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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 Urbana, the suburbs of Urbana, other nearby places such as Bloomington, Decatur, 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.

Start Body-Positive Therapy Today!

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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Bill Singerman
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Explore and ease anxiety, depression, distressing thoughts and unhelpful behaviors, stress, confusion regarding self-identity, and/or past trauma/s.


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Explore and ease anxiety, depression, distressing thoughts and unhelpful behaviors, stress, confusion regarding self-identity, and/or past trauma/s.

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The foundation of my work is psychodynamic. This means that the factors and experiences that have led to where you find yourself at this time are explored and processed. Additionally, I make use of mindfulness and behavioral modalities, when helpful.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Dissociation
  • Feeling Stuck
  • Life Transitions
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
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Merrisa Dawn Santos
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Explore the emotional stress and setbacks that have a tremendous impact on how we view ourselves and our lives. Help you explore, understand, and overcome your obstacles and start living a life filled with promise, hope, and possibility.


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Explore the emotional stress and setbacks that have a tremendous impact on how we view ourselves and our lives. Help you explore, understand, and overcome your obstacles and start living a life filled with promise, hope, and possibility.

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Using a holistic approach focused on connecting the mind, body, and spirit, I help you connect with your higher purpose and experience life free from emotional pain. I offer compassionate services that help you live a happier more rewarding life.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult ADHD
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Intergenerational Trauma
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexuality
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Jeanette De Marshimun
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Explore how your feelings and worries are affecting your mind and body. We will practice grounding & relaxing activities that will help you regulate your own emotions and have more control over your feelings and thoughts.


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Explore how your feelings and worries are affecting your mind and body. We will practice grounding & relaxing activities that will help you regulate your own emotions and have more control over your feelings and thoughts.

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I am a certified trauma-sensitive therapist trained in several mind-body approaches that can help you gain new insights into your feelings and behaviors. Including, helping you with learning new skills to retrain your brain and cope with stress.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Management
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Intrusive Thoughts
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • PTSD from Abuse
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  • Stress
  • Trauma
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Fatima Alharhashi
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Together we can develop new ways to react to life’s challenges. We will work towards your personal goals, develop personalized coping skills, practice healthy self-care and help yourself become the best version of you!


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Together we can develop new ways to react to life’s challenges. We will work towards your personal goals, develop personalized coping skills, practice healthy self-care and help yourself become the best version of you!

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach involves creating a non-judgmental and empathetic environment with my clients. I enjoy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Personal Centered Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.

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  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Conflict
  • School Issues
  • School Resistance
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  • Stress
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Kelsey Harper
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Together with comprehensive DBT therapy, I’ll help you manage overwhelming emotion so you can feel safe and grounded. I’ll help you practice relationship skills so you can connect closely and feel secure in them.


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Together with comprehensive DBT therapy, I’ll help you manage overwhelming emotion so you can feel safe and grounded. I’ll help you practice relationship skills so you can connect closely and feel secure in them.

Something to know about my approach is:

I provide ongoing feedback and support to highlight my client's strengths, motivate change toward their goals, and support their recovery each step of the way. I call upon science backed methods and a collaborative approach to work together.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Borderline Personality
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Rape and Sexual Assault
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Social Justice
  • Trauma
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Kelsey Harper remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey,...