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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 New Bedford, the suburbs of New Bedford, other nearby places such as East Providence, Fall River, or anywhere else in Massachusetts, 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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explore issues such as navigating relationship issues and challenging family dynamics, major life transitions, boundary setting and emotional trauma. I often help clients with low mood, anxiety, work stress and burnout. I see couples and individuals.


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explore issues such as navigating relationship issues and challenging family dynamics, major life transitions, boundary setting and emotional trauma. I often help clients with low mood, anxiety, work stress and burnout. I see couples and individuals.

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I come from a trauma-informed background so I allowed you to lead when working through something that may feel uncomfortable or difficult. I also do my best to provide a space where you feel heard and validated in what you’re feeling.

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  • Women
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Collaborate so you can heal and grow by learning to reconnect with your mind, body & surroundings, love & trust yourself, prioritize your needs, recover from people-pleasing & perfectionism, set boundaries & accept that nothing is wrong with you.


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Collaborate so you can heal and grow by learning to reconnect with your mind, body & surroundings, love & trust yourself, prioritize your needs, recover from people-pleasing & perfectionism, set boundaries & accept that nothing is wrong with you.

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My practice is mindfulness-based with a holistic approach: nurturing your mind, body, spirit, & being present with yourself & the world around you. We may explore your childhood, relationships & difficult experiences to help you learn about yourself.

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  • Anxiety
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
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create a plan around your needs that may include helping you clarify your values and goals related to your authentic self, learn coping skills to manage different feelings, manage ineffective thoughts, and strengthen interpersonal skills.


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create a plan around your needs that may include helping you clarify your values and goals related to your authentic self, learn coping skills to manage different feelings, manage ineffective thoughts, and strengthen interpersonal skills.

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I'm certified in dialectical behavioral therapy and work with several approaches. We will work on coping skills that can help you better understand yourself and your needs. These skills can help you manage feelings rather than be controlled by them.

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We will develop skills and techniques for managing challenging emotions and behaviors. Together we will process through difficult feelings and experiences so that you may feel more grounded and connected with your sense of self outside of therapy.


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We will develop skills and techniques for managing challenging emotions and behaviors. Together we will process through difficult feelings and experiences so that you may feel more grounded and connected with your sense of self outside of therapy.

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I bring a holistic approach to navigating mental health. We'll start with a focus on getting comfortable in the therapy space and explore the physical, mental, and emotional impacts on your well-being.

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Determine the best path forward on your healing journey.

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I am passionate about empowering individuals to find their power; to find their voice and to remember who they are.

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