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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 Richmond, the suburbs of Richmond, other nearby places such as Berkeley, Oakland, 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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Pablo Baeza Breinbauer
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get curious about your story and what drives you, observing and rewriting the narratives of the vastness of your lived experience, gradually learning to hold the wounds, and leaving lots of room for play.


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get curious about your story and what drives you, observing and rewriting the narratives of the vastness of your lived experience, gradually learning to hold the wounds, and leaving lots of room for play.

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I like to work relationally and narratively, bringing in a creative, conversational and strengths-based lens. I specialize in working on identity formation, values and self-esteem, especially around ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation.

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  • Adult Children of Immigrants
  • Artists and Creative Personalities
  • Immigrants
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  • Neurodivergence
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  • Trauma-Related Disorders
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Rebecca Kahn
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Process trauma, strengthen coping skills, identify how to maintain healthy boundaries, work through grief, improve communication skills, grow, laugh and cry together. We are now offering ESA letters, which is an out of pocket service.


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Process trauma, strengthen coping skills, identify how to maintain healthy boundaries, work through grief, improve communication skills, grow, laugh and cry together. We are now offering ESA letters, which is an out of pocket service.

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This is a group practice and we all have a casual, warm, comfy, easy going demeanor- sometimes we may even curse during sessions ;) We utilize evidence based interventions in a relaxed, Telehealth atmosphere. Leggings, dogs and babies are welcome!

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  • Adjustment Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Boundaries
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Support Animals
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set and move towards actionable goals. My goal is to make sure you're getting the highest value possible out of therapy. We'll use a combination of skill-building and depth work to challenge old patterns and give you tools to thrive!


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set and move towards actionable goals. My goal is to make sure you're getting the highest value possible out of therapy. We'll use a combination of skill-building and depth work to challenge old patterns and give you tools to thrive!

Something to know about my approach is:

I work predominantly with creatives, and love integrating art and story into my work with clients. If you're an artist, in the entertainment industry, or just want to incorporate more creativity into your life, then we're a great fit!

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Get you to understand the biological, psychological, social, cultural, spiritual aspects that shape your wellbeing, stop self-sabotaging, heal from trauma, and learn how to make decisions that are aligned with your values.


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Get you to understand the biological, psychological, social, cultural, spiritual aspects that shape your wellbeing, stop self-sabotaging, heal from trauma, and learn how to make decisions that are aligned with your values.

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I use different therapeutic modalities and work with my clients to find what works best for each individual. I emphasize somatic experience and offer EMDR therapy for those who are looking for a deeper nervous-system level healing.

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Grief Counseling helps you move through your grief and towards a life with more calm & peace. You will get you the new mindset you need to find your way through difficult feelings and situations that come up in grieving.


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Grief Counseling helps you move through your grief and towards a life with more calm & peace. You will get you the new mindset you need to find your way through difficult feelings and situations that come up in grieving.

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Sessions will provide you with the space to feel what you need to feel in a a way that is safe and comfortable. You'll be able to feel what you need to feel and focus on yourself without feeling selfish.

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  • Disenfranchised Grief
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