Obesity therapists in Spanaway, WA
Browse Obesity therapists in Spanaway, Washington. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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 Spanaway, WA (Online Only)
Obesity
Dr. Janelle Louis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ND, PMHNP-BC
I view weight through the lens of hormones, metabolism, trauma, mental health, and lifestyle—not judgment. If you struggle with obesity, I would love to help you set compassionate, sustainable goals while addressing emotional and biological factors that affect weight. You’ll be supported every step of the way.
10 Years Experience
Online in Spanaway, WA (Online Only)
Obesity
Alignwell Modern Therapy
Counselor/Therapist
Weight concerns often intersect with emotional experiences, stress, and self-esteem. Therapy helps explore the deeper patterns connected to eating, body image, and self-worth while supporting a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
20 Years Experience
Online in Spanaway, WA
Obesity
MJB Wellness LLC
Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnotherapist and Coach, Certified Sexological Bodyworker, Sex Educator, Certified Reiki
It is widely accepted that weight loss, eating disorders, and anxiety are all issues that hypnosis is successful at dealing with. All have their root in emotional issues and the habitual way people see themselves and their lives. Research shows that most people who are grossly overweight have suffered some trauma in their lives leading them to holding on to excess weight and no amount of dieting will permanently change that without resolving those past traumas and changing habits and relationship with food. I see many such clients in my practice and we are able to find them healing and moving on to healthier lifestyle. While we work on the emotional roots of eating problems, it is possible to do hypnotic Gastric Band therapy which works exactly like the real Gastric band but without the painful and expensive surgery. We can set a limit beyond which you feel full and can't eat any more.
8 Years Experience
Online in Spanaway, WA
Obesity
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
I provide support for individuals struggling with obesity, focusing on the behavioral, emotional, and cognitive factors that contribute to weight-related challenges. Using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, habit formation, and lifestyle-focused interventions, I help clients develop sustainable changes in eating patterns, physical activity, and self-regulation. My work emphasizes long-term health, improved self-image, and realistic goal-setting, empowering clients to build consistency, resilience, and a balanced approach to overall well-being.
2 Years Experience
Online in Spanaway, WA (Online Only)
Obesity therapists in Spanaway, WA Statistics
Obesity therapists in Spanaway, WA average 14 years of experience and charge around $211 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (52%), Behavioral Therapy (43%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (39%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$211
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 40% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 61% |
Online Only |
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| 39% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 52% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 35% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 52% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 52% | Women |
| 48% | Christian |
| 48% | Men |