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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 Ventura, the suburbs of Ventura, other nearby places such as Camarillo, Oxnard, or anywhere else in California, 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 is trauma-informed, holistic and tailored to meet your unique needs.

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I am committed to providing an affirming, judgment free and safe space for all of my clients. I use strength-based, trauma-informed and client-centered approaches. My style is rooted in respect, cultural competence and personalized for each client.

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Create a safe & brave space to dig into an intersectional understanding of mental health: values, strengths, resilience, spirituality/religion, politics, activism, and culture—as well as experiences of discrimination and oppression.

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It's depth & narrative focus creates space to explore family, culture, gender, sexuality & their impacts such as: perfectionism, anxious thoughts, burnout, loneliness & exhaustion. Creating space to process, question, & choose anew is powerful work.

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I work with what is presented to me from each client, and work with the client to develop treatment based on their needs, history and current goals. I consider it important that every client of mine feel heard, safe and supported.

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improve communication skills, manage jealousy and foster intimacy within your ENM relationship structure. We will explore Kink and BDSM dynamics. We will heal sexual issues and dysfunction, like low libido, sexual trauma, ED, etc.

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My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from systems theory, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and mindfulness practices. I believe in creating a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship.

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