Obesity therapists in Richmond, BC
Browse Obesity therapists in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Obesity
Shelley Murphy, Food & Body Image Hypnotherapist
Hypnotherapist, BASc, Former RD
Shelley brings a rare combination of expertise as a former registered dietitian turned hypnotherapist. Most people who struggle with their weight already know what foods support health, what habits they “should” be doing and what hasn’t worked before. And yet, emotions trigger overeating, motivation fades, all-or-nothing thinking takes over and shame leads to giving up. This isn’t failure; it’s how the subconscious mind works. Patterns like emotional eating, cravings, and self-sabotage operate below conscious awareness. That’s why insight alone often isn’t enough. Hypnotherapy works by shifting the subconscious patterns that drive behaviour. Rather than forcing change through discipline, Shelley's non-diet approach with hypnotherapy helps your system feel safe enough to respond differently by calming the nervous system, interrupting automatic habit loops, strengthening internal cues of trust and regulation, and reducing the emotional charge around food and weight. So change becomes less effortful, and more sustainable.
3 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
Obesity
Shay Galamiton
Counsellor/Therapist, RPC, MPCC
I work with individuals managing obesity in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space. Together, we explore underlying challenges, build sustainable healthy habits, strengthen self-confidence, and work toward long-term physical and emotional wellness.
3 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
Obesity
Semra Lamky, Emotional Peace Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), MACP, Bsc
I support individuals in exploring the emotional, psychological, and behavioural aspects of their relationship with food, body image, and self-esteem. Obesity is often influenced by complex factors such as trauma, stress, anxiety, and societal pressure, and my approach is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and rooted in understanding each person's unique story. I help clients identify underlying emotional triggers, develop healthier coping strategies, and build a more positive and sustainable relationship with their bodies and overall well-being. My goal is to empower individuals to make meaningful changes while fostering self-acceptance and resilience.
3 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
Obesity
Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapists , Counsellors
Obesity is a complex health condition influenced by many factors, including emotional well-being, stress, trauma, habits, lifestyle, and physical health. It is not simply a matter of willpower. Many people struggle with emotional eating, low self-esteem, anxiety, or depression that can make lasting change difficult. At Trickett Psychotherapy & Counselling, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to help adults understand the emotional factors affecting their health, develop healthier coping strategies, and build sustainable habits that support both physical and emotional well-being. We offer therapy for obesity and emotional eating in Guelph and secure online therapy across Ontario. Contact us today to book your consultation and begin your journey toward a healthier, more balanced life.
18 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC
Obesity
Kimberly Davidson | Katalyst Integrated Trauma Treatment
Counsellor/Therapist, RCS, MTC, RTC, SEP, CCTP, CCISM, CFRC, CATP, NARM
Most obesity issues come from trauma - single or complex. That is long before society or other industries get involved. This is not your fault and you are worthy of healing and to see yourself differently and to let your body heal also. There are things you can do to change this for yourself, with understanding and help, to then also address who you are, when facing the rest of the world from this new perspective.
20 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, BC (Online Only)
Richmond, British Columbia is one of the most ethnically Chinese cities outside of Asia — with Chinese Canadians comprising roughly half of the population and Mandarin and Cantonese widely spoken — creating a therapy community where demand for Chinese-language and culturally competent therapists far exceeds available supply. The city's proximity to Vancouver International Airport and its role as a gateway community for recent immigrants from Hong Kong, mainland China, and Taiwan shapes a therapy landscape particularly attuned to immigration stress, cross-cultural family dynamics, and the identity challenges of first-generation residents. Richmond Hospital provides institutional mental health resources alongside a private therapy community that is increasingly building capacity in Chinese-language care. Help-seeking stigma in some East Asian communities remains a significant barrier, and many therapists in Richmond invest considerable clinical energy in normalizing therapy as part of their work.
Obesity therapists in Richmond, BC Statistics
Obesity therapists in Richmond, BC average 10 years of experience and charge around $155 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (88%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (75%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (75%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$155
Accept insurance
63%
Offer sliding scale
69%
Gender ID
| 76% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 56% |
Online Only |
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| 44% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 88% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 75% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 75% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 69% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 69% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 63% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 56% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 88% | Teen |
| 75% | Senior |
| 56% | Young Adult |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 75% | Men |
| 63% | Christian |
| 63% | Middle Eastern |
| 63% | Women |
| 56% | Asian |