Weight Loss Therapists in Belmont, MA
Are you struggling to lead a bigger life? Is self-doubt, anxiety or depression getting in your way? I offer compassionate, non-judgmental treatment for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, substance use and other issues. Using an integrated approach, I help clients create a toolbox of skills to use in times of distress, and provide a warm and supportive environment for self-exploration, growth and transformation.
Are you struggling to lead a bigger life? Is self-doubt, anxiety or depression getting in your way? I offer compassionate, non-judgmental treatment for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, substance use and other issues. Using an integrated approach, I help clients create a toolbox of skills to use in times of distress, and provide a warm and supportive environment for self-exploration, growth and transformation.
I have experience treating adults with grief and loss issues, coparenting and family issues, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance use, relationship difficulties, and parenting and life transitions including divorce, loss and employment. My ideal client wishes to improve their overall quality of life personally and/or professionally.
I have experience treating adults with grief and loss issues, coparenting and family issues, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance use, relationship difficulties, and parenting and life transitions including divorce, loss and employment. My ideal client wishes to improve their overall quality of life personally and/or professionally.
Are you experiencing attention or memory issues, brain fog, or other cognitive-based difficulties? Are these impacting your relationships, job/career success, or self-esteem? I conduct neuropsychological evaluations through comprehensive testing, after which I provide tailored recommendations based on your own relative strengths and areas of needed improvement. I also regularly see people who are recovering from brain injury (TBI/concussions, head trauma, new-onset neurological diagnoses), who might be struggling with cognitive, emotional, and/or psychological recovery.
Are you experiencing attention or memory issues, brain fog, or other cognitive-based difficulties? Are these impacting your relationships, job/career success, or self-esteem? I conduct neuropsychological evaluations through comprehensive testing, after which I provide tailored recommendations based on your own relative strengths and areas of needed improvement. I also regularly see people who are recovering from brain injury (TBI/concussions, head trauma, new-onset neurological diagnoses), who might be struggling with cognitive, emotional, and/or psychological recovery.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, eating disorders, dual diagnosis, or life changes? I can assist you with developing coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and utilizing tools to manage your mental health effectively. I aim to work with clients willing to help themselves and open to the therapeutic process. This mindset will allow us to build a positive therapeutic relationship that can bring about positive changes in their lives.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, eating disorders, dual diagnosis, or life changes? I can assist you with developing coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and utilizing tools to manage your mental health effectively. I aim to work with clients willing to help themselves and open to the therapeutic process. This mindset will allow us to build a positive therapeutic relationship that can bring about positive changes in their lives.
Feeling stuck, underappreciated, or overwhelmed by relationship struggles? Having trouble making meaningful connection or unsure about your current role? If anxiety or depression make it hard to get through the day, you’re not alone. I’m a trained social worker with 25 years of experience helping clients navigate adjustment challenges, depression, anxiety, PTSD, parenting concerns, women’s issues, and life cycle transitions. Together, we can work toward clarity, healing, and growth.
Feeling stuck, underappreciated, or overwhelmed by relationship struggles? Having trouble making meaningful connection or unsure about your current role? If anxiety or depression make it hard to get through the day, you’re not alone. I’m a trained social worker with 25 years of experience helping clients navigate adjustment challenges, depression, anxiety, PTSD, parenting concerns, women’s issues, and life cycle transitions. Together, we can work toward clarity, healing, and growth.
For more than 20 years, I've studied, contributed to, and advocated for a shift in how we build - and rebuild - the skills and mindset needed for healthy lives. As a licensed therapist, I've worked closely with adults of all ages who struggled with the demons that manifested in poor health habits and ultimately an unhealthy lifestyle. I am passionate about supporting individuals navigating life transitions, especially those dealing with health and mood challenges. Together, we’ll work to build resilience and find effective strategies to enhance your well-being during these pivotal times.
For more than 20 years, I've studied, contributed to, and advocated for a shift in how we build - and rebuild - the skills and mindset needed for healthy lives. As a licensed therapist, I've worked closely with adults of all ages who struggled with the demons that manifested in poor health habits and ultimately an unhealthy lifestyle. I am passionate about supporting individuals navigating life transitions, especially those dealing with health and mood challenges. Together, we’ll work to build resilience and find effective strategies to enhance your well-being during these pivotal times.
Dr. Santagati's areas of special training and expertise include several clinical issues: working with individuals, couples and families who have depression, anxiety, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, interpersonal difficulties and conflict. Her approach to therapy is influenced by several theoretical backgrounds such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adlerian Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Systems, Humanistic Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. You will decide in collaboration with Dr. Santagati which therapeutic approach is the right one for you!
Dr. Santagati's areas of special training and expertise include several clinical issues: working with individuals, couples and families who have depression, anxiety, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, interpersonal difficulties and conflict. Her approach to therapy is influenced by several theoretical backgrounds such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adlerian Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Systems, Humanistic Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. You will decide in collaboration with Dr. Santagati which therapeutic approach is the right one for you!
As a psychotherapist, I create a safe space for clients to feel heard and responded to in a compassionate, nonjudgmental way. Through this trusting relationship, we collaborate, build upon inherent strengths, and work toward healing and growth. I bring warmth, authenticity and direct feedback to my clients (adults college age and up), who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship/family conflicts, stress around life events and transitions, and others issues that can arise following trauma.
As a psychotherapist, I create a safe space for clients to feel heard and responded to in a compassionate, nonjudgmental way. Through this trusting relationship, we collaborate, build upon inherent strengths, and work toward healing and growth. I bring warmth, authenticity and direct feedback to my clients (adults college age and up), who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship/family conflicts, stress around life events and transitions, and others issues that can arise following trauma.
We will focus on how cognitive and behavioral changes can help shift eating patterns with the goal of improved overall health, a more positive self-view, and weight loss success.
My work as a counselor and coach has been to help individuals who are struggling with weight related issues and the emotions that are connected to problematic eating patterns. My focus, with clients, has been to offer cognitive and behavioral retraining in a supportive and non-judgmental space. My goal is to help you to implement change by assisting you to identify your personal relationship to food, how and why problematic eating patterns have taken shape in your life, and how to change these patterns.
We will focus on how cognitive and behavioral changes can help shift eating patterns with the goal of improved overall health, a more positive self-view, and weight loss success.
My work as a counselor and coach has been to help individuals who are struggling with weight related issues and the emotions that are connected to problematic eating patterns. My focus, with clients, has been to offer cognitive and behavioral retraining in a supportive and non-judgmental space. My goal is to help you to implement change by assisting you to identify your personal relationship to food, how and why problematic eating patterns have taken shape in your life, and how to change these patterns.
I have worked for several years as a clinical psychologist at McLean Hospital and within a private practice. My compassionate and collaborative approach has helped clients strengthen their ability to overcome difficult situations, and given them the confidence to create healthier relationships with themselves and with others. I have expertise tailoring my interventions to each client, and incorporate Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), psychodynamic, and Dialectical Behavioral (DBT) strategies in sessions.
I have worked for several years as a clinical psychologist at McLean Hospital and within a private practice. My compassionate and collaborative approach has helped clients strengthen their ability to overcome difficult situations, and given them the confidence to create healthier relationships with themselves and with others. I have expertise tailoring my interventions to each client, and incorporate Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), psychodynamic, and Dialectical Behavioral (DBT) strategies in sessions.
I am a clinical psychologist with faculty/staff appointments at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. I believe that therapy should be collaborative, supportive, and warm, while also facilitating real change in clients' lives. You may benefit from working with me if you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or lonely; or struggling with low self-esteem or lack of confidence. I can assist you in better managing relationship or family conflict, work- or school-related stress, parenting or caregiver stress, grief/loss, and major transitions.
I am a clinical psychologist with faculty/staff appointments at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. I believe that therapy should be collaborative, supportive, and warm, while also facilitating real change in clients' lives. You may benefit from working with me if you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or lonely; or struggling with low self-esteem or lack of confidence. I can assist you in better managing relationship or family conflict, work- or school-related stress, parenting or caregiver stress, grief/loss, and major transitions.
I am a psychotherapist in private practice for 20 years. I work with individuals and couples, treating such issues as depression, anxiety, trauma, couples and family issues and relationship challenges. I offer an initial free interview that enables you to interview me and talk about why you are looking for therapy.
I am a psychotherapist in private practice for 20 years. I work with individuals and couples, treating such issues as depression, anxiety, trauma, couples and family issues and relationship challenges. I offer an initial free interview that enables you to interview me and talk about why you are looking for therapy.
Thanks for stopping by. I am a bilingual developmental psychologist, a clinical social worker and an avid yogi for nearly twenty years. I hold a BC in psychology from Venezuela, a master degrees in Early Intervention from Northeastern University and a masters in Clinical Social Work from Simmons University. I have worked with children and adults with mental health and developmental challenges in a variety of setting and bring my expertise in the field as well as my deep compassion. I truly love helping others in any capacity. I pull from many different frameworks including EMDR, CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT and mindfulness.
Thanks for stopping by. I am a bilingual developmental psychologist, a clinical social worker and an avid yogi for nearly twenty years. I hold a BC in psychology from Venezuela, a master degrees in Early Intervention from Northeastern University and a masters in Clinical Social Work from Simmons University. I have worked with children and adults with mental health and developmental challenges in a variety of setting and bring my expertise in the field as well as my deep compassion. I truly love helping others in any capacity. I pull from many different frameworks including EMDR, CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT and mindfulness.
If you are struggling with a medical, sexual, or relationship problem I want you to know that I am committed to helping people just like yourself. Finding the right professional for your personal needs is an important first step towards success. My web page, http://www.drflory.com is intended to give you more details; I am a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of international work experience. Ich spreche auch deutsch.
If you are struggling with a medical, sexual, or relationship problem I want you to know that I am committed to helping people just like yourself. Finding the right professional for your personal needs is an important first step towards success. My web page, http://www.drflory.com is intended to give you more details; I am a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of international work experience. Ich spreche auch deutsch.
I have training and experience in treating a variety of psychological problems, and I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD and related disorders (hair pulling, skin picking). I have specialized training in the most modern psychological treatments that are supported by research evidence. My style is warm and collaborative; I am dedicated to understanding your experience and helping you make changes that are important to you.
I have training and experience in treating a variety of psychological problems, and I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD and related disorders (hair pulling, skin picking). I have specialized training in the most modern psychological treatments that are supported by research evidence. My style is warm and collaborative; I am dedicated to understanding your experience and helping you make changes that are important to you.
This is a moment in time in which many people are experiencing a sense of fear and despair, or even direct suffering as a result of current trends in our society. Meanwhile, the ups and downs of regular life continue, with loss, rejection, relationship challenges, job stress, and stuckness. In our work together, we will hold space for your full range of feelings and experiences, from the personal to the philosophical. We will aim to integrate your many parts, while bravely confronting tough questions, and putting into practice new behaviors that will move the needle on your life decisions.
This is a moment in time in which many people are experiencing a sense of fear and despair, or even direct suffering as a result of current trends in our society. Meanwhile, the ups and downs of regular life continue, with loss, rejection, relationship challenges, job stress, and stuckness. In our work together, we will hold space for your full range of feelings and experiences, from the personal to the philosophical. We will aim to integrate your many parts, while bravely confronting tough questions, and putting into practice new behaviors that will move the needle on your life decisions.
I enthusiastically approach your therapy with a high level of skill and a spirit of optimism. I am fortunate to have enjoyed over 25 years practicing and teaching the art and science of therapy with issues related to ADHD, depression, trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, learning disabilities and family issues. I specialize in psychodynamic, somatic, hypnosis, ketamine-assisted, EMDR, AEDP, CBT and other therapies that enable us to work through barriers that block your healing and growth.
I enthusiastically approach your therapy with a high level of skill and a spirit of optimism. I am fortunate to have enjoyed over 25 years practicing and teaching the art and science of therapy with issues related to ADHD, depression, trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, learning disabilities and family issues. I specialize in psychodynamic, somatic, hypnosis, ketamine-assisted, EMDR, AEDP, CBT and other therapies that enable us to work through barriers that block your healing and growth.
More Therapists Nearby
My practice is about solving problems, from relatively simple ones like smoking, weight control, or sleep issues, to deeper ones like fears and phobias, and, complex, chronic illnesses that almost invariably have multi-faceted emotional roots. Of course, chronic illnesses can rarely be dealt with as easily and quickly as, say, insomnia, smoking cessation, teeth grinding, or TMJ problems. Habits and simple fears and phobias mostly respond very well to the application of skilled Direct-Suggestion hypnosis. However, Healing Hypnosis, my specialty, is a more intensive and deeper process. That aims to get to the root of problems.
My practice is about solving problems, from relatively simple ones like smoking, weight control, or sleep issues, to deeper ones like fears and phobias, and, complex, chronic illnesses that almost invariably have multi-faceted emotional roots. Of course, chronic illnesses can rarely be dealt with as easily and quickly as, say, insomnia, smoking cessation, teeth grinding, or TMJ problems. Habits and simple fears and phobias mostly respond very well to the application of skilled Direct-Suggestion hypnosis. However, Healing Hypnosis, my specialty, is a more intensive and deeper process. That aims to get to the root of problems.
In addition, as someone who has successfully lost over 100 pounds, I am uniquely positioned to use both my personal experience and my training in mental health counseling to assist you in achieving your weight loss goals.
I offer a unique approach that utilizes a combination of deep therapy in individual sessions plus more holistic offerings, such as guided meditation and grounding exercises. My goal is to address all aspects of your wellness; mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual.
In addition, as someone who has successfully lost over 100 pounds, I am uniquely positioned to use both my personal experience and my training in mental health counseling to assist you in achieving your weight loss goals.
I offer a unique approach that utilizes a combination of deep therapy in individual sessions plus more holistic offerings, such as guided meditation and grounding exercises. My goal is to address all aspects of your wellness; mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual.
Specialty areas of focus include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma Processing
- Child-Parent Psychotherapy (including parental trauma)
- Anxiety Management
- Healy Lifestyle Goals (CBT for weight loss)
- Self-confidence and empowerment building
Welcome!
I believe therapy should be a supportive, empowering space—one where your individual goals, whether big or small, are at the heart of our work together. My practice is rooted in person-centered therapy, which means I see you as the expert in your own life, and I’m here to help you move toward the growth and healing you’re looking for.
I work primarily with individual adults who are navigating a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting struggles, and life transitions.
Specialty areas of focus include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma Processing
- Child-Parent Psychotherapy (including parental trauma)
- Anxiety Management
- Healy Lifestyle Goals (CBT for weight loss)
- Self-confidence and empowerment building
Welcome!
I believe therapy should be a supportive, empowering space—one where your individual goals, whether big or small, are at the heart of our work together. My practice is rooted in person-centered therapy, which means I see you as the expert in your own life, and I’m here to help you move toward the growth and healing you’re looking for.
I work primarily with individual adults who are navigating a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting struggles, and life transitions.
See more therapy options for Belmont
Nearby Weight Loss Therapists Searches for Belmont
- Arlington
- Brighton
- Brookline
- Cambridge
- Lexington
- Medford
- Newton
- Newton Centre
- Somerville
- Waltham
- Watertown
- Winchester
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.


