Weight Loss therapists in Richmond, VA
Browse Weight Loss therapists in Richmond, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Weight Loss
Transitions Liaison Global - Laura K. Ellis
Hypnotherapist, D.A. Hyp
Weight loss begins in the mind. That's why diets and drugs to lose weight are not sustainable. Hypnotherapy for weight loss works.
16 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, VA
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 Richmond, VA (Online Only)
Weight Loss
LEGACY MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING SERVICES
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Legacy Mental Health Consulting Services supports individuals pursuing weight loss through a compassionate, holistic approach that addresses emotional, behavioral, and lifestyle factors. We help clients build sustainable habits, strengthen motivation, and improve overall well‑being without shame or judgment.
12 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, VA
Weight Loss
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling and being. Our aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically. Washington Psychological Wellness believes in respect and equality for all regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, class, caste, religion, belief, sex, gender, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex characteristics, age, health or other status. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Call now to schedule your appointment!
12 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, VA
Weight Loss
Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
If you’ve struggled to lose weight—or to keep it off—you may feel frustrated by the cycle of starting strong and then losing momentum. You might do well for a period of time, only to find old habits returning, especially under stress or when life gets busy. Even with the best intentions, it can feel difficult to stay consistent and make lasting changes.
I help clients approach weight loss in a way that is structured, sustainable, and aligned with how real change actually happens. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we identify and shift the thought patterns that lead to inconsistency, self-sabotage, or all-or-nothing thinking. With clinical hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), and NLP, we work at a deeper level to reduce cravings, strengthen motivation, and support healthier habits becoming more automatic. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you stay committed to your goals and take consistent action—even when motivation fluctuates.
What’s often missing isn’t effort—you’re capable of making changes and may have done so before. What’s missing is a way to maintain those changes over time by addressing the internal patterns that pull you back into old behaviors. Without that, weight loss tends to feel temporary rather than lasting.
The fact that you’re here suggests you’re ready for a different result. If you’re willing to approach this in a more effective way, I can help you build consistency, reduce setbacks, and create sustainable progress toward a healthier weight and a more confident, balanced way of living.
27 Years Experience
Online in Richmond, VA
Weight Loss therapists in Richmond, VA Statistics
Weight Loss therapists in Richmond, VA average 15 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Behavioral Therapy (43%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (37%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 30% | Hypnotherapy |
| 30% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 30% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 50% | Military / Veterans |
| 43% | Black / African American |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Persons with Disabilities |