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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 Bowie, the suburbs of Bowie, other nearby places such as Annapolis, Washington DC, or anywhere else in Maryland, 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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help you with your physical and mental health needs, while considering your input. We understand that ultimately this is your life and you have a say-so in your future. Lechia will care for you with empathy and will encourage and empower you.


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Lechia (pronounced Lee-sha) has a passion for helping people live their best lives. Life brings stress for everyone in some way, and how you deal with it makes the difference in your happiness and success. A healthy mental status helps.

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Explore both your past and present, recognizing patterns of behaviors and/or thoughts and give you the skills you need to work towards the path you desire.

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Create a therapeutic relationship that helps you feel heard and understood, which in turn leads to growth, self-compassion, and meaningful change in your life. We will figure out what is most important to you and identify how you can achieve it.

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We will work together, meaning I help guide you and ask questions to encourage you to explore your inner world and you are open to the exploration and possibility of change. My approach requires us to both be participants in this important work.

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