Body Image therapists in Gardena, CA
Browse Body Image therapists in Gardena, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Body Image
Dorit Saberi-Thrive Psychological Services
Psychologist, Ph.D, Diplomate-Academy of Cognitive Therapy; Trainer- Prolonged Exposure for PTSD- CTSA
Emotion focused and CBT
24 Years Experience
Online in Gardena, CA (Online Only)
Body Image
Marina Edelman | TrueMe Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
We help clients develop a healthier, more compassionate relationship with their body. Therapy focuses on reducing shame, improving self-worth, and addressing underlying anxiety or perfectionism.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gardena, CA
Online in Gardena, CA
Body Image
Stephanie Morfitt, LCSW More Fit Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
When You Don’t Feel at Home in Your Body
You might spend hours thinking about food, weight, or how your body looks — yet still feel disconnected or never “enough.” Maybe you compare yourself to others, replay comments you’ve heard about your appearance, or struggle to enjoy things you love because you’re too aware of how you look doing them.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. So many people — especially women — carry an invisible burden of shame, guilt, and self-criticism around their bodies. What starts as “wanting to be healthier” can turn into a constant inner battle. In our work together, we’ll use a structured, evidence-based approach called TEAM-CBT to help you quiet those harsh inner voices and reconnect with your body in a kinder, more trusting way. You’ll learn tools to:
Challenge the perfectionistic thoughts that feed self-criticism
Understand what drives body-focused fears and anxiety
Build new habits of self-acceptance and calm
Experience genuine comfort and confidence in your skin
Our sessions blend science, mindfulness, and compassion. You’ll have weekly check-ins to track progress and brief daily exercises to practice new patterns — because real change happens between sessions.
I BELIEVE:
Your body is not a problem to fix — it’s your home, your history, and your ally.
Confidence grows when we practice kindness toward ourselves, not punishment.
Comparison steals joy, but connection restores it.
You deserve to live fully — wear the clothes you love, eat without guilt, and show up in your life as you are.
Healing becomes easier when we add a little humor and humanity along the way.
Also Integrated In Our Work:
• Interpersonal Work – to strengthen connection and empower you to be yourself using The 5 Secrets of Effective Communication
• Mindful Self-Compassion – to cultivate a gentler, kinder inner voice through the work of Dr. Kristin Neff
• Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) – to regulate the nervous system and support trauma recovery alongside cognitive tools for a well-rounded approach
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gardena, CA
Online in Gardena, CA
Body Image
Nancee Belshaw
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
The way you feel about your body can profoundly influence your confidence, relationships, and emotional well-being. If you struggle with self-criticism, dissatisfaction with your appearance, or the pressure to meet unrealistic expectations, therapy can help you develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself. I work with clients to explore the feelings and experiences shaping their self-image, strengthen their sense of personal worth, and discover greater freedom from painful judgments about their appearance.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gardena, CA
Online in Gardena, CA
Body Image
PBA Psychology Group, Inc.
Psychologist, Clinical and Forensic Psychology
Our work with you will be deep and focused to help you understand how you may be using your body to keep the score to the experiences of your life.
30 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gardena, CA
Online in Gardena, CA
Body Image
Aimen Bukhari
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 144748, LPCC 18977
I work with individuals struggling with body image concerns, body dissatisfaction, and self-criticism. Therapy focuses on reducing shame, calming comparison, and understanding how control, worth, and identity have become tied to appearance.
7 Years Experience
Online in Gardena, CA (Online Only)
Body Image
Melissa Klass M.A., LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT #119163
We are born happy in our own skin. As kids, we are curious about our bodies and enjoy exploring them. Then something goes wrong. A well-meaning parent suggests we skip dessert, and the dolls we play with are so anatomically inaccurate they would fall over if they were humans. Then we start to attend school and become more aware of the larger culture. We notice only certain types of bodies are portrayed in the media. Our peers and our social media tell us we should look a particular way. This story may sound familiar, and sadly, it’s a common one. Unfortunately, for so many of us, the dissatisfaction with our bodies starts when we are young and persists for many years, particularly if we don’t start to examine how we think. Together, through radical self-acceptance, fat positivity, and the anti-diet framework we can begin to work toward healing.
10 Years Experience
Online in Gardena, CA (Online Only)
Body Image
Sara Fraser
Psychologist, PhD
Diet culture has permeated our ideals and expectations of ourselves and most particularly can inform the relationships with have with food and movement. I work with clients from a HAES and intuitive understanding of how to embrace our bodies, how support out bodies to rest and replenish adaptively and how to frame nourishment and movement as affirming rather than punitive.
26 Years Experience
Online in Gardena, CA (Online Only)
Body Image
Roopa Cantu, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Body image issues, including negative body image perception lead us to see our bodies as different from how they actually look. I will help you to determine the root causes of your body image issues and help heal them and help you to develop a healthier perception of your body.
13 Years Experience
Online in Gardena, CA (Online Only)
Body Image
MindOverHealing Therapies
Hypnotherapist, CHt
Often times, the way we attribute our self worth is through our body image overlooking our whole selves leading to negative perceptions and low self-esteem. By integrating hypnotherapy, you can overcome your body image challenges and embrace a more balanced and fulfilling life. The transformation achieved through this therapeutic process not only enhances your self-esteem but also contributes to your overall emotional and mental well-being.
3 Years Experience
Online in Gardena, CA (Online Only)
Body Image therapists in Gardena, CA Statistics
Body Image therapists in Gardena, CA average 14 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (61%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (45%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (42%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
54%
Gender ID
| 80% |
Female |
|
| 14% |
Male |
|
| 4% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 43% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 61% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 38% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Teen |
| 57% | Senior |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 72% | Women |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 53% | Men |
| 39% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 36% | Jewish |