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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 Springfield, the suburbs of Springfield, other nearby places such as Rogers, Bentonville, or anywhere else in Missouri, 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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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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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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  • Adopted Children
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  • LGBTQ+
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Each session, my goal is to ensure you feel heard, understood, and respected. Together, we'll explore what's working in your life and what might need to change so that you can let go of what no longer serves you, and embrace what it means to thrive.


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Each session, my goal is to ensure you feel heard, understood, and respected. Together, we'll explore what's working in your life and what might need to change so that you can let go of what no longer serves you, and embrace what it means to thrive.

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Therapy looks different for each one of my clients. You're unique, so I'll match my style to yours. Need to come in and address a specific problem? Let's go. Want to unravel the universe together and explore what it all means? I'm looking forward it.

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Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.


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Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.

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I start each session with "what is present with you today?". I genuinely care about your wellbeing and want to know how I can support you. We will identify goals, explore current stressors, and work together towards your personal healing journey.

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Dr. Kelly McAleer
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Cut through all the noise in your head and find your inner empathy and self-compassion. I know they exist because you give that caring voice to everyone else in your life. You deserve to experience kindness from within. Let’s start your journey…


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Cut through all the noise in your head and find your inner empathy and self-compassion. I know they exist because you give that caring voice to everyone else in your life. You deserve to experience kindness from within. Let’s start your journey…

Something to know about my approach is:

I am open-minded and progressive, intent on helping all clients feel comfortable and get the most out of the therapy process. Therapy should be a safe, non-judgmental space for all and I strive to make that a priority in our therapeutic relationship.

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  • Adult Child of Emotionally Immature Parents
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Communication Skills
  • Complex Trauma
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Emotional Intimacy
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Feelings of Not Being Good Enough
  • Finding Meaning or Purpose
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  • Gender Transition
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
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