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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 Des Plaines, the suburbs of Des Plaines, other nearby places such as Glenview, Mount Prospect, or anywhere else in Illinois, 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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Find new ways to address the suffering that brings a child & their family or an adult to speak with me, talking about what can't be talked about elsewhere and pursuing what gives you life, what allows for the next steps to be taken on your pathway.

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I am interested in the unique way children & adults express their troubles: in bodily expressions, turns of phrase, slips of the tongue & dreams, exploring how they build relationships with others and those important endeavors in their lives.

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Work collaboratively in the areas where you feel immobilized or burdened, uncover unnoticed behavioral patterns, and discover fresh approaches to your challenges, boosting your self-assurance and confidence.

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Our initial meetings focus on creating a comprehensive plan to meet your goals. I guide you in altering your thought patterns to diminish the influence of fears, enabling you to enhance your connections with others and increase your meaning in life.

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help you understand yourself better, clarify your values and make strides towards your desired life.

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I am trained in many modalities, including ACT, DBT, and CBT, and utilize the approaches that work best for you. I am passionate about body liberation and work from a health at every size (HAES) framework.

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Develop a holistic understanding of your current challenges and life experiences. We will then establish a plan to learn new tools and practice new behaviors that can help you create the life you want.


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Develop a holistic understanding of your current challenges and life experiences. We will then establish a plan to learn new tools and practice new behaviors that can help you create the life you want.

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I believe positive change occurs from a combination of new insights, shifts in thoughts and perspectives, changes in behaviors, and healing experiences. My clinical approach fosters changes in each of these areas to help you reach your goals.

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highlight how you're doing the best you can with the skills you have, as well as identify achievable goals to help you build a life that feels meaningful to you.


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highlight how you're doing the best you can with the skills you have, as well as identify achievable goals to help you build a life that feels meaningful to you.

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that I blend styles and treatment modalities. Our sessions will likely combine "going with the flow" of what you would like to talk about, with how to acquire additional tools and perspectives to help you achieve your goals.

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