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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 Chicago, Ashburn, Austin, Belmont Craigin, or even Bucktown, 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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Jelena Bulic Milenovic
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As someone who grew up in unstable socio-political circumstances and as an immigrant, I have reinvented myself many times, and I can help you do the same. I am a fierce fighter for social justice and a supporter of oppressed people.


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As someone who grew up in unstable socio-political circumstances and as an immigrant, I have reinvented myself many times, and I can help you do the same. I am a fierce fighter for social justice and a supporter of oppressed people.

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I am a bilingual (English/Serbian, Bosnian, Croatian) therapist. I offer culturally informed therapy and acknowledge individual, intergenerational, historical, racial, and social trauma. These traumas are often at the root of modern human issues.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Academic Issues
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Career Counseling
  • Children of Immigrants
  • Chronic Disease
  • Complex Trauma
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • End of Life
  • Immigrants
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Neurodivergence
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Women
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Special focus on ADHD presentations in mid-life adults, especially women. Neurodiversity-affirming and comprehensive approach, including Autism assessment. Please email for more info about psychological testing to see if we're a good fit.


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Special focus on ADHD presentations in mid-life adults, especially women. Neurodiversity-affirming and comprehensive approach, including Autism assessment. Please email for more info about psychological testing to see if we're a good fit.

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This practice conducts psychological testing and performs a variety of assessments. Please email directly with your referral question. Many evaluations can be done remotely, and because I'm part of PSYPACT, I can offer evaluations in many states.

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  • ADHD in Womxn or Femme Populations
  • Adoption Evaluations
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Assessments
  • Autism in Adults
  • Bariatric Surgery
  • Burnout
  • Career Change
  • Fitness For Duty Evaluation
  • Health Anxiety
  • Social Anxiety
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Dr. Maria Lise Flores 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 Caroli...
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Faye Williams
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learn, process, grieve, heal, and grow - and laugh too


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learn, process, grieve, heal, and grow - and laugh too

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that it is: Holistic, systemic, relational, and integrative Humanistic and collaborative Somatic and Attachment-based Trauma-sensitive, honoring client autonomy

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  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Complex Trauma
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Grief
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Disorders
  • Religious Trauma
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Kim Koehler
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I believe in empowering individuals to reflect on barriers in their lives, and uplifting the strengths they currently possess to overcome these barriers. Together we will analyze the changes you want to make, and the possible paths to get there!


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I believe in empowering individuals to reflect on barriers in their lives, and uplifting the strengths they currently possess to overcome these barriers. Together we will analyze the changes you want to make, and the possible paths to get there!

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I believe there is no one perfect approach towards therapy. We will collaborate to find the best path for you by highlighting your strengths, honoring the things you have survived, and creating realistic goals and steps for you to go out and try!

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  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Life Adjustment
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Stress-Related Disorders
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Explore connections & patterns from the past to address present concerns and examine the role that control and perfection play. We will work together to restore balance and embrace imperfection


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Explore connections & patterns from the past to address present concerns and examine the role that control and perfection play. We will work together to restore balance and embrace imperfection

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It is warm, casual, and conversational. We will build trust and connection all while diving into concerns and learning new skills and strategies. It is my goal to work with you to make sure that you feel heard and valued throughout the entire process

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationship Conflict
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  • Trauma
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