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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 Salem, the suburbs of Salem, other nearby places such as Tigard, Lake Oswego, or anywhere else in Oregon, 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.

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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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Jocelyn Van Hee
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explore what is getting in the way of experiencing more joy, presence and fulfillment with life. I have a passion for working with people in transition, especially into motherhood or fatherhood. I have specialized training perinatal mental health.


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explore what is getting in the way of experiencing more joy, presence and fulfillment with life. I have a passion for working with people in transition, especially into motherhood or fatherhood. I have specialized training perinatal mental health.

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I utilize a variety of techniques depending on the needs of the client. I often incorporate mindfulness, strength based and values based strategies. I am trained in EMDR, and ERP to address trauma as well higher levels of anxiety.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • College Students
  • Depression
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy and Infant Loss
  • Young Adults
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Stephanie Leschber LCSW, LICSW
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I help people understand their needs, increase self-compassion, and build their ability to cope with life's challenges. Let's work together to get you unstuck today.


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I help people understand their needs, increase self-compassion, and build their ability to cope with life's challenges. Let's work together to get you unstuck today.

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I focus on helping people who are feeling stuck, not good enough, or anxious shift their lives to make positive changes. I believe people inherently have the potential for growth and healing. Our time together will explore the root of the challenges.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Aging Parents
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Family of Origin
  • Life Transitions
  • New Job Transition
  • Parenting
  • Perfectionism
  • Reparenting Yourself
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Esteem
  • Starting College
  • Stress
  • Young Adults
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Stephanie Leschber LCSW, LICSW remote and phone therapy in Oregon, Washington
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Leslie Rund
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Use a relational, experiential approach to help you recognize symptoms in your body, identify emotions, and work through distressing memories. Your distressing experiences will be released and you'll experience transformance and flourishing.


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Use a relational, experiential approach to help you recognize symptoms in your body, identify emotions, and work through distressing memories. Your distressing experiences will be released and you'll experience transformance and flourishing.

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I believe being alone with unbearable emotions is the source of our suffering. We are born with an innate drive toward connection and self-righting, and as such, healing can occur in a safe & trusting co-created relationship.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abuse
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Issues
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Complex Trauma
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Panic Attacks
  • Panic Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Social Anxiety
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma
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Wyatt Okeefe
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Develop and expand your coping skills for navigating significant life changes i.e. gender identity; physical, social and emotional transition. relationships, adulting, coming out, trauma recovery, depression/anxiety etc. to help you shine and grow!


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Develop and expand your coping skills for navigating significant life changes i.e. gender identity; physical, social and emotional transition. relationships, adulting, coming out, trauma recovery, depression/anxiety etc. to help you shine and grow!

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I bring respect, kindness, humor, honesty, and a true desire to help my clients meet their life goals. My practice is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ and straight allies. I meet my clients where they are and help them get where they want to go.

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  • Alternative Relationships
  • Anxiety
  • BDSM
  • Gender Transition
  • Kink
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Polyamory
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Transgender
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Anya Szumowski
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Identify and challenge those patterns, behaviors, and beliefs that are holding you back and keeping you stuck. We can work to create meaningful change that aligns with your unique values, interests, wants, and needs.


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Identify and challenge those patterns, behaviors, and beliefs that are holding you back and keeping you stuck. We can work to create meaningful change that aligns with your unique values, interests, wants, and needs.

Something to know about my approach is:

I provide gentle challenges and necessary tools to help you overcome difficult obstacles, while highlighting your existing strengths to cultivate growth and healing.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Esteem
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Trauma
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Anya Szumowski remote and phone therapy in Idaho, Oregon, Washington