Eating Disorders Therapists in Gold River, CA
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Jenn Harrington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gold River, CA 95670 (Online Only)
History of working with people of all ages with trauma, eating disorders, substance use/abuse issues, PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life you want to celebrate. I will teach you how to give yourself permission to hold acceptance, confidence, and pride of your genuine self. While we can’t change difficult situations in the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your present life that keep you from moving forward. If you’re looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
History of working with people of all ages with trauma, eating disorders, substance use/abuse issues, PTSD, anxiety, and depression.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life you want to celebrate. I will teach you how to give yourself permission to hold acceptance, confidence, and pride of your genuine self. While we can’t change difficult situations in the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your present life that keep you from moving forward. If you’re looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
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Elizabeth Reyes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gold River, CA 95670
I believe each person’s journey of growth and healing is unique. I am passionate about empowering individuals through complex life experiences and unlocking their resilience. I’ve had the opportunity to work with folks of various ages from young childhood to adulthood in individual, family, and group therapy. I’ve worked with a range of mental health and life challenges related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, eating disorders, mood disorders, and family dynamics.
I believe each person’s journey of growth and healing is unique. I am passionate about empowering individuals through complex life experiences and unlocking their resilience. I’ve had the opportunity to work with folks of various ages from young childhood to adulthood in individual, family, and group therapy. I’ve worked with a range of mental health and life challenges related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, eating disorders, mood disorders, and family dynamics.
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Emotional/Entitled?
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Clinica, Social, Work, Therapi, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gold River, CA 95670
I have treated all forms of mental illness including depression, Suicidal Ideation, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, Conduct Problems, Couple Counseling, Substance Abuse, and Domestic Violence.
Are there days when you feel like a failure, let yourself down? Or your family down?, trouble concentrating, thoughts that you would be better off dead or of hurting yourself in some way? Is it hard for you to get out of bed or your home? Go to school or work? Get along with others? Relationship/marriage problems? Are you a worrier?
I have treated all forms of mental illness including depression, Suicidal Ideation, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, Conduct Problems, Couple Counseling, Substance Abuse, and Domestic Violence.
Are there days when you feel like a failure, let yourself down? Or your family down?, trouble concentrating, thoughts that you would be better off dead or of hurting yourself in some way? Is it hard for you to get out of bed or your home? Go to school or work? Get along with others? Relationship/marriage problems? Are you a worrier?
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My approach assumes that my clients are the best judges of what they need, that significant and lasting change can take place in every session, and that anyone can learn ways to create a more productive, purposeful, and passionate life. I love collaborating with my clients in creating and sustaining the changes they wish to make and surprising them with how quickly and deeply these changes can manifest. I have a broad range of experience with challenges clients may face, and have in-depth experience with trauma, teens, men's issues, and challenge of creating purpose and meaning.
My approach assumes that my clients are the best judges of what they need, that significant and lasting change can take place in every session, and that anyone can learn ways to create a more productive, purposeful, and passionate life. I love collaborating with my clients in creating and sustaining the changes they wish to make and surprising them with how quickly and deeply these changes can manifest. I have a broad range of experience with challenges clients may face, and have in-depth experience with trauma, teens, men's issues, and challenge of creating purpose and meaning.
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"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself as I am then I can change." - Dr. Carl Rogers. We emphasize to every person who comes through our door that they are the experts in their care. We provide the space and proper conditions to help this person live their life to their fullest potential.
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself as I am then I can change." - Dr. Carl Rogers. We emphasize to every person who comes through our door that they are the experts in their care. We provide the space and proper conditions to help this person live their life to their fullest potential.
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Life Can be Hard, Don't do it Alone. I can help! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, and mood swings beyond your control? Are you struggling to maintain normality because you hear and see things that other people don't? Are you coming from a troubled past, and or from broken family relations? Reach out to me, I will understand! I am a supervised internship therapist with 10+ years of working with various issues, populations, and situations to empower you to live your best life! I look forward to hearing from you!
Life Can be Hard, Don't do it Alone. I can help! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, and mood swings beyond your control? Are you struggling to maintain normality because you hear and see things that other people don't? Are you coming from a troubled past, and or from broken family relations? Reach out to me, I will understand! I am a supervised internship therapist with 10+ years of working with various issues, populations, and situations to empower you to live your best life! I look forward to hearing from you!
Eileen Degruccio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Gold River, CA 95670 (Online Only)
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist in private practice for nearly 30 years, with a breadth of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I work with those who are looking for change in their lives. I enjoy meeting with clients and helping them discover the peace and happiness they desire and deserve. Change is hard & takes courage to even admit we need to change. A person has to be willing take the risk to change in order to grow. That is when a person will benefit the most from therapy. That is what therapy is about......Growth!
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist in private practice for nearly 30 years, with a breadth of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I work with those who are looking for change in their lives. I enjoy meeting with clients and helping them discover the peace and happiness they desire and deserve. Change is hard & takes courage to even admit we need to change. A person has to be willing take the risk to change in order to grow. That is when a person will benefit the most from therapy. That is what therapy is about......Growth!
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Therapy offers a space for individuals to explore their past, present and future self. Your story matters. The more we try to hide, keep quiet or ignore our journey the harder it seems to find out what truly matters to us. Therapy can often be the last resort for many individuals and families suffering. I'd love for it to be the first option to a path of fulfillment. I still remember my first therapy session, the relief I felt when the therapist normalized my experience. It felt as if a weight had been lifted. A weight I carried for too long. I'd love to be the person who can offer relief and support to you and your loved ones.
Therapy offers a space for individuals to explore their past, present and future self. Your story matters. The more we try to hide, keep quiet or ignore our journey the harder it seems to find out what truly matters to us. Therapy can often be the last resort for many individuals and families suffering. I'd love for it to be the first option to a path of fulfillment. I still remember my first therapy session, the relief I felt when the therapist normalized my experience. It felt as if a weight had been lifted. A weight I carried for too long. I'd love to be the person who can offer relief and support to you and your loved ones.
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Restored Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, ACSW, AMFT
Verified Verified
Gold River, CA 95670
At Restored Wellness Counseling, we have therapists with varying specialties and we are sure to find a therapist that meets your needs. Our therapists have specialized training in various research-based methods to help you focus on healing from the very first session. Our mission is to help you gain the insight and tools to confidently walk your path to mental health and wellness. We have offices in Elk Grove, Roseville, and Gold River (Hwy 50 & Sunrise). We also see clients online throughout California.
At Restored Wellness Counseling, we have therapists with varying specialties and we are sure to find a therapist that meets your needs. Our therapists have specialized training in various research-based methods to help you focus on healing from the very first session. Our mission is to help you gain the insight and tools to confidently walk your path to mental health and wellness. We have offices in Elk Grove, Roseville, and Gold River (Hwy 50 & Sunrise). We also see clients online throughout California.
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Stephen Bryant Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gold River, CA 95670
As a licensed psychotherapist and Buddhist teacher, clients receive compassionate support and encouragement to bring mindfulness and kindness to their problems, issues and life goals. Traditional psychotherapy is complementary to the meditative traditions which emphasize non-judgmental awareness, energy and the cultivation of positive emotions. Stephen graduated from the Professional School of Psychology in 1992. He has had specialized training in Buddhist Psychology, Gestalt, EMDR, Hypnotherapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He teaches core mindfulness skills and meditation in daily life.
As a licensed psychotherapist and Buddhist teacher, clients receive compassionate support and encouragement to bring mindfulness and kindness to their problems, issues and life goals. Traditional psychotherapy is complementary to the meditative traditions which emphasize non-judgmental awareness, energy and the cultivation of positive emotions. Stephen graduated from the Professional School of Psychology in 1992. He has had specialized training in Buddhist Psychology, Gestalt, EMDR, Hypnotherapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He teaches core mindfulness skills and meditation in daily life.
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My name is Max Anne Zachai, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Chico, CA, and working with clients throughout California via Telehealth. I have over four years of experience as a therapist at a domestic and sexual violence agency, serving clients from diverse backgrounds with high levels of trauma and crisis. In my private practice, I work with adults and teens (12 and up) on a broad range of presenting concerns. I believe in a collaborative approach, working with each client to develop a therapeutic style to meet their unique needs.
My name is Max Anne Zachai, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Chico, CA, and working with clients throughout California via Telehealth. I have over four years of experience as a therapist at a domestic and sexual violence agency, serving clients from diverse backgrounds with high levels of trauma and crisis. In my private practice, I work with adults and teens (12 and up) on a broad range of presenting concerns. I believe in a collaborative approach, working with each client to develop a therapeutic style to meet their unique needs.
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I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
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I specialize in treating those with anxiety, worry, perfectionism, OCD, clutter, codependency or relationship issues, eating disorders, overeating and emotional eating, chronic dieting, body image issues, & addiction.
Anxiety can show up in many different ways in our life. It can make us work harder to prove ourselves or to have an unrealistic standard for ourselves. It can immobilize us and make us afraid to take any risks because we are fearful of potential outcomes. It can impact our relationships by leading to caretaking or people pleasing. It can lead us to try to control different areas of our lives and to avoid situations when we feel out of control. It may impact our ability to take care of ourselves, including effecting sleep and eating. Avoiding or attempting to manage anxiety can take a significant amount of time and energy.
I specialize in treating those with anxiety, worry, perfectionism, OCD, clutter, codependency or relationship issues, eating disorders, overeating and emotional eating, chronic dieting, body image issues, & addiction.
Anxiety can show up in many different ways in our life. It can make us work harder to prove ourselves or to have an unrealistic standard for ourselves. It can immobilize us and make us afraid to take any risks because we are fearful of potential outcomes. It can impact our relationships by leading to caretaking or people pleasing. It can lead us to try to control different areas of our lives and to avoid situations when we feel out of control. It may impact our ability to take care of ourselves, including effecting sleep and eating. Avoiding or attempting to manage anxiety can take a significant amount of time and energy.
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Alina Sala
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Hi there, I'm Alina! My name is Alina Avila Sala and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Sacramento, CA and working with clients statewide via telehealth. My client population & specialty focus I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for adults and young adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and eating disorders. I work to help my clients navigate these transition periods and to build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life.
Hi there, I'm Alina! My name is Alina Avila Sala and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Sacramento, CA and working with clients statewide via telehealth. My client population & specialty focus I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for adults and young adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and eating disorders. I work to help my clients navigate these transition periods and to build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life.
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Lorain Arlene Tremayne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95827
I work with a variety of issues including sexual abuse, divorce, PTSD, couples relations, grief and loss, parenting skill development, effective communication, spiritual counseling, life coaching and eating disorders.
I believe the answers we are searching for are found within ourselves. It may take the support and trust of a skillful therapist in feeling safe in revealing our true selves and bringing purpose and meaning to our lives. By uncovering the blocks and developing the courage to shine a light on our authentic self, you discover the self you have been seeking. I'll support you in developing a plan that best serves your goals towards a path of self discovery and empowerment. I feel personal growth is connected to mind, body and spirit.
I work with a variety of issues including sexual abuse, divorce, PTSD, couples relations, grief and loss, parenting skill development, effective communication, spiritual counseling, life coaching and eating disorders.
I believe the answers we are searching for are found within ourselves. It may take the support and trust of a skillful therapist in feeling safe in revealing our true selves and bringing purpose and meaning to our lives. By uncovering the blocks and developing the courage to shine a light on our authentic self, you discover the self you have been seeking. I'll support you in developing a plan that best serves your goals towards a path of self discovery and empowerment. I feel personal growth is connected to mind, body and spirit.
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Janet Bedolla
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
You seem to have it together, keeping up with work and life, and getting by. In the inside, however, you might feel anxious, distracted, overwhelmed, and exhausted. Your go to strategies to get by may not be helping like they used. It may be too much right now, but you do not have to face this on your own. I am here to help.
You seem to have it together, keeping up with work and life, and getting by. In the inside, however, you might feel anxious, distracted, overwhelmed, and exhausted. Your go to strategies to get by may not be helping like they used. It may be too much right now, but you do not have to face this on your own. I am here to help.
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My ideal clients are women, 18 and older, who tend to appear to others to “have it all together”. They can carry many responsibilities and can achieve a lot, sometimes making it seem easy on the outside. Internally, these women may feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or exhausted. Sometimes they may struggle in their relationship with their own emotions, with their relationship with food or their bodies, or with alcohol. If you may be one of these women, my goal is to provide you with support, to help you be kinder to yourself, and to help you slow down to enjoy the life that you have created.
My ideal clients are women, 18 and older, who tend to appear to others to “have it all together”. They can carry many responsibilities and can achieve a lot, sometimes making it seem easy on the outside. Internally, these women may feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or exhausted. Sometimes they may struggle in their relationship with their own emotions, with their relationship with food or their bodies, or with alcohol. If you may be one of these women, my goal is to provide you with support, to help you be kinder to yourself, and to help you slow down to enjoy the life that you have created.
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Ellen Tarby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LFMT, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95827 (Online Only)
My practice is focused on helping you from the moment you realize that the ways you have been getting by seem to be causing more distress than relief. You may be noticing imbalance in your relationships, that you are putting off life changes and goals until you feel "good enough", or you might have a lot of fear of things feeling chaotic or not in control. While I address a broad range of concerns, a lot of the people I work with are struggling in particular with patterns around food, dieting, and body image that have left them feeling exhausted, defeated, and out of control.
My practice is focused on helping you from the moment you realize that the ways you have been getting by seem to be causing more distress than relief. You may be noticing imbalance in your relationships, that you are putting off life changes and goals until you feel "good enough", or you might have a lot of fear of things feeling chaotic or not in control. While I address a broad range of concerns, a lot of the people I work with are struggling in particular with patterns around food, dieting, and body image that have left them feeling exhausted, defeated, and out of control.
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My name is Drew Caldwell and I have a clinical background in treating high acuity mental health disorders that include anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance, mood, and personality disorders. I have extensive experience working in foster care agencies and community outpatient clinics. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a humanistic perspective utilizing cognitive and dialectical behavior modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness-based stress reduction and holistic nutrition. I am eager to work with clients who are self-aware and are in need of a therapeutic connection.
My name is Drew Caldwell and I have a clinical background in treating high acuity mental health disorders that include anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance, mood, and personality disorders. I have extensive experience working in foster care agencies and community outpatient clinics. My therapeutic approach is rooted in a humanistic perspective utilizing cognitive and dialectical behavior modalities with an emphasis on mindfulness-based stress reduction and holistic nutrition. I am eager to work with clients who are self-aware and are in need of a therapeutic connection.
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Neil Hopper
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, APCC
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95827
Waitlist for new clients
School in California does a great job of teaching you how to square-dance and play the recorder, but that doesn't teach the skills to navigate life. Emotional regulation? Changing problematic behaviors? Understanding why we can’t become unstuck? Where does one learn that?! Learning how to work through the challenges of life is nearly impossible without the right support and guidance. I would be privileged to help witness your healing process and guide you through navigating the dark and terrifying moments of life. Has anyone ever asked “what is wrong with you?” It is never what is wrong with you but what has happened to you!
School in California does a great job of teaching you how to square-dance and play the recorder, but that doesn't teach the skills to navigate life. Emotional regulation? Changing problematic behaviors? Understanding why we can’t become unstuck? Where does one learn that?! Learning how to work through the challenges of life is nearly impossible without the right support and guidance. I would be privileged to help witness your healing process and guide you through navigating the dark and terrifying moments of life. Has anyone ever asked “what is wrong with you?” It is never what is wrong with you but what has happened to you!
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Eating Disorders Therapists
What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviors, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behavior affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counseling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioral disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behavior, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognize they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behavior has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.