Body Image

Melanie Bettes

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, Coach

I'm a plus sized woman. I've been there. You eat with friends at a restaurant, and police yourself and what or how much you eat. You walk into a gym (if you make it that far!) to either lose weight or gain mass, but cannot seem to do anything because it feels like there's judgement coming from all sides. You are exasperated that people think it's OK to make remarks about being 'so skinny' or otherwise comment on your body/appearance. You hate shopping for clothes or cosmetics, or participating in activities because of how you feel about your body. Let's talk. It's so difficult to break free from societal expectations without someone on your side.

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8 Years Experience

Online in Jennings, Missouri

Body Image

Community and Long-Term Care Psychiatry, L.L.C.

Psychiatrist, Psychiatrists and LCSWs

3 of 7 our therapists have extensive background in treating this condition. The treatments provided by them are lead by our psychiatry team

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9 Years Experience

In-Person Near Jennings, MO

Online in Jennings, Missouri

Body Image

Bold Expressions Therapy

Psychologist, Psy.D.

We live in a culture that values certain body types more than others. This reality often brings feelings of shame for people of all body types that do not feel they can live up to these impossible beauty standards. Shame surrounding issues of body image lead to depression, anxiety, self harm and relational difficulties. It is my goal to help patients recognize these harmful thought processes and habits that damage self esteem and ones relationship to their own body. I believe that mitigating these beliefs and patters and lead to happier and healthier lives for those who wish to embark on the journey of body positivity.

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4 Years Experience

Online in Jennings, Missouri