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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 Hayward, the suburbs of Hayward, other nearby places such as Dublin, Fremont, 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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Melissa Klass
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Get curious! Why do you do that? Let's figure it out together. Often, behaviors that we don't understand (or like) were adaptive and resilient at one time. They kept us safe, but they frequently outlive their usefulness.


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Get curious! Why do you do that? Let's figure it out together. Often, behaviors that we don't understand (or like) were adaptive and resilient at one time. They kept us safe, but they frequently outlive their usefulness.

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That I trust you know what you need to work on. I don't have any agenda for our time together and I will meet you where you are during any given session.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Dating and Romance
  • Depression
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  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Relationship Distress
  • Trauma
  • Women
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Identify what needs to change or what is not working and together come up with solutions that are reasonable and attainable.


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Identify what needs to change or what is not working and together come up with solutions that are reasonable and attainable.

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I think it is very important to create a safe and secure space for you to open up and begin to do the work.

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  • Anxiety
  • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Sexuality
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Brian Polis
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Create a safe and non-judgmental space, where vulnerability is embraced and your voice is truly heard. We will work on developing insight to overcome the barriers that are preventing you from fully living life.


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Create a safe and non-judgmental space, where vulnerability is embraced and your voice is truly heard. We will work on developing insight to overcome the barriers that are preventing you from fully living life.

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Brainspotting & EMDR-trained, I approach therapy honoring your needs balancing empathic listening, validation, challenges, and psychoeducation, always holding your best intentions at heart to set you up for long-term success.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • Grief
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  • Relationships
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  • Suicidal Ideation
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Explore and release both the pain of the past and the fear of the future while strengthening your capacity to meet life’s challenges with a balanced mind and resilient heart.


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Explore and release both the pain of the past and the fear of the future while strengthening your capacity to meet life’s challenges with a balanced mind and resilient heart.

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My psychotherapy practice integrates psychodynamic, existential, Jungian, trauma-informed, neuroscience, meditative-based, somatic and depth approaches to psychological growth, emotional healing, and holistic transformation.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Artists and Creative Personalities
  • Attachment Issues
  • Coaching
  • Codependency
  • Coming Out of a Cult
  • Communication Skills
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Confidence
  • Coping Skills
  • Couples
  • Cult Abuse
  • Cultural Identity
  • Depression
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  • Existential Issues
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  • Forgiveness
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  • Gender Identity
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  • Interracial Relationships
  • LGBTQ+
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  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Nervous System Regulation
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racism
  • Religious Trauma
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  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Worth
  • Shame
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma
  • Traumatic Loss
  • Trust Issues
  • Vulnerability
  • Women
  • Young Adults
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Mary Dierenfield
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Figure out tangible ways to feel more regulated inside so that you can bring your true self forward. We will use mindfulness skills to grow presence, learn ways to be deeply compassionate with yourself, and embody your inner authority.


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Figure out tangible ways to feel more regulated inside so that you can bring your true self forward. We will use mindfulness skills to grow presence, learn ways to be deeply compassionate with yourself, and embody your inner authority.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am drawn to help clarify what is being said, from what desires to be said. My in depth orientation helps us to explore your inner landscape of self, especially the parts that are unseen and unspoken about.

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  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Perfectionism
  • Self-Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
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