8 Surprising Effects of Negative Body Image on Mental Health
Are you tired of feeling inadequate because of unrealistic beauty standards? Do you ever look in the mirror and see flaws that no one else
Racheli Miller, PhD, is the Founder and Director of The Compassion Practice, a group practice in New York and New Jersey specializing in mindfulness- and compassion-based care as well as Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). She works with clients navigating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, mood challenges, trauma, and relationship or body image struggles. Drawing on Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dr. Miller helps clients build resilience, self-compassion, and practical skills to manage stress and emotions, fostering meaningful growth and change with warmth and respect.
Are you tired of feeling inadequate because of unrealistic beauty standards? Do you ever look in the mirror and see flaws that no one else
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