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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 Hampton, the suburbs of Hampton, other nearby places such as Newport News, Chesapeake, 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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My approach integrates client-focused care with research-backed strategies. I get to know each individual and their struggles, and then pull from the various evidence-based techniques I'm trained in to meet their specific needs.

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Increase tolerance of difficult or uncomfortable emotions, increase awareness of unhelpful thinking patterns, and work towards your own therapy goals.

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I used evidenced based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I work collaboratively with clients in a supportive environment to help you reach your goals.

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I will explore your past, present and future goals, we work collaboratively in session to uncover and process issues keeping you stuck. I will give you tools to keep the work going between sessions. I honor the courage it takes to engage in therapy.

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I’m generally straight forward. I view therapy as a journey that you and I will embark on together.

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Chessa Van Andel
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Work together to cultivate the skills needed to improve all aspects of life. My goal is to help you feel heard and understood, help you understand and accept yourself, and help you develop the tools you need to move through life's messy moments.

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I'm rooted in a holistic, humanistic approach that allows clients to navigate anxiety, depression, life adjustments, and past trauma. I am also a certified PCIT therapist and can help your family improve relationships and work through challenges.

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