Topic: self-esteem

Question: How can I feel less self-conscious about my weight?
I'm a teenage girl, and I feel very bad about my weight. I don't know how to make it stop.

Answer (from Sherry Katz, LCSWCouples and Family Therapist, LCSW):
One way may be to take some sort of physical movement class in which you will be regarded by the teacher as one of the students, not the girl who weighs a certain amount.In a movement class such as pilates, yoga, aerobics, weights, dance, when the standard for clothing is somewhat fitted and shows more of our physical bodies than regular clothing, and to be considered as one of the students, not stigmatized for how much or how little you weigh, may help you be as accepting of yourself as the teacher is of you!

Answer (from Celeste Ige):
Have you spoken to your health care provider about your weight?  You may not have a medical issue.   A lot of times we try to have the "perfect" body when in reality we try to live up to social standards.  Please set up a FREE consultation with me!