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The OptimumU
PhD, DACAN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803
Your issues may be anxiety, depression, obesity, panic attacks, autoimmunity and more and we are in a position to evaluate you completely.
We see patients with anxiety, depression, MTHFR, IBS, Hashimoto's and chronic fatigue. They are tired of taking medication or don't want to start. They have a host of physical issues, but nobody connects the dots for them. They are looking for a team of integrative health care professionals to evaluate them mentally and physically and to create a program of care that addresses the causes, not just the symptoms. We use cutting edge lab and advanced psychological testing to create a baseline for where you are right now. Armed with this information, we can create a treatment plan for you. Check out www.anxietylongisland.com
Your issues may be anxiety, depression, obesity, panic attacks, autoimmunity and more and we are in a position to evaluate you completely.
We see patients with anxiety, depression, MTHFR, IBS, Hashimoto's and chronic fatigue. They are tired of taking medication or don't want to start. They have a host of physical issues, but nobody connects the dots for them. They are looking for a team of integrative health care professionals to evaluate them mentally and physically and to create a program of care that addresses the causes, not just the symptoms. We use cutting edge lab and advanced psychological testing to create a baseline for where you are right now. Armed with this information, we can create a treatment plan for you. Check out www.anxietylongisland.com
(516) 548-5915 View (516) 548-5915
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Ms. Hali Greenberg LMSW, LCSW-R
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LMSW
Verified Verified
Plainview, NY 11803
Feeling Overwhelmed? Depressed? Anxious? Need Feedback? Advice? Coping Skills? or Objectivity? Professional help is only a phone call away. Everyone needs a little help at one time or another. Call for a free phone consultation 516-342-1129. Serving: Nassau, Suffolk, & Queens Counties. Call 516-342-1129 , Let me know what Insurance you have if any. Ages 18 and over.
Feeling Overwhelmed? Depressed? Anxious? Need Feedback? Advice? Coping Skills? or Objectivity? Professional help is only a phone call away. Everyone needs a little help at one time or another. Call for a free phone consultation 516-342-1129. Serving: Nassau, Suffolk, & Queens Counties. Call 516-342-1129 , Let me know what Insurance you have if any. Ages 18 and over.
(516) 714-5994 View (516) 714-5994
Photo of Kimberly Meere, LCSW, CCTP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Kimberly Meere
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainview, NY 11803
Life can be easier! Learn specific tools in each session to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and simply work through life's challenges. Over the last 10 years I have guided many individuals, families, couples, and groups to a new state of understanding and personal growth in their lives. I specialize in helping adults and children struggling with issues related to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, school refusal, divorce, and PTSD.. My style of counseling fosters personal growth and family cohesion in a warm, friendly, and safe environment.
Life can be easier! Learn specific tools in each session to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and simply work through life's challenges. Over the last 10 years I have guided many individuals, families, couples, and groups to a new state of understanding and personal growth in their lives. I specialize in helping adults and children struggling with issues related to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, school refusal, divorce, and PTSD.. My style of counseling fosters personal growth and family cohesion in a warm, friendly, and safe environment.
(516) 490-8108 View (516) 490-8108
Obesity Therapists

Can obesity be a cause of depression and anxiety?

Yes. It can be stressful and debilitating to carry excess weight. Many people make inaccurate assumptions about people who are overweight. This stigma may lead individuals to feel badly about themselves, decreasing their self-esteem, or leading to feelings of worthlessness. An association between obesity and depression is well-established.

When should an individual seek treatment for obesity?

When obesity, or the feelings it causes, creates a disruption in your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Examples include avoiding social situations due to anxiety, an inability to participate in family life as a result of health problems, or poor performance at work due to low self-esteem or other concerns.

Are there specific medications for weight loss?

There are several prescription drugs that can help with weight loss, including semaglutide and phentermine. These drugs reduce appetite and must be prescribed by a physician. Professionals will suggest lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, before turning to drugs, which have side effects and typically are prescribed only for a short duration. Many people regain weight after taking weight loss drugs if they have not made significant lifestyle changes.

What is body positivity?

Body positivity is a cultural movement that promotes the acceptance of bodies of all sizes and types, rather than those that conform to societal ideals of beauty. It places self-worth, self-acceptance, and an appreciation for one’s body as goals to achieve a happier, healthier attitude about oneself and others, focusing on who a person is rather than what they look like.