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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 San Jose, Almaden Valley, Berryessa, Blossom Valley, or even Burbank, 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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Lauren Miller
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Work towards easing emotional suffering, knowing yourself more deeply, identifying patterns that no longer serve you, setting boundaries, and understanding your needs. Change becomes possible with support and collaboration.


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Work towards easing emotional suffering, knowing yourself more deeply, identifying patterns that no longer serve you, setting boundaries, and understanding your needs. Change becomes possible with support and collaboration.

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I practice from a Psychodynamic orientation which focuses on how our early experiences with our caregivers shape our view of ourselves, others, and the world. Through exploring underlying conflicts, we can work together to make meaningful changes.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Depression
  • Relationship Distress
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma
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Amanda Hagos
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I partner with clients and families to rekindle joy and peace in their lives by increasing coping skills. For those struggling with disordered eating, I partner to support them in developing body acceptance and a return to nourishment.


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I partner with clients and families to rekindle joy and peace in their lives by increasing coping skills. For those struggling with disordered eating, I partner to support them in developing body acceptance and a return to nourishment.

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My approach is warm and I strive to partner with youth and families to provide additional support and tools in my in-person and virtual sessions. I invite my families and clients to try something new in a safe, supported, and nonjudgmental setting.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anorexia
  • Anxiety
  • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
  • Body Acceptance
  • Body Image
  • Eating Disorders
  • Teen Depression
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Map in Fremont, California for Amanda Hagos therapy location.
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Sam Naimi
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In our therapy room, we'll go beyond just "how does that make you feel?" We'll dive into your inner landscape, exploring the hidden forces shaping your life. Think Jungian spelunking, but with laughter, tears, and the occasional existential scream.


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In our therapy room, we'll go beyond just "how does that make you feel?" We'll dive into your inner landscape, exploring the hidden forces shaping your life. Think Jungian spelunking, but with laughter, tears, and the occasional existential scream.

Something to know about my approach is:

my therapy isn't just a chat with a shrink. We dive deep into your psyche, uncovering the hidden "why" behind your behaviors. Sessions can entail anything between insight-oriented talk to dream analysis to deep somatic work.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Dissociation
  • LGBTQ+
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
  • Young Adults
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Paulina Chavez Medina
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I am here to provide a different perspective, a listening ear, and validation. I will add some sarcasm and dark humor because, let’s be real, this journey is difficult enough without being able to laugh about it.


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I am here to provide a different perspective, a listening ear, and validation. I will add some sarcasm and dark humor because, let’s be real, this journey is difficult enough without being able to laugh about it.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am trained in many things as to better support you in this journey, to name a few of my favorites are EMDR, Trauma Resilience Model (somatic work), Trauma Focused-CBT, Motivational Interviewing and Perinatal Mental Health.

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  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Immigrants
  • Parenting
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
  • Postpartum
  • Trauma
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Lauren Cook
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build insight, get curious, and help you grow outside of our sessions to see real changes in your life. We'll focus on the future and help you make positive changes that impact your life in the direction you intentionally want to go.


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build insight, get curious, and help you grow outside of our sessions to see real changes in your life. We'll focus on the future and help you make positive changes that impact your life in the direction you intentionally want to go.

Something to know about my approach is:

I'm not a therapist who sits back and expects you to talk the entire time. Of course, if that's what you need--then I'm here to listen! But if you're looking for a collaborative and engaging therapist, then we'll be a great fit.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Anxious Attachment
  • Attachment Styles
  • Fears and Phobias
  • Healing From Relationships
  • Mother-Daughter Relationships
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
  • Pregnancy
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationship Distress
  • Relationship Skills
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