Obesity therapists in Gastonia, NC
Browse Obesity therapists in Gastonia, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Territa Chambers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC- QS
Heal your relationship with food and work to be healthy at every size.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gastonia, NC
Online in Gastonia, NC
Philadelphia Couples Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
When we hold shame about our bodies, we often become disconnected from ourselves and those around us. You might feel you have missed out on magical experiences with friends and lovers because you were distracted by comparison and cruel thoughts about your body. You might find it hard to stay present during sexual intimacy because you’re trying to imagine how your body is being perceived from different angles. Maybe you were taught by our culture or other influential figures that there was something wrong with you because of how your body looks or behaves. Repairing your relationship with your body is hard work that can powerfully shift your relationships, making you more available for pleasure and connection. We’re here for you on your journey to radical self-acceptance!
23 Years Experience
Online in Gastonia, NC
Shareece Cannonier
Psychologist, PsyD
I can help you unlearn patterns that contribute to disordered eating.
7 Years Experience
Online in Gastonia, NC (Online Only)
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 Gastonia, NC (Online Only)
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 Gastonia, NC (Online Only)
Obesity therapists in Gastonia, NC Statistics
Obesity therapists in Gastonia, NC average 15 years of experience and charge around $220 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (47%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (42%), and Hypnotherapy (32%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$220
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
58%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
Online Only |
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| 47% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 47% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 32% | Hypnotherapy |
| 32% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 32% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 26% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Christian |
| 47% | Jewish |
| 47% | Persons with Disabilities |