Body Image Support Group
6-Week Group Support; Enroll Today!
Led by Aisha Joseph and Courtney Matel
Are you ready to break free from society’s narrow beauty standards and embrace a healthier, more compassionate relationship with your body? This transformative six-week Body Image Support Group offers an inclusive and empowering space to explore the challenges many face in accepting their bodies and achieving true wellness. Together, we will challenge weight-centric health models and dive deep into the Health At Every Size (HAES) principles, shifting focus from weight to holistic health.
You’ll learn how to tune into your body’s natural rhythms with intuitive eating, reclaim your sense of body positivity, and unpack the societal pressures that distort your self-image. By the end of our group, you’ll have actionable strategies to reject harmful standards, embrace your authentic self, and cultivate a mindset of self-compassion and empowerment that supports both your mental and physical well-being.
When: Monday's 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dates: February 17, February 24, March 3, March 10, March 17, March 24
Where: Charlotte Women's Counseling; 1800 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203
Details: $60 weekly group fee to join. FSA/HSA accepted. Enroll today using the Registration Form. $60 deposit will be taken at time of registration to be applied to the first week's Group Fee. Deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another service at Charlotte Women's Counseling with approval.
Weekly Themes & Topics:
Week 1 – Welcome! Aisha and Courtney will share what to expect as a participant, and set goals together as a group.
Week 2 – Health At Every Size (HAES) : We’ll introduce the HAES model, discussing ways to approach size acceptance, body positivity, and dismantle weight-centric thinking.
Week 3 – Health At Every Size (HAES): We’ll expand on the 5 principles of the HAES model: Weight inclusivity, health enhancement, respectful care, eating for well-being, and life-enhancement movement.
Week 4 – Intuitive Eating: Learn how to listen to your body’s natural rhythms and nutritional needs with intuitive eating. We’ll have a dietician joining us as a guest speaker!
Week 5 – Unpacking Body Image: Addressing Systemic Injustice and Harm: Explore the systemic factors that shape our perceptions of body image, including societal beauty standards, media representation, and cultural expectations.
Week 6 – Social Media Practices and Farewell: Learn strategies for fostering a healthier relationship with social media, including setting boundaries, curating positive content, and developing empowering practices to nurture your body image in the digital age.
Enroll Today using the Registration Form!