Eating Disorders Therapists in Winter Park, FL
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Renee Cherowitz
Counselor, LMHC, EMDR, ART, CCHt
Verified Verified
Winter Park, FL 32789
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, feelings of irritability, tearfulness or having consistent negative or irrational thoughts? Panic attacks? These may be symptoms of underlying core issues that have not been addressed. Many adults and children experience events that may have life-long consequences. Past events could include childhood experiences, addiction within the family, or acts of violence. Consequences may also include nightmares, insomnia, relational issues, addiction/substance abuse and physical symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, adolescents and families in the area of trauma, addiction/substance abuse, eating disorders, domestic violence and individuals involved with the dependency court system.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, feelings of irritability, tearfulness or having consistent negative or irrational thoughts? Panic attacks? These may be symptoms of underlying core issues that have not been addressed. Many adults and children experience events that may have life-long consequences. Past events could include childhood experiences, addiction within the family, or acts of violence. Consequences may also include nightmares, insomnia, relational issues, addiction/substance abuse and physical symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, adolescents and families in the area of trauma, addiction/substance abuse, eating disorders, domestic violence and individuals involved with the dependency court system.
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Jaclyn Pfingsten - Emdr Trauma Specialist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789
Struggling to overcome unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors? Therapy can be the place where you start making meaningful changes in your life. I aim to create a warm and non-judgmental space where you can safely explore all aspects of yourself. I'm passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, and perfectionism. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I'm here to support you on your journey towards personal growth and empowerment.
Struggling to overcome unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors? Therapy can be the place where you start making meaningful changes in your life. I aim to create a warm and non-judgmental space where you can safely explore all aspects of yourself. I'm passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, and perfectionism. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I'm here to support you on your journey towards personal growth and empowerment.
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Brie Clennon
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789
Do you find yourself overly focused on the food you are eating and how your body looks compared to others? Are you experiencing anxiety that is out of control and impacting your life? Have you experienced a recent loss and are struggling to cope? I am a compassionate, kind, and non-judgmental counselor who truly enjoys building strong relationships with my clients. I have experience working with clients with eating disorders, anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, depression, and grief.
Do you find yourself overly focused on the food you are eating and how your body looks compared to others? Are you experiencing anxiety that is out of control and impacting your life? Have you experienced a recent loss and are struggling to cope? I am a compassionate, kind, and non-judgmental counselor who truly enjoys building strong relationships with my clients. I have experience working with clients with eating disorders, anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, depression, and grief.
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Kristina Dawson
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789 (Online Only)
Struggling with an eating disorder can feel isolating, but you don't have to go through it alone. Are you looking for support? I'm a licensed therapist in Florida and South Carolina, specializing in helping individuals with eating disorders, trauma, and emotional challenges—all from the comfort of your home. As a Qualified Supervisor for interns and RMHCI, I create a safe virtual space where healing and peace can flourish. Whether you're a teenager or an adult, my goal is to provide you with the guidance and support to overcome your challenges and embrace a fulfilling life.
Struggling with an eating disorder can feel isolating, but you don't have to go through it alone. Are you looking for support? I'm a licensed therapist in Florida and South Carolina, specializing in helping individuals with eating disorders, trauma, and emotional challenges—all from the comfort of your home. As a Qualified Supervisor for interns and RMHCI, I create a safe virtual space where healing and peace can flourish. Whether you're a teenager or an adult, my goal is to provide you with the guidance and support to overcome your challenges and embrace a fulfilling life.
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I am trained in working with concerns related to anxiety, depression, eating disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder), self-esteem, abuse, body image, sports psychology, postpartum depression, parental stress, and performance anxiety in sports.
First, I just want to say that taking the first step to find a therapist is incredible. This is an exciting moment. Contacting a counselor can sometimes be a little intimidating (I know from experience!) but I want to reassure you that it is the start to an amazing journey. As your counselor I will be there to support you as you overcome challenges, change harmful habits or behaviors, and heal from the past/present. I work to provide a positive, safe, and peaceful environment for my clients. I welcome humor, honesty, and authenticity as you move towards your unique goals.
I am trained in working with concerns related to anxiety, depression, eating disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder), self-esteem, abuse, body image, sports psychology, postpartum depression, parental stress, and performance anxiety in sports.
First, I just want to say that taking the first step to find a therapist is incredible. This is an exciting moment. Contacting a counselor can sometimes be a little intimidating (I know from experience!) but I want to reassure you that it is the start to an amazing journey. As your counselor I will be there to support you as you overcome challenges, change harmful habits or behaviors, and heal from the past/present. I work to provide a positive, safe, and peaceful environment for my clients. I welcome humor, honesty, and authenticity as you move towards your unique goals.
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I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression & pain.
Whether from childhood sexual abuse, debilitating chronic pain or other life experiences, oftentimes we experience deep feelings of not being "enough" that shows up in different ways such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, & much more. Regardless of our identities, a lot of us are taught that vulnerability is a weakness and self-silencing “should be” prioritized. Avoidance of emotional pain can then become very natural whether conscious or not, but is costly to your physical & mental well-being. Want to reclaim your life from Anxiety, Pain, Illness, & Depression? Are you ready to heal your relationship with Food & Your Body?
I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression & pain.
Whether from childhood sexual abuse, debilitating chronic pain or other life experiences, oftentimes we experience deep feelings of not being "enough" that shows up in different ways such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, & much more. Regardless of our identities, a lot of us are taught that vulnerability is a weakness and self-silencing “should be” prioritized. Avoidance of emotional pain can then become very natural whether conscious or not, but is costly to your physical & mental well-being. Want to reclaim your life from Anxiety, Pain, Illness, & Depression? Are you ready to heal your relationship with Food & Your Body?
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Many clients come to counseling feeling like their lives may be lacking alignment, purpose, and understanding, and feel lost about which direction to go. I view myself as a partner walking alongside you on your journey towards balance and wholeness. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor in Fort Lauderdale, FL, that specializes in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, self-esteem, and relationship concerns
Many clients come to counseling feeling like their lives may be lacking alignment, purpose, and understanding, and feel lost about which direction to go. I view myself as a partner walking alongside you on your journey towards balance and wholeness. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor in Fort Lauderdale, FL, that specializes in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, self-esteem, and relationship concerns
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Passeri strongly believes in the importance of raising eating disorders awareness and providing specialized treatment.
Dr. Celine Passeri, Psy.D. CEDS-C is a clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of Eating Disorders and co-occurring mental health illnesses,. She is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) and CEDS Consultant. Dr. Passeri uses empirically based treatment modalities when working with her patients, which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Dr. Passeri provides individual, family and group counseling. Dr. Passeri is also the clinical advisor for Orlando children's eating disorder residential treatment center.
Passeri strongly believes in the importance of raising eating disorders awareness and providing specialized treatment.
Dr. Celine Passeri, Psy.D. CEDS-C is a clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of Eating Disorders and co-occurring mental health illnesses,. She is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) and CEDS Consultant. Dr. Passeri uses empirically based treatment modalities when working with her patients, which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Dr. Passeri provides individual, family and group counseling. Dr. Passeri is also the clinical advisor for Orlando children's eating disorder residential treatment center.
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I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, body dysmorphia, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depressive disorders, adjustment disorders, , grief and loss, self esteem, interpersonal difficulties and phase of life issues.
Life can be beautiful and also challenging and overwhelming. Sometimes we need a little help finding our way on our path towards healing. I believe in creating a safe space, listening with kindness and compassion and collaborating in the therapeutic process. As a therapist, it is my hope to walk alongside my clients, reminding them they are not alone, holding space for their pain and suffering and guiding them in the direction of peace, joy, compassion, understanding, and hope.
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, body dysmorphia, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depressive disorders, adjustment disorders, , grief and loss, self esteem, interpersonal difficulties and phase of life issues.
Life can be beautiful and also challenging and overwhelming. Sometimes we need a little help finding our way on our path towards healing. I believe in creating a safe space, listening with kindness and compassion and collaborating in the therapeutic process. As a therapist, it is my hope to walk alongside my clients, reminding them they are not alone, holding space for their pain and suffering and guiding them in the direction of peace, joy, compassion, understanding, and hope.
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My specialties include: anxiety, eating disorders, parenting strategies, helping blended families, the transgender process, working with teens, relationship counseling that maximizes on the couple's strengths.
I have a passion for helping. Whether you need help in dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting strategies, divorce, recovery from eating disorders, or grief, I'm here to assist you. If you’re a part of the medical field, or a first responder, know there is help. Maximize time in therapy with Client-Centered counseling focused on your well being. If you're struggling in any area of your life, there is hope. Life does not have to be full of anxiety, depression, and discord. Therapy is a collaborative process, and we'll work together to uncover what's at the root. There is a new way manage your life.
My specialties include: anxiety, eating disorders, parenting strategies, helping blended families, the transgender process, working with teens, relationship counseling that maximizes on the couple's strengths.
I have a passion for helping. Whether you need help in dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting strategies, divorce, recovery from eating disorders, or grief, I'm here to assist you. If you’re a part of the medical field, or a first responder, know there is help. Maximize time in therapy with Client-Centered counseling focused on your well being. If you're struggling in any area of your life, there is hope. Life does not have to be full of anxiety, depression, and discord. Therapy is a collaborative process, and we'll work together to uncover what's at the root. There is a new way manage your life.
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Amanda Wiegert
Counselor, LMHC, CEDS, MCAP
Verified Verified
Winter Park, FL 32789
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel crippled by anxiety, fear, or grief? Do you often feel stuck in the same unhealthy patterns? I truly believe that great healing can emerge when you allow yourself to be open to learning and exploring new ways of coping with difficult life experiences. Making the decision to begin counseling is the first step in your journey towards understanding your pain and finding fulfillment and purpose in your life. I specialize in working with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, sexuality, and grief. I also have extensive experience working with first responders and their families.
Do you feel crippled by anxiety, fear, or grief? Do you often feel stuck in the same unhealthy patterns? I truly believe that great healing can emerge when you allow yourself to be open to learning and exploring new ways of coping with difficult life experiences. Making the decision to begin counseling is the first step in your journey towards understanding your pain and finding fulfillment and purpose in your life. I specialize in working with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, sexuality, and grief. I also have extensive experience working with first responders and their families.
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My specialities includes working with pre-teens, adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders, body image, substance use addiction, self-injury, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship struggles, life transitions and trauma/abuse.
My specialities includes working with pre-teens, adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders, body image, substance use addiction, self-injury, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship struggles, life transitions and trauma/abuse.
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Blue Ridge Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Winter Park, FL 32792
We provide discrete and compassionate mental health support to individuals struggling with trauma, sexuality, gender, eating disorders, anxiety and depression.
If you're struggling to cope with stressors and triggers in day to day life, we are here to help. We know how debilitating and confusing it can be to navigate dealing with your own thoughts and emotions on a consistent basis. We are here to help you learn how to meet your needs and have improvement in your overall well being and mental health.
We provide discrete and compassionate mental health support to individuals struggling with trauma, sexuality, gender, eating disorders, anxiety and depression.
If you're struggling to cope with stressors and triggers in day to day life, we are here to help. We know how debilitating and confusing it can be to navigate dealing with your own thoughts and emotions on a consistent basis. We are here to help you learn how to meet your needs and have improvement in your overall well being and mental health.
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Shawn Peverly, LMHC, LLC
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789 (Online Only)
I work with life transitions, eating disorders, co-occurring addictions, conflict resolution, communication/ boundary setting within relationships, food restriction, food addiction issues, emotional eating and compulsive overeating, trauma, grief, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship and family issues, adjustment disorder.
I provide counseling for individuals as well as family and couples counseling. I work in private practice where I also lead and facilitate various types of group therapy. My goal is to seek positive changes in helping others manage and overcome their personal struggles or situations and see that each client's needs are met. I work to guide clients to embrace their challenges as opportunities for growth. Through counseling clients to seek their truth, I hold the relationship as a source of healing and empowerment
I work with life transitions, eating disorders, co-occurring addictions, conflict resolution, communication/ boundary setting within relationships, food restriction, food addiction issues, emotional eating and compulsive overeating, trauma, grief, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship and family issues, adjustment disorder.
I provide counseling for individuals as well as family and couples counseling. I work in private practice where I also lead and facilitate various types of group therapy. My goal is to seek positive changes in helping others manage and overcome their personal struggles or situations and see that each client's needs are met. I work to guide clients to embrace their challenges as opportunities for growth. Through counseling clients to seek their truth, I hold the relationship as a source of healing and empowerment
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Katlyn Duncan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32792 (Online Only)
Eating disorders are treatable and trauma does not have to take over your life.
Externally, you are accountable, social, and capable of completing all the tasks that life can throw at you, but internally, you’re struggling to get through the day and are overwhelmed by the constant nagging voice in your head. Memories of life’s painful moments come up at unwanted times. You’re afraid to take that leap into the unknown that can bring recovery and joy. I want you to know that life can be different. I am an eating disorder therapist, treating AN, BN, OSFED, and ARFID. My goal as a therapist is to walk with you through the ups and downs of life that come while fighting against the eating disorder and your fears.
Eating disorders are treatable and trauma does not have to take over your life.
Externally, you are accountable, social, and capable of completing all the tasks that life can throw at you, but internally, you’re struggling to get through the day and are overwhelmed by the constant nagging voice in your head. Memories of life’s painful moments come up at unwanted times. You’re afraid to take that leap into the unknown that can bring recovery and joy. I want you to know that life can be different. I am an eating disorder therapist, treating AN, BN, OSFED, and ARFID. My goal as a therapist is to walk with you through the ups and downs of life that come while fighting against the eating disorder and your fears.
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Stacey Herdegen
Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, IMT3648, NCC, CFRA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789 (Online Only)
My areas of treatment expertise include: eating disorders, anxiety & depressive disorders, trauma, and family/relational/interpersonal conflicts.
We all need & seek connection; connection with others, connection to certain feelings or things, connection to ideas & goals, connection with ourselves. Whether you're struggling with feelings of disconnection, or are looking to better manage/improve upon current connections, I believe that there is strength, growth, & hope in numbers - we weren't meant to go it alone. As a graduate from UCF with a Masters degree in Marriage, Couples, & Family therapy, I operate from a systemic perspective - utilizing an integrative, holistic approach.
My areas of treatment expertise include: eating disorders, anxiety & depressive disorders, trauma, and family/relational/interpersonal conflicts.
We all need & seek connection; connection with others, connection to certain feelings or things, connection to ideas & goals, connection with ourselves. Whether you're struggling with feelings of disconnection, or are looking to better manage/improve upon current connections, I believe that there is strength, growth, & hope in numbers - we weren't meant to go it alone. As a graduate from UCF with a Masters degree in Marriage, Couples, & Family therapy, I operate from a systemic perspective - utilizing an integrative, holistic approach.
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Feeling alone, misunderstood, self-destructive, stressed, stuck, disconnected, and/or not like yourself is often what it means to be human. It’s a human experience to struggle, but you don’t have to carry your own burdens any longer. Although I consider myself a generalist, I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, and trauma. Regardless of your reasons for seeking therapy, finding the right counselor for you means finding the right professional to help you hold and unpack your struggles, experiences, and vulnerabilities through thoughtful, evidence-based interventions.
Feeling alone, misunderstood, self-destructive, stressed, stuck, disconnected, and/or not like yourself is often what it means to be human. It’s a human experience to struggle, but you don’t have to carry your own burdens any longer. Although I consider myself a generalist, I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, and trauma. Regardless of your reasons for seeking therapy, finding the right counselor for you means finding the right professional to help you hold and unpack your struggles, experiences, and vulnerabilities through thoughtful, evidence-based interventions.
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I work with teens, adults, couples and families facing a variety of issues, and my specializations include: Anxiety, Depression, High Risk Adolescents, Marital and Relationships, Spirituality, Grief and Loss, Communication, Addiction, Abuse, PTSD, Career Consulting using The Career Direct Assessment, Eating Disorders, OCD, Sexuality, & Stress Management, Trauma and Neuropsychotherapy.
I work with clients seeking Couples Therapy, as well as, individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and anger. I specialize in working with those clients in crisis who need immediate intervention. Seasons Counseling also specializes in Life Transitions. I believe that every person has a story worth telling, and I seek to honor yours as we begin the journey together towards healing. You can expect to be treated with dignity and understanding. My own story of self-exploration, awareness, and emotional healing allows me to offer hope for change with empathy, compassion, and respect.
I work with teens, adults, couples and families facing a variety of issues, and my specializations include: Anxiety, Depression, High Risk Adolescents, Marital and Relationships, Spirituality, Grief and Loss, Communication, Addiction, Abuse, PTSD, Career Consulting using The Career Direct Assessment, Eating Disorders, OCD, Sexuality, & Stress Management, Trauma and Neuropsychotherapy.
I work with clients seeking Couples Therapy, as well as, individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and anger. I specialize in working with those clients in crisis who need immediate intervention. Seasons Counseling also specializes in Life Transitions. I believe that every person has a story worth telling, and I seek to honor yours as we begin the journey together towards healing. You can expect to be treated with dignity and understanding. My own story of self-exploration, awareness, and emotional healing allows me to offer hope for change with empathy, compassion, and respect.
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Sydney Willis
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32792
My therapeutic areas of specialty are those who experience anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma (including eating disorders and spiritual abuse).
I have known since I was quite young that my purpose in life is to assist others. I embrace the belief that every individual is deserving of kindness, love, and compassion and I feel incredibly grateful to be part of my client’s healing journey to happiness. I also deeply believe that in order for my clients to progress quickly, they require a safe, compassionate space to express themselves freely and authentically without fear of judgment or criticism. My goals are always to make sure that each and every client feels seen, heard, and honored.
My therapeutic areas of specialty are those who experience anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma (including eating disorders and spiritual abuse).
I have known since I was quite young that my purpose in life is to assist others. I embrace the belief that every individual is deserving of kindness, love, and compassion and I feel incredibly grateful to be part of my client’s healing journey to happiness. I also deeply believe that in order for my clients to progress quickly, they require a safe, compassionate space to express themselves freely and authentically without fear of judgment or criticism. My goals are always to make sure that each and every client feels seen, heard, and honored.
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I have experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, low self-esteem, spirituality concerns, and longstanding psychological distress.
Do you feel as if the same scene is playing out in your life over and over again and you have no ability to change the script? Do you feel powerless in managing your distressing emotions, or even in understanding why you feel the way you do? I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specialized in trauma-focused treatments for adults and teens. Each individual has inherent dignity and value, thus making them entitled to and worthy of the emotional healing they desire.
I have experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, low self-esteem, spirituality concerns, and longstanding psychological distress.
Do you feel as if the same scene is playing out in your life over and over again and you have no ability to change the script? Do you feel powerless in managing your distressing emotions, or even in understanding why you feel the way you do? I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specialized in trauma-focused treatments for adults and teens. Each individual has inherent dignity and value, thus making them entitled to and worthy of the emotional healing they desire.
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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.