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
Clients who seek out my help are motivated to explore some of life’s hard questions and experiences and to figure out how to make meaning out of whatever they are struggling with. I work with people who have experienced violent loss, people who have encountered vicarious trauma and losses in their work of helping others (for example, people in the fields of law, medicine, education, social...
Everyone needs support at times of transition and stress. These situations may be varied, from relationship difficulties, to illness, to the death of someone important. Or you might be in a place of wanting to have a deeper, more connected understanding of yourself. Whatever brings you to therapy, I am here to gently support you while also playing an engaged role in our time together. I believe...
"We are born in relationship. We grow in relationship. We are wounded in relationship. And we are healed in relationship." - Harville Hendrix. My philosophy for counseling is to help my clients feel heard, grow in self-awareness and compassion, and heal from adversity life throws at them. As physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual beings, my goal is to come alongside you as we work together...
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-R) and have been practicing for 24 years. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I try to make my clients feel a sense of comfort in our sessions, which enables them to maximize their personal growth and improve their emotional well-being. I am able to develop trusting relationships with my clients, empowering them to make positive...
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) experience treating adults and adolescents. I am a behaviorist at heart, although pull from my training in CBT, DBT, Exposure and Motivational Interviewing to help my client. I have expertise in providing treatment relating to stress, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationships, emotional regulation, social skills, and issues surrounding sexuality...
Creating a space where you feel heard and understood is my priority. Employing humility and humor throughout sessions allows me to be flexible when helping you to strengthen your inner resources. I have been trained in a variety of therapeutic models and offer thoughtfully tailored sessions for children, adults, and families who are struggling with various challenges and specialize in...
Pamela Thompson, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor/psychotherapist who specializes in treating children, young adults, and families. Pamela works with clients to identify dysfunctional patterns in relationships, develop effective coping strategies, and to assist clients in reaching their therapy goals using cognitive behavioral therapy. In the last 4 years, she has worked extensively wi...
I am grateful to have had the experience in working with individuals that are struggling with life stressors, anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, relationship issues, family support, and self-injurious behavior. I also have had the opportunity to work with couples, children/adolescence, young adults, and older adults. I am an LPC-Intern and I want to acknowledge the courage that you are...
( English | español ) At times things become difficult, life doesn't have the same joy that it used to, kids are not behaving as they have been raised to behave, learning has become difficult, and things just don't seem going as you would like it. I am a counselor that will walk with you in this journey and aid you to feel more empowered. Graduated from Southern Methodist University. Trained an...
Welcome! Chances are, if you're coming to this page you're struggling with something. Making that first step to see a therapist takes a lot of courage and shows a ton of strength. It is my belief that we all need support and a safe place to process and grow. Creating that space and working with you to understand and grow through this time, is an honor for me. I love working with families, coupl...
My passion is helping people live their best lives. I enjoy helping people learn to relax, cope with challenges in a healthy way, and enjoy life. Most of the discomfort we experience is due to our own thoughts. I help individuals identify maladaptive thoughts and behaviors as well as past experiences that are continuing to affect them today. I am also a trained yoga instructor and I help...
"I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way, things I had no words for." - Georgia O'Keefe. Are you looking for a way to express & process your past experiences or current life circumstances? As a survivor of childhood sexual assault & trauma, I began my own healing journey more than 18 years ago. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I discovered...
As people, we all continue to grow and learn throughout our lifetime. Counseling is just that, growing and learning more about yourself and how you relate to others and the world. If you don't know who you are, I would love to explore that with you. I am a strong believer in equality and in affirming who you are; your values and beliefs. I believe in celebrating and honoring our differences....
As a parent, you want your children and teens to make good decisions, feel safe and secure, create/maintain positive friendships, and learn strong problem-solving skills. Parents often contact North Shore Family Services when their child is misbehaving at home or at school, not listening, having meltdowns, showing signs of anxiety, or struggling to make connections with peers. I give you and th...
I approach all clients from a person-centered perspective and believe that every individual is unique and valuable. I choose to use an integrative approach where I enlist elements of CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Art therapy, Play therapy and Sand tray. I have worked with adults, children, and adolescents in both individual and family settings. I love working with people from all...
