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If you’re dealing with body image issues or low self-esteem, know that you’re not alone. People from all walks of life struggle with this same issue. It can be challenging to get past the negative feelings about your body - thankfully, there’s help available.

Whether you are located in downtown Portsmouth, the suburbs of Portsmouth, other nearby places such as Chesapeake, Norfolk, or anywhere else in Virginia, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You Could Use Body Image Therapy

It is sometimes difficult to determine whether you need therapy. Here are some signs that you could use a body image therapist:

  • You are preoccupied with how your body is shaped, how much you weigh, or your overall appearance.
  • You use drastic measures to change your body, like extreme dieting, purging, or fasting.
  • You isolate yourself due to your feelings about your body.
  • You don’t like how your body looks and feel ashamed because of it.

Read this article for 6 tips for overcoming poor body image.

Take Action: See a Body Image Therapist Today!

Talk therapy with a licensed body image therapist can help to reshape your negative thought processes so you can learn to love your body more. With Mental Health Match, you can find a licensed body image therapist fast - use our therapist matching tool to get started.

Portsmouth, VA Body Image Therapists - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

Would you like to expand your network? Mental Health Match is here to help! We match clients with licensed therapists and counselors who specialize in body image disorders. Getting set up for new referrals takes no more than 10 minutes. 60 day free trial, with no credit cards required to start. Join now.
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My approach to psychotherapy is highly person-centered and collaborative, and I aim to provide a safe, supportive environment for my clients to deepen their understanding of themselves and learn new ways of coping with life's challenges.

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Person-Centered, meaning that I want to meet my clients where they need me. I provide empathy, validation, and unconditional positive regard. I support individuals to focus on the solutions in life instead of the problems.

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Talk about many personal topics in life such as anger, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship challenges and parenting problems that is impacting you from being the greater you!!!

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I'm dedicated to providing the highest quality clinical services to assist individuals with reaching their fullest potentials. It is my hopes that the clients I work with learns how to navigate life, in their own way during this partnership.

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