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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 Palo Alto, the suburbs of Palo Alto, other nearby places such as Sunnyvale, Mountain View, or anywhere else in California, 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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Dr. Reena Becerra
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work on your goals, examine issues like communication style, upbringing, trauma history, boundaries, relations with others and adjust what needs to be looked at in a way that helps you to grow.

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All inclusive and tailored to YOU, specifically. Treatment is not one size fits all. I consider important factors in your life, such as: age, gender, sexuality, culture and environment and come up with a treatment plan that is best suited for you.

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Christi Dean
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Help you identify and heal outdated beliefs and patterns that may be getting in your way. We all have ways of being that we are here to outgrow. Let's find your path forward to a more fulfilling life.


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Help you identify and heal outdated beliefs and patterns that may be getting in your way. We all have ways of being that we are here to outgrow. Let's find your path forward to a more fulfilling life.

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I use an attachment-focused approach and EMDR to heal past wounds that might still be impacting your present life and relationships, while teaching regulation skills to help you better manage anxiety, depression, and nervous system activation.

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Alexandria Ayres
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explore who you are and learn ways to manage the difficult situations or symptoms impacting your functioning.

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that my overall style is to use gentle encouragement mixed with psycho education and person centered tailoring to meet your unique and specific needs.

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Tabitha Durr
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Explore what the right next steps are for you on your path. I will support you in building healthy and impactful coping skills help you move towards the healing you are hoping for. I am currently available for meeting with individuals and couples.


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Explore what the right next steps are for you on your path. I will support you in building healthy and impactful coping skills help you move towards the healing you are hoping for. I am currently available for meeting with individuals and couples.

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I want my clients to feel me in their corner and supporting them without judgement. My approach is collaborative and I'm an approachable clinician focused on our relationship as a strong foundation, my work is person-centered and trauma informed.

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Michael Alexander
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My areas of focus are how anger management, emotional regulation, racial trauma, anxiety management, grief and loss, LGBTQ+ challenges, relational concerns, and familial trauma have impacted you from being your full and loving self.


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My areas of focus are how anger management, emotional regulation, racial trauma, anxiety management, grief and loss, LGBTQ+ challenges, relational concerns, and familial trauma have impacted you from being your full and loving self.

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My approach is to utilize a dynamic and non-traditional approach to therapy. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based techniques, and the utilization of resiliency to bolster feelings of confidence while working in partnership.

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