Body Image therapists in Torrance, CA
Browse Body Image therapists in Torrance, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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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 Torrance, CA (Online Only)
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Provia Psychology
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC
As client-centered therapists, we are overjoyed to welcome all parts of you with open arms, warmth, and kindness.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Torrance, CA
Online in Torrance, CA
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Micha Noble, MA
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
As client-centered therapists, we are overjoyed to welcome all parts of you with open arms, warmth, and kindness.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Torrance, CA
Online in Torrance, CA
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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 Torrance, CA
Online in Torrance, CA
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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
In-Person Near Torrance, CA
Online in Torrance, CA
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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 Torrance, CA
Online in Torrance, CA
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Tracey Kiernan
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Body image struggles are often deeply tied to self-worth, control, and identity. I help you explore the underlying patterns while building a more grounded, compassionate relationship with your body.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Torrance, CA
Online in Torrance, CA
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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 Torrance, CA
Online in Torrance, CA
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Dr. Sari Shepphird
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have been working with body image issues for more than 25 years.
30 Years Experience
In-Person Near Torrance, CA
Online in Torrance, CA
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Erin Powers
Counselor/Therapist, APCC 9590
I primarily work with young women who have suffered with body image issues. I have personal experience in this area as well.
6 Years Experience
Online in Torrance, CA (Online Only)
Torrance is a South Bay Los Angeles city with one of the largest Japanese-American communities on the mainland — a legacy of Toyota's former US headquarters and American Honda's continuing one — alongside diverse middle-class neighborhoods and a strong healthcare sector. Mental health needs include Asian-American family and identity dynamics, where culturally informed care matters and stigma can delay help-seeking, plus the standard pressures of high-cost coastal California life. Torrance Memorial and Providence Little Company of Mary anchor healthcare, with a broad LA market nearby.
Body Image therapists in Torrance, CA Statistics
Body Image therapists in Torrance, CA average 13 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (47%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (45%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
57%
Gender ID
| 76% |
Female |
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| 16% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 45% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 43% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 38% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Teen |
| 51% | Senior |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | Women |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Men |
| 39% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 35% | Jewish |