Eating Disorders Therapists in Redondo Beach, CA
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Ariana Ashley Mahban
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
My areas of focus include eating disorders, relational issues, and relational trauma. I am passionate about helping those on a healing journey from narcissistic abuse, seeking self-identity, facing career challenges, or dealing with body image concerns. My therapeutic approach is grounded in psychodynamic, relational, person-centered, and evidence-based modalities—striving to blend depth psychology with solution-focused strategies. I aim to create a space fueled by empathy but not absent of directness, challenge, creativity and humor when appropriate.
My areas of focus include eating disorders, relational issues, and relational trauma. I am passionate about helping those on a healing journey from narcissistic abuse, seeking self-identity, facing career challenges, or dealing with body image concerns. My therapeutic approach is grounded in psychodynamic, relational, person-centered, and evidence-based modalities—striving to blend depth psychology with solution-focused strategies. I aim to create a space fueled by empathy but not absent of directness, challenge, creativity and humor when appropriate.
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Katie Stone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
I'm a neurodivergent therapist trained in EMDR therapy, specializing in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and relational issues.
I believe everything you need to succeed already exists within you. Wherever you are on your wellness journey is exactly where you need to be. I'm here to support, encourage, and challenge you to break free from maladaptive patterns and regain control over your life. If you’re eager to heal your relationship with your body, nurture a stronger sense of self, and cultivate more fulfilling relationships, you’ve come to the right place! My ideal client is someone seeking a deeper, more meaningful therapy experience beyond traditional "talk therapy." They are ready to combine insight with intentional action to create lasting change.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist trained in EMDR therapy, specializing in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and relational issues.
I believe everything you need to succeed already exists within you. Wherever you are on your wellness journey is exactly where you need to be. I'm here to support, encourage, and challenge you to break free from maladaptive patterns and regain control over your life. If you’re eager to heal your relationship with your body, nurture a stronger sense of self, and cultivate more fulfilling relationships, you’ve come to the right place! My ideal client is someone seeking a deeper, more meaningful therapy experience beyond traditional "talk therapy." They are ready to combine insight with intentional action to create lasting change.
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Montana Knapp
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating eating disorders and co-occuring mood, anxiety, and trauma disorders.
There comes a time in everyone’s life when they need help. You are here because you are ready to ask for it, and I am here because I want to put my clinical skills to good use by being the person who helps you rebuild a version of yourself that feels confident and capable. Together, we will work for you to find not happiness, but rather a sense of peace within all versions of yourself and a readiness for the emotional experiences that lay ahead of you.
I specialize in treating eating disorders and co-occuring mood, anxiety, and trauma disorders.
There comes a time in everyone’s life when they need help. You are here because you are ready to ask for it, and I am here because I want to put my clinical skills to good use by being the person who helps you rebuild a version of yourself that feels confident and capable. Together, we will work for you to find not happiness, but rather a sense of peace within all versions of yourself and a readiness for the emotional experiences that lay ahead of you.
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Isabella Laughlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
I am an LMFT and specialize in using clinical Art Therapy in treatment for many issues such as anxiety, eating disorders and life transitions.
Making the decision to seek therapy can be difficult, whether it is for yourself, your child or a family member who is in need of support. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but strength to decide to change and be in charge of your own transformation, whatever that may be. I integrate the use of clinical Art Therapy to aid a client’s process and externalize challenges they may have, including issues of trauma, eating disorders, self-harm, grief and loss, medical trauma and major life transitions. I am dedicated to having clients feel empowered and to identify their strengths with self-acceptance and the healing process.
I am an LMFT and specialize in using clinical Art Therapy in treatment for many issues such as anxiety, eating disorders and life transitions.
Making the decision to seek therapy can be difficult, whether it is for yourself, your child or a family member who is in need of support. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but strength to decide to change and be in charge of your own transformation, whatever that may be. I integrate the use of clinical Art Therapy to aid a client’s process and externalize challenges they may have, including issues of trauma, eating disorders, self-harm, grief and loss, medical trauma and major life transitions. I am dedicated to having clients feel empowered and to identify their strengths with self-acceptance and the healing process.
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When appropriate i use art, meditation/mindfulness, walks in nature and often have meal sessions with those in treatment for eating disorders.
Choosing to get help can be a difficult decision and choosing the right therapist is the first step on the road to a better life. I am experienced in treating a broad range of problems including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. I frequently offer group therapy which I have found to be helpful and an excellent value as well. Email me to check on availability. My office is very serene, private and comfortable. You can read much more on my website www.gwenschubertgrabb.com. email me with any questions you have and I will get back to you asap
When appropriate i use art, meditation/mindfulness, walks in nature and often have meal sessions with those in treatment for eating disorders.
Choosing to get help can be a difficult decision and choosing the right therapist is the first step on the road to a better life. I am experienced in treating a broad range of problems including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. I frequently offer group therapy which I have found to be helpful and an excellent value as well. Email me to check on availability. My office is very serene, private and comfortable. You can read much more on my website www.gwenschubertgrabb.com. email me with any questions you have and I will get back to you asap
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I specialize in eating disorders ( anorexia, bulimia, binge eating).
Deciding to pursue therapy can be a big step. Some days you feel you need help, the next your convinced you can handle it all on your own. Ambivalence is normal; you don't need to be 100% ready. As your therapist, I strive to be authentic, compassionate, and honest with my clients. My goal is to provide a place where you feel comfortable being yourself. As a team, we'll identify what is working and where you may want change, we'll prioritize goals, and find tools to aid you in reaching those goals. With kindness, patience, and effort, change and recovery are within your reach.
I specialize in eating disorders ( anorexia, bulimia, binge eating).
Deciding to pursue therapy can be a big step. Some days you feel you need help, the next your convinced you can handle it all on your own. Ambivalence is normal; you don't need to be 100% ready. As your therapist, I strive to be authentic, compassionate, and honest with my clients. My goal is to provide a place where you feel comfortable being yourself. As a team, we'll identify what is working and where you may want change, we'll prioritize goals, and find tools to aid you in reaching those goals. With kindness, patience, and effort, change and recovery are within your reach.
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Alexandra Armas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (Online Only)
I'm most passionate about treating eating disorders and tailor my therapeutic approach to the unique needs of each client.
It is my hope to walk alongside you on your journey toward self discovery. Whether you are seeking help exploring a current or past issue, soul searching, or just looking for someone to talk to, the therapy room is a safe place to grow. When experiencing pain in relationships or feeling alone, beginning this road toward healing can seem daunting. There is courage in reaching out for support to restore your heart, body, and mind. I am committed to accompanying you in building secure and fulfilling relationships, providing warm and empathic services for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples.
I'm most passionate about treating eating disorders and tailor my therapeutic approach to the unique needs of each client.
It is my hope to walk alongside you on your journey toward self discovery. Whether you are seeking help exploring a current or past issue, soul searching, or just looking for someone to talk to, the therapy room is a safe place to grow. When experiencing pain in relationships or feeling alone, beginning this road toward healing can seem daunting. There is courage in reaching out for support to restore your heart, body, and mind. I am committed to accompanying you in building secure and fulfilling relationships, providing warm and empathic services for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples.
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I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and depression.
Are you tired of being in distress? Are you repeatedly engaging in relationships that cause you pain and don't know how to change? Oftentimes we are unaware of the underlying causes of our suffering. Relief can be felt when underlying beliefs and conflicts are brought to the surface and worked through. If you're ready to begin the process of inner transformation that will finally bring you the relief and freedom you have been looking for, give me a call at 310.712.1656. You can check out my website at DrJuliaBaird.com Look forward to hearing from you!
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and depression.
Are you tired of being in distress? Are you repeatedly engaging in relationships that cause you pain and don't know how to change? Oftentimes we are unaware of the underlying causes of our suffering. Relief can be felt when underlying beliefs and conflicts are brought to the surface and worked through. If you're ready to begin the process of inner transformation that will finally bring you the relief and freedom you have been looking for, give me a call at 310.712.1656. You can check out my website at DrJuliaBaird.com Look forward to hearing from you!
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Together with my clients, I create a safe and supportive space to explore the issues where they feel stuck and unable to move forward in their lives. From a client-centered approach we uncover core false beliefs, attachment patterns and other difficulties often at the root of suffering, which blocks many from living a life of inner peace and connection to others. I help facilitate the nurturing of internal strengths within the person to cultivate acceptance, healing and growth. My focus is on eating disorders, substance abuse, self-harm and other maladaptive behaviors, including underlining issues of anxiety, depression and trauma.
Together with my clients, I create a safe and supportive space to explore the issues where they feel stuck and unable to move forward in their lives. From a client-centered approach we uncover core false beliefs, attachment patterns and other difficulties often at the root of suffering, which blocks many from living a life of inner peace and connection to others. I help facilitate the nurturing of internal strengths within the person to cultivate acceptance, healing and growth. My focus is on eating disorders, substance abuse, self-harm and other maladaptive behaviors, including underlining issues of anxiety, depression and trauma.
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I have been treating eating disorders (compulsive over-eating, bulimia and anorexia) and depression for over 15 years.
Making the decision to seek therapy/counseling is often a difficult one. I offer a safe environment in which to explore different aspects of your struggle and the best way to assist you in deciding how you'd like to move forward. I work with adolescents and adults individually and with families and couples (marital therapy) who are struggling in many different areas.
I have been treating eating disorders (compulsive over-eating, bulimia and anorexia) and depression for over 15 years.
Making the decision to seek therapy/counseling is often a difficult one. I offer a safe environment in which to explore different aspects of your struggle and the best way to assist you in deciding how you'd like to move forward. I work with adolescents and adults individually and with families and couples (marital therapy) who are struggling in many different areas.
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Jamie Gelbart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT, 110414
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Her interests and expertise include eating disorders, body image, nutritional aspects of mental health, mindfulness and she has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in private practice as well as outpatient programs.
Jamie offers Walk and Talk therapy, Teletherapy and In-person therapy. Jamie is passionate about incorporating all aspects of health and wellness into therapy. With a personal background in elite athletics, a master’s degree in Kinesiology, a master’s degree in Psychology, certified in nutritional psychiatry and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she has a unique approach to helping those she works with achieve their full potential in relationships, life/work balance, negotiating life’s stressors by focusing on personal strengths and combining therapy with self-care and motivational goal setting.
Her interests and expertise include eating disorders, body image, nutritional aspects of mental health, mindfulness and she has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in private practice as well as outpatient programs.
Jamie offers Walk and Talk therapy, Teletherapy and In-person therapy. Jamie is passionate about incorporating all aspects of health and wellness into therapy. With a personal background in elite athletics, a master’s degree in Kinesiology, a master’s degree in Psychology, certified in nutritional psychiatry and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she has a unique approach to helping those she works with achieve their full potential in relationships, life/work balance, negotiating life’s stressors by focusing on personal strengths and combining therapy with self-care and motivational goal setting.
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I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders and the issues that commonly occur with this diagnosis including depression, self-mutilation, compulsive movement, anxiety and body dysmorphia.
Some things about me: I have a conversational style, I'm comfortable and casual in the room and I'm not afraid to ask tough questions. I'm not the therapist for you if you are looking for a "blank slate." This is a team effort and I will do what it takes to get you the help you need. I have seen therapy work for a lot of people who thought it could never help them, so give me a call if you are unsure and we will figure it out together. It's time to take control back.
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders and the issues that commonly occur with this diagnosis including depression, self-mutilation, compulsive movement, anxiety and body dysmorphia.
Some things about me: I have a conversational style, I'm comfortable and casual in the room and I'm not afraid to ask tough questions. I'm not the therapist for you if you are looking for a "blank slate." This is a team effort and I will do what it takes to get you the help you need. I have seen therapy work for a lot of people who thought it could never help them, so give me a call if you are unsure and we will figure it out together. It's time to take control back.
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Daniella Basin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Daniella! I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, trauma, and perfectionism. My goal is to support you in accessing the innate wisdom and resources you need in order to live your most authentic life and gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Together, we will explore the root causes of your feelings, uncover unconscious patterns in your life, and help you overcome whatever it is that limits you.
Hi, I’m Daniella! I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, trauma, and perfectionism. My goal is to support you in accessing the innate wisdom and resources you need in order to live your most authentic life and gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Together, we will explore the root causes of your feelings, uncover unconscious patterns in your life, and help you overcome whatever it is that limits you.
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Erika Rogers
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Hi, I'm Erika! I’m passionate about supporting individuals (ages 14+), couples, and families navigate many of life's challenges. My areas of focus are anxiety/depression, eating disorders, relationship issues, addiction, or past trauma. Maybe you've experienced sexual assault, or struggle with an eating disorder like anorexia, binge eating, or body image concerns. Perhaps you're navigating relationship struggles (and want to disrupt core patterns that aren’t working), or addiction (including substance use, sex addiction, or porn addiction). Whatever your battle, I offer a safe and supportive space to heal and rediscover yourself.
Hi, I'm Erika! I’m passionate about supporting individuals (ages 14+), couples, and families navigate many of life's challenges. My areas of focus are anxiety/depression, eating disorders, relationship issues, addiction, or past trauma. Maybe you've experienced sexual assault, or struggle with an eating disorder like anorexia, binge eating, or body image concerns. Perhaps you're navigating relationship struggles (and want to disrupt core patterns that aren’t working), or addiction (including substance use, sex addiction, or porn addiction). Whatever your battle, I offer a safe and supportive space to heal and rediscover yourself.
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Shannon McHenry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (Online Only)
I do focused work with teenagers around substance abuse, eating disorders, emotion regulation issues, and other axis II traits.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to help gain insight into what is happening in order to move forward and achieve a more fulfilling and productive life. My goal is to help you understand yourself more and assist you with living a more free and conscious life. I use attachment theory to assist people in understanding how their past impacts their present. I specialize in treating addiction, trauma, codependency, relationship issues, and axis II disorders using a holistic trauma informed approach and dialectical behavioral techniques.
I do focused work with teenagers around substance abuse, eating disorders, emotion regulation issues, and other axis II traits.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to help gain insight into what is happening in order to move forward and achieve a more fulfilling and productive life. My goal is to help you understand yourself more and assist you with living a more free and conscious life. I use attachment theory to assist people in understanding how their past impacts their present. I specialize in treating addiction, trauma, codependency, relationship issues, and axis II disorders using a holistic trauma informed approach and dialectical behavioral techniques.
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I have extensive training and experience with relationships, eating disorders, depression, PTSD, anxiety, and unbalanced lives as well as forward-thinking issues such as a life purpose, broadening your perspective, and various other issues that may disturb your sense of peace.
I'm often asked how'd you get to be a therapist? My answer is... I know the pain people have, because I have experienced severe traumas - and ultimately conquered them. Since you have come to this site, you have the strength and persistence it takes to move through obstacles in your path. Along the way, you will discover unhealed places and ways to confront them gently. Together, we can get to the issues as we establish a trusting, safe relationship and ultimately reach the highest goal, which is transformation.
I have extensive training and experience with relationships, eating disorders, depression, PTSD, anxiety, and unbalanced lives as well as forward-thinking issues such as a life purpose, broadening your perspective, and various other issues that may disturb your sense of peace.
I'm often asked how'd you get to be a therapist? My answer is... I know the pain people have, because I have experienced severe traumas - and ultimately conquered them. Since you have come to this site, you have the strength and persistence it takes to move through obstacles in your path. Along the way, you will discover unhealed places and ways to confront them gently. Together, we can get to the issues as we establish a trusting, safe relationship and ultimately reach the highest goal, which is transformation.
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For over 19 years, I have worked with clients who have overcome difficulties with relating to one's self and others, sexual identity, childhood trauma, infidelity, marital conflict, mood disorders, fear of intimacy, anger, thought disorders, codependancy and addiction behaviors like cutting, eating disorders, sexual disorders and substance abuse.
Are you a child, adolescent or adult having difficulty functioning at work, school, or in relationships? Sometimes a history of trauma, self defeating and limiting belief systems interfere with our ability to love, work and play. I can help when old ways of adapting to stressors no longer work. Change is necessary at the mind, body and spiritual level for adaptation to occur. We will work together through your transformation. You can learn new ways to tolerate what has been overwhelming and you can develop new, healthier coping skills to help you manage what was formerly intolerable about daily living.
For over 19 years, I have worked with clients who have overcome difficulties with relating to one's self and others, sexual identity, childhood trauma, infidelity, marital conflict, mood disorders, fear of intimacy, anger, thought disorders, codependancy and addiction behaviors like cutting, eating disorders, sexual disorders and substance abuse.
Are you a child, adolescent or adult having difficulty functioning at work, school, or in relationships? Sometimes a history of trauma, self defeating and limiting belief systems interfere with our ability to love, work and play. I can help when old ways of adapting to stressors no longer work. Change is necessary at the mind, body and spiritual level for adaptation to occur. We will work together through your transformation. You can learn new ways to tolerate what has been overwhelming and you can develop new, healthier coping skills to help you manage what was formerly intolerable about daily living.
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In addition, I also work assisting those with depression, anxiety, phobias, eating disorders, ADHD, LGBTQ identity issues, chemical dependency, anger management, divorce, sexuality, and relationship issues.
Everyone has within them the ability to attain personal growth by gaining insight into their unique strengths. During times of stress, this inner resilience can be called upon to guide them in discovering purpose and meaning in their lives, improving interpersonal relationships, and adapting to healthier patterns of relating to others. I take a collaborative, yet challenging approach in assisting children, adults, couples, and families on their path towards positive change. I use a solution-focused exploration of current struggles to help them break unhealthy patterns and develop coping skills and a sense of hope and strength.
In addition, I also work assisting those with depression, anxiety, phobias, eating disorders, ADHD, LGBTQ identity issues, chemical dependency, anger management, divorce, sexuality, and relationship issues.
Everyone has within them the ability to attain personal growth by gaining insight into their unique strengths. During times of stress, this inner resilience can be called upon to guide them in discovering purpose and meaning in their lives, improving interpersonal relationships, and adapting to healthier patterns of relating to others. I take a collaborative, yet challenging approach in assisting children, adults, couples, and families on their path towards positive change. I use a solution-focused exploration of current struggles to help them break unhealthy patterns and develop coping skills and a sense of hope and strength.
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Evelyn Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
A graduate of the University of Southern California, I became involved in trauma and play therapy while at UCLA's Department of Pediatrics. Transitioning to private practice in 2003, I continue to work with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder as an EMDR Certified Therapist, I serve adults, children and adolescents with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Eating Disorders, and ADD/ADHD, as well as individuals and families with grief and loss, stage of life/adjustment, behavioral, attachment, domestic violence and other abuse issues.
A graduate of the University of Southern California, I became involved in trauma and play therapy while at UCLA's Department of Pediatrics. Transitioning to private practice in 2003, I continue to work with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder as an EMDR Certified Therapist, I serve adults, children and adolescents with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Eating Disorders, and ADD/ADHD, as well as individuals and families with grief and loss, stage of life/adjustment, behavioral, attachment, domestic violence and other abuse issues.
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I'm a highly experienced psychologist who specializes in women's issues, LGBTQ+ community, especially bisexual and pansexual individuals, BIPOC folks, Asian Americans, concerns with sex, dating, and marriage, anxiety, social anxiety, family conflicts, body image, and eating disorders.
I believe that it takes great courage to take that first step in reaching out for help, whether you are coming from a place of sadness, anxiety, loneliness, grief, or confusion. It can also feel scary to look inward and honor your truth and to let your "true colors" shine. Together, we can process and sort through the pain and help you find meaning, clarity, healing, joy, and connection.
I'm a highly experienced psychologist who specializes in women's issues, LGBTQ+ community, especially bisexual and pansexual individuals, BIPOC folks, Asian Americans, concerns with sex, dating, and marriage, anxiety, social anxiety, family conflicts, body image, and eating disorders.
I believe that it takes great courage to take that first step in reaching out for help, whether you are coming from a place of sadness, anxiety, loneliness, grief, or confusion. It can also feel scary to look inward and honor your truth and to let your "true colors" shine. Together, we can process and sort through the pain and help you find meaning, clarity, healing, joy, and connection.
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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.