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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. Wherever you are located in Rhode Island from Cranston to Woonsocket or even Providence, or anywhere else nearby, 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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Emily Derouin
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Look at the systems that keep us disconnected from our bodies and work to find that connection again. We will also look at what makes you feel most authentic and alive and explore how to pursue it.


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Look at the systems that keep us disconnected from our bodies and work to find that connection again. We will also look at what makes you feel most authentic and alive and explore how to pursue it.

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I utilize an approach called ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and I also utilize an approach called Body Trust® in my work. I also practice from a harm reduction perspective.

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  • Anxiety
  • Body Acceptance
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Fat Liberation
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Kelsey Harper, Psy.D.
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Navigate trauma recovery with safety and ease. I’ll help you manage overwhelming emotion so you can feel safe and grounded while repairing trauma, build healthy relationships, and connect to self compassion to live a life worth living.


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Navigate trauma recovery with safety and ease. I’ll help you manage overwhelming emotion so you can feel safe and grounded while repairing trauma, build healthy relationships, and connect to self compassion to live a life worth living.

Something to know about my approach is:

Through trauma focused recovery, I help folx build safety, process the past, and connect to the life they want to live. With each client, we co-create an individualized plan that draws from EMDR and DBT.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Borderline Personality
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Rape and Sexual Assault
  • Social Justice
  • Trauma
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Kelsey Harper, Psy.D. remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New H...
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Roberta Ballard
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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.

Something to know about my approach is:

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.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Fears and Phobias
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Panic Attacks
  • Trauma
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Amy Look
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We’ll explore why you feel stuck and practice ways to quiet your inner critic, increase self-esteem and confidence, respond to stress in ways that you feel good about, set boundaries to improve your relationships, and start living the life you want.


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We’ll explore why you feel stuck and practice ways to quiet your inner critic, increase self-esteem and confidence, respond to stress in ways that you feel good about, set boundaries to improve your relationships, and start living the life you want.

Something to know about my approach is:

Therapy with me is nonjudgmental and genuine; crying, laughing, and swearing are all equally welcome in our therapy space. I also take an active approach to therapy. I’ll meet you where you're at AND push you to step outside your comfort zone.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety Management
  • Depression
  • Healing From Relationships
  • Mood Regulation
  • Relationship Skills
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Kiersten Eberle Medina
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help you find new ways to relate to the world and to enable you to embrace your experiences more fully and bravely. We will explore the experiences that have made you who you are, both the good and the difficult, and work toward who you want to be.


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Together, we will:

help you find new ways to relate to the world and to enable you to embrace your experiences more fully and bravely. We will explore the experiences that have made you who you are, both the good and the difficult, and work toward who you want to be.

Something to know about my approach is:

I practice from an ACT perspective to help clients connect with their emotions, learn to cope with life's difficulties, and lead value-driven lives. I am a strong believer of 'Health at Every Size' in my work with disordered eating and body image.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Body Acceptance
  • Eating Disorders
  • Food and Eating Concerns
  • Grief
  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Relationship Trauma
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Kiersten Eberle Medina remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey...