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It's not uncommon to struggle with body image issues at one time or another - most of us do. But it’s what you do about it that really matters. If you’re working on cultivating a positive body image, that’s fantastic! Yet, everyone can use a little help every now and again.

A body-positive therapist is a great resource you can use to build a better relationship with your body. Whether you are located in downtown Chesapeake, Butts Station, Deep Creek South, Great Bridge East, or even Indian River, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

How a Body-Positive Therapist Can Help

Whether you’re seeking therapy for a mental disorder, crisis intervention, or to address body image issues, there are many benefits to using a body-positive therapist, including:

  • Self-esteem-boosting encouragement when you’re having negative feelings about your body.
  • A safe space where you are free to convey your feelings and better understand the impact of social messages about how you should look.
  • Helpful tips, coping methods, and affirmations to cope with self-esteem and body-consciousness.

For an example of how a body-positive therapist can help, read licensed therapist Brianna Ramon’s tips for fighting back against body-shaming culture.

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Finding a body-positive therapist is easy if you use Mental Health Match. Start by browsing body-positive therapists and counselors below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Danielle McDowell
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Do the hard work to uncover what led you to therapy and commit to doing the work to change the outcome of your relationship. Danielle will guide when necessary and ensure you have the skills to move forward with your goals.


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Do the hard work to uncover what led you to therapy and commit to doing the work to change the outcome of your relationship. Danielle will guide when necessary and ensure you have the skills to move forward with your goals.

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I believe that there are no cookie cutter approaches to solutions and each couple (client) should have the opportunity and safe space to create what is healthy on their unique terms.

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  • Anxiety
  • Couples
  • Depression
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Premarital Counseling
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Dr. Nichole Vincent
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Embrace ADHD's uniqueness + explore its strengths, ease anxiety, surf the waves of grief, build fulfilling relationships + foster healthier attachments. Let's navigate challenges, discover new insights + create a more fulfilled life!


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Embrace ADHD's uniqueness + explore its strengths, ease anxiety, surf the waves of grief, build fulfilling relationships + foster healthier attachments. Let's navigate challenges, discover new insights + create a more fulfilled life!

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Partner with me to tailor a roadmap for your specific areas for growth. Explore effective communication tools, gain insights into emotions, align with your desires desires, and celebrate each step towards progress feeling more empowered.

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  • Acute Grief
  • ADHD in Womxn or Femme Populations
  • Adult ADHD
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  • Life Balance
  • Life Changes
  • Moving and Relocation
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  • Relationship Distress
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  • Self-Compassion
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  • Self-Worth
  • Situational Grief
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  • Trauma
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Brittney George
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Therapy should involve collaboration and consent; the client has a right to both be a recipient as well as a influencer within the therapeutic relationship. My job is to act as guide while you are empowered to tackle both inner & outer barriers.


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Therapy should involve collaboration and consent; the client has a right to both be a recipient as well as a influencer within the therapeutic relationship. My job is to act as guide while you are empowered to tackle both inner & outer barriers.

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From Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Therapy and Trauma-Sensitive mindfulness practices, to the creative arts, and attachment-based systems work, I love to make my methods as individualized/special as those who seek my services.

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  • Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents
  • Anxiety
  • Black and African American Issues
  • Boundaries
  • Career Counseling
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Depression
  • Friendships
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
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  • Relationships
  • Religious Trauma
  • Sexual Issues
  • Spiritual Trauma
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Leda Kaveh
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Draw on integrative & holistic therapy approaches to best meet your goals. We will address daily obstacles, unconscious emotional challenges & learn to confront our negative thoughts with internal strength and authenticity.


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Draw on integrative & holistic therapy approaches to best meet your goals. We will address daily obstacles, unconscious emotional challenges & learn to confront our negative thoughts with internal strength and authenticity.

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I provide a comfortable & collaborative environment where you can take risks & explore different ways of thinking, feeling & being. I aim to help you understand your difficulties, learn to cope, and to ultimately live an authentic & fulfilling life.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Body Image
  • Career
  • Childhood Issues
  • Children
  • Chronic Illness
  • College Students
  • Couples
  • COVID-Related Stress and Anxiety
  • Cultural Issues
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Families
  • Family of Origin
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Loneliness
  • Mindfulness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Motivation
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Procrastination
  • Racial or Ethnic Identity
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Social Skills
  • Stress
  • Teenagers
  • Trauma
  • Young Adults
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Kilexyus Moore
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Depending on your needs I use a combination of insight therapy, behavioral therapy, and mindfulness to help navigate these difficulties and decrease feelings of shame, guilt, and loneliness.


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Depending on your needs I use a combination of insight therapy, behavioral therapy, and mindfulness to help navigate these difficulties and decrease feelings of shame, guilt, and loneliness.

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I support clients in reaching their goals, increasing their understanding of themselves and others, and healing by providing a supportive, safe, and warm therapeutic environment.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abuse
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Complicated Grief
  • Confidence
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Trauma
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
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