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Elizabeth Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I help adults, adolescents and their families restore balance to their lives. My experience includes 17 years in private practice and over 20 years in the addiction field, including; substances, food, sex & religion. As an alternative option to traditional counseling, I offer an Intensive Program. Intensives are highly individualized and designed to assist clients in reaching their goals quicker. Clients who want to fast track their results or deep dive into an area of concern should consider doing and Intensive.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I help adults, adolescents and their families restore balance to their lives. My experience includes 17 years in private practice and over 20 years in the addiction field, including; substances, food, sex & religion. As an alternative option to traditional counseling, I offer an Intensive Program. Intensives are highly individualized and designed to assist clients in reaching their goals quicker. Clients who want to fast track their results or deep dive into an area of concern should consider doing and Intensive.
(469) 361-7235 View (469) 361-7235
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Susie Hair, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CEDS
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
I believe we all have the ability to change and create the life we desire. I am known for taking a more active approach, and yet I understand each person needs to go at their own pace. Providing a warm, safe environment is essential for building trust. It is my goal to build that trust and help guide you to achieve your goals and dreams. It is never too late to discover your authentic self. I have witnessed first hand clients achieve dreams they never thought possible.
I believe we all have the ability to change and create the life we desire. I am known for taking a more active approach, and yet I understand each person needs to go at their own pace. Providing a warm, safe environment is essential for building trust. It is my goal to build that trust and help guide you to achieve your goals and dreams. It is never too late to discover your authentic self. I have witnessed first hand clients achieve dreams they never thought possible.
(469) 789-5892 View (469) 789-5892
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Laura Lynn Lancaster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093  (Online Only)
****EVENING & WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS**** Healing begins with the first step. * Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed? * Can't sleep, unable to focus or concentrate, feeling sad, angry or numb? * Is your work suffering? Your family and home-life suffering? * Have you experienced abuse or trauma? * Do you have feelings of guilt or shame? * Are you feeling depressed or anxious? * Are you feeling a loss of control over your life? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you are not alone. Help is just a STEP away. We can work together towards your journey of healing.
****EVENING & WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS**** Healing begins with the first step. * Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed? * Can't sleep, unable to focus or concentrate, feeling sad, angry or numb? * Is your work suffering? Your family and home-life suffering? * Have you experienced abuse or trauma? * Do you have feelings of guilt or shame? * Are you feeling depressed or anxious? * Are you feeling a loss of control over your life? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you are not alone. Help is just a STEP away. We can work together towards your journey of healing.
(469) 251-1145 View (469) 251-1145
Photo of Karen S Tyndall, BA, MA, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Karen S Tyndall
Licensed Professional Counselor, BA, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
As a professional counselor, I focus my clinical practice on Cognitive, Behavioral, and Solution-focus Therapy working with families, couples and individuals of all ages. Clients discover how to stop self-sabotage and create their personal goals. Professional feedback is given to provide direction, education and guidance for the client. My Professional expertise covers multiple types of issues such as: Anger, Stress, Relationship, Grief & Loss, Marital issues, Family issues, Parenting, Life Skills Training, Sports Performance and Mastering Life Success Coaching.
As a professional counselor, I focus my clinical practice on Cognitive, Behavioral, and Solution-focus Therapy working with families, couples and individuals of all ages. Clients discover how to stop self-sabotage and create their personal goals. Professional feedback is given to provide direction, education and guidance for the client. My Professional expertise covers multiple types of issues such as: Anger, Stress, Relationship, Grief & Loss, Marital issues, Family issues, Parenting, Life Skills Training, Sports Performance and Mastering Life Success Coaching.
(972) 360-8866 View (972) 360-8866
Photo of Nirav Shah, LPC, MS, Licensed Professional Counselor
Nirav Shah
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
My focus as a counselor is creating a safe, nonjudgmental space in which clients can grow. Viktor Frankl Once Said “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” My goal is working in a collaborative effort and help clients achieve this power to be able to grow. I believe in meeting the client where you are at in your journey. I focus on using a warm and empathic approach and I focus on building a strong rapport that supports change.
My focus as a counselor is creating a safe, nonjudgmental space in which clients can grow. Viktor Frankl Once Said “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” My goal is working in a collaborative effort and help clients achieve this power to be able to grow. I believe in meeting the client where you are at in your journey. I focus on using a warm and empathic approach and I focus on building a strong rapport that supports change.
(972) 236-5820 View (972) 236-5820
Photo of Dallas Integrative Counseling Llc. - Dallas Integrative Counseling, LLC, MS, LPC-S, BCB, BCN, Licensed Professional Counselor
Dallas Integrative Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, BCB, BCN
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Welcome to Dallas Integrative Counseling! It is our mission to provide the best care to our clients & their families. We serve all ages, accept major insurance plans, and offer weekend appointments. Our treatment approaches are solution-focused, evidence-based and highly effective. We make therapy meaningful, fun, and rewarding. In addition to addressing your emotional and behavioral needs, we also specialize in headache and migraine treatment, as well as sleep/ insomnia management. Our highly specialized and carefully selected team offers biofeedback, neurofeedback, play therapy, parenting support & individual counseling.
Welcome to Dallas Integrative Counseling! It is our mission to provide the best care to our clients & their families. We serve all ages, accept major insurance plans, and offer weekend appointments. Our treatment approaches are solution-focused, evidence-based and highly effective. We make therapy meaningful, fun, and rewarding. In addition to addressing your emotional and behavioral needs, we also specialize in headache and migraine treatment, as well as sleep/ insomnia management. Our highly specialized and carefully selected team offers biofeedback, neurofeedback, play therapy, parenting support & individual counseling.
(469) 595-8893 View (469) 595-8893
Photo of Chiffon Samuel - Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
(972) 435-0231 View (972) 435-0231
Photo of Steven Scott - Frisco Counseling and Wellness, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Frisco Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
(214) 256-1504 View (214) 256-1504
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.