Group Therapy
Harvesting Health - Fat-Affirming Habits for Fall & Winter
As the days get shorter, many people notice changes in mood, energy, and routine. This group provides tools and community for navigating seasonal challenges in a fat-affirming space.
Over 6 biweekly sessions, we’ll explore nourishment, rest, movement, boundaries, stress management, and self-compassion — with a focus on health gains, not weight loss. Sessions will include psychoeducation, coping skills, and processing.
Details:
Ongoing therapy groups offered at different times with rolling enrollment. 3 new groups will be starting in May including all genders, Women only and Men only. Please contact Dr. Karmel for details.
When: October 7th - December 16th, every-other Tuesday from 5:15-6:15 for 6 sessions.
Other: Open to Oregon residents ages 18+; Most insurances accepted.
Group Therapist
Dr. Alisa Karmel, PsyD
Dr. Alisa Karmel (she/her), is a psychologist and licensed therapist who specializes in working with those experiencing fatness and obesity; body dissatisfaction; eating disorders or disordered eating related to obesity, such as emotional eating, overeating, and binge eating; as well as supporting individuals who have dealt with weight stigma in both personal and medical settings.
Group therapy can help with…
Learn Coping Strategies
Build Self-Awareness
Increase Confidence
Develop Healthy Boundaries
Grow in a Safe Space
Feel Less Alone
Gain New Perspectives
Improve Communication
Receive Support
Practice Social Skills
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Fill out the “Prospective Patient Form” and we will reach out within 48 hours.
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Your access to services depends on things like whether you prefer in-person or telehealth, your available days and times, your age, your insurance coverage, your concerns, and the type of services you’re looking for. Being flexible can help you get an appointment sooner!
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Intake
Starts with an assessment (50-55 minutes). You will chat about your current situation, your history, and goals. A plan for treatment will be made with your goals and plan for follow up
Follow-up Appointments
Appointments last 30-55 minutes. We'll start by understanding your concerns and work together toward your goals at a pace that feels right for you. As symptoms improve, the frequency will reduce.
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In-Network: AETNA, Cigna, Kaiser, MODA, PacificSource, Providence Health Plans and Regence BCBS.
Self pay available.
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48-Hour Cancellation Policy
$75 Therapy Appointment
$20 Group Appointment
$100 Medication Appointment
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HIPAA secured, telehealth therapy via ZOOM is available for all clients.
In-Person services available at our 4 locations.
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Business hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Office staff are available for scheduling during business hours only.
All providers keep their own schedule with some offering evening or weekend hours.
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No after-hours or crisis support.
If you are in crisis or emergency:
Call 911 or go to the hospital.
Call 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Use Lifeline Chat at www.988lifeline.org.
Therapy Your Way
Visit us in-person at one of our four Portland metro locations. Prefer to stay cozy at home? Our Telehealth sessions bring therapy to you! We serve anywhere in the state(s) of Oregon and Washington.