Body Image Therapists in Freedom, CA
I have years of experience working with clients with diagnoses of depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as working with neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ clients. I have supported clients in understanding why they are experiencing their symptoms, what skills they need and what skills work for that specific individual, and encourage them to utilize their learned skills in order to improve their symptoms and overall functioning.
I have years of experience working with clients with diagnoses of depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as working with neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ clients. I have supported clients in understanding why they are experiencing their symptoms, what skills they need and what skills work for that specific individual, and encourage them to utilize their learned skills in order to improve their symptoms and overall functioning.
Having studying Mindfulness for the past 30+ years I have created evidence based Cognitive Behavioral / Mindfulness tools that help people face life crises by recognizing their own wisdom, resources, and the ability to exercise choice. This mind/body approach to health utilizes relaxation and focus tools that you can learn easily and use anywhere, anytime. You focus on what you can control to achieve your goals. These programs compliment the best medical treatment.
Having studying Mindfulness for the past 30+ years I have created evidence based Cognitive Behavioral / Mindfulness tools that help people face life crises by recognizing their own wisdom, resources, and the ability to exercise choice. This mind/body approach to health utilizes relaxation and focus tools that you can learn easily and use anywhere, anytime. You focus on what you can control to achieve your goals. These programs compliment the best medical treatment.
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Do your feelings of sadness, anxiety, shame, irritability or jealousy overwhelm you? Do you feel stuck or doubtful of yourself? You are not alone! In treatment, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space, where we can identify your goals, work through the challenges in your life, and practice acceptance, self care, and self validation. Accepting the process of change may feel frightening and overwhelming, it is my goal to be beside you as you embark on a journey of growth and clarity.
Do your feelings of sadness, anxiety, shame, irritability or jealousy overwhelm you? Do you feel stuck or doubtful of yourself? You are not alone! In treatment, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space, where we can identify your goals, work through the challenges in your life, and practice acceptance, self care, and self validation. Accepting the process of change may feel frightening and overwhelming, it is my goal to be beside you as you embark on a journey of growth and clarity.
Our struggles and stories we tell about ourselves can be entry points to where our patterns, thoughts, values, actions, attitudes, reactions, and emotions originate. Our struggles can stem from: our families, our childhood, our communities, our cultures, and more. My role is to help my clients explore the stories and struggles that continue to make them feel stuck, and that prevent them from living the lives they are seeking. By learning about ourselves, we can find more agency, choice, and satisfaction. We can discover new ways to relate to ourselves and others.
Our struggles and stories we tell about ourselves can be entry points to where our patterns, thoughts, values, actions, attitudes, reactions, and emotions originate. Our struggles can stem from: our families, our childhood, our communities, our cultures, and more. My role is to help my clients explore the stories and struggles that continue to make them feel stuck, and that prevent them from living the lives they are seeking. By learning about ourselves, we can find more agency, choice, and satisfaction. We can discover new ways to relate to ourselves and others.
I am currently welcoming new clients to my practice in Arcata, as well as virtually anywhere in California. I work with a variety of different clients, and have experience in University Health Centers, Community Mental Health, as well as working with families and parenting education. I have extensive experience with undergrad and grad students and the issues that they experience balancing life, education, identity, and social relationships.
I also really enjoy working from an attachment perspective, and helping people heal from childhoods that intentionally, or unintentionally, caused harm.
I am currently welcoming new clients to my practice in Arcata, as well as virtually anywhere in California. I work with a variety of different clients, and have experience in University Health Centers, Community Mental Health, as well as working with families and parenting education. I have extensive experience with undergrad and grad students and the issues that they experience balancing life, education, identity, and social relationships.
I also really enjoy working from an attachment perspective, and helping people heal from childhoods that intentionally, or unintentionally, caused harm.
Whether you're facing grief, depression, relationship challenges, personal struggles, or simply seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you. My clients often describe me as a compassionate, attentive, and an engaging therapist who listens deeply and fosters meaningful insight at a comfortable pace. I offer personalized, evidence-based support tailored to the unique needs of each individual or couple.
Whether you're facing grief, depression, relationship challenges, personal struggles, or simply seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you. My clients often describe me as a compassionate, attentive, and an engaging therapist who listens deeply and fosters meaningful insight at a comfortable pace. I offer personalized, evidence-based support tailored to the unique needs of each individual or couple.
Dr. Black specializes in trauma, TBI/concussion, insomnia/sleep issues, anxiety, depression, & coping with chronic illness. The therapies Dr. Black specializes included ketamine assisted psychotherapy (KAP), eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), existential therapy, & cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).
Note that Dr. Black is currently only accepting new patients through her associates. While she oversees all aspects of care, regular sessions will be held with one of her associates. This allows clients to be seen sooner while still benefiting from her expertise.
Dr. Black specializes in trauma, TBI/concussion, insomnia/sleep issues, anxiety, depression, & coping with chronic illness. The therapies Dr. Black specializes included ketamine assisted psychotherapy (KAP), eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), existential therapy, & cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).
Note that Dr. Black is currently only accepting new patients through her associates. While she oversees all aspects of care, regular sessions will be held with one of her associates. This allows clients to be seen sooner while still benefiting from her expertise.
Anne Seveska - Intimacy and Sex Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, KAP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Sexuality is part of our core identity. I provide a judgment-free space to help foster connections to love, intimacy, desire, and pleasure. I work with sexual connection, sexual trauma, kink, fertility (IUI, IVF, adoption, etc). and sex post-partum. I also offer support to address male confidence, premature ejaculation, and anxiety. I love facilitating couples healing from infidelity and individuals making sense of complex sexual histories. I see cis-hetero & LGBTQIA+ populations in traditional or non-traditional relationships.
Sexuality is part of our core identity. I provide a judgment-free space to help foster connections to love, intimacy, desire, and pleasure. I work with sexual connection, sexual trauma, kink, fertility (IUI, IVF, adoption, etc). and sex post-partum. I also offer support to address male confidence, premature ejaculation, and anxiety. I love facilitating couples healing from infidelity and individuals making sense of complex sexual histories. I see cis-hetero & LGBTQIA+ populations in traditional or non-traditional relationships.
Campbell Teen & Family Therapy, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
5 Endorsed
Campbell, CA 95008
Our ideal clients are teens, young adults, and families struggling with challenges like anxiety, depression, eating disorders, or life transitions. They want relief from overwhelming emotions, support in improving relationships, and tools to cope with stress. Their goals are to feel more confident, connected, and hopeful. Above all, they are looking for a safe place where they can be understood and supported as they work toward healing and lasting change.
Our ideal clients are teens, young adults, and families struggling with challenges like anxiety, depression, eating disorders, or life transitions. They want relief from overwhelming emotions, support in improving relationships, and tools to cope with stress. Their goals are to feel more confident, connected, and hopeful. Above all, they are looking for a safe place where they can be understood and supported as they work toward healing and lasting change.
Has anxiety or depression become an everyday companion? Do you feel like food has taken over your life? Are you missing out on important events or activities because you can’t focus on anything outside of how you look or what others might be thinking about you? Maybe you’ve been struggling with self-criticism or setting appropriate boundaries with yourself or others. Life is hard enough without us getting in our own way. You deserve to live a life that aligns with your values or priorities; a life filled with joy and success, however you want to define it.
Has anxiety or depression become an everyday companion? Do you feel like food has taken over your life? Are you missing out on important events or activities because you can’t focus on anything outside of how you look or what others might be thinking about you? Maybe you’ve been struggling with self-criticism or setting appropriate boundaries with yourself or others. Life is hard enough without us getting in our own way. You deserve to live a life that aligns with your values or priorities; a life filled with joy and success, however you want to define it.
Welcome to Whole Hearted Therapy ! Some life experiences create open wounds that can have a paralyzing impact in the way we see the world, interact or make meaning of it. Does this lead you to shy away from intimate relationships and struggle with boundaries with friends and family ? I provide a safe and compassionate space where you can be fully seen and heard, explore with curiosity and support you in your journey to well being. I am EMDR trained clinician and bring a trauma informed approach to my practice.
Welcome to Whole Hearted Therapy ! Some life experiences create open wounds that can have a paralyzing impact in the way we see the world, interact or make meaning of it. Does this lead you to shy away from intimate relationships and struggle with boundaries with friends and family ? I provide a safe and compassionate space where you can be fully seen and heard, explore with curiosity and support you in your journey to well being. I am EMDR trained clinician and bring a trauma informed approach to my practice.
Some of my areas of specialty include: anxiety; depression; trauma; aging; grief; exploring the impact of power, privilege, and systems; cultural, gender, and sexual identity work; self-esteem, empowerment, and improving communication in close relationships; life transitions; being a therapist for therapists and caregivers; body image; and sex therapy.
Do you feel overwhelmed by worry about the future? Do you feel overextended because you're constantly serving others? Are you emotionally exhausted? Feeling stuck? Are you concerned about your relationships? Although these struggles can feel challenging, they can also be the spark to ignite positive change in your life. Change can be rewarding, even exciting, when undertaken with the right support. In these uncertain times, I am committed to providing calming, nourishing help. I am warm, collaborative, understanding, and real. Let's connect so you can tap into greater ease, clarity, and connection.
Some of my areas of specialty include: anxiety; depression; trauma; aging; grief; exploring the impact of power, privilege, and systems; cultural, gender, and sexual identity work; self-esteem, empowerment, and improving communication in close relationships; life transitions; being a therapist for therapists and caregivers; body image; and sex therapy.
Do you feel overwhelmed by worry about the future? Do you feel overextended because you're constantly serving others? Are you emotionally exhausted? Feeling stuck? Are you concerned about your relationships? Although these struggles can feel challenging, they can also be the spark to ignite positive change in your life. Change can be rewarding, even exciting, when undertaken with the right support. In these uncertain times, I am committed to providing calming, nourishing help. I am warm, collaborative, understanding, and real. Let's connect so you can tap into greater ease, clarity, and connection.
Hello! Please send me a message and I will reply promptly! I love working with people finding their way with neurodivergence/ADHD/ASD and/or sexual/gender identity. These issues affect everything in life, including relationships, moods, self-concept, and work, so please feel free to contact me if any of this applies to you. I look forward to meeting you!
Hello! Please send me a message and I will reply promptly! I love working with people finding their way with neurodivergence/ADHD/ASD and/or sexual/gender identity. These issues affect everything in life, including relationships, moods, self-concept, and work, so please feel free to contact me if any of this applies to you. I look forward to meeting you!
Through my work I often support folks who struggle with stress and burnout, body image issues, boundaries, shame/guilt, and recovery from trauma and PTSD.
As a Somatic Therapist, I provide a body-oriented approach to therapy. Somatic therapy can have many benefits, such as reducing anxiety, stress, tension, and PTSD symptoms. I also consider the larger context of life experiences an integral part of our work together, and my work is rooted in social justice principles and liberation psychology.
Through my work I often support folks who struggle with stress and burnout, body image issues, boundaries, shame/guilt, and recovery from trauma and PTSD.
As a Somatic Therapist, I provide a body-oriented approach to therapy. Somatic therapy can have many benefits, such as reducing anxiety, stress, tension, and PTSD symptoms. I also consider the larger context of life experiences an integral part of our work together, and my work is rooted in social justice principles and liberation psychology.
Everyone deserves to feel balanced and a safe space to let go. Nobody should ever feel alone or always have to be “the strong one”. I use an eclectic model- pieces of CBT, Expressive Arts, EMDR, and Somatic Practices customizing them to fit the person in front of me. I listen and decide which pieces may be of most help to you and your life. I specialize in creatives and neurodivergent humans. I go above and beyond to provide care for my clients free of judgement. Helping you figure out an accurate diagnosis, or walking with you layer by layer through your complex trauma, or exploring what it means to truly unmask are my jams.
Everyone deserves to feel balanced and a safe space to let go. Nobody should ever feel alone or always have to be “the strong one”. I use an eclectic model- pieces of CBT, Expressive Arts, EMDR, and Somatic Practices customizing them to fit the person in front of me. I listen and decide which pieces may be of most help to you and your life. I specialize in creatives and neurodivergent humans. I go above and beyond to provide care for my clients free of judgement. Helping you figure out an accurate diagnosis, or walking with you layer by layer through your complex trauma, or exploring what it means to truly unmask are my jams.
I support individuals navigating trauma symptoms and C-PTSD, big feelings, neurodivergence, and those who desire to build safety within the body. I am passionate about supporting BIPOC and AAPI individuals and therapists. I am not a quick fix therapist, as I have experienced true healing to take gentleness, safety, and integration. I believe that transformation occurs through attunement and acceptance of the present moment, rather than forceful attempts to be different. I hold a warm and compassionate space as we build stronger connections with your body and parts of yourself, and all that arises.
I support individuals navigating trauma symptoms and C-PTSD, big feelings, neurodivergence, and those who desire to build safety within the body. I am passionate about supporting BIPOC and AAPI individuals and therapists. I am not a quick fix therapist, as I have experienced true healing to take gentleness, safety, and integration. I believe that transformation occurs through attunement and acceptance of the present moment, rather than forceful attempts to be different. I hold a warm and compassionate space as we build stronger connections with your body and parts of yourself, and all that arises.
I support women & teen girls navigating ADHD, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, and disordered eating—areas that often overlap more than people realize.
If you’re feeling tired of patterns that no longer serve you and ready to face what’s been holding you back, you’re not alone. Many people reach a point where they want more than survival—they want clarity, peace, rest, and a healthier relationship with themselves/equipped to thrive in relationships with others. Therapy can be a space to move forward mindfully, let go of unhelpful coping strategies, and begin building a life that feels more aligned, balanced, and authentic. Therapy can also be a space where your faith based values can be honored to enrich your experience.
I support women & teen girls navigating ADHD, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, and disordered eating—areas that often overlap more than people realize.
If you’re feeling tired of patterns that no longer serve you and ready to face what’s been holding you back, you’re not alone. Many people reach a point where they want more than survival—they want clarity, peace, rest, and a healthier relationship with themselves/equipped to thrive in relationships with others. Therapy can be a space to move forward mindfully, let go of unhelpful coping strategies, and begin building a life that feels more aligned, balanced, and authentic. Therapy can also be a space where your faith based values can be honored to enrich your experience.
Lots of people need support right now. If you are one of them, we have a team of therapists who can help you right away. We pride ourselves on providing services to people in all kinds of bodies - all ages, genders, sizes, abilities, lifestyles and more.
Lots of people need support right now. If you are one of them, we have a team of therapists who can help you right away. We pride ourselves on providing services to people in all kinds of bodies - all ages, genders, sizes, abilities, lifestyles and more.
Are you struggling with anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, or attachment injuries? My style is mindfulness based, compassion focused, somatic, and stems from a non-pathologizing lens. I tend to be a good fit with artists and creative types, perfectionists, high achievers, people who love to learn, and those who identify as highly sensitive. Many of my clients have done a lot of inner work and are looking to deepen the healing that they've already accomplished. I love working with first timers as well. Read more about my approach and style on my website linked above.
Are you struggling with anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, or attachment injuries? My style is mindfulness based, compassion focused, somatic, and stems from a non-pathologizing lens. I tend to be a good fit with artists and creative types, perfectionists, high achievers, people who love to learn, and those who identify as highly sensitive. Many of my clients have done a lot of inner work and are looking to deepen the healing that they've already accomplished. I love working with first timers as well. Read more about my approach and style on my website linked above.
I specialize in working with older adults navigating the shifting terrain of aging and medical challenges. They may feel the weight of loss, uncertainty, or new limitations, yet long to preserve their dignity, purpose, and sense of self. Their goal is to take intentional steps—one at a time—toward peace, connection, and joy. Each step builds resilience and renewed vitality through choices that honor their story and nurture hope.
I specialize in working with older adults navigating the shifting terrain of aging and medical challenges. They may feel the weight of loss, uncertainty, or new limitations, yet long to preserve their dignity, purpose, and sense of self. Their goal is to take intentional steps—one at a time—toward peace, connection, and joy. Each step builds resilience and renewed vitality through choices that honor their story and nurture hope.
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How does body image affect mental health?
Poor body image can influence mental health because it can reduce self-esteem and decrease functioning in other areas of one's life. Negative body image may hinder someone's ability to perform daily tasks, including professional and social responsibilities, because they may feel self-conscious or shame surrounding their appearance; a desire to change one's body as a result of negative body image can also trigger behaviors such as extreme dieting, excessive exercise, or obsessive social media comparison. Poor body image is associated with a number of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, although many people experience negative body image even in the absence of meeting the diagnostic criteria for any mental health disorders.
What does it mean to have a positive body image?
Body image refers to how one internally perceives their appearance and internally "talks" to themself about their body. Positive body image is therefore indicative of a positive perception of one's self and positive internal self-talk that underscores one's strengths. People who have good body image often have higher self-esteem, self-worth, and self-confidence, and they also often recognize how external factors, such as social media or relationship patterns, can influence body image. While body image can change at different life stages and in response to various triggers, practicing self-acceptance and a body-positive mindset can help maintain a more stable sense of positive body image.
Is body image the same as self-esteem?
Body image and self-esteem are often related, but they are distinct concepts. Self-esteem is a broader term that can be shaped by a number of factors outside of body image, including one's functioning at school or in the workplace; it refers to one's capacity to handle various life challenges. Poor body image can be one way in which one's self-esteem is reduced. Reduced self-esteem as a result of poor body image can cause individuals to feel negative about their appearance, withdraw from social interactions, and/or rely on harmful behaviors as a coping mechanism. A "body positive" approach to body image therapy is therefore often used to encourage a more positive view of one's self and thus encourage better self-esteem.
What type of therapy is best to foster a positive body image?
The type of therapy best suited to improve body image depends on each person, as there is not a single therapy specific to body image improvement. That said, many individuals with poor body image benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based therapy. CBT can be used to help challenge distorted or negative thoughts about one's body, while ACT and mindfulness practices can facilitate a more positive body image through self-acceptance and identification of one's personal strengths. Regardless of treatment type, clients should look for body image therapists who encourage the development of a sense of self outside of their external appearance and help clients reduce unwanted behaviors developed as a result of poor self-esteem, such as dieting or disordered eating patterns.