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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. Wherever you are located in Missouri from Blue Springs to St. Peters or even Kansas City, or anywhere else nearby, 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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Becky King
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Together we will engage in open dialogue, explore emotions, set goals, develop coping strategies, and build a trusting relationship that leads to accomplishing your therapeutic goals to improve your overall state of being.


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Together we will engage in open dialogue, explore emotions, set goals, develop coping strategies, and build a trusting relationship that leads to accomplishing your therapeutic goals to improve your overall state of being.

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I believe clients are the experts in their own life, and already possess solutions to their concerns. Through therapy we work to clarify both concerns and solutions. While you'll be listened to and validated in therapy, you'll be encouraged to grow.

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Through the process of therapy, we will work together to help you increase awareness of your own emotions and help you learn safe and effective ways to express your thoughts., navigate transitions and become the best version of yourself.

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Starting therapy can be a vulnerable and sometimes intimidating experience, which is why I work to create a safe space where you can work to explore your concerns and get "unstuck". I can help you find meaning and connection.

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identify areas of life where there are immediate opportunities for relief. I utilize a whole person approach to identify how past patterns impact current symptoms; including all aspects of a person helps tailor our sessions to specific needs.


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identify areas of life where there are immediate opportunities for relief. I utilize a whole person approach to identify how past patterns impact current symptoms; including all aspects of a person helps tailor our sessions to specific needs.

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We strive to be inclusive and meet clients where they are in the therapeutic process. Client set their own paces and are encouraged to provide any feedback that will benefit their therapeutic process.

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Work to untangle the past and present, bringing you to a place of greater self-compassion. As you gain new tools that help you to feel more empowered and confident, you will also find new freedom to heal from painful memories and emotions.


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Work to untangle the past and present, bringing you to a place of greater self-compassion. As you gain new tools that help you to feel more empowered and confident, you will also find new freedom to heal from painful memories and emotions.

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I am EMDR-certified. EMDR is a powerful treatment that can help you feel calmer and happier while also helping your body and mind heal from unwanted memories and negative beliefs related to past stressful or traumatic life events.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adjustment Disorders
  • Anxiety Disorders
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Explore the interaction between your history, emotional style, relationships, and current circumstances as they affect and concern you. Together we collaborate on pathways to recovery and/or greater wellbeing, sense of self, and resiliency.

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I am trained in and utilize state-of-the-art approaches to address impacts of stress, self-image, and overwhelming emotions. However, each therapeutic relationship and approach is different and collaboratively based on your unique needs and pace.

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