Obesity therapists in Salinas, CA
Browse Obesity therapists in Salinas, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Obesity
Diaspora Therapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist, DSW, LMFT
We offer compassionate, trauma-informed support for individuals navigating concerns related to weight, health, and body image. We explore the emotional, cultural, medical, and systemic factors that shape one’s relationship with food and body. Our work emphasizes dignity, body respect, and sustainable wellbeing rather than shame or control.
7 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA
Obesity
Daniel Slavin
Marriage and Family Therapist
I approach weight-related concerns with sensitivity and without shame, focusing on the emotional, relational, and behavioral patterns connected to eating and self-care. Therapy supports building a healthier relationship with the body, food, and oneself.
41 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA
Obesity
Mind Study Center
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, M.D., Ph.D.,
At Mind Study Center, we provide holistic support for individuals struggling with obesity, focusing on both emotional and physical well-being. Our team combines therapy with lifestyle coaching to address the psychological factors contributing to unhealthy eating habits, body image issues, and emotional eating. We work with clients to develop healthier coping strategies, create sustainable habits, and foster self-compassion, empowering them to achieve long-term health goals and improve overall quality of life.
10 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA
Obesity
Roderic Burks - Integrative Mental Health
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, MS HSc, MA, LMHC, LPC
I help clients explore the emotional, behavioral, and relational patterns that contribute to weight challenges. Together, we address underlying habits, self-perception, and the parts of yourself that may be driving these patterns. The focus is on building self-awareness, healthier choices, and a compassionate relationship with your body and self.
26 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA (Online Only)
Obesity
PBA Psychology Group, Inc.
Psychologist, Clinical and Forensic Psychology
Our practice works often with patients who present with a range of eating concerns and related body image concerns. We understand that factors contributing to obesity are often complex and we are here to help you uncover the layers beneath that contribute to your struggle.
30 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA
Salinas is the county seat of Monterey County and the birthplace of John Steinbeck, a city with a majority Latino population deeply rooted in the agricultural economy of the Salinas Valley, and a mental health landscape shaped by the significant challenges of agricultural labor, immigration stress, gang violence in some neighborhoods, and limited access to culturally and linguistically appropriate care. Spanish-language therapy is essential here, and the demand for bilingual practitioners who understand the specific stressors of farmworker and immigrant community life significantly outpaces supply. Natividad Medical Center, a county-run hospital, provides some behavioral health services, and community health organizations supplement what is a relatively limited private therapy sector. Common therapy concerns include trauma, family separation stress, anxiety, depression, and the intergenerational challenges faced by a community navigating the intersection of a demanding agricultural economy and evolving cultural identity.
Obesity therapists in Salinas, CA Statistics
Obesity therapists in Salinas, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $234 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (53%), and Behavioral Therapy (47%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$234
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 42% |
Female |
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| 41% |
Male |
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| 10% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 68% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 53% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 47% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 47% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 47% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 47% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 47% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Senior |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Teen |
| 37% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 63% | LGBTQ+ |
| 58% | Asian |
| 58% | Black / African American |
| 58% | Men |