Body Image Therapy in NYC
If you're constantly comparing yourself to others, body-checking, or feeling disconnected from your own reflection, we’re here for you. You deserve to feel good in your body.
Our team offers weight-neutral, identity-affirming support to help you feel more at home in your body. In-person in NYC and virtually across NY, NJ, PA & CO.
Meet Our NYC Body Image Therapists
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Pam Skop
As the founder of EveryBody Psychotherapy NYC, Pam helps clients reconnect with their bodies through a blend of conversation, movement, and mindfulness—all without focusing on weight or appearance.
• Offers body image therapy ✓
• Credentials: Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Diagnostic Privilege, Certified Eating Disorders Specialist, Registered Yoga Teacher
• Clientele: Teens & adults
• Location: Virtual in NYC
• Virtual therapy?: Yes, available in NY, NJ, & PA
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Christina Kennedy
Christina helps teens and young people feel more at home in their bodies and break free from the constant comparison game that can make growing up feel so hard.
• Offers body image therapy ✓
• Credentials: Mental Health Counselor - Limited Permit
• Clientele: Adolescents & teens
• Location: New York, NY 10010
• Virtual therapy?: Yes, in addition to in-person
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Zoe Dartley
Zoe brings warmth and humor to therapy, helping clients stop the cycle of negative body thoughts and build real confidence from the inside out.
• Offers body image therapy ✓
• Credentials: Licensed Master Social Worker
• Clientele: Adolescents, teens, & young adults
• Location: Virtual in NYC
• Virtual therapy?: Yes, available in NY & CO
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Lauren Spiechowski
Lauren creates a safe space where you can explore your relationship with your body, food, and self-worth without judgment or pressure to change.
• Offers body image therapy ✓
• Credentials: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Clientele: Adults
• Location: Virtual in NYC
• Virtual therapy?: Yes, available in NY & NJ
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Jenna Rossi
Jenna offers warm, accepting support for people of all ages who are navigating body image struggles, anxiety, and life's ups and downs.
• Offers body image therapy ✓
• Credentials: Mental Health Counselor - Limited Permit
• Clientele: Adolescents, teens, & adults
• Location: Virtual in NYC
• Virtual therapy?: Yes, available in NY
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Lisa Field
Lisa is a warm, compassionate therapist in training who is especially passionate about supporting people as they navigate perinatal and perimenopause/menopause transitions.
• Offers body image therapy ✓
• Credentials: Registered Nurse, MS Candidate
• Clientele: Teens & adults
• Location: Virtual in NYC
• Virtual therapy?: Yes, available in NY
How Body Image Therapy Can Help
Stop the cycle of body-checking & comparison
Constantly checking yourself in mirrors? Scrolling through Instagram and feeling worse about yourself? Body image therapy helps you notice these patterns and redirect your energy toward what actually matters in your life. Instead of spending hours worrying about how you look, we can help you create space to actually live.
Quiet your inner critic
Body image work isn't about loving every part of yourself all the time. It's about easing the constant self-criticism so you have room to just exist. You'll learn tools to quiet your inner critic, set boundaries with people and content that make you feel worse, and feel more at home in your body.
Reconnect with what your body needs
Your body is smart. It knows when it's hungry, when it needs rest, and what feels good. Body image therapy helps you tune back into those signals without all the noise from diet culture, wellness trends, or other people's opinions. You'll learn to trust yourself again and make choices that feel right for you.
Feel more present in your relationships
When body image gets in the way, it's easy to hold back — skipping dates, avoiding intimacy, or trouble simply connecting with others. Body image therapy can help you let your guard down and show up as your authentic self.
Common Reasons People Seek Body Image Therapy
You think about your body constantly, and it takes up more mental space than you'd like
You avoid photos, certain clothes, or social situations because of how you feel about your body
You can't stop checking mirrors, the scale, or measuring yourself
The voice in your head is harsh about how you look, and you feel disconnected from your own body
Compliments make you uncomfortable because you don't believe them
Diet culture, wellness trends, or social media leave you feeling worse about yourself
Your body has changed (pregnancy, aging, illness, etc.) and you're having a hard time adjusting
You've struggled with eating disorders or disordered eating in the past
You feel shame about your weight, size, or how you look
What to Expect From the Therapy Process
Getting to know each other
In your first few sessions, we'll talk about where you’re at with your body image, what you're struggling with most, and what you're hoping will change (mentally, not physically). This process is collaborative as we work together to figure out what makes sense for you and go at a pace that feels comfortable.
Learning new ways to cope
You'll learn practical tools to challenge negative thoughts, handle tough moments, and treat yourself with more kindness. These might include mindfulness techniques, ways to reconnect with your body, or strategies to deal with triggering situations. Over time, these can become habits that stick.
Understanding where it started
We'll gently explore when and how these body image struggles began. What experiences shaped how you see yourself? What keeps the negative thoughts going? Understanding the "why" behind it all without judgment helps create a path toward healing.
Making lasting changes
As we work together, you'll start to notice shifts. Maybe you're less focused on your appearance, or you feel more comfortable in your body, or food feels less stressful. We'll celebrate the wins, work through the hard days with compassion, and keep moving toward a life where your body isn't the enemy.
FAQs About Therapy for Body Image
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There's not just one "best" approach. It depends on your unique situation and what you need.
Some people benefit most from cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps you change thought patterns. Others do best with body-centered work or acceptance-based approaches.
At EveryBody Psychotherapy NYC, we blend different methods based on your needs and goals.
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We're here to meet you where you are and focus on your relationship with your body, not trying to change how you look. We use a weight-neutral approach, which means we don't talk about weight loss or dieting.
Instead, we explore where body shame came from, help you develop self-compassion, and reconnect you with your body in a way that feels authentic and sustainable. Our space is also affirming for all identities and bodies.
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Body image struggles often show up alongside eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem issues. They're also common during big life changes like pregnancy, illness, or just getting older. For folks in the LGBTQIA+ community and neurodivergent individuals, body image can have even more complicated layers. Whatever your experience is, we’re here to help you.
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If you're looking for a practice that actually gets it and won't push diets or weight loss on you, we might be a good fit. Here's what sets us apart:
We're weight-neutral: We focus on your relationship with your body, not the number on a scale.
All identities and bodies are welcome: We celebrate LGBTQIA+ folks, neurodivergent clients, and people of every background and size.
Diverse team: Our therapists bring different specialties and life experiences to their work.
Mind and body together: We combine talk therapy with body awareness practices to offer a holistic, well-rounded approach to care.
Flexible options: Both virtual sessions and in-person appointments are available.
We offer free consultation calls, so you can chat with us and see if it feels like a good fit before committing to the process.
Start Working With a Body Image Therapist Today
You deserve to feel good in your body — not someday when you look different, but right now. Reach out and let's see if we're the right fit.