Weight Loss therapists in McAllen, TX
Browse Weight Loss therapists in McAllen, Texas. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Weight Loss
Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I use cognitive-behavioral techniques to help with weight loss efforts. These powerful and proven therapeutic techniques can be a strong component of any weight loss plan. We can also mix in other techniques, including narrative therapy and mindfulness.
25 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX (Online Only)
Weight Loss
Sugar Land Counseling Center
Counselor/Therapist
Many psychological associates at Sugar Land Counseling Center work with those dealing with weight issues.
31 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Weight Loss
Daniela Bumann
Life Coach, Trauma-Informed Life & Career Coach | Mindfulness-Based Coaching
Are you tired of destructive habits and are ready to let go (weight)? Recognize and get past limiting beliefs to live the life you WANT & deserve! In a positive and judgement free zone, learn NEW skills and strategies to achieve your goals and maximize your life - living it on your terms!
32 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Weight Loss
Jamie Heavey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR
As a therapist specializing in weight loss, I understand that losing weight is not just about diet and exercise. It's also about understanding the underlying emotional and psychological factors that contribute to weight gain, such as stress, emotional eating, and negative body image.
In therapy sessions, I work with clients to develop personalized weight loss strategies that take into account their unique needs and goals. We explore the emotional and psychological factors that contribute to weight gain, and work on developing healthy coping mechanisms to manage these factors. This may include developing mindfulness practices, improving self-esteem, and addressing negative body image.
I also believe that sustainable weight loss requires a holistic approach that takes into account the client's lifestyle, relationships, and overall well-being. I work with clients to develop healthy habits and behaviors that can be maintained over the long-term, and we develop realistic goals that are achievable and sustainable.
My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, and focused on helping clients achieve their goals in a way that is healthy and sustainable. I believe that everyone deserves to feel good in their body, and I am committed to helping my clients achieve their weight loss goals in a way that supports their overall well-being.
If you are struggling with weight loss and are ready to take the first step towards a healthier and happier life, contact me today to schedule a consultation.
21 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
Weight Loss
Siddharth Arora
Psychiatrist, DO, MS
Our approach to weight loss combines psychiatric expertise with evidence-based behavioral strategies to support lasting lifestyle change. We help individuals identify emotional and psychological factors that may be contributing to weight challenges, offering guidance on motivation, mindset, and habit formation. Our goal is to support each patient’s physical and emotional well-being through a compassionate, customized plan.
10 Years Experience
Online in McAllen, TX
McAllen is the largest city in the Rio Grande Valley, a predominantly Spanish-speaking border region where the daily realities of life on the US-Mexico border—immigration, family separation, cross-border economic uncertainty, and the psychological stress of living in a highly scrutinized border community—shape the mental health landscape in ways that are unlike those of any other part of Texas. Spanish-language therapy is not merely preferred but essential in McAllen, and the demand for bilingual practitioners far outpaces supply in a region that is chronically underserved for mental health professionals per capita. The Rio Grande Valley ranks among the most underserved regions in the country for mental health care, and while health systems like DHR Health and South Texas Health System provide some behavioral health services, many residents go without needed support. Common therapy concerns include immigration-related anxiety and trauma, family separation stress, economic uncertainty, and the complex identity challenges of life in a bicultural, binational border community.
Weight Loss therapists in McAllen, TX Statistics
Weight Loss therapists in McAllen, TX average 15 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Behavioral Therapy (55%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (48%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
31%
Offer sliding scale
59%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 62% |
Online Only |
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| 38% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 48% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 41% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 31% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 55% | Teen |
| 41% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 48% | Military / Veterans |
| 45% | Black / African American |
| 45% | Christian |