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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 Itasca, the suburbs of Itasca, other nearby places such as Addison, Elk Grove Village, or anywhere else in Illinois, 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.

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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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Ariel Ferguson, Psy.D.
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Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.


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Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.

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I start each session with "what is present with you today?". I genuinely care about your wellbeing and want to know how I can support you. We will identify goals, explore current stressors, and work together towards your personal healing journey.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Communication Skills
  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Interracial Relationships
  • Multicultural Identity
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
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Jennifer Mahfouz
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not only address and alleviate the negative, but we will foster the positive! We can focus on quality of life, treating anxiety/depression, adapting to new life circumstances, navigating and building relationships, improving sleep, and managing pain.


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not only address and alleviate the negative, but we will foster the positive! We can focus on quality of life, treating anxiety/depression, adapting to new life circumstances, navigating and building relationships, improving sleep, and managing pain.

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I don't have a set approach. Every person is different and every problem is different, which means every treatment needs to be different. First we will identify what matters to you and what your goals are, then we will create a plan to reach them!

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Disability
  • Illness and Disease
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Medical Trauma
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Sare Griffis
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Our past experiences can so often leave scars that make us feel trapped, alone, and unworthy. Together, we will explore how to reconnect with joy, strengthen your sense of self, and learn how to be in health relationships with other.


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Our past experiences can so often leave scars that make us feel trapped, alone, and unworthy. Together, we will explore how to reconnect with joy, strengthen your sense of self, and learn how to be in health relationships with other.

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I believe in the power of play and narrative for clients of all ages. I help clients explore the story of their lives and make mind/body connections through art, writing, and somatic movement. When trapped in our minds, we often need new input.

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  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
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  • High-Functioning Depression
  • LGBTQ+
  • Nonbinary Gender Identity
  • Religious Trauma
  • Social Anxiety
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Emily Gumm
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Together we will explore the challenges you face today. We will create a safe space to better understand you as a whole person and we will find a path for meeting your goals. I work to be attentive to you and hope you will feel energized in return.


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Together we will explore the challenges you face today. We will create a safe space to better understand you as a whole person and we will find a path for meeting your goals. I work to be attentive to you and hope you will feel energized in return.

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I work with you to create a conversation that feels supportive and goal oriented. Together, you and I will find tools that fit your life.

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Michele Sitorus
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Work collaboratively to ensure that within the safety of our therapeutic relationship, you will increase your insight and understanding, overcome obstacles and life challenges, and realize your worth and potential.


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Work collaboratively to ensure that within the safety of our therapeutic relationship, you will increase your insight and understanding, overcome obstacles and life challenges, and realize your worth and potential.

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I practice using evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, and insight-oriented and client-centered therapies.

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  • Adolescent Anxiety
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Autism in Adults
  • Autism-Related Challenges
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Avoidant Personality Disorder
  • Communication Skills
  • Depression
  • Families with Autism-related challenges
  • Healing From Relationships
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  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Parenting Children With ADHD
  • Relational Trauma
  • Relationship Distress
  • Social Anxiety
  • Social Skills
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