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If you’re dealing with body image issues or low self-esteem, know that you’re not alone. People from all walks of life struggle with this same issue. It can be challenging to get past the negative feelings about your body - thankfully, there’s help available.

Whether you are located in downtown Independence, the suburbs of Independence, other nearby places such as Overland Park, Kansas City, or anywhere else in Missouri, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You Could Use Body Image Therapy

It is sometimes difficult to determine whether you need therapy. Here are some signs that you could use a body image therapist:

  • You are preoccupied with how your body is shaped, how much you weigh, or your overall appearance.
  • You use drastic measures to change your body, like extreme dieting, purging, or fasting.
  • You isolate yourself due to your feelings about your body.
  • You don’t like how your body looks and feel ashamed because of it.

Read this article for 6 tips for overcoming poor body image.

Take Action: See a Body Image Therapist Today!

Talk therapy with a licensed body image therapist can help to reshape your negative thought processes so you can learn to love your body more. With Mental Health Match, you can find a licensed body image therapist fast - use our therapist matching tool to get started.

Independence, MO Body Image Therapists - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

Would you like to expand your network? Mental Health Match is here to help! We match clients with licensed therapists and counselors who specialize in body image disorders. Getting set up for new referrals takes no more than 10 minutes. 60 day free trial, with no credit cards required to start. Join now.
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Create real goals that address the underlying issues and difficulties that may be making your everyday life harder. My hope is that you begin to feel as though you are a better version of yourself! We can also dive deeper into issues via testing.

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I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor to change and I strive to give all my clients a safe and judgment-free session. I listen and help you find your voice. It's there-even if you haven't heard it recently.

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Together we will identify your thoughts, feelings & actions that are holding you back from becoming your best self & develop better strategies for dealing with life, relationships, stress; improving self-image so you can achieve optimum well-being.

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I provide a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions & habits in dealing with emotional eating, anxiety, depression etc. so they can develop healthier coping mechanisms, build resilience, & achieving lasting emotional well-being.

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work to help you create and maintain meaningful relationships, feel confident in yourself, and learn to manage your anxiety with therapy that’s designed to meet your unique needs.

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I firmly believe that the therapeutic relationship is the building block of treatment and is an essential component of supporting you to achieve the change you desire. My approach is thoughtful, strengths-based, warm, and collaborative.

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Learn specific tools to help you change and improve the aspects of your life that you wish to change. Explore patterns that reinforced ongoing issues in relationships such as pleasing, poor boundaries, difficulty communicating, neglecting own needs.

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I have a passion for emotional wellness, self-discovery and empowerment and am dedicated to helping individuals who seek personal growth and development, healing from painful feelings and trauma and coping with anxiety and relationship issues.

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