Online Obesity therapists in Richmond Hill, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Emily Hiram
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
I would never personally use the term 'obesity' as I feel it is stigmatizing but I am limited to the options provided by the directory. I offer a weight-inclusive, anti-diet approach to helping you build a better relationship with food and your body. Weight loss is not the goal, rather I will help you look at your eating habits and begin to find more acceptance of your body and yourself.
12 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Brian Baumal
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
I lost 100lbs and currently kept it off for eight years (I started August 15, 2012). I remember at my heaviest weight, I wanted to talk to someone who had been there, done that & understood I so badly wanted to change and my frustration at not changing. I wanted someone who could quiet my mind when it worried about my weight and help me gain control of my body and life. I know what it's like to start losing weight, only to abandon the effort shortly thereafter. If you repeat that pattern and put your health and quality of life at risk, then you likely feel that there are issues that need to be addressed psychologically - I can help!
I find people struggling with obesity to keep saying "how will this time be different", or "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired" or "Why am I deliberately ruining my health." Those struggling with obesity have these thoughts going through their head constantly, and even obsessively. My goal in therapy is to use my own experience of successful weight loss, the latest medical theories of obesity and a good solid approach to therapy to address these issues.
16 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Paighe Rojas
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Weight concerns are often intertwined with stress, emotional eating, shame, trauma, sleep, and identity—not just “discipline.” Therapy supports sustainable behavior change by focusing on nervous system regulation, self-compassion, and the real drivers behind patterns. The aim is respectful health-focused change, not punishment.
9 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Samantha Williams-Lauder
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Weight concerns can be emotionally complex and may involve stress, shame, body image, health concerns, trauma, mood, eating patterns, and self-worth. Therapy can help you explore your relationship with food, movement, body, and coping without judgment. The focus is on sustainable change, self-compassion, and supporting your overall well-being.
1 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Ashleigh Bell
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
Weight concerns often come with layers of shame, stigma, and history. Instead of focusing on quick fixes, we’ll explore emotional triggers, body image, and relationship with food and movement, working toward health and self-respect rather than punishment.
5 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Tamara Daniszewski
Registered Social Worker, M.ED, MSW, RSW
Therapy for obesity is not about shame or quick fixes, but about understanding the emotional, behavioural and physical pieces of the puzzle. We help you develop a healthier relationship with food, body image and self-worth while exploring stress, trauma or patterns that influence health. You deserve kindness in your healing, not judgment.
13 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Bhavna Lalwani
Registered Psychotherapist, MA Counselling, RP
Struggling with weight or obesity can affect not only physical health but also emotional wellbeing, self-esteem, and daily life. It can be accompanied by feelings of frustration, guilt, or shame, and sometimes it feels like efforts to change aren’t enough.
In therapy, I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to explore your relationship with your body, food, and habits. Together, we focus on developing healthier coping strategies, building self-compassion, and creating sustainable approaches that support both your emotional and physical wellbeing.
15 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON (Online Only)
Shannon Kane
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist, and Counsellor RP, C.R.P.O, H.B.A, M.A.C.P
Struggling with body image, emotional eating, or self-esteem related to weight can be an emotional burden. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate approach to help clients explore the underlying emotional connections to food, self-worth, and body image. Using self-compassion therapy, somatic awareness, and cognitive restructuring, I work with individuals to shift unhelpful thought patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and cultivate self-acceptance. My goal is to help clients separate self-worth from appearance, build confidence, and foster a positive relationship with their body and overall well-being.
9 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON (Online Only)
Mia Klassen
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MPCC #3875, CT #2438, LSCC
Weight isn't just about food—it's about pain, protection, trauma, and survival. Once we've built trust and safety, we'll gently explore what lies beneath: the emotional reasons your body holds onto weight, the ways food became comfort or control, the trauma that taught you to make yourself bigger or smaller. This isn't about dieting or shame. Our focus is your physical health and overall wellbeing, not achieving some ideal number. You'll learn to regulate emotions without using food, understand your body's signals, and address the root causes rather than just symptoms. Healing your relationship with your body means healing what's underneath.
10 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Shauna Wallace at Equilibrium Care Collective
Registered Psychotherapist, Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (Psychology: Brain & Cognition; Family and Child Studies), Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
As a certified intuitive eating counselor and psychotherapist, I am dedicated to helping you get to the root of your dysfunctional relationship with food and movement in a compassionate and empathic way. I place precedence on making peace with all foods and helping you to respect your body at any size. I follow the Health at Every Size perspective and help clients advocate for themselves in this way.
5 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Durham Psychotherapy (In-person + Direct Billing Available)
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Weight-inclusive counselling that targets emotional eating and sustainable health behaviours—never crash diets. Compassionate, measurable change.
16 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Reflection Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSW, RSW, RSSW
At Reflection Centre, we understand that obesity is a complex and sensitive issue that affects many aspects of a person's life. Our compassionate team of therapists offers a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the underlying emotions and behaviours related to weight management. We use evidence-based techniques and personalized treatment plans to help clients develop a healthier relationship with food and their bodies. Whether you are looking to lose weight or improve your overall health, we are here to support and empower you on your journey towards well-being.
33 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Bonny Kaman Li
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Body-related concerns are often connected to emotional and relational factors. Therapy focuses on self-compassion, emotional awareness, and sustainable change without shame.
12 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Stacey Ramsay-Bawden
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I support clients in addressing obesity with a holistic, compassionate approach, focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes, emotional well-being, and building healthy habits without judgment or quick fixes.
2 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON (Online Only)
Rebecca Goldstein, TuneinTherapy, ADHD | Trauma | Autism
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, MTA, BMT, FAMI
Weight and obesity are often treated as simple issues of willpower, discipline, or appearance — but in reality, they can be deeply connected to trauma, neurodivergence, chronic pain, emotional regulation, burnout, hormones, shame, medical experiences, sensory needs, and the exhausting pressure of constantly feeling judged or “not enough.”
My approach goes beyond shame, blame, or generic advice. Together, we explore the deeper patterns that may be impacting your relationship with food, movement, motivation, self-worth, and your body while working toward more compassionate, realistic, and sustainable change.
This work is not just about weight. It is about understanding yourself more fully, reducing shame, reconnecting with your needs, and building a life and relationship with your body that feels more supportive, meaningful, and workable.
12 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON (Online Only)
Madeleine Krupl
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Weight-neutral, shame-free care focused on wellbeing: mood, sleep, energy, movement, and body image. We can coordinate with medical/nutrition providers if you wish.
8 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON (Online Only)
Sherine Chacko
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Weight-inclusive online counselling for emotional eating, shame, and sustainable health behaviours. No crash diets—compassionate, measurable changes. Care for the body you have while you help it.
17 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Edan Tasca
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
Our weight-inclusive counselling addresses emotional eating, shame, and sustainable health behaviours. No crash diets—just compassionate, measurable changes. Feel better in the body you have while you care for it.
10 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Bridges Clinical Hypnotherapy Services
Hypnotherapist
If you are having challenges in this area, hypnosis is a safe and effective way to successfully overcome this issue. One of the many interventions, Bridges Clinical Hypnotherapy uses is the virtual gastric band program which has been found to be extremely successful for achieving weight management.
8 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Interactive Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, RPC
Obesity counselling empowers you to break free from cycles of shame, emotional eating, and self-doubt, fostering sustainable health and self-compassion. Tailored for individuals, couples, or families, sessions integrate cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based eating awareness, and motivational interviewing to address root causes—stress, habits, or societal pressures—while building intuitive eating and movement joy. Learn practical tools: goal-setting without guilt, body positivity practices, and support networks for lasting change. From weight-focused struggles to holistic wellness, specialized guidance turns obstacles into triumphs, enhancing vitality and confidence. Redefine health on your terms; embrace a nourished life. Start your empowering path today.
12 Years Experience
Online in Richmond Hill, ON
Richmond Hill is a rapidly growing Toronto suburb in York Region with a majority Chinese population in many of its newer residential developments, alongside significant South Asian and Middle Eastern communities, creating strong demand for Mandarin-, Cantonese-, and Farsi-speaking therapists who can work within East Asian and Iranian cultural frameworks. The city's affluent suburban character and proximity to Toronto's tech and finance economy create a population with both the means and motivation to seek therapy, though help-seeking stigma in some East Asian and Middle Eastern communities remains a consideration. Mackenzie Health provides institutional mental health resources, with many residents also accessing the broader Greater Toronto Area therapy ecosystem. Richmond Hill's fast growth and relatively new development mean community ties can be shallow, and therapists frequently address social isolation and the challenge of belonging in a transient suburban environment.
Obesity therapists in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Obesity therapists in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $172 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Obesity (100%), Self Esteem (94%), and Anxiety or Fears (94%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$172
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Obesity |
| 94% | Self Esteem |
| 94% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 88% | Stress |
| 84% | Body Image |
| 84% | Depression |
| 84% | Loss or Grief |