Amy Crawford, LPC
People say you should love your body, but how can you love something that causes so much pain and frustration?
You put on a brave face and say everything’s fine, but there’s a lot you don’t talk about: the pain, shame, self criticism, and anxiety. It’s hard to explain it to anyone who isn’t in your skin, and you’re worried other people might not understand. Whether you’re struggling with chronic pain or illness, body image or food, anxiety, or trauma, living in your body doesn’t feel easy.
Perhaps you’re constantly scanning your body for what’s wrong, painful, or “not good enough.” Or maybe you find yourself replaying painful or traumatic memories over and over. This mental noise is there throughout your day- when you’re with your partner, kids, and friends. You wish you could be more present with the people you love.
You’ve gone around in circles trying to figure out how to feel better. You’ve tried a long list of different self care routines, diets, doctors, and maybe even therapists. You get excited, hoping this one will finally work, and then feel disappointed when it doesn’t or you can’t stick with it. It seems like no one else thinks about their body this much. You wonder, “Do they have it easier or are they just better at coping?”
You’re tired of feeling like life is passing you by. You’re ready for this to change.
You just want to enjoy your life, but instead you’re:
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thinking about food, exercise, or your health
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worrying you’ll only be accepted if you look a certain way
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comparing yourself to others
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grieving the fun you’ve missed out on
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reliving painful or traumatic memories
Being a woman in this world is hard, especially when you feel disconnected from your own body. If you’re at odds with your body, I believe there is a good reason for that.
HI, I'M AMY.
I’m an IFS therapist who helps women and teen girls relate to their bodies differently. In our sessions, whatever you’re holding is welcome. I’m here to listen without judgment and guide you in getting to know different parts of yourself. We make sense of the pain together so that you feel more calm and empowered. Our work together offers you a different experience of yourself and your body. One that feels more like home.
Issues I work with:
Reclaim your body, your life and yourself.
Click the button below to schedule your free 20 minute phone or video appointment. On this call, we can discuss what’s bringing you to therapy and I’ll answer any questions you have about working together. If you feel like we’re the right fit, we’ll schedule our first appointment. If it’s not a good fit, I’ll send you some thoughtful referrals. I am based in Virginia Beach and see clients virtually across Virginia and Florida. I can’t wait to meet you!
Reclaim your body, your life and yourself.
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Reach Out
Schedule your free 20 minute video appointment. On this call, we can discuss what’s bringing you to therapy and I’ll answer any questions you have about working together. If you feel like we’re the right fit, we’ll schedule our first session.
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Work With Me
In weekly or biweekly sessions, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on you. We’ll look at the experiences, stress, or messages that have shaped how you see and treat your body. Instead of trying to “fix” your body, we’ll focus on understanding it.
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Feel the Difference
As our work deepens, you’ll notice a gradual shift. As your critical voice gets quieter, the inner battle begins to soften. You start to trust yourself more, and you're more in touch with what you need. You have more space for joy, fun, and connection with the people you care about.