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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 Riverside, the suburbs of Riverside, other nearby places such as Berwyn, Hines, 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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Kimberleigh Hagar
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Explore how current patterns and cycles developed and what keeps them going. Then we'll work together to create meaningful and sustainable change, unique to you, in the areas of your life you want to see and feel better with.


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Explore how current patterns and cycles developed and what keeps them going. Then we'll work together to create meaningful and sustainable change, unique to you, in the areas of your life you want to see and feel better with.

Something to know about my approach is:

I give a combination of supportive listening and tangible tools that you can take with you to practice outside of sessions. We'll talk through experiences and explore ways you can change your response with clear steps & strategies you can implement.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women
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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!

FOCUS AREAS:
  • 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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Clara Brennecke
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Together we will help you recover your true sense of self by helping you make healthier choices and improve the relationship with yourself and others.


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Together we will help you recover your true sense of self by helping you make healthier choices and improve the relationship with yourself and others.

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My approach is one that incorporates mind and body. I believe that you can't isolate mental health without taking a look at the entire picture. I like to help my clients by giving them tools they can start putting into place right away.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Breakups
  • Complicated Grief
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • High Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Premarital Counseling
  • Sadness
  • Seasonal Depression
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Lisa Valiente
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Together, we will help you understand yourself better: what you're made of, what you want, what you're good at, and what you need to do to grow into the person you want to become.


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Together, we will help you understand yourself better: what you're made of, what you want, what you're good at, and what you need to do to grow into the person you want to become.

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I have an eclectic approach; I use a lot of cognitive behavioral methods (examine unhelpful thinking habits) combined with psychodynamic exploration (family history) to make connections to current difficulties. I also tend to use humor.

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  • Anxiety
  • Borderline Personality
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • PTSD from Abuse
  • Trauma
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Together, we'll explore self-discovery, heal wounds, and re-empower you to grow. By addressing the "Is it me?" question, we'll identify and transform the aspects of your life causing unhappiness.


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Together, we'll explore self-discovery, heal wounds, and re-empower you to grow. By addressing the "Is it me?" question, we'll identify and transform the aspects of your life causing unhappiness.

Something to know about my approach is:

I provide more than just support; I collaborate with you to identify tools for your unique journey. By understanding your life, culture, and identity, we tailor strategies to address your challenges effectively, ensuring you feel change in your life.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Children of Immigrants
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Family Trauma
  • Friendships
  • Life Transitions
  • Marriage
  • Multicultural Identity
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Understanding
  • Stress
  • Third Culture Kids
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