Eating Disorders Therapists in Walpole, MA
I have a wide range of experience including adjustment and conduct disorders, anxiety, ADD, ASD, depression, eating disorders, trauma, PTSD, grief, adoption, and OCD.
I am a licensed mental health counselor at Compass Social Skills and Counseling in Wrentham, and school adjustment counselor. I work with children and teens using individual counseling techniques including CBT and behavior therapy. I enjoy supporting children and teens through conflict and helping them to see their strengths along the way.
I have a wide range of experience including adjustment and conduct disorders, anxiety, ADD, ASD, depression, eating disorders, trauma, PTSD, grief, adoption, and OCD.
I am a licensed mental health counselor at Compass Social Skills and Counseling in Wrentham, and school adjustment counselor. I work with children and teens using individual counseling techniques including CBT and behavior therapy. I enjoy supporting children and teens through conflict and helping them to see their strengths along the way.
Are sports more mental or physical? Sports are played with the body, but won with the mind. Encountering feelings of anxiety, perfectionism, poor self-esteem and depression are all common. According to a 2019 study, up to 35% of elite athletes suffer from a mental health crisis that may be displayed as stress, eating disorders, burn out, or depression and anxiety. High achievers who are under constant scrutiny can experience negative thinking, anxiety and self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy.
Are sports more mental or physical? Sports are played with the body, but won with the mind. Encountering feelings of anxiety, perfectionism, poor self-esteem and depression are all common. According to a 2019 study, up to 35% of elite athletes suffer from a mental health crisis that may be displayed as stress, eating disorders, burn out, or depression and anxiety. High achievers who are under constant scrutiny can experience negative thinking, anxiety and self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy.
At Boston Neuro Behavioral Associates, our goal is to provide excellent mental health services by putting our patients first. Our desire to provide excellent patient care, means that we keep up with the latest healthcare trends, with a willingness to tackle any challenges that our patients face.
At Boston Neuro Behavioral Associates, our goal is to provide excellent mental health services by putting our patients first. Our desire to provide excellent patient care, means that we keep up with the latest healthcare trends, with a willingness to tackle any challenges that our patients face.
Accepting New Patients! After many years experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I've focused on addiction and dual diagnosis therapy. Specifically trauma as it relates to addiction and other mental health disorders. Helping patients work through past trauma and high stress situations is vital. Assisting in setting long term goals and objectives to live a happy and successful life. I don't want anyone being held back from the past, its key to live in the present, and learn how to live with what's going on around us.
Accepting New Patients! After many years experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I've focused on addiction and dual diagnosis therapy. Specifically trauma as it relates to addiction and other mental health disorders. Helping patients work through past trauma and high stress situations is vital. Assisting in setting long term goals and objectives to live a happy and successful life. I don't want anyone being held back from the past, its key to live in the present, and learn how to live with what's going on around us.
Unlimited Resilience LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Walpole, MA 02081
Unlimited Resilience LLC is a private mental health practice for athletes by athletes. We see athletes of all ages and all abilities, from recreational youth to professional adults. Athletes come to us for a variety of reasons including depression, anxiety, disordered eating, compulsive exercise, recovering from injury, mental toughness, performance anxiety, and many others!
Unlimited Resilience LLC is a private mental health practice for athletes by athletes. We see athletes of all ages and all abilities, from recreational youth to professional adults. Athletes come to us for a variety of reasons including depression, anxiety, disordered eating, compulsive exercise, recovering from injury, mental toughness, performance anxiety, and many others!
Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Walpole, MA 02081
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
For the past 25 years, I have enjoyed working in private practice and consider myself to be collaborative, respectful, and solution-focused while also maintaining a sense of humor. I would be happy to talk with you about my background, your goals, and how we can best address your concerns.
For the past 25 years, I have enjoyed working in private practice and consider myself to be collaborative, respectful, and solution-focused while also maintaining a sense of humor. I would be happy to talk with you about my background, your goals, and how we can best address your concerns.
I provide individual therapy for male and female adults, children (over age 10), couples and family therapy. I have helped clients working on a wide range of issues in my over 20 year professional career. My clients have described me as a good listener who is very patient. My philosophy is to help enable clients better understand themselves, the decisions that they make and learn how to make and follow through on different choices that may help improve their lives and functioning. I encourage prospective clients to call and ask questions to help determine if my treatment approach might be a good match for them
I provide individual therapy for male and female adults, children (over age 10), couples and family therapy. I have helped clients working on a wide range of issues in my over 20 year professional career. My clients have described me as a good listener who is very patient. My philosophy is to help enable clients better understand themselves, the decisions that they make and learn how to make and follow through on different choices that may help improve their lives and functioning. I encourage prospective clients to call and ask questions to help determine if my treatment approach might be a good match for them
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The Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02492
Our Vision: We envision a community without eating disorders that promotes a positive body culture.
MEDA believes in providing access to equitable care through a variety of flexible, clinical services for both individuals and families/friends, including assessments, therapy sessions, therapy groups, free drop-in support groups, and coaching sessions. MEDA is a nonprofit located in Newton, Massachusetts.
Our Vision: We envision a community without eating disorders that promotes a positive body culture.
MEDA believes in providing access to equitable care through a variety of flexible, clinical services for both individuals and families/friends, including assessments, therapy sessions, therapy groups, free drop-in support groups, and coaching sessions. MEDA is a nonprofit located in Newton, Massachusetts.
Mary Dustin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MS, CMPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stoughton, MA 02072 (Online Only)
I passionately support those struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, perfectionism, life transitions, identity, sport performance, and more.
Do you criticize yourself when you look in the mirror? Rely on unhelpful coping skills (ex. restrictive or emotional eating, obsessive exercising, ignoring feelings) and perhaps feel stuck? As a therapist, I am here to help you develop insight into your behaviors and how they serve you. Together, we can work through “the whys” and help you shift the way you think and act. I strive to create a nonjudgmental, empathetic, and safe space for you to explore your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. I work mainly with teens 16+, young adults, and athletes (high school to professional), providing telehealth services for those in MA.
I passionately support those struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, perfectionism, life transitions, identity, sport performance, and more.
Do you criticize yourself when you look in the mirror? Rely on unhelpful coping skills (ex. restrictive or emotional eating, obsessive exercising, ignoring feelings) and perhaps feel stuck? As a therapist, I am here to help you develop insight into your behaviors and how they serve you. Together, we can work through “the whys” and help you shift the way you think and act. I strive to create a nonjudgmental, empathetic, and safe space for you to explore your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. I work mainly with teens 16+, young adults, and athletes (high school to professional), providing telehealth services for those in MA.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who works with adults 18 years and older struggling with their mental health, specifically focusing on depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma history, poor coping skills, eating disorders, and addiction. I have a background working in correctional, residential, and outpatient facilities. I completed my Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at William James College with a concentration in Forensic and Correctional Counseling. I have been in the field for the past 5 years.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who works with adults 18 years and older struggling with their mental health, specifically focusing on depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma history, poor coping skills, eating disorders, and addiction. I have a background working in correctional, residential, and outpatient facilities. I completed my Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at William James College with a concentration in Forensic and Correctional Counseling. I have been in the field for the past 5 years.
As a therapist, my goal is to help clients navigate struggles in their lives and provide a space of safety and compassion as they work to overcome challenges. I believe therapy is a collaborative process and clients come to therapy with an inner wisdom. I intend to guide them to understand themselves and live more authentically. I work closely to individualize therapy so it fits the needs of the client. I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults with a wide range of concerns, including eating disorders, trauma, relationships, and ADHD.
As a therapist, my goal is to help clients navigate struggles in their lives and provide a space of safety and compassion as they work to overcome challenges. I believe therapy is a collaborative process and clients come to therapy with an inner wisdom. I intend to guide them to understand themselves and live more authentically. I work closely to individualize therapy so it fits the needs of the client. I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults with a wide range of concerns, including eating disorders, trauma, relationships, and ADHD.
Jacqueline Rasmussen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Dedham, MA 02026 (Online Only)
My name is Jacqueline and I am a LMHC with over 10 years of experience. My work includes a focus on a broad spectrum of mental health concerns including, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Family Dynamics, Body Image Issues, Eating Disorders, and Substance Abuse Disorders. I recognize the profound impact mental health struggles can have on different aspects of life. My holistic approach to treatment is based on empathy, understanding, and the use of evidence-based practices. I often combine CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques to address both the root causes and symptoms of mental health issues.
My name is Jacqueline and I am a LMHC with over 10 years of experience. My work includes a focus on a broad spectrum of mental health concerns including, but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Family Dynamics, Body Image Issues, Eating Disorders, and Substance Abuse Disorders. I recognize the profound impact mental health struggles can have on different aspects of life. My holistic approach to treatment is based on empathy, understanding, and the use of evidence-based practices. I often combine CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness techniques to address both the root causes and symptoms of mental health issues.
While BHBH therapists have expertise in treating a wide variety of presenting concerns/diagnoses, our clinicians have particular expertise in the treatment of eating disorders, maladaptive coping behaviors, anxiety/mood disorders, trauma and suicidality.
Birch Hill Behavioral Health (BHBH) is a specialty group practice, offering thoughtful and tailored evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults presenting with unique backgrounds, preferences, strengths, and challenges. We strive for a thorough understanding of our clients, their symptoms and concerns, and their expressed goals. This informs an individualized, integrative, and collaboratively-determined treatment plan. We value transparency in the treatment process, as well as a warm, interactive approach. You can expect your therapist to provide specific recommendations for your care.
While BHBH therapists have expertise in treating a wide variety of presenting concerns/diagnoses, our clinicians have particular expertise in the treatment of eating disorders, maladaptive coping behaviors, anxiety/mood disorders, trauma and suicidality.
Birch Hill Behavioral Health (BHBH) is a specialty group practice, offering thoughtful and tailored evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults presenting with unique backgrounds, preferences, strengths, and challenges. We strive for a thorough understanding of our clients, their symptoms and concerns, and their expressed goals. This informs an individualized, integrative, and collaboratively-determined treatment plan. We value transparency in the treatment process, as well as a warm, interactive approach. You can expect your therapist to provide specific recommendations for your care.
I have specialty training in eating disorders, particularly binge eating disorder and bariatrics, and perinatal mood disorders.
**I do not have any openings. Please email me if you would like to discuss further** I believe that everyone has the ability to grow, achieve, and overcome their struggles. Sometimes, though, that's easier said than done. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming space for my clients to explore themselves and learn effective tools to create positive change in their lives. I integrate many different treatment approaches in order to tailor treatment towards my clients' specific needs, including cognitive, behavioral, dialectic, dynamic, and relational techniques, taking a positive, strengths-based approach to treatment.
I have specialty training in eating disorders, particularly binge eating disorder and bariatrics, and perinatal mood disorders.
**I do not have any openings. Please email me if you would like to discuss further** I believe that everyone has the ability to grow, achieve, and overcome their struggles. Sometimes, though, that's easier said than done. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming space for my clients to explore themselves and learn effective tools to create positive change in their lives. I integrate many different treatment approaches in order to tailor treatment towards my clients' specific needs, including cognitive, behavioral, dialectic, dynamic, and relational techniques, taking a positive, strengths-based approach to treatment.
I individually tailor interventions and work collaboratively to help navigate through life's ups and downs. Treatment incorporates empirically based approaches with humor, homework, music, and other techniques. My caseload includes individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, eating disorders, self-injury, body image difficulties, and/or other coping challenges. I treat men and women, teens and adults. I am also a Certified Yoga Teacher with specialized yoga training to treat eating disorders, sexual dysfunction, depression, trauma, and anxiety. I am a Licensed Body Positive facilitator as well.
I individually tailor interventions and work collaboratively to help navigate through life's ups and downs. Treatment incorporates empirically based approaches with humor, homework, music, and other techniques. My caseload includes individuals presenting with depression, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, eating disorders, self-injury, body image difficulties, and/or other coping challenges. I treat men and women, teens and adults. I am also a Certified Yoga Teacher with specialized yoga training to treat eating disorders, sexual dysfunction, depression, trauma, and anxiety. I am a Licensed Body Positive facilitator as well.
I specialize in trauma and PTSD, eating disorders and body image, & sexual health. My ideal client is anyone who comes to me ready to engage in the real work of therapy. Someone looking for guidance, connection, and relentless support. Someone who wants to change something about their inner experience so they can show up differently for the people in their lives and have a positive ripple effect on the world.
I specialize in trauma and PTSD, eating disorders and body image, & sexual health. My ideal client is anyone who comes to me ready to engage in the real work of therapy. Someone looking for guidance, connection, and relentless support. Someone who wants to change something about their inner experience so they can show up differently for the people in their lives and have a positive ripple effect on the world.
I have assisted individuals dealing with an array of mental health challenges, including domestic violence, chronic relapse, relationship issues, grief and loss, eating disorders, and suicidal ideation.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, eating disorders, dual diagnosis, or life changes? I can assist you with developing coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and utilizing tools to manage your mental health effectively. I aim to work with clients willing to help themselves and open to the therapeutic process. This mindset will allow us to build a positive therapeutic relationship that can bring about positive changes in their lives.
I have assisted individuals dealing with an array of mental health challenges, including domestic violence, chronic relapse, relationship issues, grief and loss, eating disorders, and suicidal ideation.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, domestic violence, eating disorders, dual diagnosis, or life changes? I can assist you with developing coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and utilizing tools to manage your mental health effectively. I aim to work with clients willing to help themselves and open to the therapeutic process. This mindset will allow us to build a positive therapeutic relationship that can bring about positive changes in their lives.
Sunday and weekday evening openings I work with individuals 15 + and couples. I have extensive knowledge in treatment of anxiety, mood and eating disorders as well as depression. I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where we explore your unique experiences, thoughts, and emotions. Together, we'll uncover the patterns that might be hindering your progress, identify coping strategies and learn new ways to improve functioning.
Sunday and weekday evening openings I work with individuals 15 + and couples. I have extensive knowledge in treatment of anxiety, mood and eating disorders as well as depression. I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment where we explore your unique experiences, thoughts, and emotions. Together, we'll uncover the patterns that might be hindering your progress, identify coping strategies and learn new ways to improve functioning.
Allison Gates is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has more than 10 years of experience collaborating with a diverse population of individuals encompassing adults, teens, youth, couples, families, and groups needing psychotherapeutic counseling and support. Allison’s professional practice includes treating individuals amongst varying stages of human development and throughout the lifespan who may present with a variety of co-occurring conditions, including, but not limited to, life transitions, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, eating disorders, trauma.
Allison Gates is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has more than 10 years of experience collaborating with a diverse population of individuals encompassing adults, teens, youth, couples, families, and groups needing psychotherapeutic counseling and support. Allison’s professional practice includes treating individuals amongst varying stages of human development and throughout the lifespan who may present with a variety of co-occurring conditions, including, but not limited to, life transitions, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, eating disorders, trauma.
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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.