Body Image

“Your body is not a problem to be solved, but a person to be cared for.”

Body image struggles can affect far more than appearance — they can deeply impact your confidence, relationships, emotional well-being and daily life. You may find yourself constantly criticizing your body, comparing yourself to others or feeling consumed by thoughts about food, weight or appearance. For many people, body image concerns are tied to anxiety, perfectionism, trauma or societal pressures, leaving them feeling disconnected from themselves and never “good enough.” Over time, these thoughts can become exhausting and emotionally draining.

Therapy can help you develop a healthier, more compassionate relationship with yourself and your body. Together, we can explore the underlying beliefs, experiences and pressures contributing to negative self-image while building tools to challenge self-criticism and strengthen self-worth. Through supportive, trauma-informed care, therapy can help you feel more confident, grounded and connected to yourself beyond appearance.


Body Image Symptoms


Emotional Symptoms

  • Constant self-criticism or negative thoughts about appearance

  • Feeling ashamed, embarrassed or uncomfortable in your body

  • Anxiety around photos, mirrors or social situations

  • Comparing yourself to others frequently

  • Feeling like your worth is tied to appearance or weight

Behavioral Symptoms

  • Avoiding certain situations or places out of fear

  • Difficulty relaxing, constantly needing to stay busy

  • Social withdrawal or fear of being judged by others

  • Difficulty making decisions or feeling paralyzed by choices