Eating Disorders Therapists in Sonoma, CA
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Maddy Pettit
Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns of thinking and overwhelming emotions? Unprocessed trauma, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders can hinder our ability to live rich, meaningful lives. My passion is helping adults and teens bravely face these unwanted parts of themselves to find new ways of coping and expressing emotions. I take a strengths-based approach to therapy and enjoy helping clients reconnect to the parts of themselves that bring them joy, creativity, and pride.
Are you feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns of thinking and overwhelming emotions? Unprocessed trauma, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders can hinder our ability to live rich, meaningful lives. My passion is helping adults and teens bravely face these unwanted parts of themselves to find new ways of coping and expressing emotions. I take a strengths-based approach to therapy and enjoy helping clients reconnect to the parts of themselves that bring them joy, creativity, and pride.
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Kindness and Compassion Creates Action [KCCA]
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476
Eating disorders are not just about food.
Starting a journey towards recovery can be a brave and empowering decision, and you don't have to face it alone. At KCCA Therapy Services, we are here to support you. We strive to provide a nurturing environment where individuals can find solace, growth, and a deeper understanding of themselves through our compassionate approach, extensive knowledge, and proven methods. There is a more profound complexity to eating disorders beyond just food. These conditions are intricately intertwined with one's emotional well-being, self-image, and daily experiences.
Eating disorders are not just about food.
Starting a journey towards recovery can be a brave and empowering decision, and you don't have to face it alone. At KCCA Therapy Services, we are here to support you. We strive to provide a nurturing environment where individuals can find solace, growth, and a deeper understanding of themselves through our compassionate approach, extensive knowledge, and proven methods. There is a more profound complexity to eating disorders beyond just food. These conditions are intricately intertwined with one's emotional well-being, self-image, and daily experiences.
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I have worked with individuals and families through many life transitions and traumas: including, divorce, substance abuse, eating disorders, behavioral issues, and the traditional stressors of daily life.
Life is full of transitions that aren't always easy to navigate, especially after experiencing a pandemic. I want to help you tap into your inner strength in order to live your best life. I love working with individuals, teens, and couples who are willing to step out of their comfort zones so that they can start to believe in themselves. Reaching out for help isn't always easy, but I believe that you are capable of doing hard things. The therapeutic journey takes a lot of courage and bravery, but when we work together, the result can be pretty spectacular.
I have worked with individuals and families through many life transitions and traumas: including, divorce, substance abuse, eating disorders, behavioral issues, and the traditional stressors of daily life.
Life is full of transitions that aren't always easy to navigate, especially after experiencing a pandemic. I want to help you tap into your inner strength in order to live your best life. I love working with individuals, teens, and couples who are willing to step out of their comfort zones so that they can start to believe in themselves. Reaching out for help isn't always easy, but I believe that you are capable of doing hard things. The therapeutic journey takes a lot of courage and bravery, but when we work together, the result can be pretty spectacular.
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My areas of special interest are family relationships, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, domestic violence, sexual abuse, gender identity, and trauma.
Are you struggling in an important relationship? Are you at a crossroads in your career or your life, and are unsure of what path to take? Are the ghosts of past trauma or loss impacting your ability to have a healthy relationship with yourself and others? Are you dealing with anxiety or depression and finding it hard to live the life that you long to live? If so, I would be honored to work alongside you as you navigate the challenges you are facing and come to a place of clarity and healing.
My areas of special interest are family relationships, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, domestic violence, sexual abuse, gender identity, and trauma.
Are you struggling in an important relationship? Are you at a crossroads in your career or your life, and are unsure of what path to take? Are the ghosts of past trauma or loss impacting your ability to have a healthy relationship with yourself and others? Are you dealing with anxiety or depression and finding it hard to live the life that you long to live? If so, I would be honored to work alongside you as you navigate the challenges you are facing and come to a place of clarity and healing.
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When we meet you will enjoy a private and safe environment to discuss and explore the hopes and challenges you are facing. I care about your wishes, needs and/or goals in the therapy. I work with adults, couples and families. Forty years as a psychotherapist has taught me to emphasize your strengths and hopes. I will support you in a reassuring and respectful way in identifying your needs. I work with most issues, but specialize in areas of: life transitions, couples communication and relationship issues, conflict resolution, harm reduction, fulfillment, eating and shifting areas of unhappiness towards a more alive and vital life.
When we meet you will enjoy a private and safe environment to discuss and explore the hopes and challenges you are facing. I care about your wishes, needs and/or goals in the therapy. I work with adults, couples and families. Forty years as a psychotherapist has taught me to emphasize your strengths and hopes. I will support you in a reassuring and respectful way in identifying your needs. I work with most issues, but specialize in areas of: life transitions, couples communication and relationship issues, conflict resolution, harm reduction, fulfillment, eating and shifting areas of unhappiness towards a more alive and vital life.
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Julieanna Gonsalves
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sonoma, CA 95476 (Online Only)
I help perfectionistic women and teenage girls conquer inner struggles that create and perpetuate unwanted, often debilitating, mental and emotional stresses. I specialize in treating anxiety, body image issues, unhelpful eating behaviors, and depression. Does your penchant for perfection interfere with your sense of self and/or rob your joy? Does criticism of yourself cloud your perception and/or erode your confidence? Does your need to be in control leave you drained and with little time or energy for anything else?
I help perfectionistic women and teenage girls conquer inner struggles that create and perpetuate unwanted, often debilitating, mental and emotional stresses. I specialize in treating anxiety, body image issues, unhelpful eating behaviors, and depression. Does your penchant for perfection interfere with your sense of self and/or rob your joy? Does criticism of yourself cloud your perception and/or erode your confidence? Does your need to be in control leave you drained and with little time or energy for anything else?
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Sara Brashear
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476 (Online Only)
Traumatic experiences, whether the big ones everyone recognizes or the more subtle emotional injuries suffered by many, leave their mark. They may be hard to forget or make other things hard to remember. I work with you to feel better in the present moment and resolve the past. Areas that may benefit from the resolution of past difficulties are concentration, happiness, relationships and career success, among others.
Traumatic experiences, whether the big ones everyone recognizes or the more subtle emotional injuries suffered by many, leave their mark. They may be hard to forget or make other things hard to remember. I work with you to feel better in the present moment and resolve the past. Areas that may benefit from the resolution of past difficulties are concentration, happiness, relationships and career success, among others.
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Is your child or young adult struggling to function at school and home? Do you feel like you have tried everything and it hasn't worked? Has their behavior or mental health challenges become so unmanageable that they need more help than local services can provide? Let us help you.
Is your child or young adult struggling to function at school and home? Do you feel like you have tried everything and it hasn't worked? Has their behavior or mental health challenges become so unmanageable that they need more help than local services can provide? Let us help you.
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Danielle Saporta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476 (Online Only)
I believe in the power of the arts, humor, connection and play as vehicles for transformation and healing, whether you're a child, teen, or adult. I work with folks who want to improve their communication, have thriving relationships, and just feel a whole lot better! Life is messy and constantly changing! Whether you are experiencing a major life transition, relationship or career change, or simply feeling overwhelmed or lost, I’m here to help you navigate your way through. I'll stand alongside you, your teen, or your child, and help guide toward a healthier, happier self and family. Increased fulfillment and meaning are possible.
I believe in the power of the arts, humor, connection and play as vehicles for transformation and healing, whether you're a child, teen, or adult. I work with folks who want to improve their communication, have thriving relationships, and just feel a whole lot better! Life is messy and constantly changing! Whether you are experiencing a major life transition, relationship or career change, or simply feeling overwhelmed or lost, I’m here to help you navigate your way through. I'll stand alongside you, your teen, or your child, and help guide toward a healthier, happier self and family. Increased fulfillment and meaning are possible.
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Is constant fighting with your spouse or partner getting to you? Are conflicts with others becoming more frequent? Is parenting turning out to be more difficult than you thought it would be? Call me and discover how counseling can help you feel more connected in your relationships, find relief from your emotional pain, and learn skills to live at your full potential.
Is constant fighting with your spouse or partner getting to you? Are conflicts with others becoming more frequent? Is parenting turning out to be more difficult than you thought it would be? Call me and discover how counseling can help you feel more connected in your relationships, find relief from your emotional pain, and learn skills to live at your full potential.
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Most of us want the same thing: to be happy. If you are on this website, you are most likely experiencing some discomfort - mental, physical, emotional - and have realized that sometimes it's hard to go it alone. You may be facing tenacious challenges like loneliness, less-than-satisfying relationships, illness, ADHD, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, body/food conflicts, procrastination and parenting issues. If so, having someone who knows the terrain makes for a more successful outcome.
Most of us want the same thing: to be happy. If you are on this website, you are most likely experiencing some discomfort - mental, physical, emotional - and have realized that sometimes it's hard to go it alone. You may be facing tenacious challenges like loneliness, less-than-satisfying relationships, illness, ADHD, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, body/food conflicts, procrastination and parenting issues. If so, having someone who knows the terrain makes for a more successful outcome.
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I believe in the holistic approach to healing and integrate many different modalities, theories and techniques to tailor each session to your individual needs. I have trained in Attachment based EMDR, which I have found to be extremely helpful to shift old Traumas and PTSD symptoms. I offer somatic therapy, helping people connect their bodies to their emotions as well as meditation, mindfulness and lots of humor. I provide a really laid back atmosphere where it feels comfortable to share and be yourself.
I believe in the holistic approach to healing and integrate many different modalities, theories and techniques to tailor each session to your individual needs. I have trained in Attachment based EMDR, which I have found to be extremely helpful to shift old Traumas and PTSD symptoms. I offer somatic therapy, helping people connect their bodies to their emotions as well as meditation, mindfulness and lots of humor. I provide a really laid back atmosphere where it feels comfortable to share and be yourself.
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Do you feel alone, lost, empty, or dissatisfied? Are you struggling with meaningless work or overwhelmed about the state of our world? Do you want to feel happy and peaceful so you can appreciate and enjoy your life? Maybe you long to have time in the wild and beautiful natural places. Perhaps you desire supportive and healthy relationships with people who share your values. Or maybe your deepest wish is to know your purpose, to be involved in inspiring and meaningful work where you can know and share your gifts.
Do you feel alone, lost, empty, or dissatisfied? Are you struggling with meaningless work or overwhelmed about the state of our world? Do you want to feel happy and peaceful so you can appreciate and enjoy your life? Maybe you long to have time in the wild and beautiful natural places. Perhaps you desire supportive and healthy relationships with people who share your values. Or maybe your deepest wish is to know your purpose, to be involved in inspiring and meaningful work where you can know and share your gifts.
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A Marie Mastrup
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sonoma, CA 95476 (Online Only)
Limited openings, please e-mail for availability. After 15 years working with community-based agencies in multiple roles as well as about 20 years working with vulnerable youth, I am happily dedicated to private practice care. My practice is centered around whole-person treatment. Together, we will explore root causes to your symptoms, the narrative of your family system, process old trauma and develop healthy coping skills to manage your symptoms. Trauma, OCD, ADHD, Generalized Anxiety and Codependency Treatment, are my primary specialties. I look forward to learning about and helping you identify your unique goals for therapy.
Limited openings, please e-mail for availability. After 15 years working with community-based agencies in multiple roles as well as about 20 years working with vulnerable youth, I am happily dedicated to private practice care. My practice is centered around whole-person treatment. Together, we will explore root causes to your symptoms, the narrative of your family system, process old trauma and develop healthy coping skills to manage your symptoms. Trauma, OCD, ADHD, Generalized Anxiety and Codependency Treatment, are my primary specialties. I look forward to learning about and helping you identify your unique goals for therapy.
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Would you like to feel better about yourself and your relationships? Are you trying to do the best you can, but feel stuck or overwhelmed in certain areas? Therapy with me may help you discover new ways to look at stuck places or difficult situations. Together we will develop a unique plan to help you feel better in your own skin, and to show up more fully in your life, your relationships and your work. I balance the seriousness of therapy with light-hearted humor and playful inquiry. My office is a safe space to explore your shadow, your light, and all the dimensions in between. You deserve to have access to your full self.
Would you like to feel better about yourself and your relationships? Are you trying to do the best you can, but feel stuck or overwhelmed in certain areas? Therapy with me may help you discover new ways to look at stuck places or difficult situations. Together we will develop a unique plan to help you feel better in your own skin, and to show up more fully in your life, your relationships and your work. I balance the seriousness of therapy with light-hearted humor and playful inquiry. My office is a safe space to explore your shadow, your light, and all the dimensions in between. You deserve to have access to your full self.
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It can take time, effort and courage to call and arrive at a therapist's office. There is the apprehension of what this experience will be like, especially if it is your first time, or perhaps if you are trying again after a previous unsatisfactory experience. After you make the call, and once you begin, there is hope. And that alone is enough to sustain you while you work toward self-understanding and/or improved communication with your mate or children. The investment is worthwhile. The relief can be profound.
It can take time, effort and courage to call and arrive at a therapist's office. There is the apprehension of what this experience will be like, especially if it is your first time, or perhaps if you are trying again after a previous unsatisfactory experience. After you make the call, and once you begin, there is hope. And that alone is enough to sustain you while you work toward self-understanding and/or improved communication with your mate or children. The investment is worthwhile. The relief can be profound.
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I am a Licensed Psychologist with more than 30 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. I specialize in trauma-informed brain and body focused psychological treatment, as well as life coaching. In addition to traditional talk psychotherapy and life coaching, I use Brainspotting as a particular method to help clients heal from trauma, improve performance, and expand health and creativity.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with more than 30 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. I specialize in trauma-informed brain and body focused psychological treatment, as well as life coaching. In addition to traditional talk psychotherapy and life coaching, I use Brainspotting as a particular method to help clients heal from trauma, improve performance, and expand health and creativity.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing compassionate evidence-based psychotherapy to adults and adolescents. This work is a life calling to me and I am passionate about helping clients quiet the self-critic that lives inside us all. My clients learn how to practice self-compassion and use mindfulness to cope with the challenges in life. I specialize in helping people with difficulties like anxiety, depression and stress.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing compassionate evidence-based psychotherapy to adults and adolescents. This work is a life calling to me and I am passionate about helping clients quiet the self-critic that lives inside us all. My clients learn how to practice self-compassion and use mindfulness to cope with the challenges in life. I specialize in helping people with difficulties like anxiety, depression and stress.
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I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), an evidenced based approach to treating a variety of clinical problems, including trauma, adverse life experiences, anxiety, depression and pain. EMDR targets past/current issues, and helps clients to face the future more adaptively. I also provide a range of additional services, including psychological assessments, pre-employment evaluations, expert witness testimony, trainings to various agencies and companies on topics including trauma, resiliency, mental health awareness and communication skills. I'm also a certified psychedelic assisted therapist.
I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), an evidenced based approach to treating a variety of clinical problems, including trauma, adverse life experiences, anxiety, depression and pain. EMDR targets past/current issues, and helps clients to face the future more adaptively. I also provide a range of additional services, including psychological assessments, pre-employment evaluations, expert witness testimony, trainings to various agencies and companies on topics including trauma, resiliency, mental health awareness and communication skills. I'm also a certified psychedelic assisted therapist.
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"Creating the life you truly want to live requires courage and tenacity. As a psychologist, coach, healer and entrepreneur, I am committed to 'walking my talk' and creating a joyous life for myself and others. My purpose in life is to encourage, inspire and support people to live their lives with Adventure, Joy, and Spirit and truly make a difference in this world." Phylis
"Creating the life you truly want to live requires courage and tenacity. As a psychologist, coach, healer and entrepreneur, I am committed to 'walking my talk' and creating a joyous life for myself and others. My purpose in life is to encourage, inspire and support people to live their lives with Adventure, Joy, and Spirit and truly make a difference in this world." Phylis
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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.