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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 Dolton, the suburbs of Dolton, other nearby places such as Calumet City, Harvey, 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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Sometimes we will laugh - sometimes we will cry. We will work together to get you where you want to be.

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I will offer you a safe place to be your authentic self. There is nothing you could say that will scare me. I will always be honest with you which includes calling you out when I see something can be done differently.

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Process overarching themes in your life, establish healthy coping tools, and work on acceptance.

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I utilize a psychodynamic approach, with a person-centered focus. As your therapist my priority will always be to create a safe environment that encourages your autonomy and wellness.

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  • Depression
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explore your inner landscape, uncover patterns and narratives that shape your experiences; and work towards cultivating resilience, fostering self-compassion, and empowering you to create meaningful change in your life.


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explore your inner landscape, uncover patterns and narratives that shape your experiences; and work towards cultivating resilience, fostering self-compassion, and empowering you to create meaningful change in your life.

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I incorporate a multitude of modalities into my work because I aim to address the multidimensional aspects of human experience, encompassing the mind, body, and spirit.

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Madison Skerritt
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build skills in navigating systemic oppression, identity, trauma, relationships, mental health issues, chronic pain and self-esteem. We will work towards empowerment through building self-awareness, compassion and nourishing the mind body connection.

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I approach therapy through a non-pathologizing, trauma-informed, and harm reduction lens and understand that the client is the expert of their own experience. I view the clinical relationship as a tool for healing.

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I assists clients in empowering themselves by building skills, promoting insight, and gaining confidence to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

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I like to collaborate with my clients to provide a safe and disarming space. I strive to harness my clients with potential to facilitate growth through healing past trauma, and working through current challenges.

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  • Adults
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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  • Body Image
  • Childhood Trauma
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  • Eating Disorders
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  • Negative Self-Talk
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  • Young Adults
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