Obesity therapists in Independence, MO
Browse Obesity therapists in Independence, Missouri. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Shareece Cannonier
Psychologist, PsyD
I can help you unlearn patterns that contribute to disordered eating.
7 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
Juniper Mental Health
Psychologist, PhD
Our provider, Spencer Richards, has extensive experience in weight management from a non-judgmental stance. You will find your work with him to be guided by the latest research on behavior change in an open and compassionate space. You can schedule a free consultation with him to discuss treatment.
8 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
Erin Severe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Are you struggling with weight and body image? If you've decided to take a step toward bariatric surgery I provide pre-surgical psychological evaluations required by your doctor from the comfort of your own home via telehealth.
18 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
Mary Knoblock, DNH
Hypnotherapist, DNH, RTT Practitioner, Hypnotist, Holistic Naturopath Practitioner, Spiritual Counselor
I use a lot of methods to help work through obesity issues with clients. Health coaching is a very powerful method for dealing with obesity as well as RTT, the Emotion Code and more. There are a lot of different ways to approach dealing with Obesity and I look forward to helping you.
11 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO (Online Only)
Cheryl S Rubenstein
Psychologist, PhD
Obesity is a challenge for so many people. During my time at the NIH and Georgetown I received specialized training in compassionately working with obesity in adults and children.
19 Years Experience
Online in Independence, MO
Independence is a Kansas City suburb with a distinctive character rooted in its historical significance as the starting point of the Oregon and Santa Fe Trails and as the world headquarters of the Community of Christ—a significant Latter Day Saint denomination—as well as being the hometown of President Harry S. Truman, a combination that gives the city a particular civic identity unusual for a suburb of its size. The religious community anchored by the Community of Christ Temple creates both a strong support network and specific mental health considerations around faith, doubt, and community belonging for those navigating their relationship with the church. Centerpoint Medical Center and the broader Kansas City health system provide behavioral health resources to Independence and surrounding communities. Common therapy concerns include faith and spiritual identity, commuter stress from the Kansas City metro, economic anxiety, family and relationship issues, and the particular dynamics of a community where civic pride and religious heritage are deeply intertwined.
Obesity therapists in Independence, MO Statistics
Obesity therapists in Independence, MO average 15 years of experience and charge around $232 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (47%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (35%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (35%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$232
Accept insurance
29%
Offer sliding scale
59%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 44% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 59% |
Online Only |
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| 41% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 47% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 29% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Hypnotherapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 35% | Teen |
| 12% | Children |
Client Focus
| 47% | Christian |
| 47% | Jewish |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 41% | Men |