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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 Medinah, the suburbs of Medinah, other nearby places such as Itasca, Roselle, or anywhere else in Illinois, 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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develop a personalized plan to help get you unstuck and on track to living the life you want. Therapy with me is based in science, but not impersonal or formulaic. We usually work to improve both current challenges and long-standing issues.


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develop a personalized plan to help get you unstuck and on track to living the life you want. Therapy with me is based in science, but not impersonal or formulaic. We usually work to improve both current challenges and long-standing issues.

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I combine several approaches that help you understand patterns and themes that might be holding you back, and learn new skills to feel better. I'm not a "sit and nod" therapist; I share my perceptions and ideas with you, and sessions are active.

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  • Trauma
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Explore the societal expectations and pressures that are suspending your growth; discover the parts of yourself that feel too vulnerable to say out loud to others; and recognize the stressors in your life and identify tools to manage them.


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Explore the societal expectations and pressures that are suspending your growth; discover the parts of yourself that feel too vulnerable to say out loud to others; and recognize the stressors in your life and identify tools to manage them.

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I work collaboratively, providing a safe, culturally sensitive, and encouraging virtual space to explore all of the stressors that are impacting you. I believe we can hold space for the parts of life that are hard and the parts that bring joy.

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  • Anxiety
  • Boundaries
  • Communication Skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Depression
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  • Infidelity
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  • Social Anxiety
  • Values
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Maddy Seabrook
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Work toward cultivating self-compassion and empowerment, especially when life experiences have made them feel distant. Understand the influence of your past and honor all you have done in order to survive. Find space for joy and play.


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Work toward cultivating self-compassion and empowerment, especially when life experiences have made them feel distant. Understand the influence of your past and honor all you have done in order to survive. Find space for joy and play.

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I believe that healing happens in relationships, so I work with my clients to collaboratively create a space that allows each of us to show up authentically. All parts of you are invited in, even the parts you aren't sure about yet.

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Meghan Kean
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Work to identify strategies and techniques that can begin to offer some relief. We will also begin to alter problematic/less functional narratives that negatively impact your life. Self-compassion is a skill that I work on with almost every client.


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Work to identify strategies and techniques that can begin to offer some relief. We will also begin to alter problematic/less functional narratives that negatively impact your life. Self-compassion is a skill that I work on with almost every client.

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It is my responsibility to pay attention to the big picture- noting common themes that come up. Often concerns that we have present differently across different domains (work, home, etc.) but the emotional underpinnings and impact can be similar.

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  • Academic Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety in Relationships
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  • Depression
  • Families
  • Healing From Relationships
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  • Job Stress
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationships
  • Relationship Skills
  • Work-Life Balance
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Sushma Cheturvedula
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Together, we will cover topics such as emotional control, effective communication, setting boundaries, self-awareness, and self-acceptance. I also offer techniques for mindfulness, relaxation, resilience building, and fostering a growth mindset.


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Together, we will cover topics such as emotional control, effective communication, setting boundaries, self-awareness, and self-acceptance. I also offer techniques for mindfulness, relaxation, resilience building, and fostering a growth mindset.

Something to know about my approach is:

During therapy, I offer client-centered counseling, where clients are welcomed to express their thoughts and emotions to delve into and comprehend current life stressors.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Abuse
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Caregivers
  • Childhood Abuse or Neglect
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  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
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  • Grief from Losing a Pet
  • Healing From Relationships
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  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Job Loss
  • Job Stress
  • Life Transitions
  • Love Addiction
  • Mild Depression
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  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Parenting Skills
  • Postpartum Anxiety
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Postpartum Mood Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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  • Pregnancy and Infant Loss
  • PTSD from Abuse
  • Relationships
  • Relationship Skills
  • Seasonal Depression
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Social-Emotional Learning
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  • Stress Eating
  • Suicide loss
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  • Teen Depression
  • Weight Management
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