Obesity therapists in Columbia, South Carolina SC
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Obesity
Dr. David Brooks
Psychologist, PhD,ABPP,ABN,EMDR Certified Therapist
Once traumatic and/o otherwise upsetting life stimuli are desensitized and specific fears are counteracted can work on reducing unwanted cravings for specific foods using EMDR therapy, improving weight control.
37 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, SC South Carolina
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 Columbia, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Obesity
Dr. Mitchell Roth
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, JD, PsyD, LMHC
Conventional responses to obesity are dieting, and in extreme circumstances, surgery. Neither gets to the cause of the compulsive over-eating which has led to obesity. Treatment of obesity is complex and the subject of my doctoral project. I have published a book on the topic entitled "Obesity. A Weighty Problem & The Cure" under my nom de plume, Dr. Mitch
16 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Obesity
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
Online in Columbia, SC South Carolina
Obesity
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 Columbia, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Obesity therapists in Columbia, South Carolina Statistics
Obesity therapists in Columbia, South Carolina average 15 years of experience and charge around $223 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (58%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (47%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$223
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 47% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 10% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 10% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 58% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 42% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 37% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 84% | Adult |
| 68% | Senior |
| 58% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Jewish |
| 58% | Women |
| 53% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 53% | Christian |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |