Anorexia is not eating food and a fear of gaining weight. Bulimia is purging foods after having eaten for fear of gaining weight. Both these and other eating disorders are extremely dangerous and have some of the highest morbidity rates of any mental illness.
There are residential or inpatient programs for those experiencing eating disorders to reside in a more controlled environment during their recovery.
Treatment for an eating disorder will address symptoms, medical consequences, and all factors that contribute to or maintain the eating disorder. Typically treatment will be provided by a treatment team and consist of psychotherapy and nutrition counseling while also addressing any co-occurring mental health or medical issues related to the eating disorder.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Eating Disorders
*NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* As a therapist, I believe that authenticity and the therapeutic relationship are invaluable. I believe that therapy will not work if there is not a strong therapeutic alliance. I tend to be a laid-back, compassionate clinician who values humor in session, but I am also not afraid to challenge you and be direct. I believe each individual is unique, therefore...
Dr. Brandon Williams is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides assessments and therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Williams has expertise in the assessment of general psychological, private school entrance testing, attachment and bonding, substance abuse, pre-bariatric surgery, parental fitness, and worker’s comp evaluations. Dr. Williams provides therapy to...
Adam Silberstein, Psy.D is a licensed clinical psychologist and has been working in the mental health field since 1994. Dr. Silberstein has extensive experience working with a broad range of populations. He has a private practice in West Los Angeles and Tarzana, working with adolescents and adults with chemical dependency and process addictions, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders. Over th...
In life, when we deal with difficult relationships or challenging environments that are toxic, judgmental, or aggressive, it causes negative symptoms in ourselves. Many people live and work in negative environments that Jamie Lynn can help you manage and overcome. During your time with her, Jamie Lynn’s approach is to provide you with the basic human rights everyone deserves: caring, open,...
People who seek therapy are the sanest of us all. They look around at their lives and they realize that they want something better and they have the courage to go out and get it. I help people to realize their own strengths and their own solutions that fit their specific, individual needs. If your idea of the ideal therapeutic situation is akin to a good conversation on a porch with a glass of...
I began my professional journey as a young adult working in various settings with people struggling to make better choices. As I worked with individuals from widely diverse backgrounds and walks of life, I began to appreciate the power of one hand reaching out. I became profoundly aware that most people are able to build a more fulfilling life, not because of good advice, but because another...
The journey through life is often challenging and sometimes we get stuck and don’t know how to move forward. My job is to help you get unstuck by offering a helping hand and an objective perspective on your "stuckness". I believe that it is a privilege to walk with you as you journey through the challenges of life. I started my own journey into the mental health field because of my struggles wh...
How do you feel about seeking help, especially for your mental and emotional health? Do you think it’s a sign of weakness? As a psychologist, I see it as a sign of strength, courage, self-awareness and maturity. I work with my clients to identify what they’re needing in order for them to improve their lives. I help people find the ways to change and experience personal growth and healing. I...
There are times in life when we can feel overwhelmed. During this time, we may need to find a place of support. I work with both individuals and couples. Our work focuses on changing co-dependent behaviors, creating healthier coping skills, and having better communication. My style is interactive, supportive, and empathetic. My approach is Person Centered and Psychodynamic. Counseling is a...
I have a passion to help individuals who have experienced trauma of human trafficking victimization to help them heal through surviving & eventually thriving in a meaningful life they desire to maintain. I offer a safe space to heal & not be judged while building self worth & work through other areas of trauma endured & been exposed to. I am huge on recognizing a person's strengths & empowering...
I work primarily with children, teenagers, and young adults (college students) who struggle with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, developmental disorders (such as Autism), ADHD, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders, and general stress due to life transitions. I have experience working with victims of abuse, and with foster children. I also work with parents who are...
We are all living through scary and intense times. Are you struggling with adjusting to life in-doors? Do you have children that are out of school, and you're not as calm and patient as your were before? Are your children overwhelmed and anxious/sad about missing their friends? Maybe you are worried about your community or the state of the world. Maybe you have always felt a little uneasy, but ...
Our inner worlds are complex and influenced by a myriad of ever changing experiences, relationships and circumstances. Some of these factors highjack our security in who we are, the relationships we're in and limit our ability to authentically participate in our own lives. Therapy is an invitation into your own story in a way that deepens your imagination for who you are in the world. Developin...
The process of therapy is one of self exploration and self discovery. Many of my clients seek therapy during life transitions or when experiencing relationship challenges. Some suffer from lack of self confidence, or are plagued by anxiety without an understanding of its cause. Through our work together I help people gain insight and understanding about the problems they’re encountering and bec...
