Obesity therapists in Durham, NC
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Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Weight and body size are often treated as simple, individual issues—but the reality is far more complex. People in larger bodies are constantly navigating stigma, bias in healthcare, and cultural messages that equate worth with appearance, discipline, or “health.” Many have experienced being dismissed, shamed, or not taken seriously by providers, which can make seeking support feel frustrating or even unsafe. What gets labeled as a “weight issue” is often connected to stress, trauma, access, medical factors, and the pressure of living in a body that is scrutinized in ways others aren’t.
At Nour Counseling, we don’t approach this work from a place of shame or forced change. We actively challenge weight stigma and the idea that your body needs to be controlled in order for you to be okay. Instead, we work with you to understand your relationship with your body, food, movement, and care—within the context of your actual life. This might include unpacking internalized beliefs, navigating healthcare experiences, addressing emotional or stress-related patterns, and building ways of caring for yourself that feel sustainable and respectful. We also name the cultural and systemic factors shaping how bodies are treated, so you’re not carrying that alone. This is about helping you move toward a relationship with your body that is more grounded, more compassionate, and not defined by external standards.
9 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC (Online Only)
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCMHC, LCAS
Helping clients address emotional and behavioral factors related to weight and overall wellness.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Durham, NC 27707
Online in Durham, NC
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 Durham, NC (Online Only)
Territa Chambers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC- QS
Heal your relationship with food and work to be healthy at every size.
10 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC
Patricia Tuohy
Counselor/Therapist, M.S. LCMHC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and EMDR Certified Therapist
Obesity may simply be a result of learning to have an unhealthy relationship with food due to poor choices and behaviors. However, many times it can have origins in our past and therefore emotions. We can explore this together and work on healing anything that comes up, so you can live your life in a healthier manner mind-body and spirit.
24 Years Experience
Online in Durham, NC (Online Only)
Durham is home to Duke University and Duke University Medical Center, one of the leading psychiatric research and treatment centers in the country — an institution that deeply shapes the quality and sophistication of the local therapy community. The Research Triangle's concentration of academics, researchers, and healthcare professionals creates demand for therapists with intellectual depth and experience with high-achievement anxiety, identity work, and the stresses of competitive knowledge-economy careers. Durham also has a vibrant Black community with deep historical roots, and therapists offering culturally affirming care, racial identity work, and intergenerational trauma support are well represented. The city's progressive culture sustains strong demand for LGBTQ+-affirming therapists, and many practitioners integrate social-justice-informed approaches across their work.
Obesity therapists in Durham, NC Statistics
Obesity therapists in Durham, NC average 15 years of experience and charge around $222 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (50%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (45%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (40%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$222
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 50% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 50% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 40% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 30% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 30% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Christian |
| 50% | Jewish |
| 50% | Persons with Disabilities |