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
Great therapy transforms you. It changes your mindset, soothes your pain, and helps you approach life in a healthier way. In my office, therapy is tailored to YOU – your goals, your pace, your needs, your concerns – and intended to empower you to create your best life. While I use lots of clinical tools (EMDR, CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, mindfulness, assessment), the best therapy happens...
Diamond Recovery offers individualized, group and family therapy to clients struggling with trauma, addictions, and emotional and interpersonal challenges. We provide affirmative care while addressing your individual needs. Through a combination of individual trauma therapy, family and couples therapy work, and skills-based mindfulness and experiential learning group therapy, we provide you wit...
Typical issues I work with include: Addiction, Anxiety, Adjustment issues, Depression, Domestic Violence/Abuse, Eating Disorders, Family Counseling, Grief and Loss, SIgnificant Life Changes, Trauma, and Relational Issues. I have practiced in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. I have a certificate in perinat...
I specialize in working with new families in transition, whether women negotiating the challenges of motherhood, men dealing with the stress of parenthood, or partners finding new ways to connect after starting a family. I help individuals and families deal with these transitions, sleep challenges, role shifting, and more. I help families understand children's behavior through movement observat...
Thrive Therapy Space was designed specifically for therapists/counselors, as a place of Community, Connection and Collaboration. Basically, we've created a safe and warm and welcoming space for therapists, so they can create a safe and warm and welcoming space for YOU! Thrive's VALUES are to be: –supportive and positive, –safe and non judgmental, – emotionally healthy, –mindful. We STRIVE TO:...
Matthew Weddington is a licensed professional clinical counselor with dual master's degrees in school counseling and clinical mental health counseling. His passion resides in integrating evidenced-based treatment modalities with a strong emphasis on the mind-body connection. He is experienced in school, outpatient and inpatient treatment settings and has worked extensively with children,...
Psychotherapy can promote a stronger understanding and connection to oneself that will help us navigate life with improved insight and freedom. I provide a safe, non judgmental space to express feelings, explore and make meaning of past and present experiences, and work together to develop tools to foster this growth. My therapeutic style is warm, strongly rooted in evidence based approaches an...
I am passionate about working with individuals experiencing: depression, anxiety, young adult transitions, and relationship issues. Creating a safe space for people to reflect on their lives and work towards their goals is sacred and a privilege. Often coming into therapy is a difficult step. I am honored to walk alongside people who are searching and willing to take the next step towards heali...
Are you ready for more vitality and calm in your life? Through our work together, you can access sustaining energy, hope, and joy. I will support you in developing deeper empathy and compassion for yourself, while turning towards and addressing the pain points in your life. I work with adults and couples in healing childhood and other traumas, relationship and sexual concerns, and unhealthy cop...
I believe in a mind/body connection and in treating the whole person. I believe healthy relationships are key to optimal functioning and happiness. I wish to continue working with a wide variety of people in relation to age, sex, educational level, economic status, and presenting problems. I seek to work with honest, curious individuals who hope to better themselves and want to experience all t...
Dominique Sansbury is a nationally certified and licensed graduate professional counselor. She earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology – Washington, DC, and a master’s in Nutrition Education from American University. I believe healing is a process that has many stages such as alleviating symptoms of emotional distress...
You may be are reading this because you are struggling, perhaps you have tried everything you can think of to feel better, to solve your problems, or to make things right and nothing seems to turn out in the way you expect. Life can be very challenging and sometimes very painful. Relationships can also be difficult and it’s easy to become stuck–unsure of exactly how you got to where you are and...
I believe everyone is capable of growth and healing if they are provided sufficient encouragement, support, and effective strategies. My therapeutic style involves learning the important life stories of my clients, and allowing them to identify and communicate their unique needs and concerns. Clients may be interested in discovering more about themselves, seeking to improve interpersonal...
Virginia Gilpin is a licensed professional clinical counselor and licensed professional art therapist who earned her master's degree in counseling from the University of Louisville. She has provided therapy for all ages in a variety of settings including inpatient, private practice, community mental health and in-home therapeutic foster care. Her therapeutic approaches include art therapy,...
Are you ready to make a change in your life? Asking for help can be a scary thing, and it takes a tremendous amount of courage. But this simple thing can lead you to a lifetime of fulfillment. I have experienced first hand the emotional challenges life has to offer. By working together, we can create understanding and develop solutions that will help you regain control of your life. Whatever li...
