Weight Loss Therapists in Hagerstown, MD
Limited daytime spots open! Accepting Clients for In Person (or virtual) Therapy in Hagerstown MD! Hello, my name is Kimberly and I am a mental health therapist who is committed to helping clients learn how to overcome obstacles and become the hero of their own story. I am looking forward to helping you discover your most authentic self. Let’s partner together to help you find the healing you deserve!
Limited daytime spots open! Accepting Clients for In Person (or virtual) Therapy in Hagerstown MD! Hello, my name is Kimberly and I am a mental health therapist who is committed to helping clients learn how to overcome obstacles and become the hero of their own story. I am looking forward to helping you discover your most authentic self. Let’s partner together to help you find the healing you deserve!
Tricia Doherty
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, Supervi
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hagerstown, MD 21740
I have 20 years of experience counseling and assisting others through various challenges. I am an LCPC- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Maryland. I specialize in counseling clients with PTSD, Complex PTSD, abuse history, and other trauma. I offer EMDR ( eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and IFS ( internal family systems) counseling modalities as well as CBT, ACT, Gestalt, Biofeedback, and DBT. I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families.
I have 20 years of experience counseling and assisting others through various challenges. I am an LCPC- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Maryland. I specialize in counseling clients with PTSD, Complex PTSD, abuse history, and other trauma. I offer EMDR ( eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and IFS ( internal family systems) counseling modalities as well as CBT, ACT, Gestalt, Biofeedback, and DBT. I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families.
Melissa Clawson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Ideally, I try to create a comfortable environment so that the client can feel a connection. I realize that one of the hardest things to do as a person, is to admit that you need to talk a problem through with someone outside of your circle of family and friends. When meeting with the client, I try to distinguish where they are and go above and beyond to make the therapeutic process a success.
Ideally, I try to create a comfortable environment so that the client can feel a connection. I realize that one of the hardest things to do as a person, is to admit that you need to talk a problem through with someone outside of your circle of family and friends. When meeting with the client, I try to distinguish where they are and go above and beyond to make the therapeutic process a success.
Empower and Evolve with JoAnn Sheffield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, ACC, LCAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Waitlist for new clients
The last couple of years have definitely been challenging. I have found that most people fall into three categories: survival, acceptance, or growth. My ideal client is someone who is highly motivated who wants change. They are tired of being stressed, burned out, and in survival mode. These individuals are seeking something different than what traditional therapies offer. They are ready to move on to the next level. As a life coach, I work to empower clients to overcome stress, burnout, and life challenges. This process involves healing, discovery, transformation, and learning valuable life lessons along the way.
The last couple of years have definitely been challenging. I have found that most people fall into three categories: survival, acceptance, or growth. My ideal client is someone who is highly motivated who wants change. They are tired of being stressed, burned out, and in survival mode. These individuals are seeking something different than what traditional therapies offer. They are ready to move on to the next level. As a life coach, I work to empower clients to overcome stress, burnout, and life challenges. This process involves healing, discovery, transformation, and learning valuable life lessons along the way.
Cynthia K Hodge LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21742
I work with clients suffering from CPTSD, depression or anxiety. My focus is on helping people process and move through old issues by eliminating the emotions attached to those events by using EFT or Energy Psychology which I've been using for 22 years. I believe that therapy should be a positive experience and that you should look forward to that healing process. I also use hypnosis for numerous issues.
I work with clients suffering from CPTSD, depression or anxiety. My focus is on helping people process and move through old issues by eliminating the emotions attached to those events by using EFT or Energy Psychology which I've been using for 22 years. I believe that therapy should be a positive experience and that you should look forward to that healing process. I also use hypnosis for numerous issues.
Nadell Asuru-Acey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21746 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with children, adolescents and families. Most of my experience has been with younger clients facing Domestic Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Family Conflict, Depression, and PTSD. I believe it is important for me to have a collaborative professional relationship with each client so that we can collectively meet the client's needs.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents and families. Most of my experience has been with younger clients facing Domestic Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Family Conflict, Depression, and PTSD. I believe it is important for me to have a collaborative professional relationship with each client so that we can collectively meet the client's needs.
Egypt Buie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Online Only)
Egypt Buie, LCPC. I am EMDR trained and have a host of experience with trauma, MDD, and GAD. I have always been the person that people have been able to confide in. Growing up I always provided support and guidance to my friends and family .I grew to love supporting others. I am a safe space. our sessions are your place to be your true and authentic self. Unmasking is welcome in our interactions.
Egypt Buie, LCPC. I am EMDR trained and have a host of experience with trauma, MDD, and GAD. I have always been the person that people have been able to confide in. Growing up I always provided support and guidance to my friends and family .I grew to love supporting others. I am a safe space. our sessions are your place to be your true and authentic self. Unmasking is welcome in our interactions.
Aryn Hundley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LGMFT, LGPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hagerstown, MD 21740
It's hard to know what to write for these kinds of things. I'm being asked to write about my ideal client, which makes sense in theory, but I have a lot of ideal clients. When someone comes in to see me, they are my focus- I want to listen and get involved in your world. My counseling style is authentic and genuine- my primary belief is that the counseling experience is successful because of relational connection. I do not use CBT or any structured approach, and that is because I strongly believe that there is not one perfect way to do therapy with anyone.
It's hard to know what to write for these kinds of things. I'm being asked to write about my ideal client, which makes sense in theory, but I have a lot of ideal clients. When someone comes in to see me, they are my focus- I want to listen and get involved in your world. My counseling style is authentic and genuine- my primary belief is that the counseling experience is successful because of relational connection. I do not use CBT or any structured approach, and that is because I strongly believe that there is not one perfect way to do therapy with anyone.
Melissa Herbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, LCISW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hagerstown, MD 21740
It has been my honor and privilege to work with a variety of individuals from all walks of life. In that work, I've found therapy to be most beneficial when clients: have a desire to change, even the smallest amount of hope that change is possible, and they are open to topics and techniques (some of which may be non-traditional) that may assist them with making desired and long-lasting changes.
It has been my honor and privilege to work with a variety of individuals from all walks of life. In that work, I've found therapy to be most beneficial when clients: have a desire to change, even the smallest amount of hope that change is possible, and they are open to topics and techniques (some of which may be non-traditional) that may assist them with making desired and long-lasting changes.
Hi, I’m Soraya. I believe therapy should be a safe space where you can explore your mind, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and embark toward the quest of optimal well-being. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, and life transitions. I view therapy from a diverse and multicultural lens while using CBT framework, mindfulness techniques, and solution-focused orientation with openness to tailor treatment to my clients needs.
Hi, I’m Soraya. I believe therapy should be a safe space where you can explore your mind, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and embark toward the quest of optimal well-being. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, and life transitions. I view therapy from a diverse and multicultural lens while using CBT framework, mindfulness techniques, and solution-focused orientation with openness to tailor treatment to my clients needs.
Best Life Counseling and Life Coaching
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I believe that everyone can get stuck or lost. Sometimes we can get unstuck by connecting with someone who is compassionate, non-judgmental and objective. I have spent over 25 years in behavioral health, helping people discover and become their "best" and healthy selves. Present problems, past hurts or even diagnoses don't have to take over our lives. Problems can be solved, hurts transformed, diagnoses understood and skills can be learned. A wise person once told me, "As long as you are alive, there is hope." I believe that and offer you the opportunity to find a new way.
I believe that everyone can get stuck or lost. Sometimes we can get unstuck by connecting with someone who is compassionate, non-judgmental and objective. I have spent over 25 years in behavioral health, helping people discover and become their "best" and healthy selves. Present problems, past hurts or even diagnoses don't have to take over our lives. Problems can be solved, hurts transformed, diagnoses understood and skills can be learned. A wise person once told me, "As long as you are alive, there is hope." I believe that and offer you the opportunity to find a new way.
Online Therapists
We work with clients to help them deal with Anger, Anxiety, Self- Confidence, Depression, Fears and Phobias, Smoking Cessation, and Weight Loss. We will explain how hypnosis works and can help you enhance your life using hypnosis to better manage stress over life's challenges and improve your quality of life. We enhance your situational coping skills. We help you retake control of your life, place the past in the past where it belongs, and make positive choices that facilitate the change you want in your life.
We work with clients to help them deal with Anger, Anxiety, Self- Confidence, Depression, Fears and Phobias, Smoking Cessation, and Weight Loss. We will explain how hypnosis works and can help you enhance your life using hypnosis to better manage stress over life's challenges and improve your quality of life. We enhance your situational coping skills. We help you retake control of your life, place the past in the past where it belongs, and make positive choices that facilitate the change you want in your life.
Deana D. Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21204
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or weighed down by persistent sadness? Do struggles with self-esteem or dissatisfaction with your body image seem like constant companions? Perhaps you are considering life-changing steps like weight loss surgery. If these challenges resonate with you, I want you to know that I am here to help. I understand that these issues are not just symptoms but deeply personal experiences that affect your daily life, relationships, and sense of self. I specialize in navigating these complex emotions and situations.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or weighed down by persistent sadness? Do struggles with self-esteem or dissatisfaction with your body image seem like constant companions? Perhaps you are considering life-changing steps like weight loss surgery. If these challenges resonate with you, I want you to know that I am here to help. I understand that these issues are not just symptoms but deeply personal experiences that affect your daily life, relationships, and sense of self. I specialize in navigating these complex emotions and situations.
I am an Internist that handles all primary care issues, with emphasis on weight loss, depression, anxiety, ADHD and menopause. I have been a primary care physician for 25+ years and have recently started a concierge practice. I can now offer my wealth of experience in a format that allows you, the patient to see me with uncompromised access. You will be guaranteed same day visits, access to my cell phone, no waiting in the office and an organized treatment plan. We will work together in a holistic manner to optimize your physical and mental health! We have a beautiful office with easy parking.
I am an Internist that handles all primary care issues, with emphasis on weight loss, depression, anxiety, ADHD and menopause. I have been a primary care physician for 25+ years and have recently started a concierge practice. I can now offer my wealth of experience in a format that allows you, the patient to see me with uncompromised access. You will be guaranteed same day visits, access to my cell phone, no waiting in the office and an organized treatment plan. We will work together in a holistic manner to optimize your physical and mental health! We have a beautiful office with easy parking.
I have been through some of my own challenges, including challenges in the workplace, infertility, weight loss, anxiety, and parenting.
Are you a parent of a young child feeling frustrated by your child's temper tantrums and behavioral problems in school? Are you the parent of a teenager(s) who is tired of dealing with seemingly never-ending disrespect, and you long for drama-free nights and weekends at home? Perhaps you're a teenager dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship and/or friendship problems, and need someone to talk to who can listen objectively. Alternatively, maybe you're a millennial or Gen Z'er struggling to manage anxiety and juggling responsibilities- parenting, working, relationships, finances, etc. You are not alone!
I have been through some of my own challenges, including challenges in the workplace, infertility, weight loss, anxiety, and parenting.
Are you a parent of a young child feeling frustrated by your child's temper tantrums and behavioral problems in school? Are you the parent of a teenager(s) who is tired of dealing with seemingly never-ending disrespect, and you long for drama-free nights and weekends at home? Perhaps you're a teenager dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship and/or friendship problems, and need someone to talk to who can listen objectively. Alternatively, maybe you're a millennial or Gen Z'er struggling to manage anxiety and juggling responsibilities- parenting, working, relationships, finances, etc. You are not alone!
Our focus is on building new habits and skills in an online/virtual format around managing stress, learning how to avoid eating over emotion, tamping down negative self-talk around body image and self-image, and learning to hold themselves accountable, are all elements of a successful growth arc for anyone who wants to achieve and sustain weight loss.
Join us for one of our online weight loss groups! Our group participants, over ten online sessions, learn more about the Big 10 reasons why losing weight and keeping it off is so difficult. We work through long and short-term goal setting, specific exercises related to each Big 10 dimension, engage in active learning, and reflection. This will help you lose weight more easily, and keep it off for good. Our small and personal groups are limited to ten people, are completely confidential, build accountability, and are actively engaging.
Our focus is on building new habits and skills in an online/virtual format around managing stress, learning how to avoid eating over emotion, tamping down negative self-talk around body image and self-image, and learning to hold themselves accountable, are all elements of a successful growth arc for anyone who wants to achieve and sustain weight loss.
Join us for one of our online weight loss groups! Our group participants, over ten online sessions, learn more about the Big 10 reasons why losing weight and keeping it off is so difficult. We work through long and short-term goal setting, specific exercises related to each Big 10 dimension, engage in active learning, and reflection. This will help you lose weight more easily, and keep it off for good. Our small and personal groups are limited to ten people, are completely confidential, build accountability, and are actively engaging.
I have recently been using the Virtual Gastric Band process for weight loss with great success - a non-surgical technique which hypnotically "shrinks" your stomach, to retrain you to be satisfied with smaller amounts of food.
People settle, for things in their lives they don’t really like, that they feel powerless to change. I work with both the conscious and unconscious aspects, sometimes indirectly, in ways that engender changes on both of these levels. I enable and empower my clients to open up to new directions and possibilities, to new ways of feeling, doing, and being.
I have recently been using the Virtual Gastric Band process for weight loss with great success - a non-surgical technique which hypnotically "shrinks" your stomach, to retrain you to be satisfied with smaller amounts of food.
People settle, for things in their lives they don’t really like, that they feel powerless to change. I work with both the conscious and unconscious aspects, sometimes indirectly, in ways that engender changes on both of these levels. I enable and empower my clients to open up to new directions and possibilities, to new ways of feeling, doing, and being.
Check my website for Creative Visualization recordings that I have produced, including: Mindfulness, Dream & Sleep, Enhancing Relationships, Healing Pain & Illness, Centering & Weight Loss, Perspective on Life/Follow Your Dreams, Relaxation, and more.
With 50 years of clinical experience, a Duke U. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, I am an empathic, results-oriented psychologist. Some of my specialties: relationships, anxiety, depression, stress reduction, intimacy, trauma, & abuse. I work with adults, adolescents, & children in individual, couple, family & group therapy. I counsel in Spanish, French & Japanese. I've authored 4 books on intimacy & relationships & hold FREE monthly Zoom workshops on Mindfulness, Creative Movement & Relationships using guided imagery & music. My licensed associates and I serve MD, D.C. & VA. My interactive audio flyer is available at AacCounseling.com.
Check my website for Creative Visualization recordings that I have produced, including: Mindfulness, Dream & Sleep, Enhancing Relationships, Healing Pain & Illness, Centering & Weight Loss, Perspective on Life/Follow Your Dreams, Relaxation, and more.
With 50 years of clinical experience, a Duke U. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, I am an empathic, results-oriented psychologist. Some of my specialties: relationships, anxiety, depression, stress reduction, intimacy, trauma, & abuse. I work with adults, adolescents, & children in individual, couple, family & group therapy. I counsel in Spanish, French & Japanese. I've authored 4 books on intimacy & relationships & hold FREE monthly Zoom workshops on Mindfulness, Creative Movement & Relationships using guided imagery & music. My licensed associates and I serve MD, D.C. & VA. My interactive audio flyer is available at AacCounseling.com.
Joan Weill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910 (Online Only)
I help people with weight loss & eating disorders achieve lasting success & healthy weight for 15+ years.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, weight loss, eating issues and other addictions, I can help. With years of experience and many successful outcomes helping clients work through depression & anxiety, achieve weight loss and recovery from eating disorders, addictions, trauma, grief & loss, I welcome you and the opportunity to help you achieve results! With a caring approach & many effective interventions for adults & adolescents coping with personal stresses in work, school, relationships, divorce, custody & family issues, sexuality, I provide a safe environment to work through issues. I believe in you & your potential!
I help people with weight loss & eating disorders achieve lasting success & healthy weight for 15+ years.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, weight loss, eating issues and other addictions, I can help. With years of experience and many successful outcomes helping clients work through depression & anxiety, achieve weight loss and recovery from eating disorders, addictions, trauma, grief & loss, I welcome you and the opportunity to help you achieve results! With a caring approach & many effective interventions for adults & adolescents coping with personal stresses in work, school, relationships, divorce, custody & family issues, sexuality, I provide a safe environment to work through issues. I believe in you & your potential!
Kathleen Childs
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
New Windsor, MD 21776
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, body image issues, weight loss and trauma.
I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy and reach their full potential. Life is filled with obstacles, struggles and difficult times from which we can learn. I offer a safe, nurturing and confidential environment to help you reframe your issues, move beyond your emotional pain and gently confront your challenges. I work with your individual beliefs and strengths to meet your needs, where you are in your emotional development.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, body image issues, weight loss and trauma.
I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy and reach their full potential. Life is filled with obstacles, struggles and difficult times from which we can learn. I offer a safe, nurturing and confidential environment to help you reframe your issues, move beyond your emotional pain and gently confront your challenges. I work with your individual beliefs and strengths to meet your needs, where you are in your emotional development.
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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.