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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 Buffalo, Allentown, Black Rock, Delware District, or even East Aurora, 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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Shelagh Murphy
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Increase self awareness and acceptance; when we stop fighting who we are and what we need, we can stop engaging in actions that harm us and the people in our lives. We'll create new coping and communication skills.


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Increase self awareness and acceptance; when we stop fighting who we are and what we need, we can stop engaging in actions that harm us and the people in our lives. We'll create new coping and communication skills.

Something to know about my approach is:

Together we will see your strengths and resources, and figure out how to leverage them to benefit you and the people you care about.

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  • Gender Identity
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  • Major Depressive Disorder
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Siah Wells
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Explore the story of who you are, what has happened and where you are now. We will process painful emotions while rebuilding your capacity for joy. You will learn coping skills that alleviate suffering and help you find peace in your day-to-day life.


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Explore the story of who you are, what has happened and where you are now. We will process painful emotions while rebuilding your capacity for joy. You will learn coping skills that alleviate suffering and help you find peace in your day-to-day life.

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I take a "both/and" approach to therapy- we will validate and explore difficult feelings, while also identifying ways you can empower yourself through decisions and mindsets that bring you closer to your goals.

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  • Life Transitions
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
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Alexa Sadowsky
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with CBT you learn how your thinking affects your mood. Narrative Therapy helps you become and embrace being an expert in your own life. For couples I use Gottman. You will learn to replace negative conflict patterns with positive interactions & more


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with CBT you learn how your thinking affects your mood. Narrative Therapy helps you become and embrace being an expert in your own life. For couples I use Gottman. You will learn to replace negative conflict patterns with positive interactions & more

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I can help with quieting that negative, inner dialogue that leads you to doubt yourself, question your self-worth, and avoid change. I can help you gain insight and understanding of why and how to better cope with what you feel you have no control of

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Dr. Laura Morizio
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work to find the "why" behind your challenges so that we can provide you with a plan of how to get the support you need to succeed. You deserve to feel seen, valued, and capable.


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work to find the "why" behind your challenges so that we can provide you with a plan of how to get the support you need to succeed. You deserve to feel seen, valued, and capable.

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I specialize in the assessment and diagnosis of anxiety, learning disorders, and ADHD. As a trained school psychologist, I have an intimate understanding of which supports individuals can access to be successful at school and beyond.

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  • LGBTQ+ Children
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Courtlyn Shimada
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explore and navigate any obstacles that life may present. Therapy is a collaborative process where you are the expert on your own experiences, and I’m here to offer structured support and guidance.


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explore and navigate any obstacles that life may present. Therapy is a collaborative process where you are the expert on your own experiences, and I’m here to offer structured support and guidance.

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Whether short-term or long-term I believe in goal-oriented therapy. And if you don’t know what those goals are yet, don’t worry, we’ll figure them out together!

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Chronic Illness
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Family Dynamics
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Trauma
  • Relational Trauma
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