Weight Loss Therapists in Maryland
Dr. Desirée N. Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, ACS
Verified Verified
Catonsville, MD 21228 (Online Only)
Intimacy Injuries are rampant and even normalized in today’s environment. Whether these emotional wounds show up in regards to your relationship with yourself, your significant others, or your family members; the opportunity to ameliorate those hurts is here! In my work as a Psychotherapist, I specialize in Sex, Intimacy, and Trauma as well as a Bariatric Specialist with self-identity before and after Weight Loss Surgery. If you also identify as Highly Sensitive or Introverted, let's have a chat about how to uncover how you may be hiding your greatness in plain sight!
Intimacy Injuries are rampant and even normalized in today’s environment. Whether these emotional wounds show up in regards to your relationship with yourself, your significant others, or your family members; the opportunity to ameliorate those hurts is here! In my work as a Psychotherapist, I specialize in Sex, Intimacy, and Trauma as well as a Bariatric Specialist with self-identity before and after Weight Loss Surgery. If you also identify as Highly Sensitive or Introverted, let's have a chat about how to uncover how you may be hiding your greatness in plain sight!
I have worked as strength coach for over 12 years and am able to guide clients on nutrition, exercise, and weight loss.
Hello, it is wonderful to connect with you! I want you to know that whatever life challenge is in front of you now, I believe there is hope. My desire is to be able to listen and encourage you during this season of life. I want to foster a relationship of trust in order to promote a life change that you can feel passionate about. I am a graduate of the McDaniel College Masters Program in Counseling. I have 7 years of combined School Counseling and School Therapy experience and 7 years in the clinical counseling field. I currently work with clients 18 and up!
I have worked as strength coach for over 12 years and am able to guide clients on nutrition, exercise, and weight loss.
Hello, it is wonderful to connect with you! I want you to know that whatever life challenge is in front of you now, I believe there is hope. My desire is to be able to listen and encourage you during this season of life. I want to foster a relationship of trust in order to promote a life change that you can feel passionate about. I am a graduate of the McDaniel College Masters Program in Counseling. I have 7 years of combined School Counseling and School Therapy experience and 7 years in the clinical counseling field. I currently work with clients 18 and up!
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.
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.
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 helped individuals who are trying to cope with anxiety, depression, life transitions, illness, weight loss and healthy living.
It isn't always easy to work through life's challenges and find appropriate support. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space for those who want to work toward positive change and personal growth. My style is collaborative, straightforward and goal-oriented. I am an active listener and offer insight into clients' choices, patterns of behavior/thoughts, and persistent struggles. I hope to guide my clients toward greater self-awareness in the therapy room and beyond to their day-to-day lives. I use talk therapy, CBT and coaching in my work with individuals and groups.
I have helped individuals who are trying to cope with anxiety, depression, life transitions, illness, weight loss and healthy living.
It isn't always easy to work through life's challenges and find appropriate support. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space for those who want to work toward positive change and personal growth. My style is collaborative, straightforward and goal-oriented. I am an active listener and offer insight into clients' choices, patterns of behavior/thoughts, and persistent struggles. I hope to guide my clients toward greater self-awareness in the therapy room and beyond to their day-to-day lives. I use talk therapy, CBT and coaching in my work with individuals and groups.
Joan Weill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20910 (Online Only)
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!
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 specialize in providing evidence-based interventions for depression, anxiety, stress, weight, and insomnia, as well counseling for individuals both before and after weight loss surgery. Making and maintaining changes in your life can be incredibly difficult. Whether you are hoping to make a change in your life or struggling to adapt to life’s unexpected changes, therapy can provide support, insight, and new tools and techniques for handling life’s challenges. I am a warm and collaborative clinician who strives to help clients to better understand themselves and learn skills for improving their lives.
I specialize in providing evidence-based interventions for depression, anxiety, stress, weight, and insomnia, as well counseling for individuals both before and after weight loss surgery. Making and maintaining changes in your life can be incredibly difficult. Whether you are hoping to make a change in your life or struggling to adapt to life’s unexpected changes, therapy can provide support, insight, and new tools and techniques for handling life’s challenges. I am a warm and collaborative clinician who strives to help clients to better understand themselves and learn skills for improving their lives.
weight loss, Hormone replacement therapy, hair loss treatment, anxiety and depression management.
Miriam is an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in healthcare. With over 8 years of dedicated service as a healthcare provider, She has acquired valuable expertise in acute care management, chronic care management, primary care services, and clinical research. After completing a rigorous nursing program, Miriam pursued advanced education to become a Nurse Practitioner. She obtained her Nurse Practitioner degree from Walden University, equipping her with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive healthcare to patients. Furthermore, Miriam went on to earn an MBA in Healthcare Management,
weight loss, Hormone replacement therapy, hair loss treatment, anxiety and depression management.
Miriam is an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in healthcare. With over 8 years of dedicated service as a healthcare provider, She has acquired valuable expertise in acute care management, chronic care management, primary care services, and clinical research. After completing a rigorous nursing program, Miriam pursued advanced education to become a Nurse Practitioner. She obtained her Nurse Practitioner degree from Walden University, equipping her with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive healthcare to patients. Furthermore, Miriam went on to earn an MBA in Healthcare Management,
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.
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.
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!
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I am a licensed therapist specialized in trauma, weight loss and anxiety.
Do you feel you are not living your life at its full potential? Are you unsatisfied with the quality and direction of your life? Does self doubt, anxiety, sadness, anger or emotional eating interfere with your personal, professional or social life? Do you still feel the pain of past sexual or physical abuse, bullying, neglect, or feelings of being unloved? Do you cope by overeating? Has a military experience left you with unwanted intrusive thoughts and uncontrollable emotions? It is difficult to go through life with such overwhelming emotions, but there is hope and and I can help.
I am a licensed therapist specialized in trauma, weight loss and anxiety.
Do you feel you are not living your life at its full potential? Are you unsatisfied with the quality and direction of your life? Does self doubt, anxiety, sadness, anger or emotional eating interfere with your personal, professional or social life? Do you still feel the pain of past sexual or physical abuse, bullying, neglect, or feelings of being unloved? Do you cope by overeating? Has a military experience left you with unwanted intrusive thoughts and uncontrollable emotions? It is difficult to go through life with such overwhelming emotions, but there is hope and and I can help.
Online programs for weight loss, and focused solutions to help you overcome all obstacles in your life.
I work with clients who want to finally change their psychology and manage their lives more effectively. This work can help you manage your obesity, depression and anxiety. Based on your needs and goals, we can improve your relationships,ability to create and achieve your goals. If you are struggling with finally lose weight, we have developed an assessment, WALT and tools to help you stop struggling. By improving your ability to manage your mind and emotions, improve your motivation and body image we can help you lose the weight. We use specific treatment modalities which create goal achievement in a solution focused atmosphere.
Online programs for weight loss, and focused solutions to help you overcome all obstacles in your life.
I work with clients who want to finally change their psychology and manage their lives more effectively. This work can help you manage your obesity, depression and anxiety. Based on your needs and goals, we can improve your relationships,ability to create and achieve your goals. If you are struggling with finally lose weight, we have developed an assessment, WALT and tools to help you stop struggling. By improving your ability to manage your mind and emotions, improve your motivation and body image we can help you lose the weight. We use specific treatment modalities which create goal achievement in a solution focused atmosphere.
In addition to mental health services, I offer clinical hypnosis for smoking cessation, weight loss, phobias and a variety of other difficulties.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents and adults. Additionally, I offer marital counseling and family counseling. Does life feel like it is getting the better of you? I help people who feel overwhelmed by life's circumstances find success and personal enrichment. I am confident that no matter the reasons your are seeking therapy, we will successfully resolve the difficulties. Before opening my own practice, I worked at the Villa Maria Continuum in Westminster. I then accepted a commission in the military where I helped people in some of the most hostile environments.
In addition to mental health services, I offer clinical hypnosis for smoking cessation, weight loss, phobias and a variety of other difficulties.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents and adults. Additionally, I offer marital counseling and family counseling. Does life feel like it is getting the better of you? I help people who feel overwhelmed by life's circumstances find success and personal enrichment. I am confident that no matter the reasons your are seeking therapy, we will successfully resolve the difficulties. Before opening my own practice, I worked at the Villa Maria Continuum in Westminster. I then accepted a commission in the military where I helped people in some of the most hostile environments.
Wholesome Minds, LLC.
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Online Only)
In therapy and coaching, our focus is on overall mental wellness and improving the mental health and mental capacity of individuals with symptoms related to sport performance, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, life transitions, somatic health, weight loss, pain related issues, and weight management.
We are a group practice of licensed clinical psychologists and social workers. Collectively, we have experience covering the developmental lifespan from assessing and treating young children with behavioral and learning concerns to working with adolescents and (young and older) adult clients who have concerns related to sports, navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, significant life stressors, and life transitions. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We work to achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing an individualized treatment plan.
In therapy and coaching, our focus is on overall mental wellness and improving the mental health and mental capacity of individuals with symptoms related to sport performance, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, life transitions, somatic health, weight loss, pain related issues, and weight management.
We are a group practice of licensed clinical psychologists and social workers. Collectively, we have experience covering the developmental lifespan from assessing and treating young children with behavioral and learning concerns to working with adolescents and (young and older) adult clients who have concerns related to sports, navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, significant life stressors, and life transitions. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We work to achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing an individualized treatment plan.
I have produced 15 Creative Visualization recordings on Mindfulness, Dream & Sleep, Enhancing Relationships, Healing Pain & Illness, Centering & Weight Loss.
With 50 years of clinical experience, a Duke U. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, I am an empathic, results-oriented psychologist. 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. Call me.
I have produced 15 Creative Visualization recordings on Mindfulness, Dream & Sleep, Enhancing Relationships, Healing Pain & Illness, Centering & Weight Loss.
With 50 years of clinical experience, a Duke U. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, I am an empathic, results-oriented psychologist. 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. Call me.
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.
Are you experiencing chronic illness or pain? Do you feel stress, anxiety, and depression emotionally AND physically? My practice focuses on treating both the mind and the body using a caring, holistic approach. I am a certified Integrative Medicine Mental Health Provider, and have 15 years of experience working with adults, teens, children, couples, and families experiencing illness/pain, anxiety, phobias, OCD, depression, eating disorders, difficulty with life transitions and relationships, weight loss, and smoking struggles. I empower my clients in a safe environment by teaching them real-life techniques to ensure fast results.
Are you experiencing chronic illness or pain? Do you feel stress, anxiety, and depression emotionally AND physically? My practice focuses on treating both the mind and the body using a caring, holistic approach. I am a certified Integrative Medicine Mental Health Provider, and have 15 years of experience working with adults, teens, children, couples, and families experiencing illness/pain, anxiety, phobias, OCD, depression, eating disorders, difficulty with life transitions and relationships, weight loss, and smoking struggles. I empower my clients in a safe environment by teaching them real-life techniques to ensure fast results.
Rebecca Barclay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CBC
Verified Verified
Annapolis, MD 21401
You’re considering weight loss surgery and need mental health clearance.
Do you dread the blaring of your early morning alarm? You hit snooze one too many times and now scramble to get your day started on time, chugging caffeine, just trying to get through the day. You spend evenings checked out on the couch, mindlessly scrolling your phone, with the tv blaring away in the background. There's more to life...right?! You know you can get decent sleep, not survive on caffeine, and actually enjoy your evenings. Sometimes we need a little support to get there. It’s okay to need help getting back to living a life you don’t want to escape.
You’re considering weight loss surgery and need mental health clearance.
Do you dread the blaring of your early morning alarm? You hit snooze one too many times and now scramble to get your day started on time, chugging caffeine, just trying to get through the day. You spend evenings checked out on the couch, mindlessly scrolling your phone, with the tv blaring away in the background. There's more to life...right?! You know you can get decent sleep, not survive on caffeine, and actually enjoy your evenings. Sometimes we need a little support to get there. It’s okay to need help getting back to living a life you don’t want to escape.
Dr. Tré Steger
Counselor, EdD, LCPC, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
They are looking to break through the silos of trauma that is holding you back from living the best life you can? The ideal client is a couple or individual willing to change by driving through and letting go of the past by processing their pain to address present behaviors. Clients' issues are managing not just their day-to-day, but reliving their yesterday and being stuck looking for their place and acceptance in the world. I help those who are diagnosed with serious mental illnesses work with their coping skills and emotional regulation. And those who have anxiety, take that next step towards using mindfulness in reducing worry.
They are looking to break through the silos of trauma that is holding you back from living the best life you can? The ideal client is a couple or individual willing to change by driving through and letting go of the past by processing their pain to address present behaviors. Clients' issues are managing not just their day-to-day, but reliving their yesterday and being stuck looking for their place and acceptance in the world. I help those who are diagnosed with serious mental illnesses work with their coping skills and emotional regulation. And those who have anxiety, take that next step towards using mindfulness in reducing worry.
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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.