Obesity Therapists in Bradenton, FL
Lakewood Ranch Family Counseling
Counselor, MEd, EdS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34211
Tired of feeling misunderstood, angry, or resentful of your partner/ spouse? Perhaps your marriage is stuck in a rut or falling apart, and you want to save, restore & enhance your emotional connection. If you've grown distant & discouraged in your relationship, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy can help you & your partner become more emotionally engaged & responsive to each other. Over the last decade, I've helped many distressed teens, adults, couples, and families heal emotional injuries, repair conflicts & create greater closeness and intimacy with their loved ones. I invite you to take charge and make positive changes in your life & relationships by calling me today.
Tired of feeling misunderstood, angry, or resentful of your partner/ spouse? Perhaps your marriage is stuck in a rut or falling apart, and you want to save, restore & enhance your emotional connection. If you've grown distant & discouraged in your relationship, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy can help you & your partner become more emotionally engaged & responsive to each other. Over the last decade, I've helped many distressed teens, adults, couples, and families heal emotional injuries, repair conflicts & create greater closeness and intimacy with their loved ones. I invite you to take charge and make positive changes in your life & relationships by calling me today.
Have you experienced trauma or are you coping with PTSD? Have you found yourself in the midst of family conflict? Are you struggling with an eating disorder? I'm passionate about helping people through their struggles and begin the journey to emotional and mental healing.
Have you experienced trauma or are you coping with PTSD? Have you found yourself in the midst of family conflict? Are you struggling with an eating disorder? I'm passionate about helping people through their struggles and begin the journey to emotional and mental healing.
Todd A Shapiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34203 (Online Only)
I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist in the states of Florida and Connecticut. I have 40+ years of clinical experience and I hold 2 Masters Degrees from Syracuse University. I'm a member of the Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) statewide association attending annual conferences so that I can remain current with trends and advances in evidenced-based social practice. I've spent 4 decades helping others find and bring harmony and structure into their lives. Life happens and no one has to face it alone. I'm here to help you sort through difficult issues and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment.
I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist in the states of Florida and Connecticut. I have 40+ years of clinical experience and I hold 2 Masters Degrees from Syracuse University. I'm a member of the Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) statewide association attending annual conferences so that I can remain current with trends and advances in evidenced-based social practice. I've spent 4 decades helping others find and bring harmony and structure into their lives. Life happens and no one has to face it alone. I'm here to help you sort through difficult issues and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment.
Emily Abeledo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34209
I ONLY take SELF-PAY clients; No Insurance. I work with people in transition: change of career, moves, divorce, new parents, marriage, bereavement, entrepreneurs. I want to help you change your life in the direction of your dreams. I will offer you gentle redirection and will be a coach, by your side, giving you encouragement and techniques to increase your arsenal for life and relationships. I will help you see the connection between your thoughts, emotions and behaviors to catapult you to a transformed and improved life. If you are ready to make changes in your life...call me or text me!
I ONLY take SELF-PAY clients; No Insurance. I work with people in transition: change of career, moves, divorce, new parents, marriage, bereavement, entrepreneurs. I want to help you change your life in the direction of your dreams. I will offer you gentle redirection and will be a coach, by your side, giving you encouragement and techniques to increase your arsenal for life and relationships. I will help you see the connection between your thoughts, emotions and behaviors to catapult you to a transformed and improved life. If you are ready to make changes in your life...call me or text me!
I have over 22 years of experience as a psychotherapist, practicing in various settings. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both the State of Florida and New York, having earned two Master's degrees from Long Island University. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I hold certifications in several treatment modalities including Brain Paint (Neurofeedback), Beautiful Me (self-esteem program for teens), Nature Informed Therapy, mindfulness and trauma resolution. I take a holistic approach to healing that helps to uncover the root cause of non-productive thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
I have over 22 years of experience as a psychotherapist, practicing in various settings. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both the State of Florida and New York, having earned two Master's degrees from Long Island University. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I hold certifications in several treatment modalities including Brain Paint (Neurofeedback), Beautiful Me (self-esteem program for teens), Nature Informed Therapy, mindfulness and trauma resolution. I take a holistic approach to healing that helps to uncover the root cause of non-productive thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
I offer over 28 years of clinical experience to address your emotional & physical issues with counseling and evidence based natural medicine. We have all experienced emotions that manifest in our bodies as pain. You may experience stomach pain after an argument or headache at work. You may notice you get anxiety that feels like low blood sugar signals. Emotions manifest in our bodies and our body gives us signals. I help guide people into understanding how to listen to their body while including Cognitive Behavioral therapy for attaining a stronger sense of self. Mindfulness starts when we reside in our bodies; empowerment follows!
I offer over 28 years of clinical experience to address your emotional & physical issues with counseling and evidence based natural medicine. We have all experienced emotions that manifest in our bodies as pain. You may experience stomach pain after an argument or headache at work. You may notice you get anxiety that feels like low blood sugar signals. Emotions manifest in our bodies and our body gives us signals. I help guide people into understanding how to listen to their body while including Cognitive Behavioral therapy for attaining a stronger sense of self. Mindfulness starts when we reside in our bodies; empowerment follows!
Do you feel lost but you're not sure where to begin? It's time to break free from the cycles of diets, stress, overthinking everything & maybe even binge eating. While life may look good on the outside, the inner struggle & insecurities can be overwhelming. When you’re busy overthinking everything, it can be difficult to find confidence or feel content at the end of the day. Get out from under the self doubt and recover from the stress that’s slowly taken over your life.
Do you feel lost but you're not sure where to begin? It's time to break free from the cycles of diets, stress, overthinking everything & maybe even binge eating. While life may look good on the outside, the inner struggle & insecurities can be overwhelming. When you’re busy overthinking everything, it can be difficult to find confidence or feel content at the end of the day. Get out from under the self doubt and recover from the stress that’s slowly taken over your life.
Mary Moonen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAP
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34209 (Online Only)
Many times when people call, they have concerns including: Mental Health issues, Addiction, Family, Couples,Relationships,Problems, Work Stress, Medical Conditions, Trauma, Loss, Grief, or everyday stressors. I will treat you with utmost dignity, and respect, honoring your cultural/ religious values. My creative approaches are what my clients like the best. I have used music, appropriate use of humor, and other artisitc ways to help people express themselves. As a TEAM, we will work TOGETHER to identify, set and achieve your goals, and I give you tangible strategies to reach them.
Many times when people call, they have concerns including: Mental Health issues, Addiction, Family, Couples,Relationships,Problems, Work Stress, Medical Conditions, Trauma, Loss, Grief, or everyday stressors. I will treat you with utmost dignity, and respect, honoring your cultural/ religious values. My creative approaches are what my clients like the best. I have used music, appropriate use of humor, and other artisitc ways to help people express themselves. As a TEAM, we will work TOGETHER to identify, set and achieve your goals, and I give you tangible strategies to reach them.
Does life look good on the outside, but you're secretly struggling? Are you wishing for the day when you can wake up and not feel lost? Or maybe, no matter what you've tried, you can't shake the overwhelm that keeps you up at night? The constant doubt, people pleasing, overthinking & procrastination have an impact on you and your relationships. Feeling good about yourself (and your life!) is NOT impossible; but I understand your struggle, because feeling stuck & overwhelmed are where many of my clients start.
Does life look good on the outside, but you're secretly struggling? Are you wishing for the day when you can wake up and not feel lost? Or maybe, no matter what you've tried, you can't shake the overwhelm that keeps you up at night? The constant doubt, people pleasing, overthinking & procrastination have an impact on you and your relationships. Feeling good about yourself (and your life!) is NOT impossible; but I understand your struggle, because feeling stuck & overwhelmed are where many of my clients start.
At Reflections, we love helping people to find peace and joy again, and to experience their personal, family, and financial dreams coming true as well. We help our clients to deal with problematic thoughts and behaviors and life stress in general also. We work from a Christian framework and we "dig" only as deeply as needed to correct the problem(s). Our coaches specifically focus on meeting your goals for a promising future! In addition to our in-person work, we also offer online courses that individuals can take in the privacy of their own home!
At Reflections, we love helping people to find peace and joy again, and to experience their personal, family, and financial dreams coming true as well. We help our clients to deal with problematic thoughts and behaviors and life stress in general also. We work from a Christian framework and we "dig" only as deeply as needed to correct the problem(s). Our coaches specifically focus on meeting your goals for a promising future! In addition to our in-person work, we also offer online courses that individuals can take in the privacy of their own home!
Patricia Bryant-Renfro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34207
My journey of helping individuals and families began as a child and family social worker. I worked closely with individuals and families to provide support and services to ensure all their needs were met and they had all the services available to help them thrive. I have worked as a trauma specific therapist, helping children who have had traumatic experiences learn to cope and manage their thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
My journey of helping individuals and families began as a child and family social worker. I worked closely with individuals and families to provide support and services to ensure all their needs were met and they had all the services available to help them thrive. I have worked as a trauma specific therapist, helping children who have had traumatic experiences learn to cope and manage their thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
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I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
My experience includes working in a state psychiatric hospital, mental health court, skilled nursing facility, & individual therapy. As a result, I am experienced working with individuals suffering from a broad range of severe & persistent mental illness: depression, anxiety, stress, bipolar disorder, anger issues, trauma, binge eating disorder, and more. Amongst others, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for individuals with trauma/PTSD.
My experience includes working in a state psychiatric hospital, mental health court, skilled nursing facility, & individual therapy. As a result, I am experienced working with individuals suffering from a broad range of severe & persistent mental illness: depression, anxiety, stress, bipolar disorder, anger issues, trauma, binge eating disorder, and more. Amongst others, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for individuals with trauma/PTSD.
"Our goal is to get you back to being you". Psychological services are offered for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties.
Dr. McKay is a clinical psychologist providing evidence-based treatment, such as cognitive-behavioral or dialectical behavioral therapy. She has extensive experience working with patients who have eating disorders or medical problems, as well as onducting psychological evaluations. Dr. McKay is also a Level 2 Gottman Therapist using an evidence-based method to help couples build a better relationship.
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in the community and treat all of our patients with respect and compassion.
"Our goal is to get you back to being you". Psychological services are offered for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties.
Dr. McKay is a clinical psychologist providing evidence-based treatment, such as cognitive-behavioral or dialectical behavioral therapy. She has extensive experience working with patients who have eating disorders or medical problems, as well as onducting psychological evaluations. Dr. McKay is also a Level 2 Gottman Therapist using an evidence-based method to help couples build a better relationship.
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in the community and treat all of our patients with respect and compassion.
Mary G Davenport
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34207
I am a PhD Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & aasect Certified Sex Therapist. I have been a leader in the field of family therapy and sex therapy since 1974. Trained at the University of Pennsylvania, I bring a wealth of experience and a personalized approach to my private practice in Sarasota, Florida. I provide specialized support for transgender and non-binary individuals and their families. I am dedicated to creating an environment that respects and celebrates the diversity of gender identities and sexual orientation.
I am a PhD Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & aasect Certified Sex Therapist. I have been a leader in the field of family therapy and sex therapy since 1974. Trained at the University of Pennsylvania, I bring a wealth of experience and a personalized approach to my private practice in Sarasota, Florida. I provide specialized support for transgender and non-binary individuals and their families. I am dedicated to creating an environment that respects and celebrates the diversity of gender identities and sexual orientation.
Our goal is to get you back to being you. Dr. Goldfarb is a Yale trained psychologist who offers psychological services for mood and anxiety disorders including depression, anxiety, addictions, ADHD/ADD, stress, grief and loss, infertility, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and chronic pain. We work with individuals, couples, and families. We treat children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Goldfarb provides evidence-based treatment, including psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy. She has extensive training in working with clients with eating and weight disorders. She also specializes in conducting psychological evaluations/assessments for children and adults, including gifted testing and forensic evaluations.
Our goal is to get you back to being you. Dr. Goldfarb is a Yale trained psychologist who offers psychological services for mood and anxiety disorders including depression, anxiety, addictions, ADHD/ADD, stress, grief and loss, infertility, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and chronic pain. We work with individuals, couples, and families. We treat children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Goldfarb provides evidence-based treatment, including psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy. She has extensive training in working with clients with eating and weight disorders. She also specializes in conducting psychological evaluations/assessments for children and adults, including gifted testing and forensic evaluations.
Roxanne Pratt
Counselor, MS, MPH, LMHC, NCC, CHES
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34202 (Online Only)
I specialize in children, teens, young adults and parenting, with 20 years of experience counseling this population. Issues addressed include: behavior issues, anxiety and depression, school issues, family issues (including separated, divorced and blended families), self-esteem, peer issues, weight & eating issues including emotional eating, stress eating and binge eating, special needs, and clients living with chronic medical conditions. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, positive psychology, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and others. Counseling tailored to clients' needs.
I specialize in children, teens, young adults and parenting, with 20 years of experience counseling this population. Issues addressed include: behavior issues, anxiety and depression, school issues, family issues (including separated, divorced and blended families), self-esteem, peer issues, weight & eating issues including emotional eating, stress eating and binge eating, special needs, and clients living with chronic medical conditions. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, positive psychology, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and others. Counseling tailored to clients' needs.
M. Shawn Kellerman
Counselor, LMHC, SAP, MAC, CAP, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34201
How do you do?! I'm Shawn. Although in no way limited to the succeeding, I currently specialize in the treatments of: Addiction; Anxiety; Coaching; Co-Occurring Disorders; Depression; Dual Diagnosis Disorders; EAP's; 1:1; Conjoint Familial; Conjoint Marital; Conjoint Partner; LGBTQIA; and Specialized Group Therapies. Other than the exception of Group, which can run for up to an hour and a half, sessions usually run for an hour in duration. I've been working with the services, aforementioned for over 21 years.
How do you do?! I'm Shawn. Although in no way limited to the succeeding, I currently specialize in the treatments of: Addiction; Anxiety; Coaching; Co-Occurring Disorders; Depression; Dual Diagnosis Disorders; EAP's; 1:1; Conjoint Familial; Conjoint Marital; Conjoint Partner; LGBTQIA; and Specialized Group Therapies. Other than the exception of Group, which can run for up to an hour and a half, sessions usually run for an hour in duration. I've been working with the services, aforementioned for over 21 years.
Dr. Sharon Diane Forrest
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, MBA, BA, LMFT, PCC
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34203
Are you overwhelmed by depression, guilt, anger, fear, alcoholism, drug addition, grief, or heartbreak and feel out of control of your life or relationships? My practice focuses on the individual, family, and marriage in a Christ-centered counseling setting. With a Doctorate in Education-Pastoral Counseling/ MBA in Business, I provide a unique form of therapy addressing your spiritual and professional needs collectively. I seek to assist you in re-shaping the circumstances that have temporarily gotten you off track. You may have experienced a setback but working together we can make this a SET UP for something GREAT!
Are you overwhelmed by depression, guilt, anger, fear, alcoholism, drug addition, grief, or heartbreak and feel out of control of your life or relationships? My practice focuses on the individual, family, and marriage in a Christ-centered counseling setting. With a Doctorate in Education-Pastoral Counseling/ MBA in Business, I provide a unique form of therapy addressing your spiritual and professional needs collectively. I seek to assist you in re-shaping the circumstances that have temporarily gotten you off track. You may have experienced a setback but working together we can make this a SET UP for something GREAT!
Dori Corrado Gay
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34204 (Online Only)
I am a solution focused therapist specializing in couples therapy and families impacted by substance abuse issues. My skills include assessing individuals who might need treatment and utilizing my network of facilities to place that individual in the appropriate level of care. Once someone attains sobriety I believe I am well qualified to help them achieve long term sobriety through lifestyle change and work with the family unit. My approach to couples Therapy is to identify the issues and help the couple come to an agreement of specific, identifiable changes that will heal the relationship for long term success.
I am a solution focused therapist specializing in couples therapy and families impacted by substance abuse issues. My skills include assessing individuals who might need treatment and utilizing my network of facilities to place that individual in the appropriate level of care. Once someone attains sobriety I believe I am well qualified to help them achieve long term sobriety through lifestyle change and work with the family unit. My approach to couples Therapy is to identify the issues and help the couple come to an agreement of specific, identifiable changes that will heal the relationship for long term success.
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Obesity Therapists
Can obesity be a cause of depression and anxiety?
Yes. It can be stressful and debilitating to carry excess weight. Many people make inaccurate assumptions about people who are overweight. This stigma may lead individuals to feel badly about themselves, decreasing their self-esteem, or leading to feelings of worthlessness. An association between obesity and depression is well-established.
When should an individual seek treatment for obesity?
When obesity, or the feelings it causes, creates a disruption in your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Examples include avoiding social situations due to anxiety, an inability to participate in family life as a result of health problems, or poor performance at work due to low self-esteem or other concerns.
Are there specific medications for weight loss?
There are several prescription drugs that can help with weight loss, including semaglutide and phentermine. These drugs reduce appetite and must be prescribed by a physician. Professionals will suggest lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, before turning to drugs, which have side effects and typically are prescribed only for a short duration. Many people regain weight after taking weight loss drugs if they have not made significant lifestyle changes.
What is body positivity?
Body positivity is a cultural movement that promotes the acceptance of bodies of all sizes and types, rather than those that conform to societal ideals of beauty. It places self-worth, self-acceptance, and an appreciation for one’s body as goals to achieve a happier, healthier attitude about oneself and others, focusing on who a person is rather than what they look like.