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sunflowers thrive in the sunlight.

In fact, they crave the light so much, that they turn and twist themselves to chase the sun across the sky, their faces always towards the light. But what happens when the sun is hidden behind the clouds, and the day is dark and dreary? You may think they would shrink and wither, but they don’t. Perhaps in one of nature’s most beautiful depictions of resilience, the sunflower rebels against the darkness and continues to chase the light.

 

Sometimes we all feel disconnected from that spark of life’s wildness, and in turn our experience of living becomes dark and heavy, clouding our internal fire. We might believe we are not good enough, that our life is out of control, and we might negatively apply this towards our bodies. We become desperate, searching for that light that will make life feel worthwhile. We put pressure on ourselves and our bodies, and we seek comfort in bad habits, temporary fixes, rigid viewpoints, and the allure of other people.

 

This is where our work at Rebelliously Thriving Counseling and Coaching Services begins. Whether you are deeply troubled by your body focused thoughts, emotions and body based experience, or you simply feel that there is some part of the relationship with your body that can be improved, I can help. We can work to face and rebel against the negative body image, foster your ability to thrive, and most importantly, chase and harness your inner light.

 

Ready to start your rebellious journey to body sovereignty? Click below to schedule via my online booking service or to learn more.

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About Whitney

My therapeutic approach is open and honest. I've been told that I have a knack for “compassionately calling out the BS”. I show up as both a human and clinician, and do not emphasize a professional power hierarchy. I am a strong advocate for body liberation, racial justice, LGBTQ+ equality and rights, and human rights more broadly. I use she, her, and hers pronouns, and provide affirming care to all. Click below to learn more about who I am.

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I provide individual and group sessions, using a combination of open-ended listening, empathic attention, creative interventions and experiential guidance of specific skills to help you actively strengthen and work to heal the relationship with your body.

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I am dedicated to operating from a weight inclusive paradigm which means you will not be discriminated against on the basis of your body size or current behaviors. I recognize the role of weight stigma and fat phobia as a barrier to receiving respectful, appropriate and bias-free healthcare and strive to challenge this in my practice. 

 

 

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