Obesity therapists in Akron, Ohio OH
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Imagine Recovery Counseling LLC (Kristen Gidel Kelly)
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LICDC, CTTS, Certified EMDR Therapist and Consultant
Imagine Recovery Counseling prioritizes trauma and somatic healing for mental health, substance use, and behavioral concerns. We serve adults and couples age 18+ and specialize in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Couples counseling services to address trauma related issues. We welcome clients with a variety of MH issues and strive to serve as an ally to unserved populations (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, Military and First Responders, and Neurodivergent). Email us directly and we will respond within 24 hours! I post weekly on Wed with the current status of our waitlist and who is taking clients. No wait right now!
Our therapists are trained in trauma informed care protocols, including EMDR, Parts work (IFS/Ego State), DBT skills, iREST, Somatic Experiencing, ACT and CBT. Kristen also provides EMDR Consultation and Supervision for Counselors. Chris, Sarah, Polly, Linda, and Jessica are accepting clients! We operate off a short waiting list for the rest of the team.
We are competent. We believe you. We know what to do. We got you. We are mindful of our space and strive to provide trauma informed care. Our providers have lived experience and the knowledge to help. You have spent your whole life surviving; it's time to thrive and life the life you want to live. In person or virtual. Daytime and evening hours.
19 Years Experience
Online in Akron, OH Ohio
Obesity
The Empowering Space PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Compassionate Support for Obesity & Emotional Well-Being
Struggling with obesity can affect not just physical health, but also self-esteem, relationships, and mental well-being. At The Empowering Space, we take a holistic, nonjudgmental approach to help you navigate the emotional and psychological aspects of weight concerns. Whether you're facing body image struggles, emotional eating, stress-related weight changes, or self-confidence challenges, we provide a safe space to explore your experiences and build a healthier mindset.
Using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and self-compassion techniques, we work together to develop healthier coping strategies, improve body acceptance, and create sustainable changes that support your overall well-being. You are more than a number on a scale—your health and happiness matter.
Let’s focus on self-care, confidence, and empowerment—on your terms.
7 Years Experience
Online in Akron, OH Ohio (Online Only)
Obesity
Dr. Christopher Lowery, DHSc, CLCP
Clinical Health Practitioner, Board-Certified Life Care Planner
This component is for individuals who need supporting healthy lifestyle changes, emotional well-being, self-esteem, and sustainable strategies for long-term health and wellness.
24 Years Experience
Online in Akron, OH Ohio
Obesity
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 Akron, OH Ohio
Obesity
Tara Murphy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I do not use the word “obese,” as it is rooted in stigma and can be deeply offensive. Instead, I recognize that bodies naturally come in a wide range of shapes and sizes—from small to large—and that much of the suffering people experience is caused by cultural shame and fat phobia, not by body size itself. My work draws on IFS, Health at Every Size (HAES), Attuned Eating, Body Trust, mindfulness, and narrative therapy to help clients reduce shame, build body trust, and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. I provide diagnostic clarity when concerns about body size intersect with mood or eating disorders.
29 Years Experience
Online in Akron, OH Ohio (Online Only)
Akron's identity as the 'Rubber City' — once the world capital of tire manufacturing — has given way to a post-industrial economy navigating transformation, and therapists here frequently address the long-term psychological effects of deindustrialization: economic stress, community grief, and the identity challenges of a workforce that has had to reinvent itself across generations. The city is home to the University of Akron and has a growing health sciences and polymer science sector, creating a more economically diverse population than its industrial reputation suggests. Summa Health System and Cleveland Clinic Akron General provide institutional mental health resources alongside a private therapy community concentrated in West Akron, Fairlawn, and the Highland Square neighborhood. Akron's significant Black community and the city's ongoing recovery from decades of economic decline shape a therapy culture in which community resilience and racial equity are recurring clinical themes.
Obesity therapists in Akron, Ohio Statistics
Obesity therapists in Akron, Ohio average 15 years of experience and charge around $219 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (56%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (44%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (33%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$219
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
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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
| 56% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 28% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Somatic Therapy |
| 28% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 83% | Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 44% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 44% | Christian |
| 44% | Women |
| 39% | Jewish |
| 39% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 39% | Black / African American |