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Dr. Gloria G. Brame - Certified Sexologist
PhD, MPH, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90046  (Online Only)
Do you need to make positive changes in your sex life? Whether you want to work on your sexual performance or health, your kinks or fetishes, relationship problems, or emotional baggage that weighs you down, you will make progress from the start. You'll find a safe space to discuss everything and anything you need to get off your chest and get answers to all your questions. Expect affirmation and a level of expertise that can change your life.
Do you need to make positive changes in your sex life? Whether you want to work on your sexual performance or health, your kinks or fetishes, relationship problems, or emotional baggage that weighs you down, you will make progress from the start. You'll find a safe space to discuss everything and anything you need to get off your chest and get answers to all your questions. Expect affirmation and a level of expertise that can change your life.
(706) 661-7089 View (706) 661-7089
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Brian X Dunphey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
I have over 12 years experience working in residential, intensive outpatient & outpatient settings, with people living successfully with mood disorders, substance abuse & dependence, disordered eating, and creating meaningful sense of interpersonal & relational patterns. My career has afforded me the privilege to work with young adults, professionals and aging adults throughout the Southern California area. I believe that as my clients, you know intuitively how you wish to grow and it's my job to listen with care so you can determine a route, means and hope to navigate a hopeful worthwhile path. I work hard with you in charge.
I have over 12 years experience working in residential, intensive outpatient & outpatient settings, with people living successfully with mood disorders, substance abuse & dependence, disordered eating, and creating meaningful sense of interpersonal & relational patterns. My career has afforded me the privilege to work with young adults, professionals and aging adults throughout the Southern California area. I believe that as my clients, you know intuitively how you wish to grow and it's my job to listen with care so you can determine a route, means and hope to navigate a hopeful worthwhile path. I work hard with you in charge.
(949) 541-8740 View (949) 541-8740
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Paula Glashausser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Hollywood, CA 90046  (Online Only)
Life can sometimes lead us to unexpected places. You’ve hit a bump in the road, and with the right support, you can overcome it. My name is Paula Glashausser and I'm here to support you, empower you, and help you discover your strengths. My goal is to meet you where you are in your journey of healing and help guide you in coping, personal growth, and making positive changes. I utilize a client-centered, strengths-based, nonjudgmental approach, with a focus on mindfulness. I strive to build a strong foundation with my clients and establish a trusting, safe, and comfortable environment where you can freely express yourself and grow.
Life can sometimes lead us to unexpected places. You’ve hit a bump in the road, and with the right support, you can overcome it. My name is Paula Glashausser and I'm here to support you, empower you, and help you discover your strengths. My goal is to meet you where you are in your journey of healing and help guide you in coping, personal growth, and making positive changes. I utilize a client-centered, strengths-based, nonjudgmental approach, with a focus on mindfulness. I strive to build a strong foundation with my clients and establish a trusting, safe, and comfortable environment where you can freely express yourself and grow.
(310) 943-2889 View (310) 943-2889
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Healthy Minds Counseling Services
Counselor
Verified Verified
Therapy is about learning to love yourself and grow despite your mistakes. It is about finding the joy in giving without expecting anything in return. It is about welcoming your struggles with the same strength and enthusiasm that you welcome your victories, for it is through our struggles that we grow. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Therapy is about learning to love yourself and grow despite your mistakes. It is about finding the joy in giving without expecting anything in return. It is about welcoming your struggles with the same strength and enthusiasm that you welcome your victories, for it is through our struggles that we grow. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(619) 206-5271 View (619) 206-5271
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.