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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 Washington DC, Anacostia, Ballston, Bluemont, or even Brentwood, 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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Lou Sanfillipo
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Create the safe relationship needed to work through the craziness that is life. I have a love for creating safe space for folx that often find it elusive, particularly those who identify as gender, sexuality, or relationship diverse (GSRD).


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Create the safe relationship needed to work through the craziness that is life. I have a love for creating safe space for folx that often find it elusive, particularly those who identify as gender, sexuality, or relationship diverse (GSRD).

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Flexibility: People are so different. Every experience and every belief shapes the lens through which we view the world. This is why I stay flexible and keep an ever-growing clinical toolbox so that I can have as many options for clients as possible.

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  • Alternative Relationships
  • Gender Transition in Families
  • Kink
  • Polyamory
  • Sexuality
  • Sex Workers
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Ryan Wright
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It is easy to lose hope when hard-to-solve obstacles get in the way of your expectations. I can help you gain the motivation, perspective, and joy that you seek. The way you experience life matters. Hope is here, let's talk through your challenges.


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It is easy to lose hope when hard-to-solve obstacles get in the way of your expectations. I can help you gain the motivation, perspective, and joy that you seek. The way you experience life matters. Hope is here, let's talk through your challenges.

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My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and evidence-based. I have a combination of theoretical perspectives, techniques and exercises that are designed to make you a happier person. My small caseload allows for more personalized service.

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  • Addictions
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Mental Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Schizophrenia
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Allison Kirsch
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We will work together to develop a treatment plan that is personalized to you. We will check in frequently on treatment progress and I will stay flexible to changing and expanding the approach as needed to best meet your needs.


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We will work together to develop a treatment plan that is personalized to you. We will check in frequently on treatment progress and I will stay flexible to changing and expanding the approach as needed to best meet your needs.

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I integrate mind- and body-based approaches to help you explore areas for personal growth. I believe you are the expert on yourself and I am your partner in helping you process, uncover your strengths, and move towards your life goals.

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  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Dynamics
  • Life Transitions
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma
  • Women’s Health
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Naomi LeVine
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Explore what is or isn't working for you with compassion and non-judgment, identify coping skills for unhelpful thoughts and feelings, and use your values to make decisions that allow you to grow into the person or partner you want to be!


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Explore what is or isn't working for you with compassion and non-judgment, identify coping skills for unhelpful thoughts and feelings, and use your values to make decisions that allow you to grow into the person or partner you want to be!

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I see the therapy process as a collaboration--we are working together to build something that works for you!

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  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Couples
  • Life Transitions
  • Premarital Counseling
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Alina Khomenko
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Learn about your symptoms to develop a personalized treatment plan to move you toward recovery. I will teach you skills needed to reduce your OCD and anxiety symptoms. We will also monitor your progress to make sure you are seeing the change you want


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Learn about your symptoms to develop a personalized treatment plan to move you toward recovery. I will teach you skills needed to reduce your OCD and anxiety symptoms. We will also monitor your progress to make sure you are seeing the change you want

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I provide evidence-based treatment including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Habit Reversal Training, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I work on teaching you skills needed to address your presenting concerns.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Dermatillomania/Skin Picking/Excoriation
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Attacks
  • Tourette Disorder
  • Trichotillomania/Hair Pulling
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Alina Khomenko remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Nor...