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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 West Des Moines, the suburbs of West Des Moines, other nearby places such as Urbandale, Ankeny, or anywhere else in Iowa, 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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Diana Ball
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Identify your goals and work toward reaching these. Often, my goal for you is to help you build a life you don't feel the need to run or hide from.


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Identify your goals and work toward reaching these. Often, my goal for you is to help you build a life you don't feel the need to run or hide from.

Something to know about my approach is:

I typically offer clients a choice between dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) or Internal Family Systems (IFS). Both of these strategies offer a holistic approach and assist clients in healing inner pain while addressing behavioral concerns.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Trauma
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Emily Flanagan
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Clients who work with me typically will experience improvements in their body image and a greater mind-body connection. I truly believe in bodily and treatment autonomy and I will help guide you along the way to the goals you hope to achieve.


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Clients who work with me typically will experience improvements in their body image and a greater mind-body connection. I truly believe in bodily and treatment autonomy and I will help guide you along the way to the goals you hope to achieve.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach is based on a foundation of creating safety and a Health at Every Size© philosophy. From there, I will work with you to identify the evidenced-based approaches that make sense for the symptoms you are currently experiencing.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Binge Eating
  • Body Dysmorphia
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Disordered Eating
  • Mood Regulation
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Danielle Wayne
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Together we can help you dial down the anxiety and stress. While we're at it, we can ditch the perfectionism and people pleasing. We can even help you learn to accept yourself for who you are, instead of judging yourself based on your productivity.


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Together we can help you dial down the anxiety and stress. While we're at it, we can ditch the perfectionism and people pleasing. We can even help you learn to accept yourself for who you are, instead of judging yourself based on your productivity.

Something to know about my approach is:

My goal is to work myself out of a job, by helping you perform at your best. More than that, I want to help you see your value outside of work, and that you don't have to be perfect to be good enough or to survive if shit hits the fan.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Burnout
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Perfectionism
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Danielle Wayne remote and phone therapy in Idaho, Iowa
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Explore the ROOT causes of your symptoms, identify options that work FOR YOU, and create a gameplan that works for your individual lifestyle.


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Explore the ROOT causes of your symptoms, identify options that work FOR YOU, and create a gameplan that works for your individual lifestyle.

Something to know about my approach is:

I specialize in functional and integrative psychiatry. I combine my approach with therapy and also my years of experience in family practice. This combination of experience and education means that I can treat you holistically and comprehensively.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult ADHD
  • Alternative Relationships
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Acceptance
  • Empowering Women
  • Entrepreneurial Women
  • High Anxiety
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Women’s Health
  • Young Women
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During counseling, you will have a chance to share anything that you want to share without any fear of judgment. We will make sense of your thoughts and feelings, clarify your goals, and help you feel empowered to accomplish your goals.


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During counseling, you will have a chance to share anything that you want to share without any fear of judgment. We will make sense of your thoughts and feelings, clarify your goals, and help you feel empowered to accomplish your goals.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach to counseling varies depending on the needs of each client. I pride myself on being flexible because together we can custom-design the therapy experience to best match your needs, concerns, strengths, interests, values, and goals.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Faith and Spirituality
  • Grief
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Parenting Children With ADHD
  • Relationships
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Jacob Joslin remote and phone therapy in Iowa