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If you’ve previously struggled with social norms about weight and body-image, a fat-positive therapist can help. The Fat Acceptance Movement, founded on body positivity, inspires others to accept and even celebrate their fatness. However, seeing others love themselves is not always enough.

It could take help from a licensed, professional fat-positive therapist to help you improve your self-esteem and empower you to fully embrace and love your body just as it is. Whether you are located in downtown Gardena, the suburbs of Gardena, other nearby places such as Hawthorne, Redondo Beach, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Benefits of a Fat-Positive Therapist

Most therapists are equipped to help you sort through common problems like depression, anxiety, and PTSD. But when you’re fat, there’s a possible element of shame and social anxiety that can take over and effect your therapy experience.

In addition to providing traditional behavioral health treatment, a fat-positive therapist can provide:

  • A non-judgemental haven for you to articulate your feelings and problems.
  • Encouragement to improve your self-esteem and love yourself the way you are.
  • Practical methods and tips to help you cope with social stigma and anxiety.

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

Love Yourself with a Fat-Positive Therapist

Don’t let shame, low self-esteem, or social expectations drive you. Instead, see a fat-positive therapist to help you love yourself and your body. With Mental Health Match, finding a qualified fat-positive counselor or therapist is easy! Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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One of the greatest things about Brainspotting is that one can process just about anything using it. One can work on a specific issues such as anger towards someone or a more general issue such as a sense of not feeling good enough.


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One of the greatest things about Brainspotting is that one can process just about anything using it. One can work on a specific issues such as anger towards someone or a more general issue such as a sense of not feeling good enough.

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Working from a bottom-up approach, clients process issues to obtain healing in their brain and body which leads to change in their psychology versus trying to change their psychology via talk, which is the top-down approach.

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We will collaborate to identify and work towards the changes you want to see, brainstorm ways to overcome patterns you feel stuck in, and support you in gaining the insight needed for progress. We will identify and celebrate each moment of progress.


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We will collaborate to identify and work towards the changes you want to see, brainstorm ways to overcome patterns you feel stuck in, and support you in gaining the insight needed for progress. We will identify and celebrate each moment of progress.

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My therapeutic approach is relational, strength-based, and trauma-informed. I bring empathy, humor, and a nonjudgmental approach to the therapy space. I use a holistic perspective to the work that allows for shared exploration.

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Together, we'll explore strengths, understand your relationship goals, and develop tools for improved connections. Our shared focus is on personal growth, navigating obstacles, and fostering your journey to self-discovery and well-being.


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Together, we'll explore strengths, understand your relationship goals, and develop tools for improved connections. Our shared focus is on personal growth, navigating obstacles, and fostering your journey to self-discovery and well-being.

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I use a holistic perspective and recognizing the mind-body connection, I craft a unique plan for lasting positive change, actively engaging in your journey. We will work on plan that will be sustainable.

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I firmly believe that each individual has the inner strength and power to heal fully, and my role is to help empower you in that process. I am looking forward to supporting you in your journey toward personal growth and wholeness.


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I firmly believe that each individual has the inner strength and power to heal fully, and my role is to help empower you in that process. I am looking forward to supporting you in your journey toward personal growth and wholeness.

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My therapeutic approach is rooted in compassion-focused, person-centered, and strength’s-based perspectives. I view therapy as a collaborative process, where you are the leader of your treatment, as you are the expert of your own life.

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My passion lies in assisting individuals from diverse backgrounds facing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, stress, life transitions, relationship struggles, survivors of abuse, and much more.


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My passion lies in assisting individuals from diverse backgrounds facing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, stress, life transitions, relationship struggles, survivors of abuse, and much more.

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Clients can expect a collaborative, nonjudgmental atmosphere where we explore challenges, chanllenge negative thought patterns, and cultivate positive change together.

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