Eating Disorders Therapists in Mammoth Lakes, CA
![Photo of Annie Linaweaver, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c712ff10-2f7f-47b4-9099-f224acc9fa50/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have 32 years of professional experience, and have been a licensed marriage and family therapist for 29 years. My experience and knowledge gives me the advantage of being able to connect, communicate, and provide the highest level of treatment to a wide variety of individuals, couples, families and children. I use an eclectic blend of therapy focusing on the specific needs of each person / family and have specialized in providing treatment for clients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, addiction, relationship issues and much more.
I have 32 years of professional experience, and have been a licensed marriage and family therapist for 29 years. My experience and knowledge gives me the advantage of being able to connect, communicate, and provide the highest level of treatment to a wide variety of individuals, couples, families and children. I use an eclectic blend of therapy focusing on the specific needs of each person / family and have specialized in providing treatment for clients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, addiction, relationship issues and much more.
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Jesse Giunta Rafeh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
I am a licensed MFT and certified life coach. I help my clients to get clear about what kind of life they want and then systematically go about creating it. Do you want to have an amazing romantic relationship? To create a successful career? To communicate with the people in your life effectively? To overcome the anxiety or depression that holds you back? My mission is to provide people with an opportunity to be the best version of themselves.
I am a licensed MFT and certified life coach. I help my clients to get clear about what kind of life they want and then systematically go about creating it. Do you want to have an amazing romantic relationship? To create a successful career? To communicate with the people in your life effectively? To overcome the anxiety or depression that holds you back? My mission is to provide people with an opportunity to be the best version of themselves.
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Rachel S. Galloway
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546 (Online Only)
I appreciate and honor a person’s desire to begin their therapeutic journey. I believe a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on respect, trust, and honesty creates a healthy open space for people to grow. I am passionate about helping individuals and families increase healthy behaviors while decreasing patterns that disrupt them from enjoying their lives. We will work together on exploring and processing your challenges while setting goals in order to create, and sustain, a well-balanced lifestyle. I combine a variety of therapeutic approaches to help individuals with anxiety, trauma, anger management, and more.
I appreciate and honor a person’s desire to begin their therapeutic journey. I believe a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on respect, trust, and honesty creates a healthy open space for people to grow. I am passionate about helping individuals and families increase healthy behaviors while decreasing patterns that disrupt them from enjoying their lives. We will work together on exploring and processing your challenges while setting goals in order to create, and sustain, a well-balanced lifestyle. I combine a variety of therapeutic approaches to help individuals with anxiety, trauma, anger management, and more.
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Ana Paula Mauro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR , US VET, OEF/OIF
Verified Verified
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Ana is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) certified therapist. She has experience working with a wide variety of mental health, dual diagnosis, and multicultural clients. Her vast experience and knowledge gives her the advantage of being able to connect, communicate, and provide the highest level of treatment to a wide variety of individuals dealing with PTSD symptoms.
Ana is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) certified therapist. She has experience working with a wide variety of mental health, dual diagnosis, and multicultural clients. Her vast experience and knowledge gives her the advantage of being able to connect, communicate, and provide the highest level of treatment to a wide variety of individuals dealing with PTSD symptoms.
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Zack Reed-Fier
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546 (Online Only)
The struggle is real! Grief is one of the hardest things we go through. Does your world feel frozen and stuck since they left. A storm of emotions fear, sadness, anger, crashes over you daily. And missing them is a constant ache. Life without them feels terrifying and all you want to you do is hit the reset button. Maybe you're going through the motions, afraid to face the reality of this loss. And you even yearn to feel accomplished, to move forward, but every day feels like you are falling behind.
The struggle is real! Grief is one of the hardest things we go through. Does your world feel frozen and stuck since they left. A storm of emotions fear, sadness, anger, crashes over you daily. And missing them is a constant ache. Life without them feels terrifying and all you want to you do is hit the reset button. Maybe you're going through the motions, afraid to face the reality of this loss. And you even yearn to feel accomplished, to move forward, but every day feels like you are falling behind.
Online Therapists
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We are a group of therapists who serve individuals and families in the Fresno/Clovis community and beyond with evidence-based, compassionate, practical therapy. Some common treatment issues are relational conflict, social anxiety, depression, divorce/blended family transition, grief and loss, teenage perfectionism/achievement anxiety, developmental trauma and crisis intervention. We are prepared to work with traditional and non-traditional family systems, to address common issues like ADHD/neurodivergence support, eating disorders, non-suicidal self-harm, and problematic behavioral issues occurring in a family system.
We are a group of therapists who serve individuals and families in the Fresno/Clovis community and beyond with evidence-based, compassionate, practical therapy. Some common treatment issues are relational conflict, social anxiety, depression, divorce/blended family transition, grief and loss, teenage perfectionism/achievement anxiety, developmental trauma and crisis intervention. We are prepared to work with traditional and non-traditional family systems, to address common issues like ADHD/neurodivergence support, eating disorders, non-suicidal self-harm, and problematic behavioral issues occurring in a family system.
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My educational background consists of earning my BA in Psychology, a master's in clinical counseling, and a Master's in Addictions. I am a LPCC 16395 and am a certified addictions counselor. My areas of concentration include grief and significant trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addictions, and a sub-concentration in eating disorders. I use evidence-based, solution-focused modalities of treatment. I work with clients to develop an action plan to better manage individual's unique experiences and lives.
My educational background consists of earning my BA in Psychology, a master's in clinical counseling, and a Master's in Addictions. I am a LPCC 16395 and am a certified addictions counselor. My areas of concentration include grief and significant trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addictions, and a sub-concentration in eating disorders. I use evidence-based, solution-focused modalities of treatment. I work with clients to develop an action plan to better manage individual's unique experiences and lives.
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Hello and welcome to my page! My name is Donna Angel, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I specialize in self-love, self-compassion, depression, anxiety, body image issues, eating disorders, addiction, and mindfulness. It is my passion and joy to work with individuals and families seeking to improve their emotional well-being and live a fulfilling life. I take great pride in being a warm and personable therapist. I understand that seeking therapy can be a difficult decision, and my approach is one of empathy and understanding.
Hello and welcome to my page! My name is Donna Angel, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I specialize in self-love, self-compassion, depression, anxiety, body image issues, eating disorders, addiction, and mindfulness. It is my passion and joy to work with individuals and families seeking to improve their emotional well-being and live a fulfilling life. I take great pride in being a warm and personable therapist. I understand that seeking therapy can be a difficult decision, and my approach is one of empathy and understanding.
![Photo of Lucia Thomas Olson, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fa27abcb-145e-44f0-834c-8c99101c8100/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have worked with clients with depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and eating disorders.
I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing transitions: divorce, separation, a new diagnosis of a mental illness or chronic physical illness, coming out as an LGBTQ individual, and discovering you have a child with a learning disability, ADD/ADHD, or a child on the autism spectrum. I also enjoy working from the perspective of narrative therapy, because we always have the opportunity to "rewrite" our life story at any time. Part of therapy is rewriting our life story and narrative, and I greatly enjoy being part of this rewriting process with clients.
I have worked with clients with depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD and eating disorders.
I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing transitions: divorce, separation, a new diagnosis of a mental illness or chronic physical illness, coming out as an LGBTQ individual, and discovering you have a child with a learning disability, ADD/ADHD, or a child on the autism spectrum. I also enjoy working from the perspective of narrative therapy, because we always have the opportunity to "rewrite" our life story at any time. Part of therapy is rewriting our life story and narrative, and I greatly enjoy being part of this rewriting process with clients.
![Photo of Tiffany Justine, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/56c1cade-3479-4299-815f-363dd183074b/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Tiffany Trent, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in treating trauma, PTSD, eating disorders, and women’s issues. I have extensive experience and passion working with and treating teenagers and adults with eating disorders, body dysmorphia, trauma, PTSD, identity issues, self-harming behaviors, and suicidal ideation. I take an eclectic approach to therapy and utilize Internal Family Systems, EMDR, DBT, Narrative, CBT, and Psychodynamic modalities in therapy and individualize therapy to fit the person rather than try to fit the complexities of a human being into a modality.
My name is Tiffany Trent, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in treating trauma, PTSD, eating disorders, and women’s issues. I have extensive experience and passion working with and treating teenagers and adults with eating disorders, body dysmorphia, trauma, PTSD, identity issues, self-harming behaviors, and suicidal ideation. I take an eclectic approach to therapy and utilize Internal Family Systems, EMDR, DBT, Narrative, CBT, and Psychodynamic modalities in therapy and individualize therapy to fit the person rather than try to fit the complexities of a human being into a modality.
![Photo of Terry Fowler, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40535114-424e-457e-8b95-78e5ca0188cb/1/320x400.png)
My name is Terry Fowler and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in eating disorders, addiction medicine, anxiety, stress, and depression. The approaches I use are Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Client Centered Therapy to help clients gain the skills to help themselves. My approach to goal setting is driven by you client and what you want and need. In order to establish clear goals, I will work with you to establish your needs and build on your existing strengths. You are the expert in you! I want to help you find that within.
My name is Terry Fowler and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in eating disorders, addiction medicine, anxiety, stress, and depression. The approaches I use are Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Client Centered Therapy to help clients gain the skills to help themselves. My approach to goal setting is driven by you client and what you want and need. In order to establish clear goals, I will work with you to establish your needs and build on your existing strengths. You are the expert in you! I want to help you find that within.
![Photo of Bernadine Bermudez, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1f367441-b4f7-4a99-aee3-5496d683b987/3/320x400.jpeg)
My therapeutic approach comes from over 17 years of experience working with individuals battling with issues such as: eating disorders, victims of domestic violence, suicide prevention, depression, anxiety, bereavement, grief, hospice, palliative care, adjusting to medical issues such as ESRD, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, to improve quality of life.
In creating a supportive, clinical environment we can work together toward the goal of you transforming into a better version of yourself. My professional experience, personal journey of weight loss, and continued education has provided me with a strong foundation to help you overcome your personal barriers. We will work together to tackle those thoughts and behaviors that create negativity in your life. We will work together to develop a treatment plan in order for you to blossom to your fullest potential.
My therapeutic approach comes from over 17 years of experience working with individuals battling with issues such as: eating disorders, victims of domestic violence, suicide prevention, depression, anxiety, bereavement, grief, hospice, palliative care, adjusting to medical issues such as ESRD, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, to improve quality of life.
In creating a supportive, clinical environment we can work together toward the goal of you transforming into a better version of yourself. My professional experience, personal journey of weight loss, and continued education has provided me with a strong foundation to help you overcome your personal barriers. We will work together to tackle those thoughts and behaviors that create negativity in your life. We will work together to develop a treatment plan in order for you to blossom to your fullest potential.
![Photo of Claudia Forster - Claudia Forster, LMFT, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5024f519-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am certified in Eating Disorders.
Are you worried, fearful or depressed? Would you like guidance, options and a new perspective? I can help you live a more satisfying life through compassionate listening, honest feedback, and a focus on results. My goal is that you learn skills to maintain the changes that satisfy you. If you desire a greater ability to understand and control your emotions and feel content, I can help you. Discover opportunities to see yourself differently than you currently do and create an effective, positive and lasting change. We will focus on getting the results you need to live a more satisfying life.
I am certified in Eating Disorders.
Are you worried, fearful or depressed? Would you like guidance, options and a new perspective? I can help you live a more satisfying life through compassionate listening, honest feedback, and a focus on results. My goal is that you learn skills to maintain the changes that satisfy you. If you desire a greater ability to understand and control your emotions and feel content, I can help you. Discover opportunities to see yourself differently than you currently do and create an effective, positive and lasting change. We will focus on getting the results you need to live a more satisfying life.
![Photo of Jessica Rice, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c1ad513-dd0c-4039-b1e0-95f1feac821d/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have dedicated a significant portion of my training in understanding issues involving trauma, substance abuse, eating disorders, anxiety and depression.
Every person has their own reasons for seeking therapy. Some choose it during a period of major life transitions or hardships, while others may seek out therapy in order to deepen their understanding of themselves. By using a psychodynamic and object relations model I am able to consider the whole person rather than pure symptom reduction. I believe there is both conscious and unconscious meaning to symptoms.
I have dedicated a significant portion of my training in understanding issues involving trauma, substance abuse, eating disorders, anxiety and depression.
Every person has their own reasons for seeking therapy. Some choose it during a period of major life transitions or hardships, while others may seek out therapy in order to deepen their understanding of themselves. By using a psychodynamic and object relations model I am able to consider the whole person rather than pure symptom reduction. I believe there is both conscious and unconscious meaning to symptoms.
![Photo of Eric Douglass, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7c14b2f4-aed6-4921-8ab5-0df61059f724/2/320x400.jpeg)
Research has demonstrated that DBT is effective in treating a wide range of other disorders including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, eating disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Life is full of many challenges and if you don’t have the skills to effectively navigate them, life can be very painful. I am a DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician with 28 years of experience in the mental health field. I work from a collaborative framework in working with you to build the skills found in DBT which include Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness. I have received years of training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and also completed Advance Training in the DBT Prolong Exposure Protocol for PTSD. I have provided over 16 years of clinical supervision.
Research has demonstrated that DBT is effective in treating a wide range of other disorders including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, eating disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Life is full of many challenges and if you don’t have the skills to effectively navigate them, life can be very painful. I am a DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician with 28 years of experience in the mental health field. I work from a collaborative framework in working with you to build the skills found in DBT which include Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Interpersonal Effectiveness. I have received years of training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and also completed Advance Training in the DBT Prolong Exposure Protocol for PTSD. I have provided over 16 years of clinical supervision.
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Kara believes that a supportive therapist-client relationship, encouragement and reflection allow new skills to take hold in her client's real world. Her goal is to help each client feel relief through finding their strongest, most authentic self in order to see new opportunities in their unique life situation. Her primary interests are trauma recovery, relational and spiritual issues, chronic depression and anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, and women's issues including birth related trauma and post-partum depression.
Kara believes that a supportive therapist-client relationship, encouragement and reflection allow new skills to take hold in her client's real world. Her goal is to help each client feel relief through finding their strongest, most authentic self in order to see new opportunities in their unique life situation. Her primary interests are trauma recovery, relational and spiritual issues, chronic depression and anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, and women's issues including birth related trauma and post-partum depression.
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Hello, I am Katie Weldon, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CA. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to the needs of each client or couple. My areas of greatest clinical interest include survivors of prior trauma or abuse, military members and families, LGBTQIA2S+, disordered eating, couples therapy, grief counseling and life transitions. Couples, Veterans/Active-Duty Service Members or their Families, PTSD, Survivors of Abuse, LGBTQIA2S+ and Queer clients, eating disorders/Disordered Eating, Anxiety, and Depression.
Hello, I am Katie Weldon, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CA. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to the needs of each client or couple. My areas of greatest clinical interest include survivors of prior trauma or abuse, military members and families, LGBTQIA2S+, disordered eating, couples therapy, grief counseling and life transitions. Couples, Veterans/Active-Duty Service Members or their Families, PTSD, Survivors of Abuse, LGBTQIA2S+ and Queer clients, eating disorders/Disordered Eating, Anxiety, and Depression.
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Theresa Linville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, PPS, LCSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93720 (Online Only)
I work with clients with body image issues, poor self-esteem, eating disorders, and anxiety. I work from a Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating framework. I also work with athletes with post-injury concerns, competitive blocks and burn out. My goal is to provide a space for clients to find relief from negative/obsessive thoughts, restore health, resolve conflicted relationships, improve mood and achieve the life that they desire. I am certified in EMDR therapy, Eating Disorders, and sports psychology. I believe that the therapist-client relationship is unique in helping the client reach their full potential.
I work with clients with body image issues, poor self-esteem, eating disorders, and anxiety. I work from a Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating framework. I also work with athletes with post-injury concerns, competitive blocks and burn out. My goal is to provide a space for clients to find relief from negative/obsessive thoughts, restore health, resolve conflicted relationships, improve mood and achieve the life that they desire. I am certified in EMDR therapy, Eating Disorders, and sports psychology. I believe that the therapist-client relationship is unique in helping the client reach their full potential.
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Hello, My name is Halima Eid LPCC 13443. I have over 4+ years of experience working with various issues including relationship/marriage conflicts, eating disorders, transgenerational trauma, racial trauma, homelessness, familial conflicts, being a first-generation college student, religious and cultural barriers, etc. I work with individuals from a holistic approach, taking into account all aspects of the individual's life (social, relational, emotional, mental, physical, cultural, and environmental) that may impact their overall wellness.
Hello, My name is Halima Eid LPCC 13443. I have over 4+ years of experience working with various issues including relationship/marriage conflicts, eating disorders, transgenerational trauma, racial trauma, homelessness, familial conflicts, being a first-generation college student, religious and cultural barriers, etc. I work with individuals from a holistic approach, taking into account all aspects of the individual's life (social, relational, emotional, mental, physical, cultural, and environmental) that may impact their overall wellness.
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My name is Domonqe Walker, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in San Diego, California. I work statewide with clients via telehealth and occasionally in person depending on demand in the area. I work with a wide range of populations from children, adolescents, and adults to elder adults focusing on stress, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, pre and post-pregnancy concerns, and couples/ marriage therapy with a specialized interest in ADHD and ARFID. I use an integrative method for services that address tailor-made needs based on client resources.
My name is Domonqe Walker, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in San Diego, California. I work statewide with clients via telehealth and occasionally in person depending on demand in the area. I work with a wide range of populations from children, adolescents, and adults to elder adults focusing on stress, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, pre and post-pregnancy concerns, and couples/ marriage therapy with a specialized interest in ADHD and ARFID. I use an integrative method for services that address tailor-made needs based on client resources.
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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.