Obesity Therapists in 60544

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Brigid Zarbock
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
If you are reading this then you are taking the first step to self-care and self-compassion. I know this is not an easy task and so I welcome you, and commend you. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training and practice in health psychology, university counseling, inpatient treatment, corrections, and bariatric psychology. I have specialties in addressing weight concerns/body image, overeating, addiction, bariatrics, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, ACOA/Al-Anon, and women's issues. I offer information/treatment/assessments to individuals undergoing or considering bariatric surgery.
If you are reading this then you are taking the first step to self-care and self-compassion. I know this is not an easy task and so I welcome you, and commend you. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training and practice in health psychology, university counseling, inpatient treatment, corrections, and bariatric psychology. I have specialties in addressing weight concerns/body image, overeating, addiction, bariatrics, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, ACOA/Al-Anon, and women's issues. I offer information/treatment/assessments to individuals undergoing or considering bariatric surgery.
(630) 448-9157 View (630) 448-9157
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Shannon Flynn
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60544
Shannon is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with 16 years of experience. She places the utmost importance on making her clients feel comfortable in creating an environment that they will feel confident in sharing experiences and begin the healing process. Shannon believes one of the greatest gifts of therapy is the alliance between the therapist and the client. This unique relationship helps elicit change and allows the client to use the skills that they have learned to make positive lifelong gains.
Shannon is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with 16 years of experience. She places the utmost importance on making her clients feel comfortable in creating an environment that they will feel confident in sharing experiences and begin the healing process. Shannon believes one of the greatest gifts of therapy is the alliance between the therapist and the client. This unique relationship helps elicit change and allows the client to use the skills that they have learned to make positive lifelong gains.
(630) 300-8928 View (630) 300-8928
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Donna Mills
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544  (Online Only)
Donna Mills has an open and affirming practice with all individuals, families and groups. It is important to Donna to have a caring therapeutic relationship in order to assist you with setting and reaching your goals. Donna Mills assists individuals and families with the stresses of immediate or long term situations. Donna has an understanding for people that experience anxiety and/or depression. Come see Donna for any of your problems or stressors in your life.
Donna Mills has an open and affirming practice with all individuals, families and groups. It is important to Donna to have a caring therapeutic relationship in order to assist you with setting and reaching your goals. Donna Mills assists individuals and families with the stresses of immediate or long term situations. Donna has an understanding for people that experience anxiety and/or depression. Come see Donna for any of your problems or stressors in your life.
(773) 985-8428 View (773) 985-8428
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Charyl Smith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
I believe in healing and wellness. Whether dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, transitions in life, loss or parenting issues, life challenges can take a toll on one's well-being. If you are feeling hopeless, struggling to let go, or simply need a place to heal. I feel honored to work with people of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-image or loss. I believe everyone holds ability to grow and heal, and that my role is to help individuals find their own path toward a meaningful and fulfilled life.
I believe in healing and wellness. Whether dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, transitions in life, loss or parenting issues, life challenges can take a toll on one's well-being. If you are feeling hopeless, struggling to let go, or simply need a place to heal. I feel honored to work with people of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-image or loss. I believe everyone holds ability to grow and heal, and that my role is to help individuals find their own path toward a meaningful and fulfilled life.
(708) 498-3226 View (708) 498-3226
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Jennifer Kovachevich
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60544  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I enjoy working with adolescents and couples. I have a lot of expertise in helping my clients with stress management, self-esteem issues, communication skills, peer conflict, women's issues and men's issues. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship and I approach each client individually to determine their course of treatment. I also have a degree in Dietetics and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
I have extensive experience helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and behavioral issues. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who works with individuals, groups, couples, and families. I enjoy working with adolescents and couples. I have a lot of expertise in helping my clients with stress management, self-esteem issues, communication skills, peer conflict, women's issues and men's issues. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship and I approach each client individually to determine their course of treatment. I also have a degree in Dietetics and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
(815) 828-4403 View (815) 828-4403
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Collette's Affordable Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
Whether you are 30 or 80 years old and feel stuck in a difficult situation, I can help you deal with any relationship concerns with your spouse/significant other, parents, kids, or friends, by helping you free yourself up from negative and depressive thoughts, so that you can enjoy life and be happy again. With training and education from Loyola University and Loyola Hospital, plus over 20 years as a therapist, I am confident that my experience will help you through rough times by coping and developing a more positive and confident outlook.
Whether you are 30 or 80 years old and feel stuck in a difficult situation, I can help you deal with any relationship concerns with your spouse/significant other, parents, kids, or friends, by helping you free yourself up from negative and depressive thoughts, so that you can enjoy life and be happy again. With training and education from Loyola University and Loyola Hospital, plus over 20 years as a therapist, I am confident that my experience will help you through rough times by coping and developing a more positive and confident outlook.
(815) 768-1148 View (815) 768-1148
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Mansi Sant
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CEDS
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois. I received a Master's Degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I specialize in addictions, eating disorders, trauma, self-harm behaviors, depression, and anxiety. I work with adolescents and adults. I have a holistic, strength-based, and direct therapeutic approach to empower my clients to build and sustain a meaningful life. My goal is to build real and lasting change. I work with individuals, couples, families, and any other community based support systems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois. I received a Master's Degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. I specialize in addictions, eating disorders, trauma, self-harm behaviors, depression, and anxiety. I work with adolescents and adults. I have a holistic, strength-based, and direct therapeutic approach to empower my clients to build and sustain a meaningful life. My goal is to build real and lasting change. I work with individuals, couples, families, and any other community based support systems.
(773) 922-6535 View (773) 922-6535
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Jennifer L. Patterson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
Life presents challenges for all of us but it is how we choose to overcome our challenges that dictate whether we are living a life that is full of meaning and vitality. As a mental health provider it is my mission to offer evidenced-based psychotherapy to help others live full and abundant lives. Perhaps you are suffering and would like to learn to overcome your obstacles? I can help you move ahead toward living a life you want to live.
Life presents challenges for all of us but it is how we choose to overcome our challenges that dictate whether we are living a life that is full of meaning and vitality. As a mental health provider it is my mission to offer evidenced-based psychotherapy to help others live full and abundant lives. Perhaps you are suffering and would like to learn to overcome your obstacles? I can help you move ahead toward living a life you want to live.
(708) 274-7839 View (708) 274-7839
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GreenPath Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60544
We provide excellent psychological and holistic care for patients struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, weight loss, infertility, and other psychological and medical problems. We prioritize medication-free approaches to treat patients' psychological and physical ailments. With collaborative efforts of psychologists, chiropractors, and a naturopathic physician, we get to the root of your mind and body problems naturally. As a multi-disciplinary team of holistically-oriented healthcare providers, we work together to create an effective, comprehensive treatment to provide lasting health optimizing solutions.
We provide excellent psychological and holistic care for patients struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, weight loss, infertility, and other psychological and medical problems. We prioritize medication-free approaches to treat patients' psychological and physical ailments. With collaborative efforts of psychologists, chiropractors, and a naturopathic physician, we get to the root of your mind and body problems naturally. As a multi-disciplinary team of holistically-oriented healthcare providers, we work together to create an effective, comprehensive treatment to provide lasting health optimizing solutions.
(630) 626-0473 View (630) 626-0473
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Linda C Gjerde
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
My professional motto is "Let me meet you where you are and let me help you to get where you want to be". Life gets complicated at times and we can all use some help along the way. I would love to help you with your journey to where you would like to be.
My professional motto is "Let me meet you where you are and let me help you to get where you want to be". Life gets complicated at times and we can all use some help along the way. I would love to help you with your journey to where you would like to be.
(815) 475-9135 View (815) 475-9135
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Jaslyn Singh
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
It is extremely important that my client's feel comfortable with me and my work, otherwise therapy becomes a task, not something rewarding or nurturing. Teaching clients how to validate each feeling/emotion, how to sit with feelings and not run away from them is what I do best! I'd love to ask you why is it you may tend to cycle in the same energies and what would happen if you stepped out of it? Would love to hear your response! The way we think affects how we feel and then affects how we behave. I believe that every tear drop has a voice, if your tears had a voice what would they be saying?
It is extremely important that my client's feel comfortable with me and my work, otherwise therapy becomes a task, not something rewarding or nurturing. Teaching clients how to validate each feeling/emotion, how to sit with feelings and not run away from them is what I do best! I'd love to ask you why is it you may tend to cycle in the same energies and what would happen if you stepped out of it? Would love to hear your response! The way we think affects how we feel and then affects how we behave. I believe that every tear drop has a voice, if your tears had a voice what would they be saying?
(630) 407-1413 View (630) 407-1413
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Heather A Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
At Oswego Wellness we understand that psychological struggles can feel so isolating, yet are experienced by everyone at various points in our lives. We want to partner with you to create a treatment plan that encompasses the very idea of wellness--in all of the facets of your life that matter most to you. The ultimate goal of treatment is to reduce your suffering, so that you can live your most meaningful and fulfilling life. We are happy to answer any of your questions to help decide if our practice could be beneficial to you.
At Oswego Wellness we understand that psychological struggles can feel so isolating, yet are experienced by everyone at various points in our lives. We want to partner with you to create a treatment plan that encompasses the very idea of wellness--in all of the facets of your life that matter most to you. The ultimate goal of treatment is to reduce your suffering, so that you can live your most meaningful and fulfilling life. We are happy to answer any of your questions to help decide if our practice could be beneficial to you.
(630) 313-2696 View (630) 313-2696
Photo of Lindsay Baumgartner, Licensed Professional Counselor in 60544, IL
Lindsay Baumgartner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainfield, IL 60544
Not accepting new clients
Do you wish something in your life or your relationship was different? Is something holding you back from living the life you want? There are times in our lives when we feel lost. Every decision seems overwhelming. We become frozen in place. We may not understand why this is happening or what to do next. That’s where therapy comes in. It’s time to do something different. It’s time to take care of you and everything else will fall into place. You CAN be the type of person, friend, partner, parent, family member you want to be.
Do you wish something in your life or your relationship was different? Is something holding you back from living the life you want? There are times in our lives when we feel lost. Every decision seems overwhelming. We become frozen in place. We may not understand why this is happening or what to do next. That’s where therapy comes in. It’s time to do something different. It’s time to take care of you and everything else will fall into place. You CAN be the type of person, friend, partner, parent, family member you want to be.
(815) 248-5511 View (815) 248-5511
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.