Dr. Becky Belinsky, LMFT

Dr. Becky Belinsky, LMFT She/her/hers. Psychotherapist in private practice in Santa Monica, CA.

What Your Body Image Distress Is Really Telling You
06/03/2025

What Your Body Image Distress Is Really Telling You

And Why It’s About More Than Just Your Appearance If you've ever looked in the mirror and felt a wave of discomfort, shame, or self-criticism wash over you, you're not alone. Body image distress—those painful, persistent thoughts and feelings about your appearance—is something many of us exper...

Navigating a Relationship with a Partner Stuck in Diet Culture
03/14/2025

Navigating a Relationship with a Partner Stuck in Diet Culture

Diet culture is everywhere—it’s in our social media feeds, our workplaces, our family gatherings, and, sometimes, even in our most intimate relationships. If you’re in a relationship with someone who is deeply entrenched in diet culture—constantly counting calories, labeling foods as "good&q...

Coping with Weight Stigma
03/14/2025

Coping with Weight Stigma

Weight stigma, also known as weight bias or fatphobia, is a pervasive issue that affects everyone. Because we live in a fatphobic society, we all get messages about weight and bodies, and messages that reinforce that smaller bodies are better. While weight stigma affects everyone, it affects people

How to Identify and Express Emotions
03/14/2025

How to Identify and Express Emotions

Understanding and articulating your emotions can be a powerful tool for personal growth, effective communication, and improved relationships. Yet, many of us struggle with identifying what we’re feeling and expressing those emotions in a healthy way. Here’s a guide to help you become more in tun...

How to Find Fat Positive Community
03/14/2025

How to Find Fat Positive Community

In a world that often promotes unrealistic body standards, finding a fat positive community can be a powerful way to embrace self-acceptance, foster supportive relationships, and combat societal stigma. These communities celebrate diverse body sizes and advocate for inclusivity, body positivity, and

Body Image in the Summer
08/19/2024

Body Image in the Summer

Summer can be a season filled with joy and relaxation, but it can also bring a surge of body image concerns. The warm weather, beach outings, and revealing clothing can intensify self-consciousness and pressure to conform to unrealistic beauty standards. If you're finding it challenging to maintain

How to Find a Fat Positive Therapist
08/19/2024

How to Find a Fat Positive Therapist

When seeking therapy, it’s essential to find a practitioner who aligns with your values and understands your unique needs. For those committed to a weight inclusive or weight neutral approach, the search can be more nuanced. Here’s what to look for to ensure your therapist is equipped to support...

Tips for a Tough Body Image Day
03/28/2024

Tips for a Tough Body Image Day

Body image can be a sensitive topic for many people, and it's not uncommon to have days where we feel less than confident about our bodies. Whether it's due to societal pressures, comparing ourselves to others, or just feeling off, experiencing a dip in body image can be challenging. However, it's i

In-Person Vs. Virtual Therapy
03/28/2024

In-Person Vs. Virtual Therapy

In recent years, the field of mental health has undergone a transformative shift, embracing technology to make therapy more accessible than ever. The traditional model of in-person psychotherapy has found a formidable counterpart in virtual therapy, challenging the notion that effective therapeutic

Finding an Eating Disorder Specialist
03/28/2024

Finding an Eating Disorder Specialist

Introduction: Embarking on the journey to recovery from an eating disorder is a courageous step, and having the right support is paramount. Finding a psychotherapist who specializes in eating disorders can be a crucial part of this process. In this post, we'll explore practical steps and considerat

Understanding The Difference Between an Eating Disorder and Disordered Eating
12/12/2023

Understanding The Difference Between an Eating Disorder and Disordered Eating

Eating habits and behaviors play a significant role in our overall health and well-being. While many people have complex relationships with food, it's essential to differentiate between two important terms: "eating disorder" and "disordered eating." Understanding these distinctio

Understanding Eating Disorders
11/06/2023

Understanding Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that affect millions of people worldwide, cutting across age, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds. These disorders often revolve around distorted perceptions of body image, food, and weight. In this blog post, we will delve into the various typ

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