Online Body Image therapists in Morro Bay, California CA
We are proud to feature top rated online Body Image therapists in Morro Bay. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Dr. Shelby Kittinger
Psychologist, PsyD
As my clinical research has been focused on how to improve our relationship to our bodies, I work with individuals seeking to reconnect with their bodies through compassion and curiosity rather than control. My approach invites exploration of how cultural, relational, and internalized messages shape self-perception, fostering greater self-acceptance and shifting form objectification to embodiment.
10 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA (Online Only)
Samer Fawaz
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT #149147
We are all born into a world where our bodies are constantly under scrutiny. The race to look and feel good in our skin can be an exhausting one, both physically and emotionally. My particular experience is that of a gay man trying to fit into a culture that puts a huge pressure on body image, sexual currency and attractiveness. These issues can be extremely hard to navigate and can lead to anxiety, depression and low self-worth. Together we will work on building a more robust sense of self which will allow you to feel more comfortable in your skin.
6 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Alicia Stalker-Gallichio LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
Many individuals struggle with body image issues, which an effect self-esteem, relationships, and mental health, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your feelings and beliefs about your body,
21 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Talia Chanoff
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I offer support around body image from a compassionate, person-centered perspective that recognizes how our relationships with our bodies are shaped by culture, unique identities, lived experience, and survival. Rather than focusing on fixing or controlling the body, our work centers on building curiosity and a more respectful relationship with your physical self. Together, we might explore how body image connects to identity, worth, and belonging, and work toward greater sense of ease and trust in your body as it is.
8 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA (Online Only)
Corina Bair
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I'm an open-minded and accepting therapist with years of experience working with teens, young and middle-aged adults - especially women - on feeling good about who we are and the bodies we live in. Assisting my clients with building insight and understanding into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors (and how they interact to impact our confidence) is an essential part of my therapy practice, and I provide evidence-based practice tools that you can use outside of therapy as well. ~~~ Just to make it clear: BLM. Protect the dolls. FDT. Free Palestine & Sudan. F the patriarchy/capitalism. Sex + Body Positive. ~~~
I am passionate about providing a safe, compassionate, and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, bodies, and identities. Click that contact button and we can schedule a free consultation call today!
11 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA (Online Only)
Dr. Mazmanyan and Associates
Psychologist, Ph.D
We can work together on developing a stronger sense of self and self esteem. Learning how to become the "self" you fantasize about. In your body and outside of it.
11 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Arpi Isayan, EMDR Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in helping clients navigate body image challenges by providing psychoeducation and using a variety of therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other effective modalities. Through psychoeducation, I help clients understand the underlying factors that contribute to negative body image. EMDR is used to process past experiences or trauma that may impact how clients view themselves, while ACT encourages self-compassion and helps clients align their actions with their values, rather than being driven by societal standards. My goal is to support clients in developing a healthier, more positive relationship with their bodies, fostering confidence and self-acceptance.
8 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA (Online Only)
Mia Turner
Therapist, MA, RYT, ASDCS, LMFT, NPT-C, CMNCS, CMIP
Body image concerns rarely develop in isolation. They are often shaped by family messages, culture, trauma, racism, sexism, ableism, neurodivergence, chronic illness, disability, gender expectations, religious experiences, social media, and the countless ways we are taught which bodies are considered worthy, acceptable, attractive, productive, healthy, or "normal." For many people, body image is deeply connected to belonging, safety, identity, visibility, self-worth, and the ways our bodies have been perceived, treated, regulated, or judged throughout our lives.
This work is grounded in an understanding that our relationships with our bodies are shaped not only by personal experiences, but also by larger cultural, historical, and systemic forces. Exploration may include the impacts of racism, colonialism, anti-fat bias, ableism, sexism, cisheteronormativity, beauty standards, diet culture, healthism, medical trauma, and other systems that communicate which bodies are valued and which are marginalized. Particular attention is given to the ways intersecting identities such as race, culture, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, neurodivergence, disability, chronic illness, spirituality, and socioeconomic experiences influence embodiment and body image.
My approach moves beyond surface-level body image concerns and into a deeper exploration of embodiment, nervous system experiences, identity, self-worth, intimacy, sexuality, sensory experiences, and belonging. Attention is given to the ways internalized messages, shame, comparison, perfectionism, masking, trauma, and cultural expectations may shape your relationship with your body. Exploration may also include the impacts of chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, hormonal changes, body changes across the lifespan, and experiences of living in a body that may not align with societal expectations or dominant cultural norms.
My work is informed by Health at Every Size (HAES), body liberation, neurodiversity-affirming, disability-affirming, and liberation-oriented frameworks. Rather than focusing on weight, appearance, or changing your body to fit external standards, therapy supports developing a more compassionate, curious, and trusting relationship with yourself. Particular attention is given to reconnecting with bodily wisdom, interoception, sensory experiences, pleasure, rest, nourishment, movement, and the body's capacity to communicate needs, limits, emotions, and desires.
My intention is to support you in gently untangling inherited and internalized narratives while cultivating greater self-trust, self-compassion, embodied authenticity, safety, respect, choice, and freedom within your relationship with yourself and your body. Often, this work involves reclaiming embodiment on your own terms and creating space for your body to be experienced as a home rather than a problem to solve or vessel to abandon.
10 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA (Online Only)
Integrative Psychotherapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist
We work with clients who express issues or concerns with Body Image.
10 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Barbara Jaurequi Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MAC
If you feel trapped in your mirror, hating what you see no matter what you do, you are not alone. While body image problems are very common in our society, you can learn to see yourself in a positive light. If you are willing to change the way you think, you can free yourself from the bondage of your mirror and learn to treat yourself with respect and dignity.
17 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Dr. Sari Shepphird
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have been working with body image issues for more than 25 years.
30 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
LaTianna Williams, Therapy, Sexology, and Holistic Tantra
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, CTRS, ABS
Body Image : Struggling with body image can affect far more than your appearance. You may find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others, criticizing your body, avoiding intimacy, or feeling like your worth is tied to how you look. These thoughts can impact confidence, relationships, and your ability to fully enjoy life.
As a therapist, sexologist, and embodiment practitioner, I help clients explore the emotional experiences, beliefs, and societal messages that contribute to body dissatisfaction. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-acceptance, self-compassion, and a healthier relationship with your body.
This work is about more than liking what you see in the mirror. It’s about feeling at home in your body and reclaiming the confidence to fully express yourself.
8 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA (Online Only)
Sara Denman
Psychologist, Psy.D
Unfortunately in our culture people tend to feel their value is based on looks, particularly body image. Because so much focus is placed on our bodies, the way we feel about ourselves is almost always an issue even if it isn't what has brought someone to therapy originally. It is very rewarding working with someone to improve the way they feel about themselves and as a result, increased self-confidence follows.
27 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Eve Angela Fritsch
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A.
Body image concerns can affect confidence , relationships, and everyday life. Together, we will explore the thoughts and experiences shaping how you see yourself, challenge unhealthy beliefs, and work toward a healthier, more accepting relationship with your body.
9 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA (Online Only)
Kim Christine Stevens
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Helping those find more self-acceptance with their body image and comfort being in their body
11 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Daniel Slavin
Marriage and Family Therapist
I help clients explore their relationship with their body, self-worth, and appearance with compassion and curiosity. Our work focuses on reducing shame, increasing self-acceptance, and building a healthier, more respectful relationship with oneself.
41 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Louise Perry
Registered Psychotherapist, IFS UKCP HCCP BAAT
I work with adults who struggle with body image and the ways it can shape self-worth, relationships, and how people move through the world. Difficulties with body image are often bound up with long-standing beliefs, protective strategies, and patterns of self-criticism that develop over time.
My approach draws on Integrative Art Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS), offering ways to explore how these patterns operate internally and what purpose they may serve. Rather than focusing on appearance or symptom reduction, the work centres on understanding the relationship you have with your body and the meanings attached to it. Sessions may involve conversation, creative exploration, or a combination of both, depending on what feels most useful.
8 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Struggles with body image are often tied to deeper experiences of self-worth, comparison, and identity. I help individuals explore the underlying thoughts and emotions that shape how they see themselves, rather than only focusing on appearance. Through this work, clients develop a more grounded and compassionate relationship with themselves.
9 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Oksana Pueschel
Marriage and Family Therapist, Grad Dip Family Counselling
Using Transpersonal Art Therapy
19 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA
Allen Shamon
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Ultimately, the goal of body image therapy is to help individuals develop a compassionate and accepting relationship with their bodies, enabling them to live more fulfilling and authentic lives. By addressing underlying psychological issues and challenging societal norms, I empower clients to embrace their bodies as vehicles for self-expression, joy, and connection.
6 Years Experience
Online in Morro Bay, CA (Online Only)
Body Image therapists in Morro Bay, California Statistics
Body Image therapists in Morro Bay, California average 13 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Body Image (100%), Anxiety or Fears (94%), and Depression (82%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Gender ID
| 75% |
Female |
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| 16% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Body Image |
| 94% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Depression |
| 76% | Self Esteem |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Stress |
| 66% | Loss or Grief |