Obesity Therapists in Hunterdon County, NJ
Doug Graiver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lambertville, NJ 08530
Over the years in my work with children, couples, families, as well as those struggling with substance use and other difficulties, I think about rocks. Specifically, rocks that weigh us down emotionally, due to difficult childhood experiences, troubling relationships, and from events or challenges one faces in their lives. Many clients come into counseling with the belief that they are inherently flawed. Inevitably, during our work together we uncover some of the rocks that weigh them down emotionally. The resulting awareness can be quite effective in relieving or reducing one from those old self-defeating messages.
Over the years in my work with children, couples, families, as well as those struggling with substance use and other difficulties, I think about rocks. Specifically, rocks that weigh us down emotionally, due to difficult childhood experiences, troubling relationships, and from events or challenges one faces in their lives. Many clients come into counseling with the belief that they are inherently flawed. Inevitably, during our work together we uncover some of the rocks that weigh them down emotionally. The resulting awareness can be quite effective in relieving or reducing one from those old self-defeating messages.
I work with clients who see that their Christian beliefs are a big part of who they are, and are looking for someone who understands and respects that. I work with all individuals, couples, and preteen-adult boys. I specialize in those who are struggling with emotional and relational issues, as well as, ADHD, sex addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief/loss, abandonment, anger fear, divorce, and weight loss. I also work with parenting skills, and child behavior problems.
I work with clients who see that their Christian beliefs are a big part of who they are, and are looking for someone who understands and respects that. I work with all individuals, couples, and preteen-adult boys. I specialize in those who are struggling with emotional and relational issues, as well as, ADHD, sex addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief/loss, abandonment, anger fear, divorce, and weight loss. I also work with parenting skills, and child behavior problems.
Ruth Altamura-Roll
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822
When life is painful and overwhelming, I will listen. If you are struggling with addictions, I can help. When your relationship feels broken, I will give you tools. And if your self-esteem is hurting, I can provide skills to grow. Often childhood or adult trauma challenges your beliefs and you struggle with depression or anxiety. I practice Holistic methods focusing on Emotions, Belief Systems, Relationships, Health and Spirituality. Counseling is safe and confidential for women, men, couples and adolescents who are dealing with addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, anger, incest, infidelity, women's issues, and PTSD.
When life is painful and overwhelming, I will listen. If you are struggling with addictions, I can help. When your relationship feels broken, I will give you tools. And if your self-esteem is hurting, I can provide skills to grow. Often childhood or adult trauma challenges your beliefs and you struggle with depression or anxiety. I practice Holistic methods focusing on Emotions, Belief Systems, Relationships, Health and Spirituality. Counseling is safe and confidential for women, men, couples and adolescents who are dealing with addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, anger, incest, infidelity, women's issues, and PTSD.
Noemi A Bolton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSM, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822
Stuck in a rut? There's a way out. I specialize in sex therapy and trauma. I have extensive experience in individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy. I use methods that examine the root causes of behavioral and emotional patterns which lead to depression, anxiety, alcohol dependence, substance abuse, thought distortions, relationship attachments, erectile dysfunction, or vaginal anesthesia. Where medication is ineffective, intensive therapy sessions have the power to change the paralyzing state of our psychological and physical condition. The causes may be situational, easily detected, but others may be deeper, stored in our rigidified muscles, buried in the remote recess of our minds.
Stuck in a rut? There's a way out. I specialize in sex therapy and trauma. I have extensive experience in individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy. I use methods that examine the root causes of behavioral and emotional patterns which lead to depression, anxiety, alcohol dependence, substance abuse, thought distortions, relationship attachments, erectile dysfunction, or vaginal anesthesia. Where medication is ineffective, intensive therapy sessions have the power to change the paralyzing state of our psychological and physical condition. The causes may be situational, easily detected, but others may be deeper, stored in our rigidified muscles, buried in the remote recess of our minds.
Valerie Rosen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bloomsbury, NJ 08804 (Online Only)
Greetings! It is a fundamental part of the human condition to have hope and a purpose in our lives, work, & relationships. Too often, these dimensions of our existence go overlooked and untouched in favor of addressing mental-emotional well-being through the lens of a medical model which emphasizes pathology and the need to consult with an expert to solve our problems. I am here to encourage you in this: You can learn to be the expert in your own life! My role is to journey with you towards this realization, so that you can ultimately stand on this truth. To do this, we will work together to help you establish a central life Hope.
Greetings! It is a fundamental part of the human condition to have hope and a purpose in our lives, work, & relationships. Too often, these dimensions of our existence go overlooked and untouched in favor of addressing mental-emotional well-being through the lens of a medical model which emphasizes pathology and the need to consult with an expert to solve our problems. I am here to encourage you in this: You can learn to be the expert in your own life! My role is to journey with you towards this realization, so that you can ultimately stand on this truth. To do this, we will work together to help you establish a central life Hope.
We all experience changes on a daily basis. However, its during the more difficult times that we may want some guidance and support to help us navigate through the storm. I assist clients toward developing steps toward meeting their goals, processing through identified barriers and maintaining focus thru treatment. I believe that even the difficult changes have the potential to transform into positive outcomes.
We all experience changes on a daily basis. However, its during the more difficult times that we may want some guidance and support to help us navigate through the storm. I assist clients toward developing steps toward meeting their goals, processing through identified barriers and maintaining focus thru treatment. I believe that even the difficult changes have the potential to transform into positive outcomes.
Gwen Susan Bloom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809
I have been a Clinical Social Worker since 1985. During the last 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work in many clinical settings, in both the public and private sector specializing in adolescence, adults, couples and families. Additionally, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, in-home, nursing home and school settings. I have been trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and implemented a DBT track at a therapeutic High School for Ed teens,. At this juncture, my focus is private practice and to continue specializing in DBT and traditional psychotherapy with teens, adults, couples and families.
I have been a Clinical Social Worker since 1985. During the last 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work in many clinical settings, in both the public and private sector specializing in adolescence, adults, couples and families. Additionally, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, in-home, nursing home and school settings. I have been trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and implemented a DBT track at a therapeutic High School for Ed teens,. At this juncture, my focus is private practice and to continue specializing in DBT and traditional psychotherapy with teens, adults, couples and families.
Nancy J Ashworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822
My clients say that I am easy to talk to, supportive, encouraging and a good listener.I am interactive, collaborative and provide active feedback. I offer emotional support and challenge you to explore new ways of thinking and behaving to increase your happiness, well-being and self-confidence. It is important that you feel understood, safe and valued as you develop trust in our work together. We will address your difficulties, help you identify your strengths and explore ways to make positive changes. I have thirty years of experience providing mental health, substance abuse and relationship treatment in numerous outpatient facilities including UMDNJ and Rutgers.
My clients say that I am easy to talk to, supportive, encouraging and a good listener.I am interactive, collaborative and provide active feedback. I offer emotional support and challenge you to explore new ways of thinking and behaving to increase your happiness, well-being and self-confidence. It is important that you feel understood, safe and valued as you develop trust in our work together. We will address your difficulties, help you identify your strengths and explore ways to make positive changes. I have thirty years of experience providing mental health, substance abuse and relationship treatment in numerous outpatient facilities including UMDNJ and Rutgers.
Sharon D Anuario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCSW, License, LCADC
Verified Verified
Readington, NJ 08870
I am an experienced licensced clinical therapist providing counseling services to adults, adolescents & children. I will help give you the skills to improve your life and facilitate positive and effective changes. We will work together to understand and work through the issues. My work experience consists of providing individual, family & group therapy at Somerset Medical Center Outpatient Program (dual diagnosis) helping adults manage their illness. Also, was employed at Princeton Behavioral Health working with Trauma Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT & Process). I am currently seeing clients both in person and virtual.
I am an experienced licensced clinical therapist providing counseling services to adults, adolescents & children. I will help give you the skills to improve your life and facilitate positive and effective changes. We will work together to understand and work through the issues. My work experience consists of providing individual, family & group therapy at Somerset Medical Center Outpatient Program (dual diagnosis) helping adults manage their illness. Also, was employed at Princeton Behavioral Health working with Trauma Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT & Process). I am currently seeing clients both in person and virtual.
Dr. Valerie Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Lebanon, NJ 08833 (Online Only)
I work with individuals who struggle with challenges associated with eating, alcohol, prescription medication and mental health issues. If you have struggled with substances or believe you may have an addiction; have problems with eating whether binging, bulimia, have had or are thinking of weight loss surgery*; and/or if you suffer from a mood disorder, I may be able to provide tools to support you in facilitating balance in mind, body and spirit. *Weight loss surgery is a specialty as I have been working in this field since 2001. I am certified in Telebehavioral Health and practice is HIPAA compliant.
I work with individuals who struggle with challenges associated with eating, alcohol, prescription medication and mental health issues. If you have struggled with substances or believe you may have an addiction; have problems with eating whether binging, bulimia, have had or are thinking of weight loss surgery*; and/or if you suffer from a mood disorder, I may be able to provide tools to support you in facilitating balance in mind, body and spirit. *Weight loss surgery is a specialty as I have been working in this field since 2001. I am certified in Telebehavioral Health and practice is HIPAA compliant.
Judy Carpentier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 (Online Only)
How are alcohol or other drugs showing up in your life? Anxiety and depression can be contributing factors and/or consequences. Maybe you're questioning if you have a problem, or you are in early recovery and want support to maintain your sobriety. You might feel discouraged when you break promises to yourself to cut back or stop. Trying to hide your use from family and friends can be exhausting. Sometimes habits turn into patterns that are hard to break despite your best intentions. Unresolved trauma can make recovery challenging.
How are alcohol or other drugs showing up in your life? Anxiety and depression can be contributing factors and/or consequences. Maybe you're questioning if you have a problem, or you are in early recovery and want support to maintain your sobriety. You might feel discouraged when you break promises to yourself to cut back or stop. Trying to hide your use from family and friends can be exhausting. Sometimes habits turn into patterns that are hard to break despite your best intentions. Unresolved trauma can make recovery challenging.
Kelly Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to visit my Psychology Today profile. My name is Kelly and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Central New Jersey. I work with individuals to improve their overall wellness through the use of clinical counseling techniques. Working from a person centered approach I understand health care is not "one size fits all" and the importance of tailoring treatment to your needs.
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to visit my Psychology Today profile. My name is Kelly and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Central New Jersey. I work with individuals to improve their overall wellness through the use of clinical counseling techniques. Working from a person centered approach I understand health care is not "one size fits all" and the importance of tailoring treatment to your needs.
Online Therapists
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the evaluation and treatment of eating disorders, obesity, and associated issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues and stress management. I have extensive clinical and research experience in the assessment and treatment of anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder and obesity.
I work with preadolescents, adolescents and adults, and offer individual cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and supportive psychotherapy to my patients. As one of only a few certified Maudsley family therapists in the country, I offer Maudsley Family Therapy to adolescents struggling with anorexia nervosa and their families.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the evaluation and treatment of eating disorders, obesity, and associated issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues and stress management. I have extensive clinical and research experience in the assessment and treatment of anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder and obesity.
I work with preadolescents, adolescents and adults, and offer individual cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and supportive psychotherapy to my patients. As one of only a few certified Maudsley family therapists in the country, I offer Maudsley Family Therapy to adolescents struggling with anorexia nervosa and their families.
Summit Psychotherapy and Wellness Center. LLC
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Ramsey, NJ 07446
Our Doctors have specialized training in evidenced based cognitive behavioral treatments for trauma, problem solving, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression, obesity and mood disorders.
Summit Psychotherapy and Wellness Center LLC houses a unique combination of specialists supporting a holistic level of care through group and individual counseling sessions. We are comprised of two Licensed Doctoral Level professionals, a Registered Nurse, and a behaviorist. We look beyond the medical model and focus on positive psychological factors and strength based perspectives to assist in managing outcomes related to emotional, transitional, and cognitive developments. Our CEO, Dr. Shaun DeMauro Psy.D, will screen participants and will consult with our multidisciplinary team to ensure care is within our scope of practice.
Our Doctors have specialized training in evidenced based cognitive behavioral treatments for trauma, problem solving, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression, obesity and mood disorders.
Summit Psychotherapy and Wellness Center LLC houses a unique combination of specialists supporting a holistic level of care through group and individual counseling sessions. We are comprised of two Licensed Doctoral Level professionals, a Registered Nurse, and a behaviorist. We look beyond the medical model and focus on positive psychological factors and strength based perspectives to assist in managing outcomes related to emotional, transitional, and cognitive developments. Our CEO, Dr. Shaun DeMauro Psy.D, will screen participants and will consult with our multidisciplinary team to ensure care is within our scope of practice.
I am a licensed Clinical Health Psychologist with extensive training and experience in treating anxiety-related disorders, especially OCD & Perfectionism (OCPD), relationship issues, and eating disorders, specifically obesity and binge eating. Additionally, I have sustained success in treating individuals with sleep issues and medical issues. I am predominately CBT focused, but will incorporate my training in analysis and mindfullness into the treatment plan to offer a more well-rounded and balanced approach to your psychological concerns
I am a licensed Clinical Health Psychologist with extensive training and experience in treating anxiety-related disorders, especially OCD & Perfectionism (OCPD), relationship issues, and eating disorders, specifically obesity and binge eating. Additionally, I have sustained success in treating individuals with sleep issues and medical issues. I am predominately CBT focused, but will incorporate my training in analysis and mindfullness into the treatment plan to offer a more well-rounded and balanced approach to your psychological concerns
Kelly Brownell, at the University of Pennsylvania, who are world renowned for their research on Obesity.
I enjoy helping people improve their quality of life. I recognize how difficult it is to share your personal life with me & trust that I can help you. Most people find that I am easy to talk to & they are comfortable working with me. I have helped many individuals learn how to use tools & coping strategies to reduce and eliminate depression, anxiety, postpartum, stress due to work, parenting, care-giving, midlife issues & an "empty nest". I also have helped individuals deal with their feelings of grief due to loss, infertility, and divorce.
Kelly Brownell, at the University of Pennsylvania, who are world renowned for their research on Obesity.
I enjoy helping people improve their quality of life. I recognize how difficult it is to share your personal life with me & trust that I can help you. Most people find that I am easy to talk to & they are comfortable working with me. I have helped many individuals learn how to use tools & coping strategies to reduce and eliminate depression, anxiety, postpartum, stress due to work, parenting, care-giving, midlife issues & an "empty nest". I also have helped individuals deal with their feelings of grief due to loss, infertility, and divorce.
Happy Family Counseling Services, LLC
PhD, DPO, CCBT, MSc, MPA
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
We are professionals with experience who understand the painful events associated with human crisis, substance abuse, addictions, suffering, alcoholism, cancer treatments , illnesses , uncontrollable anger , diabetes, obesity , disability and death.
We are professionals who focus on alcoholism, weight loss , crisis , domestic violence and psychological assessments reports and evaluations . We also help our clients / couples to develop a matured , happier relationship with themselves as individuals, and as a couple . We also specialize in crisis management in the work place . We treat substance abuse ,alcohol addictions, and other types of addictions .We work with teenagers and young adults to develop coping skills in high school and universities ." We offer a free visual consultation for adolescents, teenagers, adults , women , men . couples and veterans".
We are professionals with experience who understand the painful events associated with human crisis, substance abuse, addictions, suffering, alcoholism, cancer treatments , illnesses , uncontrollable anger , diabetes, obesity , disability and death.
We are professionals who focus on alcoholism, weight loss , crisis , domestic violence and psychological assessments reports and evaluations . We also help our clients / couples to develop a matured , happier relationship with themselves as individuals, and as a couple . We also specialize in crisis management in the work place . We treat substance abuse ,alcohol addictions, and other types of addictions .We work with teenagers and young adults to develop coping skills in high school and universities ." We offer a free visual consultation for adolescents, teenagers, adults , women , men . couples and veterans".
Kathryn Griffiths
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Augusta, NJ 07822
I work with a wide range of emotional issues, including anxiety, depression, stressful life situations, trauma, couples problems, parenting problems, obesity, low self esteem, Attention Deficits, performance anxiety, athlete injuries and illnesses and obstacles to motivation.
I opened the Center for Mindful Change, LLC with the knowledge that the reason we have such difficulty changing our life's direction (how many times have we promised ourselves that we won't "ever" over drink, over eat, procrastinate, use anger, let others control us...) is that we are not mindful of our own internal and external energies that drive us to act the way we do. Through your work with me, you will find the personal insight and empowerment to change the way you approach life, meeting stresses and challenges with mindfulness and self-determination for success.
I work with a wide range of emotional issues, including anxiety, depression, stressful life situations, trauma, couples problems, parenting problems, obesity, low self esteem, Attention Deficits, performance anxiety, athlete injuries and illnesses and obstacles to motivation.
I opened the Center for Mindful Change, LLC with the knowledge that the reason we have such difficulty changing our life's direction (how many times have we promised ourselves that we won't "ever" over drink, over eat, procrastinate, use anger, let others control us...) is that we are not mindful of our own internal and external energies that drive us to act the way we do. Through your work with me, you will find the personal insight and empowerment to change the way you approach life, meeting stresses and challenges with mindfulness and self-determination for success.
Dr. Victoria Patricia Panna
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, ACS, NCC, MS, MEd
Verified Verified
Marlton, NJ 08053 (Online Only)
My specialties include pre- and post-bariatric support, anxiety (including PTSD), depression, relationship/ partner concerns, sexuality-related concerns, weight concerns obesity, and life coaching.
Managing stressors; improving self-esteem and self-efficacy; overcoming significant events; and becoming our true and genuine selves are often what we strive for in life. Our own negative and self-defeating thoughts, actions, and negative impactful experiences can overshadow this. In my years of practice as a therapist and life coach, I have helped people overcome these barriers to become their genuine and authentic selves.
My specialties include pre- and post-bariatric support, anxiety (including PTSD), depression, relationship/ partner concerns, sexuality-related concerns, weight concerns obesity, and life coaching.
Managing stressors; improving self-esteem and self-efficacy; overcoming significant events; and becoming our true and genuine selves are often what we strive for in life. Our own negative and self-defeating thoughts, actions, and negative impactful experiences can overshadow this. In my years of practice as a therapist and life coach, I have helped people overcome these barriers to become their genuine and authentic selves.
Having had a diversity of experiences allows me a unique ability to approach helping others. I provide neuropsychological assessment as well as a variety of treatment services, using an mix of various orientations and modalities. I understand how cognitive and emotional difficulties can impact not just school/work functioning but also personal relationships and family life. I appreciate that parents and families can play an important role in treatment and include them when appropriate. I work with a variety of emotional and neurological issues with the ultimate goal of helping my clients get the most they can from their lives.
Having had a diversity of experiences allows me a unique ability to approach helping others. I provide neuropsychological assessment as well as a variety of treatment services, using an mix of various orientations and modalities. I understand how cognitive and emotional difficulties can impact not just school/work functioning but also personal relationships and family life. I appreciate that parents and families can play an important role in treatment and include them when appropriate. I work with a variety of emotional and neurological issues with the ultimate goal of helping my clients get the most they can from their lives.
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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.