Obesity Therapists in Springfield, MA
Jessica Lynn Beard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01118 (Online Only)
Life is hard! We wonder when will the roller coaster end. Although we cannot always prevent the roller coaster from presenting itself, we can control how we ride it. I am a woman of faith who has a personal relationship with God. I have found purpose through helping others work toward finding their purpose by healing and building self-worth. I offer individual focused therapeutic guidance as well as a structured 12-week group therapy option. Let's begin your journey toward a happier and healthier mindset.
Life is hard! We wonder when will the roller coaster end. Although we cannot always prevent the roller coaster from presenting itself, we can control how we ride it. I am a woman of faith who has a personal relationship with God. I have found purpose through helping others work toward finding their purpose by healing and building self-worth. I offer individual focused therapeutic guidance as well as a structured 12-week group therapy option. Let's begin your journey toward a happier and healthier mindset.
Having either been through challenges or currently existing in crisis, my clients want to stop merely surviving and instead begin thriving. They see the way things are, and they are no longer satisfied with it. My clients seek understanding, internal peace, and personal growth. They need help clarifying their goals and identifying the methods by which to achieve them. They want to live a life based on their personal values, uninhibited by mental health challenges or relational struggles.
Having either been through challenges or currently existing in crisis, my clients want to stop merely surviving and instead begin thriving. They see the way things are, and they are no longer satisfied with it. My clients seek understanding, internal peace, and personal growth. They need help clarifying their goals and identifying the methods by which to achieve them. They want to live a life based on their personal values, uninhibited by mental health challenges or relational struggles.
My ideal patient comes with an open mind to participate in talk therapy and narrative therapy. Ready to start a process - not necessarily eager to engage but wanting to make a change. They are sick and tired of being sick and tired.
My ideal patient comes with an open mind to participate in talk therapy and narrative therapy. Ready to start a process - not necessarily eager to engage but wanting to make a change. They are sick and tired of being sick and tired.
Matthew Krieger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01103 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Imagine a life in which your painful memories no longer keep you stuck, but instead give you power and strength - a life in which you're able to do the things you want to do, and work towards achieving your aspirations. This is the goal of many of my clients and I have been fortunate enough to see many of them succeed. Many of the clients that I work with have gone through overwhelming experiences that they feel still have control over their lives. Many of them are dealing with anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and some just need a little help through a difficult change in their life.
Imagine a life in which your painful memories no longer keep you stuck, but instead give you power and strength - a life in which you're able to do the things you want to do, and work towards achieving your aspirations. This is the goal of many of my clients and I have been fortunate enough to see many of them succeed. Many of the clients that I work with have gone through overwhelming experiences that they feel still have control over their lives. Many of them are dealing with anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and some just need a little help through a difficult change in their life.
Benjamin Paul Ocasio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LICSW, LADC I
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01144 (Online Only)
One Monarch Place, Suite 530 Springfield, MA 01144 4134043548
One Monarch Place, Suite 530 Springfield, MA 01144 4134043548
Marielis Miranda
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01129 (Online Only)
You are not alone. Life is full of ups and downs, with many challenges. Each transition can bring stress, anxiety, fear, insecurities, and negative emotions. Together we can embark on YOUR journey of self-discovery, by building daily skills around empathy, self compassion building healthy relationships.
You are not alone. Life is full of ups and downs, with many challenges. Each transition can bring stress, anxiety, fear, insecurities, and negative emotions. Together we can embark on YOUR journey of self-discovery, by building daily skills around empathy, self compassion building healthy relationships.
Maury Abrams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01109
As your therapist, I look forward to hearing about your needs, collaborating with you to define your goals, and starting you on a course toward achieving them. My specialties include anxiety, trauma / PTSD, depression, grief, adjustment, and relationship issues. I have an eclectic approach to talk therapy, offering as indicated trauma-informed EMDR tools and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a form of psychotherapy incorporating Mindfulness, Cognitive, and Dialectical practices.
As your therapist, I look forward to hearing about your needs, collaborating with you to define your goals, and starting you on a course toward achieving them. My specialties include anxiety, trauma / PTSD, depression, grief, adjustment, and relationship issues. I have an eclectic approach to talk therapy, offering as indicated trauma-informed EMDR tools and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a form of psychotherapy incorporating Mindfulness, Cognitive, and Dialectical practices.
Greetings. I am a general practitioner with 20 years of experience providing psychological services. My training and practice covers the human life span. Individuals, couples, and Families are welcome. I use a unique, innovative, culturally appropriate approach that is based on best practices derived from empirical and qualitative research. With all my clients, I seek to help them pursue the full unfolding of their true self, and close the gap between their present reality and their ideal. Making changes can be difficult, but I want to congratulate you on taking the first step.
Greetings. I am a general practitioner with 20 years of experience providing psychological services. My training and practice covers the human life span. Individuals, couples, and Families are welcome. I use a unique, innovative, culturally appropriate approach that is based on best practices derived from empirical and qualitative research. With all my clients, I seek to help them pursue the full unfolding of their true self, and close the gap between their present reality and their ideal. Making changes can be difficult, but I want to congratulate you on taking the first step.
JourNey Towards Healing U, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, M,Ed, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01106 (Online Only)
Greetings, I'm glad you are here, that means you have figured out you deserve to have a better life for yourself and have taken that first step, Awesome! As we go through life's transitions, at times we may find ourselves at a crossroads feeling stuck, drained of energy and discouraged. Please come with me and take this journey towards healing you as we work together to help you find your inner strength & voice while challenging those negative thoughts and emotions that are holding you back. Allow me to teach you valuable skills to help you move forward. I I also conduct assessments for Bariatric surgery & Perinatal mood disorders.
Greetings, I'm glad you are here, that means you have figured out you deserve to have a better life for yourself and have taken that first step, Awesome! As we go through life's transitions, at times we may find ourselves at a crossroads feeling stuck, drained of energy and discouraged. Please come with me and take this journey towards healing you as we work together to help you find your inner strength & voice while challenging those negative thoughts and emotions that are holding you back. Allow me to teach you valuable skills to help you move forward. I I also conduct assessments for Bariatric surgery & Perinatal mood disorders.
New Inspiration Teen Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CCBT, MSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01101
We're the therapists for "kids who don't like therapy." These days - especially - teens are too often suffering and struggling in their homes and in our schools. And everyone could use some help: kids, parents, and the caring professionals in our schools. Throughout the state, our therapists and life coaches serve as "part of the team," helping teens to feel better, and do better. Together, we'll explore and better understand what's been happening, how to change patterns, and how to get better results!
We're the therapists for "kids who don't like therapy." These days - especially - teens are too often suffering and struggling in their homes and in our schools. And everyone could use some help: kids, parents, and the caring professionals in our schools. Throughout the state, our therapists and life coaches serve as "part of the team," helping teens to feel better, and do better. Together, we'll explore and better understand what's been happening, how to change patterns, and how to get better results!
I specialize in using mindfulness, meditation, movement, nutrition, supplementation, and holistic modalities. I enjoy working with people seeking to make a change in their health and discover their inner-potential. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, elderly, couples and families.
I specialize in using mindfulness, meditation, movement, nutrition, supplementation, and holistic modalities. I enjoy working with people seeking to make a change in their health and discover their inner-potential. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, elderly, couples and families.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01108 (Online Only)
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
Anxiety Specialist, Amanda Urato, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01108 (Online Only)
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety - whether it’s from external demands or internal struggles. Maybe it's social anxiety, "a life transition," or healing from trauma. Or maybe it's something more general, like you want to feel more "in control" of your emotions…and your life. I can help. Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your challenges, empowering you to move forward - with skill and confidence. I use “treatments that work” (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, etc). But we’ll find what works for YOU. Lastly, I don’t just want you to just “feel better.” I want you to live your best life. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety - whether it’s from external demands or internal struggles. Maybe it's social anxiety, "a life transition," or healing from trauma. Or maybe it's something more general, like you want to feel more "in control" of your emotions…and your life. I can help. Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your challenges, empowering you to move forward - with skill and confidence. I use “treatments that work” (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, etc). But we’ll find what works for YOU. Lastly, I don’t just want you to just “feel better.” I want you to live your best life. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
Maya A. Williams
Counselor, LMHC, CCTP-II, ADHDCSP, CCATP, MA PGS
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01106 (Online Only)
I acknowledge the systemic disparities and have a solid commitment to providing culturally sensitive, inclusive, and integrative care for BIPOC, the LGBTQIA+ community, and other marginalized communities. I specialize and/or have experience counseling adults with ADHD, complex trauma, difficulty managing anger or mood, relationship and/or family discord, phase of life circumstances, post-incarceration, grief, anxiety, problem gambling behaviors, racial trauma and identities, depression, parenting concerns, gender or identity expression, self-esteem, or body image concerns, and chronic medical conditions.
I acknowledge the systemic disparities and have a solid commitment to providing culturally sensitive, inclusive, and integrative care for BIPOC, the LGBTQIA+ community, and other marginalized communities. I specialize and/or have experience counseling adults with ADHD, complex trauma, difficulty managing anger or mood, relationship and/or family discord, phase of life circumstances, post-incarceration, grief, anxiety, problem gambling behaviors, racial trauma and identities, depression, parenting concerns, gender or identity expression, self-esteem, or body image concerns, and chronic medical conditions.
Elizabeth Hammond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01101 (Online Only)
Your relationship with food and your body has taken over your life, and you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and alone. You may be fed up with the shame, tired of having no control, or sick of feeling isolated. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to leave the eating disorder behind. You want to feel confident and in control of your emotions. Most of all, you’re ready to reconnect with yourself.
Your relationship with food and your body has taken over your life, and you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and alone. You may be fed up with the shame, tired of having no control, or sick of feeling isolated. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to leave the eating disorder behind. You want to feel confident and in control of your emotions. Most of all, you’re ready to reconnect with yourself.
Peter Hirschman
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01101
Not accepting new clients
People come to counseling to seek support around jobs, relationships, addictive patterns, in hopes to live a more fulfilling and joyful life. I am a seasoned licensed mental health therapist that specializes in supporting adults and couples. I have advanced training in cognitive behavioral therapy and nutrition. I support clients currently with anxiety disorders, depression, and addictions.
People come to counseling to seek support around jobs, relationships, addictive patterns, in hopes to live a more fulfilling and joyful life. I am a seasoned licensed mental health therapist that specializes in supporting adults and couples. I have advanced training in cognitive behavioral therapy and nutrition. I support clients currently with anxiety disorders, depression, and addictions.
Carly Murphy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01108 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a licensed psychologist, I am a life balance expert. Whether life feels "out of whack" due to challenges such as life transitions, depression, anxiety, or relationship issues, I can help you to learn new tools to cope, find balance, and create a different future. I strive to be both flexible and practical in my approach to therapy; it is important that you feel that you are getting what you need when you leave my office- and if you're not quite sure what that is, we can work to figure it out together.
As a licensed psychologist, I am a life balance expert. Whether life feels "out of whack" due to challenges such as life transitions, depression, anxiety, or relationship issues, I can help you to learn new tools to cope, find balance, and create a different future. I strive to be both flexible and practical in my approach to therapy; it is important that you feel that you are getting what you need when you leave my office- and if you're not quite sure what that is, we can work to figure it out together.
Driven Directions Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01101
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy helping adults (22 yo+) work through issues including depression, multicultural issues, trauma, grief/loss, and anxiety. I provide individual, family, & couple's therapy. I am LGBTQ+ allied. My therapeutic style is a balance of warm reassurance, flexibility, and direct feedback. I am passionate about providing attentive listening. I want you to feel heard and valued.
I enjoy helping adults (22 yo+) work through issues including depression, multicultural issues, trauma, grief/loss, and anxiety. I provide individual, family, & couple's therapy. I am LGBTQ+ allied. My therapeutic style is a balance of warm reassurance, flexibility, and direct feedback. I am passionate about providing attentive listening. I want you to feel heard and valued.
Cheryl E. Medina
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01108
Not accepting new clients
I am a graduate from American International College where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I continued my learning endeavors where I earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience in individual counseling that centers around individuals that struggle with depression, anxiety, anger issues as well as working with families, elders and adolescents.
I am a graduate from American International College where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I continued my learning endeavors where I earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience in individual counseling that centers around individuals that struggle with depression, anxiety, anger issues as well as working with families, elders and adolescents.
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Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, or issues from the past the you just can't seem to let go of? Exploring your thoughts and feelings in the context of a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship with an experienced therapist is often helpful. I have many years experience helping people of all ages work through their hurt and pain. I utilize an empathic approach that stems from my training in pyschodynamic therapy and familly systems theory.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, or issues from the past the you just can't seem to let go of? Exploring your thoughts and feelings in the context of a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship with an experienced therapist is often helpful. I have many years experience helping people of all ages work through their hurt and pain. I utilize an empathic approach that stems from my training in pyschodynamic therapy and familly systems theory.
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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.