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
We often hold on to thoughts and feelings that seem too overwhelming to talk about. This is a space that welcomes all that you may be keeping inside. There is relief in finally being able to sit down and say whatever is on your mind. I am here to listen. I offer sessions that are purely verbal psychotherapy, as well as sessions that integrate talk therapy and art therapy. Art therapy promotes a...
I created Amherst Family Counseling in the hope of better serving the families in our community by offering the highest quality of mental health care in a timely manner and comfortable setting. I empower my clients to break free from old patterns to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. I work with individuals ages 6 and up and families on a variety of issues ranging from managing stress and anxie...
I believe that the counseling process is a sacred space where I’m given the honor of walking with clients through whatever brings them into my office. I love empowering and supporting clients in their journey by offering safety, trust and compassion. I will often pull from various resources and approaches to fit client’s unique experiences and needs, and I love integrating faith, creativity and...
Are you experiencing burnout in your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed with life's challenges? Let me help you. My therapeutic approach helps you to be more aware of your fears, resentments, anger, anxiety, negative thoughts, and undesirable habits. On the next step, I will assist you to overcome all these challenges. On every level, this process improves your relationships with family,...
I believe strongly in the power of positive affirmations/positive psychology and the power of being able to make choices in our lives. I use an eclectic approach, client-centered, evidence-based and trauma-informed counseling techniques when helping my clients through their journey. My background has granted me the ability to work with diversity in clients and diverse communities. I enjoy worki...
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!** My approach to counseling varies as do not believe that there is a “one size fits all”, cookie cutter approach to counseling. Each and every client has different needs, strengths, and backgrounds. Therefore, it is important to tailor counseling approaches to each client. I tend to focus on client strengths and abilities as much as possible. Empowering my clients is...
I like to develop a treatment plan with the help of my client based on their individual goals and preferences with the guidance of what the current research shows is the best evidenced-based treatment for the presenting issue. In using a collaborative approach and working together we will be able to utilize your strengths to develop a treatment plan and goals that best fit your needs. I believe...
Are you tired of feeling depressed, anxious and need a change? I offer a safe atmosphere for children, teens, and adults struggling with life challenges, trauma, mental illness, self-esteem, & strained family/couple dynamics. I can help you explore emotions and overcome your struggles! I use approaches including: cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered, family systems, meditation, and...
Sometimes our emotions are incredibly difficult to listen to. They are always speaking to us, like messengers trying to relay information, but often there are blockages that keep us from trusting our emotions, or knowing how to truly listen to them. We can quickly talk ourselves out of things that somewhere deep down, we KNOW to be true. I want to help you by providing an environment where all ...
*Not accepting any new clients at this time* I offer an Afrocentric view of psychotherapy coupled with honesty, humor and compassion. I believe in the potential to coexist with the events of past, while fueling towards the future. Bruised Not Broken Therapy was born from the lack of Afrocentric based psychotherapy that allowed people of color to embrace their journey of life through the context...
I have worked as a trauma informed therapist for over 6 years. I specialize in adolescents and adults who face various mental health and identity development challenges. I am a grounded, honest, compassionate and well-rounded clinician. I tailor my approach to fit my clients’ specific goals and incorporate various techniques, which include: psychodynamic, relational, inter-subjective, DBT/CBT,...
Getting started can be the hardest part! Let me help you navigate the barriers that have prevented you or your family from the life you’ve imagined. I create a safe environment so you or your child can feel comfortable making these changes. I utilize a collaborative approach with my clients because I feel it is important to blend my therapeutic knowledge with your personal motivations. I believ...
As a Licensed Professional Counselor my goal is to enrich and improve the lives of every client. We can all encounter obstacles on our journey through life and I will help you overcome the obstacles that are preventing you from living the life you deserve. No problem is too great or too small and I will create a safe, judgement free atmosphere to overcome what life has currently placed in your...
Bilingual individual, couples and family/marriage counseling services provided in a systemic solution focused approach. Experiencing difficulties and overcoming challenges sometimes becomes overwhelming-and at times a helping hand is instrumental to serve as a guide or support during troubling times. As a bilingual therapist, I offer counseling services to Spanish, English and bilingual speaker...
We all need extra support and help at times. When anxiety, stress, and life transitions affect our ability to cope how we would like, can be those times. My extensive experience working with all ages gifts me with knowledge, compassion and a deep respect for people's challenges and their ability to overcome them. I am a licensed clinical social worker and also have a Masters degree in Art Thera...
