Weight Loss Therapists in River North, Chicago, IL
I am a psychotherapist with extensive experience using Hypnosis, NLP, EMDR and EFT for medical procedures, weight loss, anxiety reduction, essential tremor, and other issues.
I specialize in hypnotherapy, which offers rapid results. I have helped countless people lose weight, stop smoking, get over their anxiety, fears, worries, phobias, broken hearts, and experience painless medical procedures, including childbirth. I also work with people with autoimmune disorders, allergies, sugar addictions, sports related issues and more.
I am a psychotherapist with extensive experience using Hypnosis, NLP, EMDR and EFT for medical procedures, weight loss, anxiety reduction, essential tremor, and other issues.
I specialize in hypnotherapy, which offers rapid results. I have helped countless people lose weight, stop smoking, get over their anxiety, fears, worries, phobias, broken hearts, and experience painless medical procedures, including childbirth. I also work with people with autoimmune disorders, allergies, sugar addictions, sports related issues and more.
Nick Riehlmann: Now Accepting Clients (BCBS/Aetna)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or life's challenges? It's exhausting to face these struggles alone. I specialize in guiding adults toward meaningful improvements in emotional well-being and physical health, empowering you to navigate stress, overcome grief, and embrace healthier lifestyle choices. My clients often come to me for support with managing emotional eating, maintaining recovery, processing loss, and improving their relationships and overall well-being. Take the first step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. Contact me today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or life's challenges? It's exhausting to face these struggles alone. I specialize in guiding adults toward meaningful improvements in emotional well-being and physical health, empowering you to navigate stress, overcome grief, and embrace healthier lifestyle choices. My clients often come to me for support with managing emotional eating, maintaining recovery, processing loss, and improving their relationships and overall well-being. Take the first step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. Contact me today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
Matthew Cramer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Matthew Cramer treats people struggling with: addictive use of substances or behaviors, anxiety, depression, relationship stress, job stress and the lasting impact of trauma. If you're considering therapy but aren't sure, then you've come to the right place. Most people who see Matthew have little to no experience with therapists or therapy. Many are uncomfortable asking for help, believing it is a sign of "weakness." Others come from families where "staying strong," and keeping "personal business" in the family was the norm. Whatever the story, they are able to open up to him.
Matthew Cramer treats people struggling with: addictive use of substances or behaviors, anxiety, depression, relationship stress, job stress and the lasting impact of trauma. If you're considering therapy but aren't sure, then you've come to the right place. Most people who see Matthew have little to no experience with therapists or therapy. Many are uncomfortable asking for help, believing it is a sign of "weakness." Others come from families where "staying strong," and keeping "personal business" in the family was the norm. Whatever the story, they are able to open up to him.
Dr. Esposito is a Clinical Psychologist with experience working in university, hospital, and community mental health settings. He received his Master's and Doctorate, in health psychology, from The Adler School in Chicago. He completed his clinical internship and post-doctoral fellowship at Wichita State University receiving specialized training in preventative health psychology and sports psychology. Dr. Esposito utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy combined with motivational interviewing and other approaches to treat mood disorders, anxiety disorders, relationship concerns, interpersonal conflict, and substance abuse, maladaptive eating patterns and the psychological components of eating behaviors.
Dr. Esposito is a Clinical Psychologist with experience working in university, hospital, and community mental health settings. He received his Master's and Doctorate, in health psychology, from The Adler School in Chicago. He completed his clinical internship and post-doctoral fellowship at Wichita State University receiving specialized training in preventative health psychology and sports psychology. Dr. Esposito utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy combined with motivational interviewing and other approaches to treat mood disorders, anxiety disorders, relationship concerns, interpersonal conflict, and substance abuse, maladaptive eating patterns and the psychological components of eating behaviors.
Life’s journey takes us through diverse landscapes where clarity and security often intersect with uncertainty and confusion. My goal is to walk alongside clients, meeting them where they are, while providing a warm and supportive presence to foster a sense of safety and security. I firmly believe everyone deserves to discover their authentic selves and strive to become the best version of who they are. We will explore cultural identity, fulfilling hobbies, coping strategies like meditation and journaling, and strategies for empowerment to navigate challenges with confidence.
Life’s journey takes us through diverse landscapes where clarity and security often intersect with uncertainty and confusion. My goal is to walk alongside clients, meeting them where they are, while providing a warm and supportive presence to foster a sense of safety and security. I firmly believe everyone deserves to discover their authentic selves and strive to become the best version of who they are. We will explore cultural identity, fulfilling hobbies, coping strategies like meditation and journaling, and strategies for empowerment to navigate challenges with confidence.
I am currently taking on new clients throughout Illinois via telehealth appointments. Seeking a therapist takes courage and demonstrates a readiness to move forward in new directions. I see myself as a catalyst for exploration into various areas of your life, such as relationship patterns or emotional barriers that may be impacting you in negative ways. I believe it is important to work collaboratively and to understand these parts of your identity/experience. It is important to find the right fit for this work, so I encourage you to reach out for a consultation.
I am currently taking on new clients throughout Illinois via telehealth appointments. Seeking a therapist takes courage and demonstrates a readiness to move forward in new directions. I see myself as a catalyst for exploration into various areas of your life, such as relationship patterns or emotional barriers that may be impacting you in negative ways. I believe it is important to work collaboratively and to understand these parts of your identity/experience. It is important to find the right fit for this work, so I encourage you to reach out for a consultation.
Accepting new clients in IL, AZ, IN, and NJ! Managing with Mindfulness offers a safe and judgement-free environment to unravel life’s greatest stressors, utilizing a variety of treatment methods to best serve your goals. We work primarily with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. We will work together to gently examine how your mind, body, and soul are interconnected. We will also assess how your current environment, work/school, and relationships impact your mental health. We plan to meet you where you are, in the present moment, regarding your goals and intentions.
Accepting new clients in IL, AZ, IN, and NJ! Managing with Mindfulness offers a safe and judgement-free environment to unravel life’s greatest stressors, utilizing a variety of treatment methods to best serve your goals. We work primarily with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. We will work together to gently examine how your mind, body, and soul are interconnected. We will also assess how your current environment, work/school, and relationships impact your mental health. We plan to meet you where you are, in the present moment, regarding your goals and intentions.
I've been a therapist for more than 25 years and have helped clients to develop insight and skills to address a broad range of life challenges leading to meaningful and lasting change. I believe each of us has our own vision for how life should unfold, and my role is to create a supportive and non-judgmental space where exploration and growth lead to making that vision a reality. You would find my approach to be warm, curious, and engaged rather than reserved. I actively check in to make sure therapy aligns with your needs and encourage open dialogue about your experience in therapy.
I've been a therapist for more than 25 years and have helped clients to develop insight and skills to address a broad range of life challenges leading to meaningful and lasting change. I believe each of us has our own vision for how life should unfold, and my role is to create a supportive and non-judgmental space where exploration and growth lead to making that vision a reality. You would find my approach to be warm, curious, and engaged rather than reserved. I actively check in to make sure therapy aligns with your needs and encourage open dialogue about your experience in therapy.
Stephanie Whitman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, JD
Verified Verified
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Are you struggling in your relationships? Are you and your partner experiencing conflict that you can't seem to resolve? I can help you understand the underlying issues and needs that lead to withdrawal or anger, and work with you to re-establish strong bonds. Together we will identify the negative patterns that repeat, learn how to interrupt those and to instead create positive conflict resolution skills. I am passionate about the work I do as a therapist, and I respect each person's struggle and strengths.
Are you struggling in your relationships? Are you and your partner experiencing conflict that you can't seem to resolve? I can help you understand the underlying issues and needs that lead to withdrawal or anger, and work with you to re-establish strong bonds. Together we will identify the negative patterns that repeat, learn how to interrupt those and to instead create positive conflict resolution skills. I am passionate about the work I do as a therapist, and I respect each person's struggle and strengths.
I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in health psychology with 16 years of experience in weight management and bariatric. Many of my clients present with co-morbidities and are living with chronic medical illnesses. Some of the areas addressed in treatment include emotional eating, binge eating, body image issues, depression, anxiety, and other mood related disorders. I offer pre-surgical bariatric psychological evaluations, brief and long-term therapy using an eclectic approach incorporating cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, mindfulness, family systems and interpersonal therapy. I work closely with my client's medical providers in order to provide the most robust care.
I am a Clinical Psychologist specializing in health psychology with 16 years of experience in weight management and bariatric. Many of my clients present with co-morbidities and are living with chronic medical illnesses. Some of the areas addressed in treatment include emotional eating, binge eating, body image issues, depression, anxiety, and other mood related disorders. I offer pre-surgical bariatric psychological evaluations, brief and long-term therapy using an eclectic approach incorporating cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, mindfulness, family systems and interpersonal therapy. I work closely with my client's medical providers in order to provide the most robust care.
Hello. All of us experience challenges and hardships in our lives. These challenges could make you feel disconnected from people around you, sad, overwhelmed, or alone. You may be reacting to hardships that are happening in your current life or in the past. Whether the issues are current or past, it affects your emotional well-being today. I believe therapy helps us understand our emotions, especially how these emotional struggles happen at the particular time in our lives.
Hello. All of us experience challenges and hardships in our lives. These challenges could make you feel disconnected from people around you, sad, overwhelmed, or alone. You may be reacting to hardships that are happening in your current life or in the past. Whether the issues are current or past, it affects your emotional well-being today. I believe therapy helps us understand our emotions, especially how these emotional struggles happen at the particular time in our lives.
Meet Our Weight Loss Therapists
An integrative and holistic approach to change, healing, and future growth. Assessing your own being, needs, and internal control while promoting health in the mind-body-and soul. Therapy can heal relationships in your personal and professional worlds. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, communication skills, grief, infertility, eating disorders, etc., you do not have to struggle alone. As a licensed clinical therapist, I commit to diligently working in collaboration with you to bring about the change you desire. I am an experienced therapist, trained yoga instructor, and reiki practitioner.
An integrative and holistic approach to change, healing, and future growth. Assessing your own being, needs, and internal control while promoting health in the mind-body-and soul. Therapy can heal relationships in your personal and professional worlds. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, communication skills, grief, infertility, eating disorders, etc., you do not have to struggle alone. As a licensed clinical therapist, I commit to diligently working in collaboration with you to bring about the change you desire. I am an experienced therapist, trained yoga instructor, and reiki practitioner.
Kristina M Pecora
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Waitlist for new clients
Have you ever felt like you could do more, achieve more, be “better” in some way but you’re not quite sure how? Like something is holding you back and if you could just unlock the key to whatever it is, you could level up your life? Long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions may hold you back from experiencing a more fulfilling, more meaningful life - we can change that!
Have you ever felt like you could do more, achieve more, be “better” in some way but you’re not quite sure how? Like something is holding you back and if you could just unlock the key to whatever it is, you could level up your life? Long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions may hold you back from experiencing a more fulfilling, more meaningful life - we can change that!
Dr. Steven Nakisher offers a practical approach in a supportive, yet challenging atmosphere to help clients gain insight, make lasting changes in life and "get out your own way". With over 25 years of experience, he works particularly well with people who have previously experienced therapy as unhelpful. Dr. Nakisher also works a business consultant to major corporations, improving business through human capital.
Dr. Steven Nakisher offers a practical approach in a supportive, yet challenging atmosphere to help clients gain insight, make lasting changes in life and "get out your own way". With over 25 years of experience, he works particularly well with people who have previously experienced therapy as unhelpful. Dr. Nakisher also works a business consultant to major corporations, improving business through human capital.
My name is Jenny, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Florida. I provide individual therapy to adults and have extensive experience in teletherapy. I know it can be difficult to reach out for help, especially for the first time. That’s why building a trusting connection is always my top priority. People who know me best describe me as warm, down-to-earth, and open. My goal is to create a space where people can share all aspects of themselves without fear of judgment.
My name is Jenny, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois and Florida. I provide individual therapy to adults and have extensive experience in teletherapy. I know it can be difficult to reach out for help, especially for the first time. That’s why building a trusting connection is always my top priority. People who know me best describe me as warm, down-to-earth, and open. My goal is to create a space where people can share all aspects of themselves without fear of judgment.
I am a board certified, licensed psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate personal and professional challenges on the path toward positive mental health and well-being. With specialized training in trauma, depression, anxiety, sleep, gender and sexual identity, and adjustment to chronic medical illness, I bring years of clinical experience to assist in managing life’s challenges. I also provide a host of assessment services including readiness for surgery evaluations including bariatric and gender-affirming surgery. My approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based practice to ensure a positive experience.
I am a board certified, licensed psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate personal and professional challenges on the path toward positive mental health and well-being. With specialized training in trauma, depression, anxiety, sleep, gender and sexual identity, and adjustment to chronic medical illness, I bring years of clinical experience to assist in managing life’s challenges. I also provide a host of assessment services including readiness for surgery evaluations including bariatric and gender-affirming surgery. My approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based practice to ensure a positive experience.
Healing is a journey, and I recognize the challenges it can present. It’s easy to feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure about where to turn for help. Navigating these emotional hurdles can be tough and isolating. If you're facing challenges with emotional or psychological concerns like anxiety, burnout, depression, or grief, I’m here to offer compassionate care tailored to your unique needs.
Healing is a journey, and I recognize the challenges it can present. It’s easy to feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure about where to turn for help. Navigating these emotional hurdles can be tough and isolating. If you're facing challenges with emotional or psychological concerns like anxiety, burnout, depression, or grief, I’m here to offer compassionate care tailored to your unique needs.
Katya Shcherbakova
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am passionate about helping my clients thrive and embark on a path of personal growth. I enjoy working with adult clients who are ready to gain insight into their lives, behaviors, and patterns. I firmly believe in our capacity for self-healing, and through a collaborative approach, we can unlock powerful insights and achieve personal growth. My therapeutic style is direct yet warm and compassionate. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can begin their therapeutic journey. I am EMDR trained and have found this modality to be extremely helpful in moving clients out of a place of feeling stuck.
I am passionate about helping my clients thrive and embark on a path of personal growth. I enjoy working with adult clients who are ready to gain insight into their lives, behaviors, and patterns. I firmly believe in our capacity for self-healing, and through a collaborative approach, we can unlock powerful insights and achieve personal growth. My therapeutic style is direct yet warm and compassionate. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can begin their therapeutic journey. I am EMDR trained and have found this modality to be extremely helpful in moving clients out of a place of feeling stuck.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained—struggling to keep up with life’s demands while carrying the weight of past experiences. It may be impacting your marriage, your parenting, or how you cope day to day. You’re tired of the pressure, the disconnection, the constant worry—and you want relief. You want to feel more present, more at peace, and more like yourself again—for you and the people you love. The clients I work with are looking for real support, practical tools, and a safe space to work through what’s getting in the way of feeling better and living a more mindful, connected life.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained—struggling to keep up with life’s demands while carrying the weight of past experiences. It may be impacting your marriage, your parenting, or how you cope day to day. You’re tired of the pressure, the disconnection, the constant worry—and you want relief. You want to feel more present, more at peace, and more like yourself again—for you and the people you love. The clients I work with are looking for real support, practical tools, and a safe space to work through what’s getting in the way of feeling better and living a more mindful, connected life.
Anxiety, depression, or interpersonal crises? I create a safe, trusting space to get to know you and your needs. I work hard to be trustworthy, authentic, and supportive. I want you to feel comfortable expressing your goals and feelings. Depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem no longer need to ruin your life. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused techniques, and mindfulness to help you heal, while gaining life lasting coping skills.
Anxiety, depression, or interpersonal crises? I create a safe, trusting space to get to know you and your needs. I work hard to be trustworthy, authentic, and supportive. I want you to feel comfortable expressing your goals and feelings. Depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem no longer need to ruin your life. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused techniques, and mindfulness to help you heal, while gaining life lasting coping skills.
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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.