Weight Loss Therapists in Covina, CA

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Chassity Angeny-Showalter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723  (Online Only)
Anxiety can show up in many different ways in our life. It can make us work harder to prove ourselves or to have an unrealistic standard for ourselves. It can immobilize us and make us afraid to take any risks because we are fearful of potential outcomes. It can impact our relationships by leading to caretaking or people pleasing. It can lead us to try to control different areas of our lives and to avoid situations when we feel out of control. It may impact our ability to take care of ourselves, including effecting sleep and eating. Avoiding or attempting to manage anxiety can take a significant amount of time and energy.
Anxiety can show up in many different ways in our life. It can make us work harder to prove ourselves or to have an unrealistic standard for ourselves. It can immobilize us and make us afraid to take any risks because we are fearful of potential outcomes. It can impact our relationships by leading to caretaking or people pleasing. It can lead us to try to control different areas of our lives and to avoid situations when we feel out of control. It may impact our ability to take care of ourselves, including effecting sleep and eating. Avoiding or attempting to manage anxiety can take a significant amount of time and energy.
(916) 943-4758 View (916) 943-4758
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Dr. Amanda Alonzo
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91722
Blu Alliance Counseling Center first and foremost specializes in you. Our therapists training has allowed them the knowledge base to work with a variety of presenting problems, primarily since we believe our work is about exploring and understanding you as an individual, not as a diagnosis. Our motto here at Blu Alliance is "Blu Specializes in You" and we fully believe this to be true! During this time of COVID-19 we are fully equipped to provide Telehealth services via phone call, and video on a variety of devices.
Blu Alliance Counseling Center first and foremost specializes in you. Our therapists training has allowed them the knowledge base to work with a variety of presenting problems, primarily since we believe our work is about exploring and understanding you as an individual, not as a diagnosis. Our motto here at Blu Alliance is "Blu Specializes in You" and we fully believe this to be true! During this time of COVID-19 we are fully equipped to provide Telehealth services via phone call, and video on a variety of devices.
(626) 624-4323 View (626) 624-4323
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Anew Counseling And Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724
We are dedicated to helping individuals and families build a resilient life foundation, enhance relationships, and experience greater peace. Life's dynamic nature presents numerous challenges and fluctuations. In those moments of chaos and overwhelm, it's easy to feel lost and stuck.
We are dedicated to helping individuals and families build a resilient life foundation, enhance relationships, and experience greater peace. Life's dynamic nature presents numerous challenges and fluctuations. In those moments of chaos and overwhelm, it's easy to feel lost and stuck.
(626) 784-7228 View (626) 784-7228
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Norma Covarrubias
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covina, CA 91722  (Online Only)
Election fatigue? Do you need a space where you can discover new perspectives and strategies to work through life challenges? As a trauma-informed/first-generation therapist, I am here to offer support you on your journey of self-discovery. Working together the main goal would be to work through intergenerational trauma and empower you to develop resilience and healthy coping strategies to promote healing. Talk therapy can be the outlet you need to explore thoughts and feelings. As a therapist I can offer a safe space to break free from unhealthy patterns. Today is the perfect day to start creating positive changes in your life!
Election fatigue? Do you need a space where you can discover new perspectives and strategies to work through life challenges? As a trauma-informed/first-generation therapist, I am here to offer support you on your journey of self-discovery. Working together the main goal would be to work through intergenerational trauma and empower you to develop resilience and healthy coping strategies to promote healing. Talk therapy can be the outlet you need to explore thoughts and feelings. As a therapist I can offer a safe space to break free from unhealthy patterns. Today is the perfect day to start creating positive changes in your life!
(626) 238-0342 View (626) 238-0342
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Eric Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MTh
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724
"The past can hurt. But the way I see my it, you can either run from it, or learn from it." - Rafiki. Learning from and overcoming our past can be mentally, emotionally, and spiritually challenging. However, running from our past mentally, emotionally, and spiritually draining. In my practice, clients are given the warmth and support to confront the past, the tools to overcome the past, as well as the space and grace to learn from the past. My practice is geared toward helping you to put the past in the past and to be present in the present.
"The past can hurt. But the way I see my it, you can either run from it, or learn from it." - Rafiki. Learning from and overcoming our past can be mentally, emotionally, and spiritually challenging. However, running from our past mentally, emotionally, and spiritually draining. In my practice, clients are given the warmth and support to confront the past, the tools to overcome the past, as well as the space and grace to learn from the past. My practice is geared toward helping you to put the past in the past and to be present in the present.
(626) 376-4965 View (626) 376-4965
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Kingdom Journey to Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MS, DD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Covina, CA 91722  (Online Only)
Are you living your best life? Are you struggling with balancing all the areas of your life? Are you going back and forth with negative self talk, thoughts, or feelings? Are you struggling with social or dating relationships, parenting, career, or just loving yourself? Everyday is a call to your purpose and plan for peace and happiness. Your past is not your future. Therapy can be empowering and transformational experience that gives birth to the identity of your best life. My hope is to guide and support you on your best version of you!
Are you living your best life? Are you struggling with balancing all the areas of your life? Are you going back and forth with negative self talk, thoughts, or feelings? Are you struggling with social or dating relationships, parenting, career, or just loving yourself? Everyday is a call to your purpose and plan for peace and happiness. Your past is not your future. Therapy can be empowering and transformational experience that gives birth to the identity of your best life. My hope is to guide and support you on your best version of you!
(626) 610-4386 View (626) 610-4386

More Therapists Nearby

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Mark Hayman-Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Claremont, CA 91711
I also welcome patients who are working on health changes including weight loss, but I am not a weight-loss program.
Hello! This is Mark Hayman-Martinez, RN LMFT. I am both a Registered Nurse and a Psychotherapist who has been in the helping professions since 1992. I consider myself warm and personable. Because of my training and experience, I prioritize safety and stability before pushing for change. For most acute anxieties and depression issues, I usually work in a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy mode at first. Are you using your self-talk to coach yourself or to beat yourself down? It has appeared to me that many people benefit from some focused and goal-oriented work, with more short term follow ups as circumstance call for.
I also welcome patients who are working on health changes including weight loss, but I am not a weight-loss program.
Hello! This is Mark Hayman-Martinez, RN LMFT. I am both a Registered Nurse and a Psychotherapist who has been in the helping professions since 1992. I consider myself warm and personable. Because of my training and experience, I prioritize safety and stability before pushing for change. For most acute anxieties and depression issues, I usually work in a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy mode at first. Are you using your self-talk to coach yourself or to beat yourself down? It has appeared to me that many people benefit from some focused and goal-oriented work, with more short term follow ups as circumstance call for.
(916) 507-0768 View (916) 507-0768
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Wayne Wen Yu Kao
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Monrovia, CA 91016
When life hasn't turned out the way you hoped, it's difficult to know where to go or how to make change. The decision to seek help can be a difficult process. Many times, it's much easier to sweep your struggles under the rug and put your personal happiness on the backburner. It will be my privilege and joy to work with you in developing a life path that will bring you happiness and joy. It will be my focus to help you identify the specific issues that you're struggling with, where they come from, and how to best change unhealthy patterns of living to improve your quality of life.
When life hasn't turned out the way you hoped, it's difficult to know where to go or how to make change. The decision to seek help can be a difficult process. Many times, it's much easier to sweep your struggles under the rug and put your personal happiness on the backburner. It will be my privilege and joy to work with you in developing a life path that will bring you happiness and joy. It will be my focus to help you identify the specific issues that you're struggling with, where they come from, and how to best change unhealthy patterns of living to improve your quality of life.
(626) 722-5665 View (626) 722-5665
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Tina Kathie Spaun
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Claremont, CA 91711
Life is full of challenges, you don't need to go it alone! As an active, compassionate, therapist who utilizes a strengths based approach, I can help you get through to a better tomorrow.
Life is full of challenges, you don't need to go it alone! As an active, compassionate, therapist who utilizes a strengths based approach, I can help you get through to a better tomorrow.
(626) 899-9194 View (626) 899-9194
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Arcadia, CA 91006
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(323) 417-9393 View (323) 417-9393
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Alice Elizabeth Kevork
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Arcadia, CA 91007  (Online Only)
Is life too much to handle and it's triggering anger? Sometimes it feels that way... Would you like to reach the goals you once set? Are you ready to know more about yourself and do thing and solve problems like you once did but somehow it feels overwhelming now? Are you ready to thrive? You are in the right place. Call the number above for a free phone consultation.
Is life too much to handle and it's triggering anger? Sometimes it feels that way... Would you like to reach the goals you once set? Are you ready to know more about yourself and do thing and solve problems like you once did but somehow it feels overwhelming now? Are you ready to thrive? You are in the right place. Call the number above for a free phone consultation.
(818) 724-9924 View (818) 724-9924
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Wei-Chin Hwang
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Claremont, CA 91711
Dr. Wei-Chin Hwang is a licensed clinical psychologist and professor of clinical psychology. He has two practice locations, one in Pasadena and one in Claremont, California. In his practice, he provides psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families. Dr. Hwang has over 30 years of education, training, and experience in the field of psychology. He received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from UCLA (ranked #1 in clinical psychology) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harbor UCLA Medical Center. He is a professor at Claremont McKenna College (ranked #6 among liberal arts colleges in the U.S.).
Dr. Wei-Chin Hwang is a licensed clinical psychologist and professor of clinical psychology. He has two practice locations, one in Pasadena and one in Claremont, California. In his practice, he provides psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families. Dr. Hwang has over 30 years of education, training, and experience in the field of psychology. He received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from UCLA (ranked #1 in clinical psychology) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harbor UCLA Medical Center. He is a professor at Claremont McKenna College (ranked #6 among liberal arts colleges in the U.S.).
(310) 331-8709 View (310) 331-8709
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Amy Annala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91766
I'm Amy Annala, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of life and achieve emotional well-being while becoming their best selves. The burdens we carry can be heavy, and there's no reason to do it alone. My background is in addiction counseling and therapy as well as working with court ordered clients with open Child Welfare cases. I typically work with clients presenting with concerns ranging anywhere from anxiety and depression to trauma and substance use.
I'm Amy Annala, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of life and achieve emotional well-being while becoming their best selves. The burdens we carry can be heavy, and there's no reason to do it alone. My background is in addiction counseling and therapy as well as working with court ordered clients with open Child Welfare cases. I typically work with clients presenting with concerns ranging anywhere from anxiety and depression to trauma and substance use.
(626) 602-9066 View (626) 602-9066
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Erica Nocera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temple City, CA 91780
Hi! I'm Erica Nocera, LMFT No. 141604, and I approach therapy with a warm, compassionate, and empathetic stance that helps clients find their purpose, heal, and thrive! I'd love to be given the opportunity to guide your holistic healing and transformation. With expertise in trauma-rooted anxiety and depression, recovery counseling with addictions, and women’s issues including body image, low self-esteem, and eating disorders, I'll help teach you evidence-based tools to reframe thoughts and regulate emotions, as well as explore root causes for symptom management.
Hi! I'm Erica Nocera, LMFT No. 141604, and I approach therapy with a warm, compassionate, and empathetic stance that helps clients find their purpose, heal, and thrive! I'd love to be given the opportunity to guide your holistic healing and transformation. With expertise in trauma-rooted anxiety and depression, recovery counseling with addictions, and women’s issues including body image, low self-esteem, and eating disorders, I'll help teach you evidence-based tools to reframe thoughts and regulate emotions, as well as explore root causes for symptom management.
(442) 255-7194 View (442) 255-7194
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Megan Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pomona, CA 91767
My name is Megan Moore. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I received my Master of Social Work from California State University, Fullerton in 2015. I have over 10 years of experience providing social work services in group homes, child welfare agencies, hospital settings, and outpatient mental health clinics. I am passionate about what I do and hope to continue to help others. I specialize in grief, major life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, prenatal/postpartum, Dependency Court issues, and life coaching.
My name is Megan Moore. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I received my Master of Social Work from California State University, Fullerton in 2015. I have over 10 years of experience providing social work services in group homes, child welfare agencies, hospital settings, and outpatient mental health clinics. I am passionate about what I do and hope to continue to help others. I specialize in grief, major life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, prenatal/postpartum, Dependency Court issues, and life coaching.
(323) 395-0072 View (323) 395-0072
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Roksana Sarrafan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monrovia, CA 91016
Hello, my name is Roksana Sarrafan, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I take a compassionate and client-centered approach, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and transitions. I focus on life transitions, relationship issues, and cultural identity. I understand how cultural backgrounds can impact personal and relational dynamics, and I'm dedicated to supporting clients in reaching their goals and improving their quality of life.
Hello, my name is Roksana Sarrafan, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I take a compassionate and client-centered approach, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and transitions. I focus on life transitions, relationship issues, and cultural identity. I understand how cultural backgrounds can impact personal and relational dynamics, and I'm dedicated to supporting clients in reaching their goals and improving their quality of life.
(530) 994-9259 View (530) 994-9259
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Jonathan Delgado
Associate Clinical Social Worker, DPA, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
San Dimas, CA 91773
My approach to counseling takes into account that each client is unique and views their problems and solutions from their unique perspective. Also, each client possesses unique talents and gifts that should be recognized and highlighted to strengthen their coping skills. I incorporate PCT, CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused Therapy in my practice. I find these therapies beneficial with brief therapy and to help move clients through the forest of life’s issues. I appreciate clients that identify their need for help and are willing to make life changes, and I represent the values of restoring hope, inspiring growth, and empowerment.
My approach to counseling takes into account that each client is unique and views their problems and solutions from their unique perspective. Also, each client possesses unique talents and gifts that should be recognized and highlighted to strengthen their coping skills. I incorporate PCT, CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused Therapy in my practice. I find these therapies beneficial with brief therapy and to help move clients through the forest of life’s issues. I appreciate clients that identify their need for help and are willing to make life changes, and I represent the values of restoring hope, inspiring growth, and empowerment.
(626) 669-3197 View (626) 669-3197
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Julie Mikashus Psy.D.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arcadia, CA 91006
I specialize in helping people who are going through difficult life phases and major transitions that are causing anxiety, depression, general dissatisfaction, or relationship conflict. Are you having difficulty adjusting to the end of a relationship or working through problems in your partnership? Have you suffered a loss from which you are struggling to recover? Feeling anxious about job changes, starting school, or a new role? I am here to help you cope with challenges and facilitate the change you wish to make. I'd like to help you to increase self-knowledge, improve your overall functioning, and increase life satisfaction.
I specialize in helping people who are going through difficult life phases and major transitions that are causing anxiety, depression, general dissatisfaction, or relationship conflict. Are you having difficulty adjusting to the end of a relationship or working through problems in your partnership? Have you suffered a loss from which you are struggling to recover? Feeling anxious about job changes, starting school, or a new role? I am here to help you cope with challenges and facilitate the change you wish to make. I'd like to help you to increase self-knowledge, improve your overall functioning, and increase life satisfaction.
(626) 436-3299 View (626) 436-3299
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Arianna Escobar
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
La Verne, CA 91750
Hello, my name is Arianna Escobar I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I provide plenty of space for clients to share their stories and process through current and past problems that are affecting them. I work with young adults and specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, and depression.
Hello, my name is Arianna Escobar I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I provide plenty of space for clients to share their stories and process through current and past problems that are affecting them. I work with young adults and specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, and depression.
(925) 371-9918 View (925) 371-9918
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Kieu Lien Hatch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Baldwin Park, CA 91706  (Online Only)
Are you feeling frustrated, hopeless, or "stuck" and don't know how to move forward in your life? Does nothing seem to be working out? I would love the opportunity to instill hope in you! I will provide a safe place for you to share your life experiences with non-judgmental support and genuine care. I look forward to journey with you step by step, on this incredible road to emotional health and healing. Living an empowering, new lifestyle with direction, purpose and passion is the incredible life change I am passionate to help you achieve!
Are you feeling frustrated, hopeless, or "stuck" and don't know how to move forward in your life? Does nothing seem to be working out? I would love the opportunity to instill hope in you! I will provide a safe place for you to share your life experiences with non-judgmental support and genuine care. I look forward to journey with you step by step, on this incredible road to emotional health and healing. Living an empowering, new lifestyle with direction, purpose and passion is the incredible life change I am passionate to help you achieve!
(626) 325-0685 View (626) 325-0685
Weight Loss Therapists

What is the relationship between weight management and mental health?

Mental health can be significantly influenced by one's physical health, so overall improvements in one's quality of life as a result of improved physical functioning from weight loss can have an overall positive impact on an individual's mental health and allow them to engage more readily in everyday activities. In addition, many strategies used to manage weight, such as exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, are also associated with reducing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Individuals may also benefit from the improved self-esteem and self-efficacy that can come with successful weight management.

What is the psychological approach to losing weight?

While there are no specific therapy modalities specifically for weight loss, common psychological therapies can be highly effective in helping clients make lasting lifestyle changes. This may be called the "psychological approach" to weight loss because it does not rely on physical interventions, such as medication or weight loss surgery, to help clients lose weight. Weight loss counseling can be used in addition to or instead of such physical interventions. Some clients simply seek therapy to address the challenges that may accompany weight loss in general, including negative thoughts surrounding their body, disordered eating patterns, or difficulty completing daily tasks as a result of their weight challenges. In such cases, therapists will often utilize behavioral coaching or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help clients understand how their thoughts may be influencing their diet and physical activity patterns.

What type of therapy is commonly used in weight loss counseling?

Weight loss counseling often involves a combination of therapy and psychoeducation. Common techniques used by weight loss counselors include journaling, thought diaries, and other Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies that encourage clients to consider how their feelings about their weight loss impact their mental health. Weight loss counselors may also teach clients mindfulness exercises, which can be used by clients during and after eating to be more aware of physical cues from their body surrounding eating. Some clients looking for weight loss therapy may also benefit from group therapy approaches, which utilize the power of social connection and accountability to help clients adhere to their weight loss plan.

Is therapy recommended for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery?

While therapy is not a requirement for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery, many individuals undergoing weight loss surgery may benefit from seeing a counselor. Prior to surgery, counselors can help clients decide whether surgical weight loss is a good fit for them and assist in surgery preparation. Post-surgery, counselors can assist clients with the psychological component of maintaining their weight loss, as well as help clients navigate any postoperative pain. Throughout the surgical process, therapists can help clients process body-image challenges that may come with dramatic changes in weight, as well as manage symptoms of anxiety or depression that may accompany the major life changes bariatric surgery can bring.