Body Image therapists in Rochester, New York NY
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Body Image
Neha Chawla
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, LP, FIPA
Development of skills for handling negative thoughts about physical appearance; building habits of more positive self-talk and self-perception.
18 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York (Online Only)
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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 Rochester, NY New York (Online Only)
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MICHELE KABAS
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW , CEDS
I work with many women who have a difficult time loving and accepting their body wherever it may be.
I have a special interest working with women at midlife and beyond as a seasoned practitioner.
Through talk therapy and changing negative self talk you can show up in the world with more acceptance about the body you have without constantly trying to change it through diet and overexcercise
46 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York
Body Image
GRIS ALVES
Counselor/Therapist, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
I support clients struggling with body image through a trauma-informed, compassionate approach rooted in Compassionate Inquiry®. Body image concerns often reflect deeper emotional and relational experiences, including early conditioning, trauma, or shame. In therapy, we gently explore these patterns while building greater body awareness, self-compassion, and a more respectful, connected relationship with the body.
11 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York
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Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc.
Counselor/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW-QS, CCTP
Body image counseling is a specialized form of psychotherapy that focuses on assisting individuals in developing a healthier and more positive relationship with their bodies. Body image is how individuals perceive and feel about their physical appearance, such as size, shape, and overall attractiveness. A negative body image can result in emotional distress, low self-esteem, and the onset of eating disorders or other mental health issues.
Body image therapy aims not to achieve a particular ideal body shape or size but to promote self-acceptance and a positive body image regardless of physical appearance. The therapeutic process is individualized, and the therapist collaborates with the client to address his or her particular requirements and objectives.
If negative body image is significantly affecting your well-being or contributing to mental health issues, it is recommended that you seek the assistance of a qualified mental health professional with experience in body image therapy to begin the process of developing a healthier and more positive body image.
9 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY New York
Rochester's identity has been shaped by the legacy of companies like Kodak and Xerox — their rise defining the city's mid-20th-century prosperity and their decline leaving a post-industrial community grappling with poverty, population loss, and the psychological challenges of navigating a city in long-term contraction. The University of Rochester Medical Center provides a major institutional mental health anchor — including one of the country's leading psychiatry departments — alongside a private therapy community concentrated in Brighton, Pittsford, and the Park Avenue neighborhood. Rochester's large Black and Latino communities, concentrated in the city's urban core, experience significant mental health inequities, and culturally affirming therapists are an important but undersupplied part of the local landscape. Rochester Institute of Technology and the University of Rochester contribute academic energy to a city that holds significant intellectual capital despite its economic challenges.
Body Image therapists in Rochester, New York Statistics
Body Image therapists in Rochester, New York average 13 years of experience and charge around $195 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (61%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (42%), and Behavioral Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$195
Accept insurance
48%
Offer sliding scale
61%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 61% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 39% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 53% | Senior |
| 31% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 61% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Men |
| 37% | Jewish |
| 37% | Hispanic / Latino |