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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 Bakersfield, Bakersfield Country Club, Csu Bakersfield, Downtown Bakersfield, or even Haggin Oaks, 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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Gabriel Ruiz
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You are the expert in your life and lived experiences. My approach to therapy is focused on creating a safe, brave, and affirming space. My goal is to provide an affirming space where we can build on the strengths you already have.


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You are the expert in your life and lived experiences. My approach to therapy is focused on creating a safe, brave, and affirming space. My goal is to provide an affirming space where we can build on the strengths you already have.

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I use various therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral (CBT), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), relational, attachment-based, psychodynamic, strength-based, person-centered approaches, and social justice.

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  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
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Emma Bridges
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conquer social anxiety, overcome performance anxiety, increase self-compassion, find fulfillment, make closer friends, unpack the impact from not-so-good parenting, build healthy relationships, set healthy boundaries, process trauma, and more.


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conquer social anxiety, overcome performance anxiety, increase self-compassion, find fulfillment, make closer friends, unpack the impact from not-so-good parenting, build healthy relationships, set healthy boundaries, process trauma, and more.

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I start every session with a grounding exercise to help you feel more relaxed as we get started. I'm a highly structured therapist, so you don't have to worry about any awkward silences with me. My goal is to put you at ease.

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  • Anxious Attachment
  • Attachment Styles
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism in Womxn or Femme Populations
  • Career Change
  • Developing Secure Attachment
  • Fears and Phobias
  • Gender Dysphoria
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Parent-Adult Child Relationship
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  • People Pleasing
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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  • Religious Trauma
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  • Test/Performance Anxiety
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Anushree Belur
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identify your strengths and values as we examine your inner critic, especially when the inner critic produces unhelpful behaviors and stress response. We'll develop healthy coping skills that work for you as you navigate life and embrace fully human.


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identify your strengths and values as we examine your inner critic, especially when the inner critic produces unhelpful behaviors and stress response. We'll develop healthy coping skills that work for you as you navigate life and embrace fully human.

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I center on addressing your needs and empowering you to live the life you envision - one that's based on your values and makes life worth living for you. While I bring in my expertise in mental health, you bring your expertise on being you.

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Work together on areas you want to work on while celebrating small achievements along the way, I got you.


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Work together on areas you want to work on while celebrating small achievements along the way, I got you.

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I take a collaborative/team-based approach while creating a safe, supportive environment.

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  • Depression
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Stella Dennett
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delve into the interplay between your lived experience, internal world, and aspirations that shape who you are to empower you with the awareness essential for cultivating a robust self-concept to navigate life from a grounded & confident place.


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delve into the interplay between your lived experience, internal world, and aspirations that shape who you are to empower you with the awareness essential for cultivating a robust self-concept to navigate life from a grounded & confident place.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is psychodynamic, rooted in depth psychology. I am to help you acquire effective coping strategies and deepen your relationship with yourself so you can increase self-esteem, and decrease anxiety and stress.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • College Students
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Family Conflict
  • Graduate Students
  • Grief
  • Identity
  • Life Transitions
  • Queer
  • Self-Esteem
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  • Social Anxiety
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