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
I understand that you are facing some of the deepest pain you have known, and I admire the courage it takes to begin this walk. The work of healing is not one of perfection, but one of transformation. You do not have to do this work alone. I am passionate about helping individuals heal from the wounds they carry to live a more connected and enriching life. In my clinical work over the past 10...
Life challenges can bring drastic changes to people’s lives. Such crucial changes can negatively impact their state of mind, sense of self, and behavior toward their loved ones. I strive to help individuals and families overcome adversity and maintain optimal mental wellness. I work to provides clients with professional support in dealing with important life events, while ensuring their mental...
I specialize in working with children and adolescents. I treat a wide variety of mental health concerns, with expertise in working with challenging and difficult to treat youth with a broad range of complex emotional and behavioral issues, including mood, anxiety, anger, defiance, ADHD, trauma, self-harm, and substance use. I also specialize in working with young adults and adults struggling wi...
Life brings plenty of hardship and pain; experiences that can cause us to feel like we're alone and living in darkness. It takes courage to reach out and ask for help and I am excited to help you on your path to healing. I believe everyone has a story worth sharing and something important to offer this world and I look forward to helping you discover that. Together we can create a safe and...
“Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise.” [V. Hugo] Are you feeling overwhelmed by the effects of trauma, by challenging circumstances, or just feeling stuck in life? Do you have a hard time putting your feelings in words? People often tell me I have natural gift for connecting with others, and that they find themselves able to open up to me about their most difficult hardships a...
Would you describe yourself as lonely? Do you have people in your life that truly get you? By addressing these concerns, your relationships can change for the better. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor whose own life was transformed by therapy. I worked in the film industry before changing tracks towards a more meaningful career in the field of mental health. I graduated from Northwestern...
I am so excited to offer both counseling and clinical supervision services within my practice. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist. I have worked extensively in community behavioral health settings and have a wealth of experience to share with licensee's. I believe that people are resilient and that being alongside a person through their own individual journey is a sacred honor. I...
Have you or your child experienced a recent life transition? Are you depressed, sad, irritable, anxious, or stressed because of it? I provide support to adolescents and adults going through common but difficult life transitions. This includes marriage/divorce, child birth, blended families, career changes, school problems, or loss of relationships or loved ones. I would like to help you and/or...
I work with adolescents and adults who have survived trauma, are experiencing grief, anxiety, isolation, depression, disordered eating, social anxiety, kids with attachment problems, and adolescents exhibiting difficulty dealing with authority, delinquent behaviors, or problems at school. My specialties are adolescents (ages 10+) and adults of all ages, including elders. My mission is your...
"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you." --Maya Angelou. Therapy can be intimidating, and it takes great strength to make that first appointment. I am here to support you as best I can as you work toward healing and renewal. As your therapist, I will journey with you through the intense challenges and joys that life brings, and hopefully we will find some space for...
As a clinician, I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults who have anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, and learning disabilities. I find joy in helping my clients set goals and acquire skills to help them deal with their unique challenges. I have a passion for working with parents on enhancing their parenting skills by helping them understand their child’s developme...
Do your worries seem endless? Are you struggling to find a sense of inner peace and calm? Life can be extremely overwhelming. It is my hope to support you as you tackle life’s hardships. For over ten years, I have had the privilege of treating individuals, families, and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, infertility, and countless other challenges. Regardless of w...
Many of our clients grew up experiencing secrecy, addiction, guilt, blame and shame. It doesn’t have to be this way. Even if things have gone a certain way in your family, you can do it differently. You’re the creator of your story and the CEO of your life. It’s not easy, but it’s possible to become the best version of you. If you can see it in your mind, it can become your reality. Personal...
Parents develop strategies in my office to minimize family conflicts, cope with difficult situations, and manage disruptive or risky behavior in their kids and teens. Every family is different, and I assist them in creating and implementing a workable approach to meet their specific circumstances. Family counseling will give you a greater understanding of why things feel so hard, why your kid i...
Working with a psychotherapist in individual therapy can be the key in generating positive change and real growth. Devoted to providing therapy to individuals, couples and families of all ages and populations, I have numerous years of experience in a variety of settings including private practices in the Northern VA area, substance abuse treatment centers and most recently, the Fairfax-Falls...
