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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 Charlottesville, the suburbs of Charlottesville, other nearby places such as Leesburg, Harrisonburg, or anywhere else in Virginia, 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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I consider myself a generalist therapist, but I do specialize in trauma and eating disorders. Clients will be able to work with me on depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and any other mental health concerns.


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I consider myself a generalist therapist, but I do specialize in trauma and eating disorders. Clients will be able to work with me on depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and any other mental health concerns.

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I'm an EMDR trainer therapist, but I do not believe that therapy is a one size fits all so I utilize multiple therapeutic interventions to ensure individualized treatment for every client. I utilize a person center, strengths perspective approach.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anorexia
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Binge Eating
  • Borderline Personality
  • Child Abuse
  • Complex Trauma
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Postpartum Anxiety
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Substance Abuse Intervention
  • Trauma
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Angel Whitehead
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help you reclaim a more peaceful relationship with food & your body, heal some hurts, & let go of relationships that no longer serve you! No one has all their shit together, including me, so bring your chaos & let’s dig in!


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help you reclaim a more peaceful relationship with food & your body, heal some hurts, & let go of relationships that no longer serve you! No one has all their shit together, including me, so bring your chaos & let’s dig in!

Something to know about my approach is:

I'm BIG on helping you accept yourself! I believe you are the expert of your life, and I am here to listen, affirm, and support you while providing an objective perspective. Self-compassion with a scoop of acceptance is the secret sauce.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Binge Eating
  • Body Acceptance
  • Body Image
  • Breakups
  • Career Counseling
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationship Conflict
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persevere through this crazy thing called, "Life"


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persevere through this crazy thing called, "Life"

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In our work together, I will assist you in learning the emotional skills necessary to relieve difficult emotions and conditions such as panic, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I will empower you to identify and challenge negative behaviors.

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  • Racial Trauma
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I believe that, in order to live a fuller life, one cannot focus on what they wish to restrict or lessen; rather, they must focus on what they have to gain in this world. together we will find out what you have to gain!


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I believe that, in order to live a fuller life, one cannot focus on what they wish to restrict or lessen; rather, they must focus on what they have to gain in this world. together we will find out what you have to gain!

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Though I specialize primarily in eating disorders, I also have extensive experience in treating generalized anxiety disorder, depression, borderline personality disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship problems and life transitions.

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  • Anorexia
  • Anxiety
  • Binge Eating
  • Bulimia
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Drug Use
  • Eating Disorders
  • Food and Eating Concerns
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders (OCSDs)
  • Perinatal Mood/Anxiety Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma
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Hailey Knowlton
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Dive deeply into the issues at hand by processing through root causes to assist you in creating new habits/patterns you wish to implement. Exploring your inner self to better understand how you tackle daily stressors/challenges that come your way.


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Dive deeply into the issues at hand by processing through root causes to assist you in creating new habits/patterns you wish to implement. Exploring your inner self to better understand how you tackle daily stressors/challenges that come your way.

Something to know about my approach is:

I utilize a person centered, cognitive-behavioral therapeutic approach to meet clients where they are mentally, emotionally, and physically when presenting for therapy.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Adjustment Disorders
  • Anger Management
  • Family Conflict
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Parenting
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
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