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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 Suffolk, the suburbs of Suffolk, other nearby places such as Newport News, Chesapeake, or anywhere else in Virginia, 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.

Start Body-Positive Therapy Today!

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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Hannah Andrews
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Step one, figure out what is fueling the grimy pond. A mentor once told me, “If you don’t know where you are going, how do you know when you get there?” Step two is identifying what you want your clear pond to look like.


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Step one, figure out what is fueling the grimy pond. A mentor once told me, “If you don’t know where you are going, how do you know when you get there?” Step two is identifying what you want your clear pond to look like.

Something to know about my approach is:

I like analogies... you are currently sitting in a pond full of grime and slime, no wildlife in sight, and the water is muddy brown. This is what life looks like following hard seasons, bad childhoods, or rough relationships.

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  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
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  • Veterans/Military Families
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collaborate to address your goals in counseling which may include sensitive areas such as autism, religious concerns, sexual & gender identities, unwanted sexual behaviors, complex family relationships, or general mental health concerns.


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collaborate to address your goals in counseling which may include sensitive areas such as autism, religious concerns, sexual & gender identities, unwanted sexual behaviors, complex family relationships, or general mental health concerns.

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I specialize in offering short-term care designed to provide you with the skills, insights, and resources needed to begin making meaningful changes now instead of after months or years of therapy in a safe supportive therapeutic relationship.

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  • ADHD Testing
  • Autism Testing
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Dr. Emily Price
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Get to the root of your problems by uncovering patterns that keep you stuck, get in touch with your feelings, needs, and boundaries, increase your self-acceptance, deepen your relationships, and identify and go after what you want most out of life.


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Get to the root of your problems by uncovering patterns that keep you stuck, get in touch with your feelings, needs, and boundaries, increase your self-acceptance, deepen your relationships, and identify and go after what you want most out of life.

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I take an active, research-driven approach to identify why you are hurting, lost, numb or overwhelmed, bring you the relief you need, and create lasting changes that make you more satisfied with yourself, your relationships, and your life.

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  • Infertility
  • Motherhood
  • Postpartum
  • Relationships
  • Starting College
  • Young Adults
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Erin Severe
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Work together to develop treatment goals that are tailored to your unique needs and lifestyle. We can achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.


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Work together to develop treatment goals that are tailored to your unique needs and lifestyle. We can achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.

Something to know about my approach is:

I work with you to meet your needs using a Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) approach and utilize my advanced training in the Gottman Method as well as Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) for working with couples navigating their relationship.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Couples
  • Divorce and Separation
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  • Trauma
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