific issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, or grief. I offer a private, safe, and confidential environment for you to explore your concerns, find relief and to bring joy and passion ba...
Are you beginning to notice patterns in your love relationships? Is emotional attachment/availability a struggle to reach? Do you attract needy or selfish partners that do not reciprocate your love? Are you being told that you are the problem? These issues and many more are unfortunately the foundation of unhealthy relationships. If you are currently facing this or desire to heal from these...
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy in a warm, safe and supportive environment. I believe in identifying your strengths and feel it is important to focus on "what is working" rather than dwelling on all that is "wrong" in your life. I understand that therapy can be difficult and I will provide you with support, encouragement, insight, and guidance along the way....
Hi. I'm Jan Lee. I'm a certified Hypnotist ( since 2010) and a psychiatric RN with 34 years experience. My passion is Hypnosis! Hypnosis is a natural dynamic intervention for: anxiety, PTSD, fears/ phobias, low self esteem, bullying, addictions, obesity, pain, sports performance, etc. We go in and out of hypnotic states daily. As a Hypnotist, I guide you into that relaxed focused state and give...
So you are looking for a therapist and I am happy that you have found my page. I know this is not an easy decision for you to consider coming to therapy. Therapy is a very individualized process and finding the right therapist for yourself is important. I conceptualize therapy as a collaborative process in which the therapist and client(s) work together to develop treatment content and goals. I...
I have over 20 years experience helping people cope with difficult life transitions and heal from loss, weight and self-image issues, postpartum depression, new parent concerns, anxiety, depression, and sexual dysfunctions. I use an integrative approach by looking into a root cause of the problem and relate in a non-judgmental way. Together, I'll work with you to build coping strategies, streng...
Hello! As an affirming & inclusive therapist, I pride myself on providing a safe haven for clients of all orientations, cultures, backgrounds, and identities. My approach attends to social justice issues in our community. Many of my clients are active professionals, searching for meaning & direction in their lives. I work very closely with the LGBTQQIAAP+ community, as well as clients presentin...
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and encouraging them and giving them hope. I believe in balanced living and looking at how issues are effecting us emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. I believe in looking at things from a Christian Worldview but work with people from all viewpoints....
Do you want to change but feel stuck? Do you struggle with low self-esteem? Do you feel overwhelmed by your relationship with food, body image and exercise? I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist and eating disorder specialist and I can help. I want to empower you to take charge of your life. You can heal old wounds, end addictive cycles, and improve your relationships. By talking through...
Is being stuck in your house leaving you stuck in your head? Have you been told you worry too much, even given current circumstances? Are you constantly going to the worst case scenario? Does it seem like you've tried everything, and nothing is helping you feel less anxious, obsessive, or paranoid? I am trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) through the Beck Institute to address depression...
I am passionate about working with individuals and couples who desire more vitality, depth and richness in their lives and relationships. My work focuses on helping you liberate your unique self by working with patterns that keep you stuck or suffering; and then to transform these patterns by evoking a deep embodied presence in you. We will work collaboratively in a supportive, empathic...
