Weight Loss Therapists in 10024
Deborah B Unger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024 (Online Only)
I am licensed in NY, MA, and TX. I have been a Licensed Master Social Worker for over 10 years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Sports Performance, Memory Loss, Weight Loss, Substance Abuse, and Career challenges. I am Certified in Problem Solving Therapy (PST). I also helped many people who have experience caring for loved one who was dying and then the grieving process thereafter.
I am licensed in NY, MA, and TX. I have been a Licensed Master Social Worker for over 10 years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Sports Performance, Memory Loss, Weight Loss, Substance Abuse, and Career challenges. I am Certified in Problem Solving Therapy (PST). I also helped many people who have experience caring for loved one who was dying and then the grieving process thereafter.
Karina Polonskaya
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
I am passionate about helping people to overcome life challenges. My special focus is on weight loss. I understand the difficulty and the frustration of the process and I will help you set realistic goals and reach them. I will help you find inner strength and commitment to self-growth to continue finding joy in life.
I am passionate about helping people to overcome life challenges. My special focus is on weight loss. I understand the difficulty and the frustration of the process and I will help you set realistic goals and reach them. I will help you find inner strength and commitment to self-growth to continue finding joy in life.
Eleni Marcantonis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
In addition to having extensive experience in treating individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, panic, eating disorders and self-esteem issues, my practice also focuses on relationship problems, maladaptive relationship patterns, weight loss, career changes, couples' issues, as well as change of life issues, such as divorce, retirement and bereavement.
Do you want to make changes in your life and in your relationships but aren't sure how? Have your recently experienced the loss of a relationship, job change or a death and are experiencing feelings of anxiety or sadness? As a Cognitive Behavioral therapist, educated at the Wright Institute and Harvard University, my goal is to present clients with the most effective methods to create change. My practice is dedicated to focusing on an individual's overall well-being and to assist one in overcoming obstacles that prevent them from constructively pursuing and attaining their goals with greater success.
In addition to having extensive experience in treating individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, panic, eating disorders and self-esteem issues, my practice also focuses on relationship problems, maladaptive relationship patterns, weight loss, career changes, couples' issues, as well as change of life issues, such as divorce, retirement and bereavement.
Do you want to make changes in your life and in your relationships but aren't sure how? Have your recently experienced the loss of a relationship, job change or a death and are experiencing feelings of anxiety or sadness? As a Cognitive Behavioral therapist, educated at the Wright Institute and Harvard University, my goal is to present clients with the most effective methods to create change. My practice is dedicated to focusing on an individual's overall well-being and to assist one in overcoming obstacles that prevent them from constructively pursuing and attaining their goals with greater success.
Alex Wilt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with your relationship with food, you are not alone. Our food environment can be a confusing minefield to navigate. Not to mention, we’re faced with harmful dieting messaging, confusing (and often contradictory) information about optimal health, a culture that’s obsessed with looks, and powerful emotional and biological urges to eat. All these factors can contribute to a quite complicated relationship with food and our body. If you feel like food is controlling your life, I want you to know that a different way of living is possible.
If you are struggling with your relationship with food, you are not alone. Our food environment can be a confusing minefield to navigate. Not to mention, we’re faced with harmful dieting messaging, confusing (and often contradictory) information about optimal health, a culture that’s obsessed with looks, and powerful emotional and biological urges to eat. All these factors can contribute to a quite complicated relationship with food and our body. If you feel like food is controlling your life, I want you to know that a different way of living is possible.
Paula E Feinstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
You struggle to create change in your life. Perhaps, a relationship has ended, or has begun;your children are having peer and school-related conflicts, or have left home. Uncertainty about having children, and infertility. Unhappy with your body, your feelings, your family, work and/or your life, you aim to make sense of your past, and move to a more satisfying present and future. We will respectfully unpack the past, and create growth in new directions geared toward self-exploration while relieving anxiety, depression, body image struggles, infertility, marriage and premarital issues, as well as parenting, and divorce, and loss.
You struggle to create change in your life. Perhaps, a relationship has ended, or has begun;your children are having peer and school-related conflicts, or have left home. Uncertainty about having children, and infertility. Unhappy with your body, your feelings, your family, work and/or your life, you aim to make sense of your past, and move to a more satisfying present and future. We will respectfully unpack the past, and create growth in new directions geared toward self-exploration while relieving anxiety, depression, body image struggles, infertility, marriage and premarital issues, as well as parenting, and divorce, and loss.
Christine Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Laury Paul
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
My practice has a dual specialty neuropsychology and psychotherapy. I see children, adolescents, and adults. In Neuropsychology, I see individuals who have experienced a learning difficulty or frustration in an academic environment. I specifically look to identify patterns of learning and adapting novel information to help individuals achieve the most out of their academic career. On the psychotherapy side, I use both psychodynamic and interpersonal modalities incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy to identify negative patterns of coping. Utilizing gentle challenges to current patterns, positive coping can be effected.
My practice has a dual specialty neuropsychology and psychotherapy. I see children, adolescents, and adults. In Neuropsychology, I see individuals who have experienced a learning difficulty or frustration in an academic environment. I specifically look to identify patterns of learning and adapting novel information to help individuals achieve the most out of their academic career. On the psychotherapy side, I use both psychodynamic and interpersonal modalities incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy to identify negative patterns of coping. Utilizing gentle challenges to current patterns, positive coping can be effected.
Ellen Iris Carni
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
Is your mother toxic? I am a licensed psychologist specializing in people with destructive mothers. I can help you pursue your dreams without fear of your mother's disapproval and transform your childhood wounds into peace, power and wisdom. I can also help you find courage and strength in face of grief and loss. If you are young adult, I can help you through the angst of difficult life transitions. If you are a lawyer or other professional I can help you manage work/life stress in high power careers. I also help individuals affected by PTSD, phobias and performance anxiety by using a scientifically-proven technique called EMDR.
Is your mother toxic? I am a licensed psychologist specializing in people with destructive mothers. I can help you pursue your dreams without fear of your mother's disapproval and transform your childhood wounds into peace, power and wisdom. I can also help you find courage and strength in face of grief and loss. If you are young adult, I can help you through the angst of difficult life transitions. If you are a lawyer or other professional I can help you manage work/life stress in high power careers. I also help individuals affected by PTSD, phobias and performance anxiety by using a scientifically-proven technique called EMDR.
Beej Christie Karpen
IFS, SEP, Cert
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
I believe in the innate wisdom of each individual, encouraging self-compassionate curiosity rather than harsh self-judgment. In the words of one of my clients, "I will be forever grateful to her skills as a motivator, her ability to listen compassionately and her unique way of bringing structure to the very frenetic experience of depression and addiction." www.insightoutnyc.com
I believe in the innate wisdom of each individual, encouraging self-compassionate curiosity rather than harsh self-judgment. In the words of one of my clients, "I will be forever grateful to her skills as a motivator, her ability to listen compassionately and her unique way of bringing structure to the very frenetic experience of depression and addiction." www.insightoutnyc.com
Julie Hirschfeld
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
Stress can be isolating, but you don't have to handle it alone. We can work together to improve your relationships, emotional life, and career. I offer warm, compassionate therapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and families, specializing in couple communication and young-adult, mid-life, and intergenerational issues. I will help you cope with emotional distress or work demands, offering practical, research-based guidance suited to your unique needs and strengths. I lend support across the life span, from early career and dating issues, to empowering young parents and supporting empty-nesters considering their next act.
Stress can be isolating, but you don't have to handle it alone. We can work together to improve your relationships, emotional life, and career. I offer warm, compassionate therapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and families, specializing in couple communication and young-adult, mid-life, and intergenerational issues. I will help you cope with emotional distress or work demands, offering practical, research-based guidance suited to your unique needs and strengths. I lend support across the life span, from early career and dating issues, to empowering young parents and supporting empty-nesters considering their next act.
Ava Parnass
MSN , CS, RN
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
Looking for the right therapist is not easy . I can help your children- family ( All ages all stages) feel more content. Every child- teen -college age- has a unique story to tell that must heard for emotional well being to emerge . As a child and family psychotherapist, I incorporate play-talk therapy, feelings games and new techniques for quicker easier solutions. I enjoy working with clients on becoming Behavior-Feelings Detectives, investigating the hidden feelings and emotional needs hiding underneath behaviors. Listening with EMPATHY- Compassion plus learning new skills really works. Please reach out if this resonates!
Looking for the right therapist is not easy . I can help your children- family ( All ages all stages) feel more content. Every child- teen -college age- has a unique story to tell that must heard for emotional well being to emerge . As a child and family psychotherapist, I incorporate play-talk therapy, feelings games and new techniques for quicker easier solutions. I enjoy working with clients on becoming Behavior-Feelings Detectives, investigating the hidden feelings and emotional needs hiding underneath behaviors. Listening with EMPATHY- Compassion plus learning new skills really works. Please reach out if this resonates!
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Mary V. Minges
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in individual, group, and couple therapy, with a clinical focus on individuals with interpersonal trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, work and relationship difficulties. I have a small private practice, in which I provide services to adolescents and adults. I do not accept insurance, but am happy to help with the paperwork for patients to submit for reimbursement for themselves.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in individual, group, and couple therapy, with a clinical focus on individuals with interpersonal trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, work and relationship difficulties. I have a small private practice, in which I provide services to adolescents and adults. I do not accept insurance, but am happy to help with the paperwork for patients to submit for reimbursement for themselves.
Rolsallyn Silva
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, EdM, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024 (Online Only)
Recognizing that taking the first steps towards seeking help can be frightening, I bring a warm and compassionate presence to help create a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to feel comfortable sharing their concerns. I use a versatile and relational style to ensure clients feel heard, seen and understood. In my therapeutic work, I believe it is important to consider how political influences, societal narratives, intergenerational and genetic predispositions are interwoven to shape one’s emotional being.
Recognizing that taking the first steps towards seeking help can be frightening, I bring a warm and compassionate presence to help create a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to feel comfortable sharing their concerns. I use a versatile and relational style to ensure clients feel heard, seen and understood. In my therapeutic work, I believe it is important to consider how political influences, societal narratives, intergenerational and genetic predispositions are interwoven to shape one’s emotional being.
Susan Pomerantz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
During the global health crisis, I am conducting sessions over the phone. I am a licensed psychologist offering psychotherapy to individuals and couples. I treat adults and adolescents. My approach is primarily psychoanalytic/psychodynamic though I use cognitive and behavioral techniques when appropriate. I have specialized training in the treatment of eating disorders, substance abuse/addictions and LGBTQ+ issues. Additional areas of specialization or interest include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, chronic medical conditions, disabilities, love and intimacy, parenting and identity confusion.
During the global health crisis, I am conducting sessions over the phone. I am a licensed psychologist offering psychotherapy to individuals and couples. I treat adults and adolescents. My approach is primarily psychoanalytic/psychodynamic though I use cognitive and behavioral techniques when appropriate. I have specialized training in the treatment of eating disorders, substance abuse/addictions and LGBTQ+ issues. Additional areas of specialization or interest include anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, chronic medical conditions, disabilities, love and intimacy, parenting and identity confusion.
Fred Casale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
Therapy is about healing and self growth. It is about making decisions and achieving life goals. It is about bettering relationships and building meaningful ties. It's about working through, and living without the pain of loss, depression and anxiety. In an atmosphere of safety, trust and non-judgement, I will help you navigate those difficulties which foster anxiety, depression and confusion, recognizing the often, central role of trauma in such challenges. I will assist in the process of gaining insight, while making decisions which breed personal and professional success. I will help in cultivating and improving relationships.
Therapy is about healing and self growth. It is about making decisions and achieving life goals. It is about bettering relationships and building meaningful ties. It's about working through, and living without the pain of loss, depression and anxiety. In an atmosphere of safety, trust and non-judgement, I will help you navigate those difficulties which foster anxiety, depression and confusion, recognizing the often, central role of trauma in such challenges. I will assist in the process of gaining insight, while making decisions which breed personal and professional success. I will help in cultivating and improving relationships.
Howard Danelowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
If you have persistent worries or obstacles that stand in the way of living more fully, this could be a good time to have a consultation. My style is compassionate, listening fully and deeply providing you with the tools to make positive changes. I will work with you to create a safe and collaborative environment whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with relationships or work, issues of sexuality, LGTB, life transitions and loss, or addictive behavior.
I hold an MSW and a certificate in supervision from NYU, and certificates in Imago Couples Therapy and Group Therapy.
If you have persistent worries or obstacles that stand in the way of living more fully, this could be a good time to have a consultation. My style is compassionate, listening fully and deeply providing you with the tools to make positive changes. I will work with you to create a safe and collaborative environment whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with relationships or work, issues of sexuality, LGTB, life transitions and loss, or addictive behavior.
I hold an MSW and a certificate in supervision from NYU, and certificates in Imago Couples Therapy and Group Therapy.
Barbara Simon
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
After 25 years of experience, I've learned that successful psychotherapy begins with a genuine collaborative relationship and connection with my clients - one formed in an environment of trust and safety, but with enough challenge to promote change. I work from a psychodynamic and relational perspective, actively engaging with you to explore issues including relationship and career difficulties, anxiety, depression, self -esteem, as well as addictive behaviors such as eating disorders. I integrate behavioral strategies (CBT), life coaching techniques, and mindfulness practices as needed. I want my clients to know themselves better, be able to explore new options, and learn the tools needed to change.
After 25 years of experience, I've learned that successful psychotherapy begins with a genuine collaborative relationship and connection with my clients - one formed in an environment of trust and safety, but with enough challenge to promote change. I work from a psychodynamic and relational perspective, actively engaging with you to explore issues including relationship and career difficulties, anxiety, depression, self -esteem, as well as addictive behaviors such as eating disorders. I integrate behavioral strategies (CBT), life coaching techniques, and mindfulness practices as needed. I want my clients to know themselves better, be able to explore new options, and learn the tools needed to change.
Rebecca Rand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024 (Online Only)
Everyone can benefit from having someone to talk to in a safe and comfortable environment. Difficulties with life are universal, whether one struggles with work, career direction, addiction, relationships, communication, sexuality, discovering and pursuing one's interests and passions, creating and following through with goals, weight and body issues, self esteem, anxiety or depression. Our friends and family may have good intentions (though not always); usually, they are biased or may want to shift the conversation to talk about themselves. Therapy is a special opportunity to focus on oneself and have the support, attention and incisiveness of a trained individual.
Everyone can benefit from having someone to talk to in a safe and comfortable environment. Difficulties with life are universal, whether one struggles with work, career direction, addiction, relationships, communication, sexuality, discovering and pursuing one's interests and passions, creating and following through with goals, weight and body issues, self esteem, anxiety or depression. Our friends and family may have good intentions (though not always); usually, they are biased or may want to shift the conversation to talk about themselves. Therapy is a special opportunity to focus on oneself and have the support, attention and incisiveness of a trained individual.
Sanja Medich
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
If being melancholic, neurotic, unmotivated; having anxiety, depressive moods, obsessive thinking, nightmares; feeling displaced, feeling shame, unbearable emotional hurt, loss, feeling driven by fear are your obstacles to reach optimal way of being in this complex world, therapy is the best journey to take to get help. Benefits of taking that journey with me are that I know how to wellcome, nurture and bring to awareness human potentials to help ourselves through unleashing our own unique creative powers to resolve problems even when they are hidden in our subconscious mind.
If being melancholic, neurotic, unmotivated; having anxiety, depressive moods, obsessive thinking, nightmares; feeling displaced, feeling shame, unbearable emotional hurt, loss, feeling driven by fear are your obstacles to reach optimal way of being in this complex world, therapy is the best journey to take to get help. Benefits of taking that journey with me are that I know how to wellcome, nurture and bring to awareness human potentials to help ourselves through unleashing our own unique creative powers to resolve problems even when they are hidden in our subconscious mind.
Laura-Ann Robb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
The decision to seek therapy can be a difficult one. I am a caring, empathetic therapist with over 20 years experience who can help with relationship issues, reducing anxiety and stress, and improving depressive symptoms. I can also help with addictive behaviors--drugs and alcohol, food--to help you to understand and reduce these behaviors. We can work together short-term or solution-focused, or I can offer supportive, on-going therapy. We can explore the obstacles that may be holding you back from the life you want to live. I am currently accepting new patients.
The decision to seek therapy can be a difficult one. I am a caring, empathetic therapist with over 20 years experience who can help with relationship issues, reducing anxiety and stress, and improving depressive symptoms. I can also help with addictive behaviors--drugs and alcohol, food--to help you to understand and reduce these behaviors. We can work together short-term or solution-focused, or I can offer supportive, on-going therapy. We can explore the obstacles that may be holding you back from the life you want to live. I am currently accepting new patients.
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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.