Eating Disorders Therapists in Lenoir, NC
I have been passionate about the care and wellness of adult women since I began practicing in the early 1990's. I have worked in a variety of settings that have given me helpful experience in treating issues that women commonly face such as body shame, unhealthy eating patterns, unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, domestic and verbal abuse. I follow the latest research findings related to the neurological basis behind therapeutic change and make it a point to empower my clients by teaching them everything that I have learned about healthy change and skills that have been shown to nurture a sense of peace and wellbeing.
I have been passionate about the care and wellness of adult women since I began practicing in the early 1990's. I have worked in a variety of settings that have given me helpful experience in treating issues that women commonly face such as body shame, unhealthy eating patterns, unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, domestic and verbal abuse. I follow the latest research findings related to the neurological basis behind therapeutic change and make it a point to empower my clients by teaching them everything that I have learned about healthy change and skills that have been shown to nurture a sense of peace and wellbeing.
Cynthia Kilby-Queen/Hope and Light Counseling
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, LCAS, NCC, CADC
Verified Verified
Lenoir, NC 28645
Welcome, my name is Cynthia, I am glad you are seeking to better your well-being! With God’s guidance, I provide mental health, substance/alcohol, weight loss/wellness, and Christian counseling to women ages 18 and above. Helping women recognize their inner strength, overcome, and thrive beyond such issues as trauma, abuse, addictions, and tragedy is a calling in my life. My experiences and research support that being spiritually well improves our mental, emotional, and physical wellness. If you a woman struggling with past or present issues negatively affecting your mental health and well-being, please reach out for support.
Welcome, my name is Cynthia, I am glad you are seeking to better your well-being! With God’s guidance, I provide mental health, substance/alcohol, weight loss/wellness, and Christian counseling to women ages 18 and above. Helping women recognize their inner strength, overcome, and thrive beyond such issues as trauma, abuse, addictions, and tragedy is a calling in my life. My experiences and research support that being spiritually well improves our mental, emotional, and physical wellness. If you a woman struggling with past or present issues negatively affecting your mental health and well-being, please reach out for support.
Life Adjustment Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, HCSVS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenoir, NC 28645
Welcome, I am Joseph R. Carlton, Owner and Therapist of Life Adjustment Solution. I specialize in therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families. Families are the cornerstone for preserving the stability of mental health in today's high intensity society. Individuals, couples, and families are the foundation of building close emotional relationships across generations, ethnicity, racial and religious backgrounds. Each factor is greatly considered in Life Adjustment Solution mission statement. I am dedicated to changing our society one case at a time. Each case will be considered as important as the next. My clients will receive the therapeutic care that best fits their needs.
Welcome, I am Joseph R. Carlton, Owner and Therapist of Life Adjustment Solution. I specialize in therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families. Families are the cornerstone for preserving the stability of mental health in today's high intensity society. Individuals, couples, and families are the foundation of building close emotional relationships across generations, ethnicity, racial and religious backgrounds. Each factor is greatly considered in Life Adjustment Solution mission statement. I am dedicated to changing our society one case at a time. Each case will be considered as important as the next. My clients will receive the therapeutic care that best fits their needs.
Liza M. Shaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ACHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenoir, NC 28645
I consider it my personal mission to reduce the divorce rate in the United States, 1 couple at a time. But preventing divorce will only be succesful if, in place of unfulfilling or chronically dysfunctional marriages, couples develop truly thriving marriages & deeply fulfilling relationships. Even in the most hopeless-seeming cases, couples can heal the damage from the past and move forward in a healthier way. Not all marriages can be saved, but when couples do the work to heal the past, their future can be happier, no matter what the outcome for the relationship.
I consider it my personal mission to reduce the divorce rate in the United States, 1 couple at a time. But preventing divorce will only be succesful if, in place of unfulfilling or chronically dysfunctional marriages, couples develop truly thriving marriages & deeply fulfilling relationships. Even in the most hopeless-seeming cases, couples can heal the damage from the past and move forward in a healthier way. Not all marriages can be saved, but when couples do the work to heal the past, their future can be happier, no matter what the outcome for the relationship.
Lucyna Sonek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPsych, MA, LPC, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lenoir, NC 28633 (Online Only)
I strive to assist distressed individuals in regulating emotions, improving mood, cultivating positive thinking, changing unproductive behaviors, and in creating wellness, life satisfaction, and self-acceptance. By exploring and identifying unique, personal thinking patterns, challenges, needs, and strengths we work in therapy to promote the meaning in life, responsibility, and the pursuit of genuineness and the best in self, life and relationships. My approach is compassionate, backed by extensive training and I have over 30 years of experience in education, community service, and psychotherapy with children, students, adults, couples, families, and groups.
I strive to assist distressed individuals in regulating emotions, improving mood, cultivating positive thinking, changing unproductive behaviors, and in creating wellness, life satisfaction, and self-acceptance. By exploring and identifying unique, personal thinking patterns, challenges, needs, and strengths we work in therapy to promote the meaning in life, responsibility, and the pursuit of genuineness and the best in self, life and relationships. My approach is compassionate, backed by extensive training and I have over 30 years of experience in education, community service, and psychotherapy with children, students, adults, couples, families, and groups.
Gwynn J Austin
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Lenoir, NC 28645
People are complex and sometimes need help sorting through difficulties. Do you find yourself stuck in a pattern--a relationship malfunction or an unhealthy life-style--which you have tried to change, and cannot? The key to unlocking the process of change is to develop awareness of the underlying meanings behind these patterns, the "the how and why" of the patterns. When you compassionately understand how your implicit beliefs inform your actions and experience, you can help your system heal. All parts of your system need conscious connection with you, It is designed to heal. My role is to facilitate that natural process.
People are complex and sometimes need help sorting through difficulties. Do you find yourself stuck in a pattern--a relationship malfunction or an unhealthy life-style--which you have tried to change, and cannot? The key to unlocking the process of change is to develop awareness of the underlying meanings behind these patterns, the "the how and why" of the patterns. When you compassionately understand how your implicit beliefs inform your actions and experience, you can help your system heal. All parts of your system need conscious connection with you, It is designed to heal. My role is to facilitate that natural process.
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Jessica Spears
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Granite Falls, NC 28630
My journey of helping individuals and families began as a hospice social worker. I worked closely with individuals and families to provide a "total care" approach while offering guidance through the emotional process of death. Now in private practice, I have worked with many cases and continue to use the "total care" approach with each client. I welcome all individuals and find incorporating your values/beliefs in therapy is supportive of the healing process. As I share with clients, we have to embrace our past, present and future to begin the healing process.
My journey of helping individuals and families began as a hospice social worker. I worked closely with individuals and families to provide a "total care" approach while offering guidance through the emotional process of death. Now in private practice, I have worked with many cases and continue to use the "total care" approach with each client. I welcome all individuals and find incorporating your values/beliefs in therapy is supportive of the healing process. As I share with clients, we have to embrace our past, present and future to begin the healing process.
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Center for Disordered Eating helping individuals and families navigate this disease, advocating for quality care, and helping educate the community on the warning signs and dangers of eating disorders.
When you or your adolescent have an eating disorder it impacts almost every moment. Hopelessness, insecurity, frustration, anxiety, and grief become a part of every day. I work with people in various stages of eating disorder recovery- from the newbies to those wanting to maintain their progress. As one of only two clinicians in Asheville trained in best practices for adolescents, I am able to help clients and families using the latest research and make impacts that have lasting change. My adult clients are motivated. They've had enough of their life ruined by this condition and are done with suffering, they just need a path out.
Center for Disordered Eating helping individuals and families navigate this disease, advocating for quality care, and helping educate the community on the warning signs and dangers of eating disorders.
When you or your adolescent have an eating disorder it impacts almost every moment. Hopelessness, insecurity, frustration, anxiety, and grief become a part of every day. I work with people in various stages of eating disorder recovery- from the newbies to those wanting to maintain their progress. As one of only two clinicians in Asheville trained in best practices for adolescents, I am able to help clients and families using the latest research and make impacts that have lasting change. My adult clients are motivated. They've had enough of their life ruined by this condition and are done with suffering, they just need a path out.
I work with a variety of clients including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Phobias, OCD, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Loss and Grief, and Addictions.
I am here to join you along your journey of discovering the many possibilities of living your most desirable life. I believe by listening, empathy, and compassion I provide a safe space for healing, trust, and growth. I approach each client’s concerns with Client Centered Therapy as well as an eclectic orientation implementing techniques such as Family Systems Theory, CBT, DBT, Adlerian, Existential, Motivational Interviewing, and Creative Arts Therapy. Through the client-clinician relationship, building upon the client’s strengths, and finding the key to each unique individual an increase in self-compassion and healing can happen.
I work with a variety of clients including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Phobias, OCD, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Loss and Grief, and Addictions.
I am here to join you along your journey of discovering the many possibilities of living your most desirable life. I believe by listening, empathy, and compassion I provide a safe space for healing, trust, and growth. I approach each client’s concerns with Client Centered Therapy as well as an eclectic orientation implementing techniques such as Family Systems Theory, CBT, DBT, Adlerian, Existential, Motivational Interviewing, and Creative Arts Therapy. Through the client-clinician relationship, building upon the client’s strengths, and finding the key to each unique individual an increase in self-compassion and healing can happen.
I work with issues such as Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Personality Disorders, Domestic Violence, Anger Management and more.
My name is Courtney Krolikowski. I have been practicing therapy for the past 8 years. I currently hold licenses for practicing in North Carolina, Wisconsin and Illinois. I hold a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology. I currently reside in Wisconsin with my husband, two year old daughter and very energetic husky. I am a Nationally Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I have worked with a wide variety of clientele in both group and individual settings, covering a wide variety of issues.
I work with issues such as Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Personality Disorders, Domestic Violence, Anger Management and more.
My name is Courtney Krolikowski. I have been practicing therapy for the past 8 years. I currently hold licenses for practicing in North Carolina, Wisconsin and Illinois. I hold a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology. I currently reside in Wisconsin with my husband, two year old daughter and very energetic husky. I am a Nationally Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I have worked with a wide variety of clientele in both group and individual settings, covering a wide variety of issues.
Ashley Ramsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP-I
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28202 (Online Only)
I have experience in the following issues: Childhood trauma and PTSD, Behavioral management of children and adolescents, Positive parenting techniques, Family conflict, Eating disorders/body image issues, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Body-focused repetitive behaviors.
I'm so glad you're here! Anxiety about therapy is a normal feeling almost everyone experiences. I have personally engaged in therapy services, which had a significant and positive impact on my life. I want those who are working towards their healing journey to know that they are not alone. Every day I look forward to seeing my clients and strive to understand them and celebrate their progress. My true goal is to help people heal and feel empowered to take back control of their lives. As your therapist, you go at your own pace in a warm, non-judgmental environment.
I have experience in the following issues: Childhood trauma and PTSD, Behavioral management of children and adolescents, Positive parenting techniques, Family conflict, Eating disorders/body image issues, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Body-focused repetitive behaviors.
I'm so glad you're here! Anxiety about therapy is a normal feeling almost everyone experiences. I have personally engaged in therapy services, which had a significant and positive impact on my life. I want those who are working towards their healing journey to know that they are not alone. Every day I look forward to seeing my clients and strive to understand them and celebrate their progress. My true goal is to help people heal and feel empowered to take back control of their lives. As your therapist, you go at your own pace in a warm, non-judgmental environment.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, disordered eating, and trauma.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Maybe you feel like you're doing everything for everyone around you, and have buried your own needs. Maybe you're wanting to re-evaluate or deepen your relationship with yourself, your body, others, or are juggling a life transition. I strive to be a safe place to explore what is on your mind and heart without judgment. I will walk alongside you, sit with you in the “ick”, and celebrate the wins with you. I also want to make therapy fun when appropriate! Embracing both the depth of this process and the lighthearted moments is where the magic lives.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, disordered eating, and trauma.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. Maybe you feel like you're doing everything for everyone around you, and have buried your own needs. Maybe you're wanting to re-evaluate or deepen your relationship with yourself, your body, others, or are juggling a life transition. I strive to be a safe place to explore what is on your mind and heart without judgment. I will walk alongside you, sit with you in the “ick”, and celebrate the wins with you. I also want to make therapy fun when appropriate! Embracing both the depth of this process and the lighthearted moments is where the magic lives.
Jamie Siegel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28805 (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders, women's issues, anxiety, and overall self-esteem and wholeheartedly believe in the healing power of human connection over any one "intervention.
Being a human is hard sometimes, and when you're in the middle of the struggle it can feel like no one gets it. If this sounds familiar, I'd love to walk side-by-side with you...not to "fix" you because you were never broken, but to remind you that there are no official rules to navigating life. The rules you've learned to follow are made up but they've kept you stuck and focused on what you feel things "should" look like for too long. Let's work together to uncover the things that matter most to you instead of all the ways you've been told you're doing life "wrong." You deserve better and the world needs you as your authentic self.
I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders, women's issues, anxiety, and overall self-esteem and wholeheartedly believe in the healing power of human connection over any one "intervention.
Being a human is hard sometimes, and when you're in the middle of the struggle it can feel like no one gets it. If this sounds familiar, I'd love to walk side-by-side with you...not to "fix" you because you were never broken, but to remind you that there are no official rules to navigating life. The rules you've learned to follow are made up but they've kept you stuck and focused on what you feel things "should" look like for too long. Let's work together to uncover the things that matter most to you instead of all the ways you've been told you're doing life "wrong." You deserve better and the world needs you as your authentic self.
Hello there! I’m so glad you’re taking the step to reach out and connect with someone familiar with helping people navigate the challenges life often throws at us. From depression to burnout, and anything in between, I’m here to help you not only work on the issues at hand, but help you uncover the core reason why you're no longer feeling like yourself. While I specialize in working with clients 16+ struggling with eating disorders, I’m also passionate about trauma work, neurodivergence, attachment concerns, and general mood changes.
Hello there! I’m so glad you’re taking the step to reach out and connect with someone familiar with helping people navigate the challenges life often throws at us. From depression to burnout, and anything in between, I’m here to help you not only work on the issues at hand, but help you uncover the core reason why you're no longer feeling like yourself. While I specialize in working with clients 16+ struggling with eating disorders, I’m also passionate about trauma work, neurodivergence, attachment concerns, and general mood changes.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, life stressors, relationship conflict, eating disorders, and more.
My purpose and passion is to support couples and individuals dealing with relationship conflict and life stressors. As a therapist I take a relational/systemic approach and value utilizing evidence-based practices to support couples in decreasing conflict and increasing intimacy and connection. For individuals, I understand that every person’s experience is unique and therefore I integrate several therapeutic models and interventions to uniquely support each client.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, life stressors, relationship conflict, eating disorders, and more.
My purpose and passion is to support couples and individuals dealing with relationship conflict and life stressors. As a therapist I take a relational/systemic approach and value utilizing evidence-based practices to support couples in decreasing conflict and increasing intimacy and connection. For individuals, I understand that every person’s experience is unique and therefore I integrate several therapeutic models and interventions to uniquely support each client.
Chelsea Darida
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28205
I enjoy working with individuals navigating a range of challenges including anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, low self-esteem and negative body image. With over seven years of experience working with survivors of trauma, I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to process the impact of their life experiences on who they are today. No matter what your struggle may be, you don't have to face it alone. I am here to provide support to empower you on your journey to healing and freedom.
I enjoy working with individuals navigating a range of challenges including anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, low self-esteem and negative body image. With over seven years of experience working with survivors of trauma, I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to process the impact of their life experiences on who they are today. No matter what your struggle may be, you don't have to face it alone. I am here to provide support to empower you on your journey to healing and freedom.
Ashley Moser
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have a passion for working with anxiety and a specialization in body image and disordered eating as a certified eating disorders specialist.
I am the owner and therapist behind Next Steps Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. With a focus on anxiety, life transitions, and relationships, I specialize in disordered eating, body image, and helping families support each other. For 15 years, I have provided therapy in multiple settings, including outpatient, PHP/IOP, community mental health, and private practice. I spent ten years of my career in clinical and administrative leadership but felt a calling to return to direct service in response to the current mental health crisis. I opened a virtual private practice and have loved being able to return to therapy and direct care.
I have a passion for working with anxiety and a specialization in body image and disordered eating as a certified eating disorders specialist.
I am the owner and therapist behind Next Steps Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. With a focus on anxiety, life transitions, and relationships, I specialize in disordered eating, body image, and helping families support each other. For 15 years, I have provided therapy in multiple settings, including outpatient, PHP/IOP, community mental health, and private practice. I spent ten years of my career in clinical and administrative leadership but felt a calling to return to direct service in response to the current mental health crisis. I opened a virtual private practice and have loved being able to return to therapy and direct care.
Kelly Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28202 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Kelly! I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker in the state of NC. I have been working as an outpatient child/adolescent therapist for the last three years. My goal as a therapist is to create an environment that you feel comfortable growing in. I love using humor in therapy! I have experience with treating children/adolescents with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, as well as detailed parenting skills for children with behavioral struggles. I also have experience working with young adults that are transitioning to/from college.
Hi, I’m Kelly! I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker in the state of NC. I have been working as an outpatient child/adolescent therapist for the last three years. My goal as a therapist is to create an environment that you feel comfortable growing in. I love using humor in therapy! I have experience with treating children/adolescents with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, as well as detailed parenting skills for children with behavioral struggles. I also have experience working with young adults that are transitioning to/from college.
Hello! I am so glad that you are here! I believe that therapy is for everyone. All people deserve a safe space to be truly heard, understood, and supported. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults facing a wide variety of issues, including depression, mood disorders, anxiety, personality disorders, ADD/ADHD, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, grief and/or loss, interpersonal relationship issues, and trauma. I strive to meet people where they are in their mental health journey and assist them in finding peace, joy, and meaning in their lives.
Hello! I am so glad that you are here! I believe that therapy is for everyone. All people deserve a safe space to be truly heard, understood, and supported. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults facing a wide variety of issues, including depression, mood disorders, anxiety, personality disorders, ADD/ADHD, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, grief and/or loss, interpersonal relationship issues, and trauma. I strive to meet people where they are in their mental health journey and assist them in finding peace, joy, and meaning in their lives.
Tammy Maxey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CEDS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience and training in evidence-based practices in treating eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, self-harm and suicide.
When we are not feeling at our best due to stress, anxiety, depression, family conflict, addiction etc., it effects every other aspect of our lives. It takes strength and courage to recognize that something needs to change. I like to work with my clients in a collaborative and supportive style that provides a blend of coaching, interactive interventions and by instilling hope about their future. Where you are today does not mean that you have to be there tomorrow
I have experience and training in evidence-based practices in treating eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, self-harm and suicide.
When we are not feeling at our best due to stress, anxiety, depression, family conflict, addiction etc., it effects every other aspect of our lives. It takes strength and courage to recognize that something needs to change. I like to work with my clients in a collaborative and supportive style that provides a blend of coaching, interactive interventions and by instilling hope about their future. Where you are today does not mean that you have to be there tomorrow
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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.