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It's not uncommon to struggle with body image issues at one time or another - most of us do. But it’s what you do about it that really matters. If you’re working on cultivating a positive body image, that’s fantastic! Yet, everyone can use a little help every now and again.

A body-positive therapist is a great resource you can use to build a better relationship with your body. Whether you are located in downtown Gastonia, the suburbs of Gastonia, other nearby places such as Huntersville, Charlotte, or anywhere else in North Carolina, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

How a Body-Positive Therapist Can Help

Whether you’re seeking therapy for a mental disorder, crisis intervention, or to address body image issues, there are many benefits to using a body-positive therapist, including:

  • Self-esteem-boosting encouragement when you’re having negative feelings about your body.
  • A safe space where you are free to convey your feelings and better understand the impact of social messages about how you should look.
  • Helpful tips, coping methods, and affirmations to cope with self-esteem and body-consciousness.

For an example of how a body-positive therapist can help, read licensed therapist Brianna Ramon’s tips for fighting back against body-shaming culture.

Start Body-Positive Therapy Today!

Finding a body-positive therapist is easy if you use Mental Health Match. Start by browsing body-positive therapists and counselors below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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In therapy, we will work collaboratively to help you reach your goals and improve your situation. Through therapy you can create meaningful change in your life. Let’s work together to get you to where you want to be.

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I’ll help you explore your concerns and create solutions that will help you improve your life. It's important that you feel there is a trusting, cooperative relationship where we can create hope for a better future and find purpose for your life.

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Create a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can make progress, verbalize, get to know emotions and make space for them. Together we will celebrate victories and overcome roadblocks. All while making progress towards goals.

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My goal for my client's is to meet their goals and be able to progress outside of their sessions. Whether it is to reduce symptoms of anxiety or discover their purpose in life, I will act as a support but always encourage autonomy.

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Identify and practice the skills you need to overcome the issues you face. I will help you create a holistic path to wellness that integrates mind, body, and spirit. In our sessions, we will ease your pain by practicing mindfulness and positivity.


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Identify and practice the skills you need to overcome the issues you face. I will help you create a holistic path to wellness that integrates mind, body, and spirit. In our sessions, we will ease your pain by practicing mindfulness and positivity.

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I work hard to build an open and honest relationship with you. Transparency and an open two way communication flow helps you, the client, meet your goals in our sessions. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental place where you can explore your feelings.

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Help you gain more insight to yourself, your symptoms and why they may be happening, examining how larger influences around you may be negatively and/or positively impacting how you're feeling, and help you gain more skills for managing concerns.

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My approach is ideal for long-term health, preferring to do the deeper work often needed for holistic, lasting change rather than short fixes! I enjoy utilizing humor, and creative approaches to therapy, providing balance and support within our work.

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Kiana Harlan
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Understand you, your goals for healing, and figure out how to move forward from the past. We will also work together to practice resources that you can use to work with your feelings to be grounded, confident, and more in control.


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Understand you, your goals for healing, and figure out how to move forward from the past. We will also work together to practice resources that you can use to work with your feelings to be grounded, confident, and more in control.

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I focus on mind and body using SAFE EMDR, which can support you in getting unstuck from traumatic experiences. Healing can happen by processing the events and managing how they effect our emotions, thoughts, body sensations, and relationships.

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