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 help children, teenagers, and adults who are feeling anxious, lost, disconnected, overwhelmed, unstable, or alone. These feelings may be related to a specific season of life or could be ways that you’ve felt for a long time. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, developmental trauma, identity exploration, survivors of intimate partner abuse, life transitions, and relationship issues....
As a therapist I first begin by meeting my clients where they are. My second aim is to understand the client as a whole and not just their diagnosis/issue. I don't focus on the diagnoses/issues, i like to assist my clients in being the best version of themselves. I believe that everyone is an individual, even in sharing the same diagnosis or life issues, I strive to treat every client as an...
I am now accepting new clients for evening, morning, and afternoon appointments via Zoom. I believe that everyone has a right to be heard and experience their unique emotions in a safe space. I am prepared to create a warm and inviting space for you to explore and process complex feelings. Through collaborative relationship building and strengths-based counseling, I will support you through lif...
Are you looking for someone who has experience working with both mental health issues and Autism Spectrum Disorder/Intellectual Disabilities? A dual diagnosis leads to unique behavioral and emotional difficulties. Individual and family-focused therapy and education can help individuals improve their behavioral and emotional responses to the environment so that they can lead a more independent a...
I believe in the power of research-driven, neuroscience-based treatment because healing begins with knowing. I am a neuroscience-trained cognitive-behaviorist with a PhD in clinical psychology, and 35 years of clinical expertise in the assessment and psychotherapy for problems with PTSD, Childhood Trauma, and Addiction, for individuals and couples including veterans and active-duty military. If...
I use a holistic person-centered approach and believe each individual has the ability to find the answers within. I view therapy as a place to explore the different parts of self that contribute to the whole of a person. I love helping others find the places within that feel blocked or stuck and help them address what is needed to help clients move forward with renewed hope. I believe as one...
It is shown that 90% of individuals seeking mental health care suffer from some form of trauma, causing hardship in their life. Therefore, my specialty area is trauma therapy. I am also passionate and work closely with those whom experience anxiety, depression, relational and marriage challenges, personality disorders, OCD, ADD/ADHD, chemical dependency, parenting difficulties, self-esteem and...
Welcome! My name is Heather Swisher and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I believe that therapy should be collaborative and organic. I specialize in individual therapy for both adults and teenagers, couples therapy, and EMDR. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities and tailor treatment according to the needs of each client. It is my goal to ensure your comfort and to create a...
In addition to traditional therapy, I specialize in treating Anxiety, OCD, and associated disorders for all ages with expertise in adolescent and young adult treatment. I use evidence-based CBT and DBT concepts as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in my practice. For clients with OCD or specific anxieties or phobias, I use Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) in conjunction with oth...
Michelle Brown ( She/her/hers) is a graduate of Illinois State University and The University of Chicago. She is an advocate for those struggling with relationships, decisions, and life change. She’s also a Full Spectrum Doula. Michelle was introduced to birthwork in 2017 after experiencing her own miscarriage. It became her personal mission to help women reconnect with and better understand the...
I understand that mental health concerns can leave you feeling stuck and alone and impact the most important areas of your life. As a therapist, I am active and transparent in the therapy room, and work with you to rediscover your strengths, learn new skills, and overcome the challenges keeping you stuck. In my work, I use warmth, humor, and tailored exercises (both in-session and for homework)...
I find it effective to combine behavioral solutions with depth work. Since the unconscious ripples into all aspects of life, I have found that relational therapy addressing unconscious motives can help with most psychological difficulties. In addition to working with individuals, couples & families, I am adjunct faculty at the California Institute of Integral Studies where I teach in the Master...
Life can be difficult, and sometimes we need someone to share our thoughts with. We have all gotten to a place where we can’t avoid our painful feelings any longer, and need a safe space to sort them out. If you are having a major crisis; a phase of life problem that has lingered on too long; or somewhere in between—let’s take the time to figure things out. Depending on your level of exploratio...
As a therapist, I believe in a holistic approach to treatment that not only focuses on the psychological, but also on the physical, socio-economic, religious, and spiritual factors in one’s life. I have experience working with pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds. My clients often seek guidance in managing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and...
( English | español ) "And I said to my body. Softly. 'I want to be your friend.' It took a long breath and replied 'I have been waiting my whole life for this."Nayyirah Waheed- Have you been holding on to physical or emotional weight that you feel ready to let go of? Are you ready to reconnect with the innate wisdom of your body? It is my belief that you already possess all of the solutions to...
