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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 Santa Monica, the suburbs of Santa Monica, other nearby places such as Hawthorne, Culver City, 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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Kari Del Real
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Identify the areas of your life that keep you feeling stuck and learn alternative ways of addressing stressors. I want you to take your power back and feel seen, heard, valued so that you can live the life you deserve.


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Identify the areas of your life that keep you feeling stuck and learn alternative ways of addressing stressors. I want you to take your power back and feel seen, heard, valued so that you can live the life you deserve.

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I provide trauma informed therapy to support people of all walks of life that are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and survivors trauma. I implement evidence based practices such as CBT,DBT,SFT but it depends on your needs.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attachment Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Children
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Marriage
  • Mood Disorders
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Premarital Counseling
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Separation
  • Teenagers
  • Trauma
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Claudia Oreegal
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I'm here to walk alongside you, to help you identify the root of your challenges and work together towards creating a balance in your life that works for you.


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I'm here to walk alongside you, to help you identify the root of your challenges and work together towards creating a balance in your life that works for you.

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I offer a safe space to process your emotions and experiences. I consider all aspects of an individual and implement a person-centered and culturally sensitive approach with individuals.

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  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Venessa Ramirez
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Utilizes a multi-theoretical approach to therapy to meet the unique needs of her clients. She utilizes narrative, cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, empowerment, person-centered, and mindfulness-based therapies.


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Utilizes a multi-theoretical approach to therapy to meet the unique needs of her clients. She utilizes narrative, cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, empowerment, person-centered, and mindfulness-based therapies.

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Provides supportive and restorative therapy for those impacted by grief and loss, stress, anxiety, depression, fear of the future or unknown, as well as sadness, regret, guilt and/or shame.

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  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Caregivers
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  • Hispanics
  • Latinos
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Men
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  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationship Distress
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Veterans/Military Families
  • Women
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Connor Kelly-Eiding
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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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  • Boundaries
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Creatives
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • Parent-Adult Child Relationship
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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.

Something to know about my approach is:

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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