Weight Loss Therapists in 33543

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Jaclyn Lewis-Croswell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Jaclyn Lewis-Croswell is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialty training to treat insomnia and sleep disorders such as sleep walking, night terrors, circadian rhythm disorders, and nightmares. She enjoys working with patients across the ages from adolescent through adulthood and helps patients manage the emotional aspects of dealing with acute or chronic health problems, behavioral changes such as weight loss, diabetes management, in addition to stress management such as meditation or relaxation training. She uses CBT to treat anxiety and depression and EMDR for trauma.
Jaclyn Lewis-Croswell is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialty training to treat insomnia and sleep disorders such as sleep walking, night terrors, circadian rhythm disorders, and nightmares. She enjoys working with patients across the ages from adolescent through adulthood and helps patients manage the emotional aspects of dealing with acute or chronic health problems, behavioral changes such as weight loss, diabetes management, in addition to stress management such as meditation or relaxation training. She uses CBT to treat anxiety and depression and EMDR for trauma.
(813) 602-7161 View (813) 602-7161
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T Denise Echols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543  (Online Only)
Welcome to a new start. Have your relationships left you feeling anxious, depressed, frustrated, overwhelmed, disconnected, unseen, unheard, guilty, alone? Is your relationship falling apart & you don't know how to repair it? Growth, change & more happiness are a possibility. All it takes is learning new skills. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive atmosphere that will allow you to express yourself & uncover the negative thoughts & behaviors that are interfering with the realization of your hopes & dreams. Send me an email or call and take the first step towards your new life.
Welcome to a new start. Have your relationships left you feeling anxious, depressed, frustrated, overwhelmed, disconnected, unseen, unheard, guilty, alone? Is your relationship falling apart & you don't know how to repair it? Growth, change & more happiness are a possibility. All it takes is learning new skills. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive atmosphere that will allow you to express yourself & uncover the negative thoughts & behaviors that are interfering with the realization of your hopes & dreams. Send me an email or call and take the first step towards your new life.
(813) 851-2661 View (813) 851-2661
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Nicole S Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543  (Online Only)
I am not accepting new clients at this time. There is no question that we continue to live in challenging times. Truly, life was hard enough before COVID with managing work, family, and other demands but things have drastically changed. So it's not surprising that fear, worry, and maybe even depression have crept in. During times like these connection matters most. Perhaps you live alone, maybe a significant relationship has changed, or you're just anxious about what's ahead. Whatever the reason, you don't have to go it alone. Reach out, I would like to help.
I am not accepting new clients at this time. There is no question that we continue to live in challenging times. Truly, life was hard enough before COVID with managing work, family, and other demands but things have drastically changed. So it's not surprising that fear, worry, and maybe even depression have crept in. During times like these connection matters most. Perhaps you live alone, maybe a significant relationship has changed, or you're just anxious about what's ahead. Whatever the reason, you don't have to go it alone. Reach out, I would like to help.
(301) 799-8357 View (301) 799-8357
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Kerri Timothy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Hi, I have been in the Mental Health field for over 30 years and have been counseling for over 12 years. I am very passionate about encouraging individuals through their own, unique journey of healing. Life is full of ups and downs and we all experience some degree of hardship and disappointment. Yet, there are times the hurt can become so intense it forces us to need extra support and guidance! I believe the counseling relationship should be built on trust, acceptance, respect and genuine concern. There is always hope and I am here to help you find it. You are worth it!
Hi, I have been in the Mental Health field for over 30 years and have been counseling for over 12 years. I am very passionate about encouraging individuals through their own, unique journey of healing. Life is full of ups and downs and we all experience some degree of hardship and disappointment. Yet, there are times the hurt can become so intense it forces us to need extra support and guidance! I believe the counseling relationship should be built on trust, acceptance, respect and genuine concern. There is always hope and I am here to help you find it. You are worth it!
(813) 501-6717 View (813) 501-6717
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Linda T. Inatsuka
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543  (Online Only)
ARE YOU . . . -At a point in your life wondering "Is this all there is?" -Feeling unfulfilled in your marriage or relationship? -Wanting "things" to change, but don't know how or where to begin? -Overwhelmed by unexpected life events? -Having difficulty with work/life balance? NOW, IMAGINE YOURSELF . . . -Being more self-confident. -Overcoming challenges. -Creating a balanced life. -Having clarity and direction to move forward.
ARE YOU . . . -At a point in your life wondering "Is this all there is?" -Feeling unfulfilled in your marriage or relationship? -Wanting "things" to change, but don't know how or where to begin? -Overwhelmed by unexpected life events? -Having difficulty with work/life balance? NOW, IMAGINE YOURSELF . . . -Being more self-confident. -Overcoming challenges. -Creating a balanced life. -Having clarity and direction to move forward.
(813) 358-1408 View (813) 358-1408
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Mary Escudie
Counselor, MEd, MA, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
My clients enjoy a relaxed environment with a professional, kind listener who is skilled in empowering them during challenging times. I use a didactic and compassionate approach. My specific therapy tools change depending on the needs of the individual. Many of my clients have survived painful relationships. I have helped many couples stay married and make their relationships more satisfying. I strive to provide a safe, shame-free environment. Many clients seek my help with divorce or after break up healing. I have also completed post graduate school training in Family mediation, Parent Coordination and Couples Counseling.
My clients enjoy a relaxed environment with a professional, kind listener who is skilled in empowering them during challenging times. I use a didactic and compassionate approach. My specific therapy tools change depending on the needs of the individual. Many of my clients have survived painful relationships. I have helped many couples stay married and make their relationships more satisfying. I strive to provide a safe, shame-free environment. Many clients seek my help with divorce or after break up healing. I have also completed post graduate school training in Family mediation, Parent Coordination and Couples Counseling.
(813) 642-6019 View (813) 642-6019
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Susan L Rarick
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
As a Licensed Psychologist I provide individual therapy and career assessment and counseling. My approach is warm, sensitive, empathic and interpersonally focused. My mission is to provide an emotionally safe environment in which people can self-explore, work toward solving their problems and experience a sense of growth. I help people develop personal, interpersonal, and professional insight, become more self-accepting, and build on their strengths. I am warm, "down to earth," and genuine with an ability to challenge when appropriate in a safe and supportive way.
As a Licensed Psychologist I provide individual therapy and career assessment and counseling. My approach is warm, sensitive, empathic and interpersonally focused. My mission is to provide an emotionally safe environment in which people can self-explore, work toward solving their problems and experience a sense of growth. I help people develop personal, interpersonal, and professional insight, become more self-accepting, and build on their strengths. I am warm, "down to earth," and genuine with an ability to challenge when appropriate in a safe and supportive way.
(813) 964-7729 View (813) 964-7729
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Jill Langer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543  (Online Only)
It takes courage and wisdom to seek therapy and I commend you for doing so. You have taken the first step in what I hope will become a positive, growth-enhancing experience for you. I have more than 20 year's experience helping people like you overcome obstacles, harness your strengths, confront your fears, and increase your capacity for happiness and meaning in your life. My clients describe me as warm, understanding, trustworthy, insightful, supportive, challenging, and skillful. They describe our work as challenging, rewarding, life-changing, and growth-enhancing.
It takes courage and wisdom to seek therapy and I commend you for doing so. You have taken the first step in what I hope will become a positive, growth-enhancing experience for you. I have more than 20 year's experience helping people like you overcome obstacles, harness your strengths, confront your fears, and increase your capacity for happiness and meaning in your life. My clients describe me as warm, understanding, trustworthy, insightful, supportive, challenging, and skillful. They describe our work as challenging, rewarding, life-changing, and growth-enhancing.
(813) 602-7507 View (813) 602-7507
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Cheyenne Starczewski | Stars Counseling Services
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you feel hopeless or unworthy of love? Whether you are a teen or an adult, I am here to tell you that YOU deserve a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning! I work with adolescents and adults that are experiencing depression, anxiety, and/or trauma that is inhibiting their everyday lives.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you feel hopeless or unworthy of love? Whether you are a teen or an adult, I am here to tell you that YOU deserve a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning! I work with adolescents and adults that are experiencing depression, anxiety, and/or trauma that is inhibiting their everyday lives.
(813) 686-6783 View (813) 686-6783
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Amy Miklus
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543  (Online Only)
“Let's walk together through the process to heal, piece by peace.” I work with children, adults and families who may be suffering from significant life stressors and/or severe traumas. I have a passion for change. I aid in helping advocate for my clients in the face of adversity. My passion, as a therapist, is assisting in transforming results through the power of healing in relationships. I am grounded in the principles of trauma-informed care. I utilize comprehensive assessments to have a clearer understanding of diagnostic complexities to implement the most effective interventions.
“Let's walk together through the process to heal, piece by peace.” I work with children, adults and families who may be suffering from significant life stressors and/or severe traumas. I have a passion for change. I aid in helping advocate for my clients in the face of adversity. My passion, as a therapist, is assisting in transforming results through the power of healing in relationships. I am grounded in the principles of trauma-informed care. I utilize comprehensive assessments to have a clearer understanding of diagnostic complexities to implement the most effective interventions.
(352) 437-1402 View (352) 437-1402
Weight Loss Therapists

What is the relationship between weight management and mental health?

Mental health can be significantly influenced by one's physical health, so overall improvements in one's quality of life as a result of improved physical functioning from weight loss can have an overall positive impact on an individual's mental health and allow them to engage more readily in everyday activities. In addition, many strategies used to manage weight, such as exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, are also associated with reducing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Individuals may also benefit from the improved self-esteem and self-efficacy that can come with successful weight management.

What is the psychological approach to losing weight?

While there are no specific therapy modalities specifically for weight loss, common psychological therapies can be highly effective in helping clients make lasting lifestyle changes. This may be called the "psychological approach" to weight loss because it does not rely on physical interventions, such as medication or weight loss surgery, to help clients lose weight. Weight loss counseling can be used in addition to or instead of such physical interventions. Some clients simply seek therapy to address the challenges that may accompany weight loss in general, including negative thoughts surrounding their body, disordered eating patterns, or difficulty completing daily tasks as a result of their weight challenges. In such cases, therapists will often utilize behavioral coaching or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help clients understand how their thoughts may be influencing their diet and physical activity patterns.

What type of therapy is commonly used in weight loss counseling?

Weight loss counseling often involves a combination of therapy and psychoeducation. Common techniques used by weight loss counselors include journaling, thought diaries, and other Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies that encourage clients to consider how their feelings about their weight loss impact their mental health. Weight loss counselors may also teach clients mindfulness exercises, which can be used by clients during and after eating to be more aware of physical cues from their body surrounding eating. Some clients looking for weight loss therapy may also benefit from group therapy approaches, which utilize the power of social connection and accountability to help clients adhere to their weight loss plan.

Is therapy recommended for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery?

While therapy is not a requirement for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery, many individuals undergoing weight loss surgery may benefit from seeing a counselor. Prior to surgery, counselors can help clients decide whether surgical weight loss is a good fit for them and assist in surgery preparation. Post-surgery, counselors can assist clients with the psychological component of maintaining their weight loss, as well as help clients navigate any postoperative pain. Throughout the surgical process, therapists can help clients process body-image challenges that may come with dramatic changes in weight, as well as manage symptoms of anxiety or depression that may accompany the major life changes bariatric surgery can bring.