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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 Luis Obispo, the suburbs of San Luis Obispo, other nearby places such as Lompoc, Hanford, 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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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.

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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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Unravel the trauma, limiting beliefs and outdated narratives about yourself that are keeping you stuck and in suffering. I can help you to remove the barriers to living a life of authenticity, purpose and health in mind and body.


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Unravel the trauma, limiting beliefs and outdated narratives about yourself that are keeping you stuck and in suffering. I can help you to remove the barriers to living a life of authenticity, purpose and health in mind and body.

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I work holistically, drawing from somatic modalities, IFS, Hakomi, psychodynamics and mindfulness. I balance coming from a place of compassion and challenging you to grow.

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Work towards your goals, possibly around issues related to trauma, anxiety, and/or grief. Explore existential themes, navigate life transitions, delve into issues related to identity, build secure attachment and healthy relationships.


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Work towards your goals, possibly around issues related to trauma, anxiety, and/or grief. Explore existential themes, navigate life transitions, delve into issues related to identity, build secure attachment and healthy relationships.

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My approach to therapy is relational and client-centered. My goal is to create a non-judgmental environment that encourages curiosity, connection, and a spirit of exploration. I am trauma-focused and trained in EMDR.

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Explore your lived experiences and what makes you unique. We will identify your needs and strategies to ensure they are being expressed and met. We will develop and practice tools to manage anxiety, depression, and trauma.


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Explore your lived experiences and what makes you unique. We will identify your needs and strategies to ensure they are being expressed and met. We will develop and practice tools to manage anxiety, depression, and trauma.

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While we will address topics that can vary in heaviness, severity, or seriousness, I do my best to bring levity to our process. I am committed to building a space that can hold the solemn and celebrate the joyous.

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We will work together to find healthier approaches to life's challenges, process the past, and gain greater control over the present. Change is always possible but it doesn't happen without action. Together, we will take action.


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We will work together to find healthier approaches to life's challenges, process the past, and gain greater control over the present. Change is always possible but it doesn't happen without action. Together, we will take action.

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You set the goals. I provide information and insight. Together we assess what's working for you and what's harming you. We move with intention towards your goals.

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