Body Image therapists in Bristol, VA
Browse Body Image therapists in Bristol, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Body Image
Dr. Michelle Solomon
Psychologist, PsyD
I help clients struggling with body image develop a more compassionate and connected relationship with themselves. Our work focuses on identifying patterns, untangling beliefs, and defining and building sense of self-worth. I offer a space that is affirming and centered on your lived experience.
9 Years Experience
Online in Bristol, VA (Online Only)
Body Image
Bold Expressions Therapy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
We live in a culture that values certain body types more than others. This reality often brings feelings of shame for people of all body types that do not feel they can live up to these impossible beauty standards. Shame surrounding issues of body image lead to depression, anxiety, self harm and relational difficulties. It is my goal to help patients recognize these harmful thought processes and habits that damage self esteem and ones relationship to their own body. I believe that mitigating these beliefs and patters and lead to happier and healthier lives for those who wish to embark on the journey of body positivity.
6 Years Experience
Online in Bristol, VA
Body Image
Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, PH.D, NCC, LMHC, LCPC, LPC
Rocker Health has experienced and competent staff to deal with these issues.
15 Years Experience
Online in Bristol, VA
Body Image
Karen Hahn, Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
I help clients who feel preoccupied with perceived flaws in their appearance explore where these thoughts come from and learn practical tools to manage them, feel more comfortable in their bodies, and improve self-confidence.
10 Years Experience
Online in Bristol, VA
Body Image
Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
If you struggle with body image, you may find yourself constantly comparing your appearance to others, focusing on perceived flaws, or feeling dissatisfied no matter what you do. You might avoid certain clothes, social situations, or intimacy because you don’t feel comfortable in your own skin. Even when others reassure you, it can be hard to truly believe or feel okay about how you look.
I help clients change not just how they think about their bodies, but how they experience themselves. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we identify and challenge the distorted thought patterns that drive self-criticism and comparison. With clinical hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), and NLP, we work at a deeper level to shift the emotional responses and internal images that keep you stuck in a negative self-view. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you step out of the struggle with appearance and reconnect with your values, confidence, and sense of self-worth.
What’s often missing isn’t awareness—you may already recognize that you’re being hard on yourself. What’s missing is a way to interrupt the automatic negative lens through which you see yourself and replace it with a more balanced, compassionate, and realistic perspective. Without that deeper shift, the same patterns of self-judgment continue, regardless of changes in weight, appearance, or external validation.
The fact that you’re here suggests you’re ready for something different. If you’re willing to approach this in a new way, I can help you feel more comfortable in your own skin, reduce self-criticism, and develop a healthier, more confident relationship with your body.
27 Years Experience
Online in Bristol, VA
Body Image therapists in Bristol, VA Statistics
Body Image therapists in Bristol, VA average 14 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (39%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 21% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 31% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 34% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Men |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Black / African American |