Eating Disorders Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA
Richard Barnes Treating Adolescents Adults And Families
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Treating individuals who struggle with an eating disorder takes a provider who has extensive experience in the treatment of eating disorders. One who understands the complexity and power of the eating disorder, and the patience and understanding that is needed to support an individual on the challenging journey towards recovery, maintaining recovery, and relapse prevention. Most often, this journey involves not only the client, but their family and support system as well.
Treating individuals who struggle with an eating disorder takes a provider who has extensive experience in the treatment of eating disorders. One who understands the complexity and power of the eating disorder, and the patience and understanding that is needed to support an individual on the challenging journey towards recovery, maintaining recovery, and relapse prevention. Most often, this journey involves not only the client, but their family and support system as well.
Makenna Robery (Clements)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
I'm a licensed therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, with a particular focus on young adult women and athletes who struggle with restriction and compulsive exercise. In addition to my work with eating disorders, I also support young adults navigating major life transitions, reducing anxiety, and working through family or interpersonal issues. My approach prioritizes stabilizing disordered behaviors to create a foundation for long-term recovery. We then delve into exploring the underlying emotional and psychological factors driving your behaviors through a largely psychodynamic lens.
I'm a licensed therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, with a particular focus on young adult women and athletes who struggle with restriction and compulsive exercise. In addition to my work with eating disorders, I also support young adults navigating major life transitions, reducing anxiety, and working through family or interpersonal issues. My approach prioritizes stabilizing disordered behaviors to create a foundation for long-term recovery. We then delve into exploring the underlying emotional and psychological factors driving your behaviors through a largely psychodynamic lens.
Daniela (Dani) Pallafacchina
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, MAMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
My specialties include relationships, attachment trauma, gender identity, eating disorders, addictions, adolescence, infertility, postpartum depression, and aging.
Hello! I'm a postdoctoral level therapist with experience working with a variety of clients who have different backgrounds, interests, and concerns. I work with individuals, both adults and adolescents, in a safe, understanding, accepting, non-judgmental environment. My intent is to focus on you as an individual, honor your experience, and genuinely hear your truth. I foster an inclusive environment for everyone, honoring your sexuality and gender.
My specialties include relationships, attachment trauma, gender identity, eating disorders, addictions, adolescence, infertility, postpartum depression, and aging.
Hello! I'm a postdoctoral level therapist with experience working with a variety of clients who have different backgrounds, interests, and concerns. I work with individuals, both adults and adolescents, in a safe, understanding, accepting, non-judgmental environment. My intent is to focus on you as an individual, honor your experience, and genuinely hear your truth. I foster an inclusive environment for everyone, honoring your sexuality and gender.
Madison E Steele
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Online Only)
I’m Madison Steele, LMFT specializing in eating disorders and co-occurring diagnoses since 2019. With extensive experience in inpatient,Residential, PHP, and IOP settings. I'm looking forward to I have had the privilege of working with individuals throughout the lifespan. It's important to note that when working with eating disorders, I require collaboration with a registered dietitian to ensure comprehensive care. As a BIPOC therapist, I take pride in offering a client-centered approach to recovery and mental health care. I meet clients where they're at, providing a supportive and judgement free space.
I’m Madison Steele, LMFT specializing in eating disorders and co-occurring diagnoses since 2019. With extensive experience in inpatient,Residential, PHP, and IOP settings. I'm looking forward to I have had the privilege of working with individuals throughout the lifespan. It's important to note that when working with eating disorders, I require collaboration with a registered dietitian to ensure comprehensive care. As a BIPOC therapist, I take pride in offering a client-centered approach to recovery and mental health care. I meet clients where they're at, providing a supportive and judgement free space.
Although I work with a broad range of issues, some of my specialties are eating disorders, addiction, codependency, life transitions, and relationship problems.
As I am aware that the process of searching for a therapist can be overwhelming, I would like to commend you for taking this first step. You will find that I provide a warm, respectful environment which will make it more comfortable for you to engage in the process of understanding yourself and your relationships more deeply and fully. I believe that each person is unique, and, together, with genuine curiosity and a safe atmosphere, we will uncover your individual needs.
Although I work with a broad range of issues, some of my specialties are eating disorders, addiction, codependency, life transitions, and relationship problems.
As I am aware that the process of searching for a therapist can be overwhelming, I would like to commend you for taking this first step. You will find that I provide a warm, respectful environment which will make it more comfortable for you to engage in the process of understanding yourself and your relationships more deeply and fully. I believe that each person is unique, and, together, with genuine curiosity and a safe atmosphere, we will uncover your individual needs.
I often speak at conferences about eating disorders and related issues, and consult with and train clinicians, hospitals and clinics who want to learn more about treating these illnesses.
I specialize in helping people through life transitions of all kinds- from work/career to family and personal. Change is a part of life, and it can be disruptive, unsettling, and challenging. It can also be an opportunity for creativity and evaluation of our lives. I help people assess where they are now, where they want to go, and how to get there. Trained as a high level violinist, I have a particular passion for helping musicians and athletes through transitions related to their sport or instrument- things like dealing with injuries, or making decisions about whether to pursue athletics or music at the next higher level.
I often speak at conferences about eating disorders and related issues, and consult with and train clinicians, hospitals and clinics who want to learn more about treating these illnesses.
I specialize in helping people through life transitions of all kinds- from work/career to family and personal. Change is a part of life, and it can be disruptive, unsettling, and challenging. It can also be an opportunity for creativity and evaluation of our lives. I help people assess where they are now, where they want to go, and how to get there. Trained as a high level violinist, I have a particular passion for helping musicians and athletes through transitions related to their sport or instrument- things like dealing with injuries, or making decisions about whether to pursue athletics or music at the next higher level.
My name is Dr. Zoltan Nabilek (Ze/hir), but my patients refer to me as "Dr. Z". I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over fifteen years of experience in the field. I specialize in issues surrounding eating disorders, sexuality and intimacy. I work with diverse individuals with all gender expressions, with differently abled bodies, sexual orientations, and interests in Kink/BDSM/Poly lifestyles. I aim to help my clients achieve powerful change, with an approach that is highly personalized, that integrates innovative and evidence-based techniques to achieve their goals.
My name is Dr. Zoltan Nabilek (Ze/hir), but my patients refer to me as "Dr. Z". I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over fifteen years of experience in the field. I specialize in issues surrounding eating disorders, sexuality and intimacy. I work with diverse individuals with all gender expressions, with differently abled bodies, sexual orientations, and interests in Kink/BDSM/Poly lifestyles. I aim to help my clients achieve powerful change, with an approach that is highly personalized, that integrates innovative and evidence-based techniques to achieve their goals.
As a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS), many of my patients suffer from Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, and other related disorders such as negative body image, OCD, anxiety and/or depression.
I work with individuals, couples and families that are ready for help and wanting to make a change in their life. For almost 30years I've treated depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship problems, as well as difficulties stemming from past abuse or trauma. My philosophy about therapy is not one size fits all. I have been trained in Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Family Systems as well as other methods of therapy; and I draw on whatever techniques and methods work best for each unique individual or individuals with whom I'm working.
As a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS), many of my patients suffer from Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, and other related disorders such as negative body image, OCD, anxiety and/or depression.
I work with individuals, couples and families that are ready for help and wanting to make a change in their life. For almost 30years I've treated depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship problems, as well as difficulties stemming from past abuse or trauma. My philosophy about therapy is not one size fits all. I have been trained in Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Family Systems as well as other methods of therapy; and I draw on whatever techniques and methods work best for each unique individual or individuals with whom I'm working.
Andria Marie Cremolini
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
I specialize in working with preteens, teens and young adults with eating disorders, depression and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, and trauma. I am passionate about working with individuals who want to foster a greater sense of self compassion, to improve self worth and body image, or to work to develop more satisfying relationships with others. I work collaboratively and from a strength-based perspective to aide in the development of skills that allow you to live a full and more meaningful life. My therapeutic style is warm, engaging and respectful.
I specialize in working with preteens, teens and young adults with eating disorders, depression and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, and trauma. I am passionate about working with individuals who want to foster a greater sense of self compassion, to improve self worth and body image, or to work to develop more satisfying relationships with others. I work collaboratively and from a strength-based perspective to aide in the development of skills that allow you to live a full and more meaningful life. My therapeutic style is warm, engaging and respectful.
I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults with eating disorders including picky eating as well as other health-related issues including IBS, childhood abdominal pain, and obesity.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who is passionate in providing evidence-based treatments in a warm and collaborative manner. At this time, I am only offering video therapy for individuals and families that desire my services and specialties (Software is HIPPA compliant to ensure that your information is encrypted, protected, and confidential).
I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults with eating disorders including picky eating as well as other health-related issues including IBS, childhood abdominal pain, and obesity.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who is passionate in providing evidence-based treatments in a warm and collaborative manner. At this time, I am only offering video therapy for individuals and families that desire my services and specialties (Software is HIPPA compliant to ensure that your information is encrypted, protected, and confidential).
Erin Osanna-Barba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict, trauma (current and childhood), eating disorders, and negative body image.
With over 21 years of experience with crisis intervention, interpersonal violence, trauma, grief, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder through work as a Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Counselor, Crime Victim’s Advocate within the criminal court system, a Director of a sexual assault and violence prevention program on a college campus, and primary therapist at an outpatient eating disorder treatment center, I am skilled at creating a safe space for clients. I see clients who need support in various stages of life, who are experiencing difficult situations and transitions.
I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict, trauma (current and childhood), eating disorders, and negative body image.
With over 21 years of experience with crisis intervention, interpersonal violence, trauma, grief, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder through work as a Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Counselor, Crime Victim’s Advocate within the criminal court system, a Director of a sexual assault and violence prevention program on a college campus, and primary therapist at an outpatient eating disorder treatment center, I am skilled at creating a safe space for clients. I see clients who need support in various stages of life, who are experiencing difficult situations and transitions.
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My diverse training at UCSC, USF, Stanford University, Fremont Hospital, and as Program Director at Center For Discovery, specializing in treatment of adolescents struggling with eating disorders, has helped me to be sensitive to cultural differences, knowledgeable about a wide array of mental health struggles, and that providing a quality and comfortable relationship, is integral.
I can attest,having worked with many clients over the years, I have witnessed time and time again the true value that a psychotherapeutic relationship can provide. Through hard work, growing authenticity, and commitment, a therapeutic relationship brings forth genuine opportunities for new & useful insight, new eye opening perspectives, the application of new and working coping skills, a freedom from debilitating challenges like anxiety, panic, depression, a renewed & focused life plan, significant transformational changes, and more. Therapy can have a significant impact, once you make the powerful decision to seek treatment, and develop new belief that life can be different.
My diverse training at UCSC, USF, Stanford University, Fremont Hospital, and as Program Director at Center For Discovery, specializing in treatment of adolescents struggling with eating disorders, has helped me to be sensitive to cultural differences, knowledgeable about a wide array of mental health struggles, and that providing a quality and comfortable relationship, is integral.
I can attest,having worked with many clients over the years, I have witnessed time and time again the true value that a psychotherapeutic relationship can provide. Through hard work, growing authenticity, and commitment, a therapeutic relationship brings forth genuine opportunities for new & useful insight, new eye opening perspectives, the application of new and working coping skills, a freedom from debilitating challenges like anxiety, panic, depression, a renewed & focused life plan, significant transformational changes, and more. Therapy can have a significant impact, once you make the powerful decision to seek treatment, and develop new belief that life can be different.
I work with a diversified population from individuals with eating disorders to marriage problems i.
I have been licensed for almost 30 years and know how much people struggle in their relationships. I work with anxious and depressed clients and people who feel hopeless about making change occur. I am very interactive and help by giving feedback and suggestions to improve your situation. I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy and psychdynamic explorative therapy.
I work with a diversified population from individuals with eating disorders to marriage problems i.
I have been licensed for almost 30 years and know how much people struggle in their relationships. I work with anxious and depressed clients and people who feel hopeless about making change occur. I am very interactive and help by giving feedback and suggestions to improve your situation. I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy and psychdynamic explorative therapy.
Mind Matters Psychotherapy Coaching & EMDR
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
We have therapists who specialize in EMDR, eating disorders, substance use/abuse, complicated family dynamics, and more.
We are a group of clinicians committed to providing skilled, supportive therapy and coaching to our clients. Our therapists use a strength-based approach to building relationships with clients that provide the trust needed to make big change. We specialize in seeing women in transitional stages of life, including but not limited to; pre-and postpartum struggles, anxiety, eating disorders, addictive behaviors, depression, role confusion, relationship stress, parenting dynamics and trauma. We love to see couples, children and individual adults ready to move past barriers and experience more joy in relationships and life.
We have therapists who specialize in EMDR, eating disorders, substance use/abuse, complicated family dynamics, and more.
We are a group of clinicians committed to providing skilled, supportive therapy and coaching to our clients. Our therapists use a strength-based approach to building relationships with clients that provide the trust needed to make big change. We specialize in seeing women in transitional stages of life, including but not limited to; pre-and postpartum struggles, anxiety, eating disorders, addictive behaviors, depression, role confusion, relationship stress, parenting dynamics and trauma. We love to see couples, children and individual adults ready to move past barriers and experience more joy in relationships and life.
My specialties include trauma, anxiety, dysfunctional family systems, codependency, parenting issues, child-parent mental health, eating disorders, and life transitions.
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
My specialties include trauma, anxiety, dysfunctional family systems, codependency, parenting issues, child-parent mental health, eating disorders, and life transitions.
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
My strengths and passions include working with individuals navigating relationship challenges, issues of young adulthood, new parenthood, peripartum and postpartum mood disorders, survivors of sexual abuse, eating disorders and issues of grief and loss.
I am a strength-based therapist with a warm, nonjudgmental and direct approach. Championing evidence based practices such as ACT, cognitive behavioral and interpersonal therapy, I utilize these modalities to help you evaluate and work through maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors that are keeping you "stuck" in your present situation. I will work collaboratively with you to create a culturally sensitive and uniquely tailored treatment plan. Holding a strong belief that therapeutic relationship is a privilege, I approach all my clients with curiosity, compassion and empathy.
My strengths and passions include working with individuals navigating relationship challenges, issues of young adulthood, new parenthood, peripartum and postpartum mood disorders, survivors of sexual abuse, eating disorders and issues of grief and loss.
I am a strength-based therapist with a warm, nonjudgmental and direct approach. Championing evidence based practices such as ACT, cognitive behavioral and interpersonal therapy, I utilize these modalities to help you evaluate and work through maladaptive thought patterns and behaviors that are keeping you "stuck" in your present situation. I will work collaboratively with you to create a culturally sensitive and uniquely tailored treatment plan. Holding a strong belief that therapeutic relationship is a privilege, I approach all my clients with curiosity, compassion and empathy.
Ezgi Rozenshteyn
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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I specialize in CBT, Trauma-Based Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Anxiety, OCD, Phobias, Relationships, Separations, Family/ Couples Conflicts and Crises, and Eating Disorders.
I work with issues related to anxiety, stress, phobias, perfectionism, relationships, self-criticism, body image, self-esteem and trauma. I prioritize establishing a trusting relationship with my clients to help them achieve meaningful and lasting change. My approach is evidence-based and solution-focused. I customize my treatments to meet the specific needs of each individual and their family, with a primary emphasis on addressing their goals, potential, and challenges. I am dedicated to providing my clients with tools to explore their patterns, decrease emotional distress, manage conflicts, and cultivate meaningful connections.
I specialize in CBT, Trauma-Based Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Anxiety, OCD, Phobias, Relationships, Separations, Family/ Couples Conflicts and Crises, and Eating Disorders.
I work with issues related to anxiety, stress, phobias, perfectionism, relationships, self-criticism, body image, self-esteem and trauma. I prioritize establishing a trusting relationship with my clients to help them achieve meaningful and lasting change. My approach is evidence-based and solution-focused. I customize my treatments to meet the specific needs of each individual and their family, with a primary emphasis on addressing their goals, potential, and challenges. I am dedicated to providing my clients with tools to explore their patterns, decrease emotional distress, manage conflicts, and cultivate meaningful connections.
Sharon Go
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Online Only)
Building relationships is a strength of mine and I love using that as a vehicle for healing and personal growth. I work with adolescents, young adults, families and couples in exploring past trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relational issues. I value open communication and a willingness to be vulnerable as the keys to growth and change!
Building relationships is a strength of mine and I love using that as a vehicle for healing and personal growth. I work with adolescents, young adults, families and couples in exploring past trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relational issues. I value open communication and a willingness to be vulnerable as the keys to growth and change!
My areas of specialization include: Relationship Issues, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Gender Transitions, Addictions, Eating Disorders, Resolving Past Trauma, Career Issues, and Treating Depression, and Anxiety.
Searching for a therapist is a brave act of self-love. Reaching out for help can be difficult. In our work together, your goals, your hopes, issues and your dreams for the future are at the center. This is your time to explore, to heal, and to grow. Old patterns may be difficult to change. A trained therapist can help you to make the changes you need in order to live a happy and fulfilling life.
My areas of specialization include: Relationship Issues, LGBTQ+ Concerns, Gender Transitions, Addictions, Eating Disorders, Resolving Past Trauma, Career Issues, and Treating Depression, and Anxiety.
Searching for a therapist is a brave act of self-love. Reaching out for help can be difficult. In our work together, your goals, your hopes, issues and your dreams for the future are at the center. This is your time to explore, to heal, and to grow. Old patterns may be difficult to change. A trained therapist can help you to make the changes you need in order to live a happy and fulfilling life.
I primarily work with individual clients ages 14 and up who are coping with challenges such as anxiety, eating disorders, life transitions, body image distress, women's issues, trauma histories, and relationship challenges.
Therapy is for everyone. No matter where you are in your personal journey, my role is to hold a safe space for you to reflect, explore, heal and move towards your goals. Together, we’ll highlight the strengths and resilience you already have, as well as identify opportunities for shifts that align with your hopes and values. My therapeutic demeanor is warm, friendly, empathetic, and nonjudgmental. I strive to take a holistic approach to your mental health journey by considering a range of factors that may impact you. It is a tremendous privilege to hold space for my clients and be a companion on their therapy journeys.
I primarily work with individual clients ages 14 and up who are coping with challenges such as anxiety, eating disorders, life transitions, body image distress, women's issues, trauma histories, and relationship challenges.
Therapy is for everyone. No matter where you are in your personal journey, my role is to hold a safe space for you to reflect, explore, heal and move towards your goals. Together, we’ll highlight the strengths and resilience you already have, as well as identify opportunities for shifts that align with your hopes and values. My therapeutic demeanor is warm, friendly, empathetic, and nonjudgmental. I strive to take a holistic approach to your mental health journey by considering a range of factors that may impact you. It is a tremendous privilege to hold space for my clients and be a companion on their therapy journeys.
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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.