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
Sometimes we need to look at life from a different perspective, and Sandtray Therapy allows for just that. Using symbols and a sand tray, you can create a visual representation of your inner workings to explore cognitively and emotionally. Similar to how a smell, song, or dream might trigger feelings, connections, and memories beyond your current awareness. Symbol Work is directly linked to you...
Hi, and welcome! We’re all meant to live a life of deep expression, fulfillment and freedom, but sometimes need a little help. Together, we will strive not only to manage symptoms but to understand the root cause. We will explore aspects such as the past and present, cognitive/behavioral patterns, and deeper internalized messages to cultivate actual life-long and sustainable change. We will aim...
Soraya Mortimer MA, LMFT- Intern, ASAT has been a therapist at the DeLugach group, LLC, since 2015. She has received a master’s degree in Marriage Family Couples Counseling from Lewis and Clark 2016 with the specialized track in sex therapy. She received her bachelor's degree at the Naropa University where she majored in contemplative psychology with a concentration in transpersonal psychology ...
I’m passionate about helping individuals reach their maximum potential. There are many life stressors and situations that can present challenges. I’m humbled and honored to be gifted the opportunity to walk alongside you as you work towards healing and recovery through various life transitions. My specialty is working with individuals and families of individuals who struggle with addiction. I a...
You will reach out to me because there is something in your life that feels wrong, or an event that you don't feel equipped to cope with. Perhaps you have a long-term concern that you finally want to come to terms with. We will look at the circumstances that brought you to this point, and together we will build on your strengths and work towards goals that are manageable for you.It takes courag...
Even at our most vulnerable, we move toward healing and growth. That's part of why you're reading this right now! Therapy can help you build on the strengths you already have, and help you learn new skills to make changes and find relief. Recovery is a complex & dynamic process, and it's normal to need support as you move through it. Whether you are totally new to counseling, or have been in...
If you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck, are struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, body image, or are having difficulties in your relationships, my therapy practice may be the right fit for you. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a non-judgmental space to get to know yourself better and achieve sustainable change. My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, approachable, and...
Struggle is a part of life and as such, allowing ourselves to seek help is a valuable life skill. If you are losing sleep with anxiety, depression, major life decisions or transitions, or have experienced trauma or loss, I can help. You do not have to live these experiences alone. These are times that can define us as individuals, but we can chose how. Be moved to begin the healing process and...
I believe in helping individuals discover their own strengths and truths about themselves in order to address any issues they are experiencing. Everyone has a desire to be loved and accepted as well as a need to discover their own purpose in life. This discovery often promotes motivation and goal setting to assist with growing deeper within oneself and relationally with others. I love to see...
My approach to therapy is collaborative and relational. While woundings often occur in relationship, I also believe that healing happens in relationship. In navigating life woundings, we join together as a team to create safety, security, and trust in order to understand what brought you into the therapy. A firm believer in the power of discovering one’s own voice and core identity, my hope is...
Do you feel overly stressed with life and its affiliated tasks? Are you at a point where you feel hopeless, anxious, and isolated amongst your struggles? Are you from the LGBTQ community, struggling with self-acceptance and acceptance from others? Is it hard to identify your true self? You may be feeling lost and unable to rid yourself of these consuming, distressed thoughts. You want to start...
I offer therapy services to women and men from all backgrounds, races and gender identities who wish to recover from patterns that are causing distress both internally and in relationships. Both individual and couple therapy is available as well as services for adolescents and young adults. Treatment for anxiety, depression and trauma is offered. Increased self knowledge is nourished and...
The clients who trust me with their healing come with varied concerns. While some clients' treatment are centered on a specific mental health condition such as a mood and affective disorder, social anxiety, panic disorder, binge eating, somatic pain, other clients might need help sorting through life and career transitions, ending a relationship or visiting family for the holiday. A client who ...
It takes more than simply focusing on the mind to help us heal. This is why I use a holistic, mind-body-spirit focused approach to my therapy and holistic health coaching. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to help you create new pathways for growth, meaning, self-compassion and a better understanding of your life experience. I believe we all possess the strength to overcome lif...
