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
Hello! During this current public health crisis I am providing therapy through the Institute for Girls’ Development's secure online platform. You may have noticed that anxiety, depression and big feelings may be coming up more for you and your loved ones. As a specialist in working with anxiety, depression and stress, I am here to provide a space to process, get creative, help you and your fami...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist offering depth psychotherapy for adults and older adolescents as well as couples therapy. I am dedicated to working collaboratively with my clients, with the goal of generating personal growth and lasting change. We begin with an exploration of symptoms and initial problems, then widening therapy to include the history of major life attachments, sense of se...
***Openings available Mon & Tues*** Weeks, months, or possibly years pass while ignoring a nagging sensation in our minds/bodies. The sensation is communicating to us that something is not right. When we listen, we might notice a few things. In our work, we might feel overwhelmed, dissatisfied, or worthless. In our day-to-day life, we might feel irritated, guilty, or uncertain. Maybe we notice...
Reaching out for guidance and therapy can be difficult and scary, but it is a brave first step toward receiving help. I strive to create a warm, genuine, open, supportive, safe, and empathetic therapeutic environment. My goal is to create hope in the client. This type of environment allows me to hear your story and work alongside you to create a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs ...
Dr. Zlatkin is a Psychologist who provides therapy and evaluation/testing services to adolescents, adults, and seniors. She is a part of the Comprehensive MedPsych Systems (CMPS) team, a private interdisciplinary behavioral health practice that offers a broad range individualized and empirically-based psychiatric, evaluation, and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, adults, and...
I have a question for you. Have you ever realized how much energy you have? Not physical energy, I'm talking about your emotional energy. Specifically, YOUR emotional currency. Emotional currency can't be generated easily. It is the most important thing in your possession at all times. And if you are not careful, you will allow people and things to exploit your vulnerabilities, which results in...
You want someone who gets you, who can put words to things you’ve been feeling, who will accept you as you are without judgment, and yet hold you accountable to your higher self, your greater good. You want to feel okay again. Safe. You want to thrive! I know the power of coming home to the body. Our bodies hold our truths. Tuning in, slowing down, allowing them to speak helps us align to who w...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! Thank you for taking your first step in your therapeutic healing journey with me! I will provide a holistic approach to therapy and it will be delivered in a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental manner. Therapy is not a one size fits all and I prefer to use an eclectic approach. Some therapeutic approaches I use include, but are not limited to: solution focused therapy,...
Those seeking assistance from a licensed professional with extensive experience in trauma, eating disorders, addiction, anxiety or major life changes would benefit from the support I provide during their journey toward healing and self-discovery. I like to think of the client-therapist relationship as a team where we work together during our sessions to move through current struggles and improv...
Shannon Theobald's clinical counseling experience includes working with trauma, addiction, grief & loss, eating disorders, mental illness, & betrayal trauma. She also works with clients that have dual diagnoses. Using a relational, yet person-centered approach, she helps families and couples reconnect and build healthier communication and behaviors with each other. Shannon is also skill...
I work with individuals with a wide-range of concerns including anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, childhood injuries with attachment figures, and parenting challenges. My life experiences help me to be sensitive to cultural and developmental variables. When you work with me, I always consider your goals and will work collaboratively on treatment plans. I have experiences in...
What is it that you desire? Are you looking for greater self-awareness, more rewarding relationships, resolution of difficulties from your past? With gentle curiosity we can help you learn new ways to access your authentic strength, tenderness, resilience, and pleasure. Therapy is a compassionate, nonjudgemental space where we can deepen into trust and connection to explore what may be holding ...
Please contact me directly at 215-667-1639 for the quickest response. Are you feeling anxious and overwhelmed about your health conditions and the aging process? Are you experiencing hurdles that hold you back from your true spirit and a healthier you? Are you and your primary care doctor considering medications to deal with some of these issues or do you want alternatives? I am a seasoned...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and utilize other evidenced-based treatments, such as Mindfulness-Based Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help set and achieve positive goals for you and your family. Overall, I work from an Adlerian based lens since I believe the family system is the most influential relationship. I have...
*Accepting New Clients - Email for more information* - Social justice advocate passionate about racial and sexual minority mental health issues. I have multiple years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults within a school or clinical setting. Over the years, I have supported clients experiencing anxiety, depression, gender and identity exploration, grief and loss, body ima...
