6 Highly Recommended NYC Body Image Therapists
Struggling with negative thoughts about your body? You're not alone. Whether you're navigating constant comparison, body-checking, or feeling disconnected from your own reflection, healing is possible. At EveryBody Psychotherapy NYC, our compassionate therapists use a weight-neutral, identity-affirming approach to help you build a kinder relationship with your body. Contact us when you’re ready to take that first step.
Meet your New York therapists for body image issues
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Laura Silver
Laura is both a therapist and registered dietitian who helps clients challenge diet culture and find peace with food and their bodies—no scales, no rules, just compassion.
• Offers body image therapy ✓
• Credentials: Registered Dietitian, Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist, Clinical Intern
• Clientele: Adults
• Location: New York, NY 10010
• Virtual therapy?: Yes, along with in-person
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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, 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
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 learn to redirect your energy toward what actually matters in your life. Instead of spending hours worrying about how you look, you'll have space to actually live.
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 learn to redirect your energy toward what actually matters in your life. Instead of spending hours worrying about how you look, you'll have space to actually live.
Reconnect with what your body needs
Your body is pretty wise—it knows when it's hungry, when it needs rest, and what feels good. 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.
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 learn to redirect your energy toward what actually matters in your life. Instead of spending hours worrying about how you look, you'll have space to actually live.
Common reasons why people seek therapy for body image issues
You think about your body constantly, and it takes up way more mental space than you’d like to admit
You avoid hanging out with friends, taking photos, or wearing certain clothes because of how you feel about your body
You feel like your body is the reason you're single or holding you back from experiences
Scrolling social media leaves you feeling awful about yourself
You can't stop checking mirrors, stepping on the scale, or measuring parts of your body
The voice in your head is mean—really mean—about how you look
You feel disconnected from your body, like you're at war with it
Compliments make you uncomfortable because you just don't believe them
You've struggled with eating disorders or disordered eating in the past
Your body has changed (pregnancy, aging, illness, etc.), and you're having a hard time adjusting
Diet culture and "wellness" trends are making you feel worse, not better
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—we'll 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 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 any 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 issues
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There's not just one "best" approach—it really depends on you and what you need. Some people do great with cognitive behavioral therapy (which helps you change thought patterns), while others benefit from body-centered work or acceptance-based approaches. At EveryBody Psychotherapy NYC, we blend different methods based on what will actually help you, not what a textbook says should work.
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We're all about meeting you where you are and focusing 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. We also make sure our space is 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 else is going on, we can help you untangle it all.
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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 your people. 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 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 the table.
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 an NYC body image therapist today
You deserve to feel good in your body—not someday when you look different, but right now. Our team at EveryBody Psychotherapy NYC is here to walk with you toward that reality. Let's take the first step together.