Eating Disorders Therapists in Montclair, NJ
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Welcome to Resilience DBT & Eating Recovery! Our practice offers comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and treatment for the full range of Eating Disorders for children, adolescents, and adults. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is part of a team offering support and guidance to individuals and families seeking expert intervention in a safe and supportive environment. As a DBT and certified CBT-E practitioner, I believe in utilizing evidence-based practices to achieve success and meet identified goals. I am committed to to help you return on a path of full health and healing in a safe and comfortable setting.
Welcome to Resilience DBT & Eating Recovery! Our practice offers comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and treatment for the full range of Eating Disorders for children, adolescents, and adults. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is part of a team offering support and guidance to individuals and families seeking expert intervention in a safe and supportive environment. As a DBT and certified CBT-E practitioner, I believe in utilizing evidence-based practices to achieve success and meet identified goals. I am committed to to help you return on a path of full health and healing in a safe and comfortable setting.
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I am passionate about working with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders and adolescents and their families. I strongly believe that a safe, collaborative and caring therapeutic relationship is essential to effective therapy and can provide a foundation for healing and growth. Drawing from relational, cognitive-behavioral, insight-oriented and family systems models, my approach is always tailored to individual client needs. I am intensively-trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT),an evidence-based practice, successful with eating disorders and other self-injurious behavior and am part of one of the few intensively-trained teams in Northern NJ.
I am passionate about working with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders and adolescents and their families. I strongly believe that a safe, collaborative and caring therapeutic relationship is essential to effective therapy and can provide a foundation for healing and growth. Drawing from relational, cognitive-behavioral, insight-oriented and family systems models, my approach is always tailored to individual client needs. I am intensively-trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT),an evidence-based practice, successful with eating disorders and other self-injurious behavior and am part of one of the few intensively-trained teams in Northern NJ.
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Resilience DBT & Eating Recovery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042
Welcome to our practice. We are trained and experienced Eating Disorder and DBT Specialists - Pediatric, Adolescent, and Adult. We have been in Montclair for over 25 years and have seen two generations of families find their wholeness when their loved one is well again. Empowering families to support one another is our specialty. As Eating Disorder Specialists, we treat the full range of Eating Disorders - Anorexia, ARFID, Atypical Anorexia, Bulimia, Body Dysmorphia, and Binge Eating Disorder. We offer evidenced-based treatment - Family Based Treatement (FBT) CBT-E, and DBT-ED. We know full recovery is possible. You got this!
Welcome to our practice. We are trained and experienced Eating Disorder and DBT Specialists - Pediatric, Adolescent, and Adult. We have been in Montclair for over 25 years and have seen two generations of families find their wholeness when their loved one is well again. Empowering families to support one another is our specialty. As Eating Disorder Specialists, we treat the full range of Eating Disorders - Anorexia, ARFID, Atypical Anorexia, Bulimia, Body Dysmorphia, and Binge Eating Disorder. We offer evidenced-based treatment - Family Based Treatement (FBT) CBT-E, and DBT-ED. We know full recovery is possible. You got this!
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Hi there! I’m a clinical psychologist and university professor with over 15 years of clinical, research, and teaching experience licensed in NJ, NC, and FL. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, depression, OCD, and anxiety. In my practice, I use leading evidence-based therapies, which are treatments that are backed by decades of scientific research and shown to work. Primarily, these are cognitive-behavioral approaches (e.g., CBT) that are highly collaborative, active, and goal-oriented treatments that help people achieve desired symptom changes quickly and build more fulfilling lives.
Hi there! I’m a clinical psychologist and university professor with over 15 years of clinical, research, and teaching experience licensed in NJ, NC, and FL. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, depression, OCD, and anxiety. In my practice, I use leading evidence-based therapies, which are treatments that are backed by decades of scientific research and shown to work. Primarily, these are cognitive-behavioral approaches (e.g., CBT) that are highly collaborative, active, and goal-oriented treatments that help people achieve desired symptom changes quickly and build more fulfilling lives.
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Cassandra Winnie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
Are you thinking about making a change? Are you fighting anxiety or racing thoughts? Do you want a healthier relationship with food and your body? Are you thinking about setting a new goal? If so, I can help you take your struggles and turn them into strengths. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults facing a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, social and performance stressors, and school avoidance. I am particularly passionate about helping young people and their families navigating eating disorders, substance use disorders, and addictive behaviors.
Are you thinking about making a change? Are you fighting anxiety or racing thoughts? Do you want a healthier relationship with food and your body? Are you thinking about setting a new goal? If so, I can help you take your struggles and turn them into strengths. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults facing a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, social and performance stressors, and school avoidance. I am particularly passionate about helping young people and their families navigating eating disorders, substance use disorders, and addictive behaviors.
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Stephanie L Roth-Goldberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042
As an eating disorder specialist I work with people in all stages of their recovery. I am certified in Intuitive Eating and practice a non-diet approach to recovery. I strongly believe that movement can be a part of recovering from negative body image, eating disorders or disordered eating. In treating a whole person by using an interpersonal method of psychotherapy or psychoanalysis we can uncover some underlying causes for the struggles you may be going through. My passion is helping athletes recover from disordered eating to unlock their full potential and helping families create happy eating experiences at home.
As an eating disorder specialist I work with people in all stages of their recovery. I am certified in Intuitive Eating and practice a non-diet approach to recovery. I strongly believe that movement can be a part of recovering from negative body image, eating disorders or disordered eating. In treating a whole person by using an interpersonal method of psychotherapy or psychoanalysis we can uncover some underlying causes for the struggles you may be going through. My passion is helping athletes recover from disordered eating to unlock their full potential and helping families create happy eating experiences at home.
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Barbara Reese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
As Eating Disorder and DBT specialists we want to offer you or your loved one, the highest quality of care - Pediatric, Adolescent, and Adult. We understand the challenges that children and parents face today. Our aim is to offer support and guidance to individuals and families seeking expert and early intervention. We are committed to help you return to the path of full health. Barbara Reese is an Intensively Trained DBT Practitioner, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Supervisor, and is certified in both CBT-E and in Family- Based Treatment (FBT), for pediatric, adolescent, and adult eating disorders.
As Eating Disorder and DBT specialists we want to offer you or your loved one, the highest quality of care - Pediatric, Adolescent, and Adult. We understand the challenges that children and parents face today. Our aim is to offer support and guidance to individuals and families seeking expert and early intervention. We are committed to help you return to the path of full health. Barbara Reese is an Intensively Trained DBT Practitioner, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Supervisor, and is certified in both CBT-E and in Family- Based Treatment (FBT), for pediatric, adolescent, and adult eating disorders.
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Spring Psychotherapy and Wellness, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW, CED-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
Spring Psychotherapy and Wellness is a group psychotherapy practice focused on helping people of all ages struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, and excessive exercise. Additionally, we have particularly expertise working with adolescents dealing with a host of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship/ social problems, ADHD, generalized trauma, and other mental health concerns.
Spring Psychotherapy and Wellness is a group psychotherapy practice focused on helping people of all ages struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, and excessive exercise. Additionally, we have particularly expertise working with adolescents dealing with a host of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship/ social problems, ADHD, generalized trauma, and other mental health concerns.
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I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in eating disorders, borderline PD, parenting, adolescents, and depression/anxiety. I work with individuals, couples and families in an active, caring, strengths based approach. I have advanced training in research based treatment methods such as DBT,and FBT that are proven to be effective! I combine compassion with evidenced based cognitive/behavioral interventions. I work to build collaboration with my clients and change lives by empowering individuals and families. I'm a speaker/group leader with the Eating Disorder Assoc of NJ and have appeared on CN8, WLTW-FM radio, News12 NJ.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in eating disorders, borderline PD, parenting, adolescents, and depression/anxiety. I work with individuals, couples and families in an active, caring, strengths based approach. I have advanced training in research based treatment methods such as DBT,and FBT that are proven to be effective! I combine compassion with evidenced based cognitive/behavioral interventions. I work to build collaboration with my clients and change lives by empowering individuals and families. I'm a speaker/group leader with the Eating Disorder Assoc of NJ and have appeared on CN8, WLTW-FM radio, News12 NJ.
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Alyssa Goldberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
I am particularly suited to help clients dealing with depression, anxiety, substance use issues/ addictive disorders, eating disorders, and OCD.
If you’ve made it to this profile, you can take a deep breath and relax a little because you’ve taken the first step in your healing journey. If you've noticed you're more anxious than you'd like to be or more depressed than seems healthy to you, therapy can be a helpful way to let someone else provide guidance and help you navigate the difficult things life has thrown your way. Therapy can create space for you to work through the intrusive thoughts, feelings, and obsessions that are impacting your life.
I am particularly suited to help clients dealing with depression, anxiety, substance use issues/ addictive disorders, eating disorders, and OCD.
If you’ve made it to this profile, you can take a deep breath and relax a little because you’ve taken the first step in your healing journey. If you've noticed you're more anxious than you'd like to be or more depressed than seems healthy to you, therapy can be a helpful way to let someone else provide guidance and help you navigate the difficult things life has thrown your way. Therapy can create space for you to work through the intrusive thoughts, feelings, and obsessions that are impacting your life.
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I have substantial experience working with eating disorders, ADHD, and Queer and transgender clients.
I view therapy as an active and collaborative process that allows for flexibility and fluidity based on your individual needs over time. I take time to get to know you as an individual and how your lived experiences, including the influence of oppressive systems, transgenerational narratives, culture, community, family, and societal norms have had an impact on your holistic well-being. I stray away from Eurocentric practices that view people as a collection of symptoms that need to be 'fixed'. I view each client as a whole person with strengths they can utilize to build emotional foundations and achieve wellness.
I have substantial experience working with eating disorders, ADHD, and Queer and transgender clients.
I view therapy as an active and collaborative process that allows for flexibility and fluidity based on your individual needs over time. I take time to get to know you as an individual and how your lived experiences, including the influence of oppressive systems, transgenerational narratives, culture, community, family, and societal norms have had an impact on your holistic well-being. I stray away from Eurocentric practices that view people as a collection of symptoms that need to be 'fixed'. I view each client as a whole person with strengths they can utilize to build emotional foundations and achieve wellness.
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I have found that providing a warm and nurturing environment has helped my clients explore areas of their lives that they were previously unwilling to look at. The therapeutic relationship that develops between us, can lead to both introspection and healing. I am a licensed psychologist specializing predominantly in the well being of women across a range of issues including eating disorders, relationship struggles, infertility, anxiety, and post-partum depression. I am also interested in helping people through life transitions, such as entering a new relationship or becoming single again, beginning college, entering the "real world", and becoming a mother.
I have found that providing a warm and nurturing environment has helped my clients explore areas of their lives that they were previously unwilling to look at. The therapeutic relationship that develops between us, can lead to both introspection and healing. I am a licensed psychologist specializing predominantly in the well being of women across a range of issues including eating disorders, relationship struggles, infertility, anxiety, and post-partum depression. I am also interested in helping people through life transitions, such as entering a new relationship or becoming single again, beginning college, entering the "real world", and becoming a mother.
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I have experience helping individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders/disordered eating, body image, substance abuse, relationship difficulties, and periods of transition.
As a Licensed Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and resolve problems. I have a positive, warm, and open approach in which you will feel safe and heard. We will work together to set goals, implement change, learn, and grow. Although I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary framework, I use a flexible approach tailored to the needs of each client. Approaches include; Mindfulness, Self-Care, Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Therapy, Play Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy.
I have experience helping individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders/disordered eating, body image, substance abuse, relationship difficulties, and periods of transition.
As a Licensed Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and resolve problems. I have a positive, warm, and open approach in which you will feel safe and heard. We will work together to set goals, implement change, learn, and grow. Although I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary framework, I use a flexible approach tailored to the needs of each client. Approaches include; Mindfulness, Self-Care, Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Therapy, Play Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy.
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Peace and Wellness Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCDVC, CCBT
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042
I have clinical training, and experience in treating domestic violence, sexual abuse, autism, eating disorders, developmental/ cognitive disabilities and grief.
At Peace and wellness Center we are committed to meet the emotional needs of our clients and help them achieve a renewed sense of well-being. The Center provides an array of behavioral therapy services for children and adults. The Center also offers comprehensive Child Study Team evaluations to school districts, as well as the community at large. Our staff is highly qualified and certified to conduct these evaluations in a professional, nurturing and supportive environment. We are committed to provide compassionate and confidential care to our clients while they embark on a journey to achieve personal and emotional growth.
I have clinical training, and experience in treating domestic violence, sexual abuse, autism, eating disorders, developmental/ cognitive disabilities and grief.
At Peace and wellness Center we are committed to meet the emotional needs of our clients and help them achieve a renewed sense of well-being. The Center provides an array of behavioral therapy services for children and adults. The Center also offers comprehensive Child Study Team evaluations to school districts, as well as the community at large. Our staff is highly qualified and certified to conduct these evaluations in a professional, nurturing and supportive environment. We are committed to provide compassionate and confidential care to our clients while they embark on a journey to achieve personal and emotional growth.
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Joyce M. Mermini, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
HELLO AND WELCOME! I provide psychotherapy to tweens, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Through an empowering based perspective, I focus on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, anger management and relationship problems. My expertise is in the area of eating disorders, specializing in improving body image, enhancing self-esteem, and addressing psychological aspects of bariatric weight loss surgery. Using a non-dieting approach leads to a healthier relationship with food. I facilitate a group for adults, identifying triggers as well as developing coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques.
HELLO AND WELCOME! I provide psychotherapy to tweens, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Through an empowering based perspective, I focus on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, anger management and relationship problems. My expertise is in the area of eating disorders, specializing in improving body image, enhancing self-esteem, and addressing psychological aspects of bariatric weight loss surgery. Using a non-dieting approach leads to a healthier relationship with food. I facilitate a group for adults, identifying triggers as well as developing coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques.
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I have found that my study of Family Systems Theory has illuminated my practice with individuals and couples. The tool set of Family Therapy can be very powerful in an individual therapy context when dealing with issues such as eating disorders, anxiety/panic, or depression. And because our intimate or spousal relationships can often be the screen on which we project our inherited difficulties, the family therapy model can also be a great resource for couples seeking a relationship of balance and longevity.
I have found that my study of Family Systems Theory has illuminated my practice with individuals and couples. The tool set of Family Therapy can be very powerful in an individual therapy context when dealing with issues such as eating disorders, anxiety/panic, or depression. And because our intimate or spousal relationships can often be the screen on which we project our inherited difficulties, the family therapy model can also be a great resource for couples seeking a relationship of balance and longevity.
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You deserve to live a life you feel excited to wake up for each morning. If you're feeling stuck and ready to move forward, I can provide support as you navigate life's transitions. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, disordered eating, trauma, and parents who have children struggling with their own mental health or eating disorder. I am currently enrolled in a three year training in Somatic Experiencing, which offers healing from trauma through the nervous system. In our work together you can expect a supportive environment, without judgement or agenda, as you explore your own story.
You deserve to live a life you feel excited to wake up for each morning. If you're feeling stuck and ready to move forward, I can provide support as you navigate life's transitions. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, disordered eating, trauma, and parents who have children struggling with their own mental health or eating disorder. I am currently enrolled in a three year training in Somatic Experiencing, which offers healing from trauma through the nervous system. In our work together you can expect a supportive environment, without judgement or agenda, as you explore your own story.
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I am passionate about using an empathetic, collaborative approach to help clients heal, evolve, and tap into their full potential. I have counseling experience working in various levels of mental care. From working as a group facilitator, couples therapist, and clinician, I provide a safe space to guide and support emerging adults, adults, and elders. I specialize in intergenerational/complex trauma, eating disorders, multicultural issues, family conflicts, substance use disorders, grief, adjustment difficulties, and premarital/marital issues. See if I am accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
I am passionate about using an empathetic, collaborative approach to help clients heal, evolve, and tap into their full potential. I have counseling experience working in various levels of mental care. From working as a group facilitator, couples therapist, and clinician, I provide a safe space to guide and support emerging adults, adults, and elders. I specialize in intergenerational/complex trauma, eating disorders, multicultural issues, family conflicts, substance use disorders, grief, adjustment difficulties, and premarital/marital issues. See if I am accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
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Samantha Mackintosh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07043 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m Samantha Mackintosh, a NJ Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I’ve been in practice since 2017 and specialize in working with people ages 14+ dealing with: depression, anxiety, trauma-related stress, self-harm, major life transitions, relationship concerns, and clients struggling with loving and accepting themselves, including those with low self-esteem, body image issues, and eating disorders. I truly believe that everyone needs empathy for their struggles and a safe space to openly share their story, their thoughts, and their feelings in order to heal. Let's work together to decide how you can reach your goals!
Hello! I’m Samantha Mackintosh, a NJ Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I’ve been in practice since 2017 and specialize in working with people ages 14+ dealing with: depression, anxiety, trauma-related stress, self-harm, major life transitions, relationship concerns, and clients struggling with loving and accepting themselves, including those with low self-esteem, body image issues, and eating disorders. I truly believe that everyone needs empathy for their struggles and a safe space to openly share their story, their thoughts, and their feelings in order to heal. Let's work together to decide how you can reach your goals!
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Pooja Bakri Creative Arts Therapy LLC
Art Therapist, LPAT, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
I have clinical experience working with individuals struggling with symptoms that include self-injury, eating disorders, substance abuse and depression.
I specialize in providing creative art therapy services to individuals of all ages and am dedicated to helping my clients discover their own unique path to happiness and wellbeing. Words alone often cannot express the emotions experienced for many people who are struggling to overcome trauma or challenges in life. By combining traditional psychotherapy with the creative process, art therapy can provide opportunities to explore behaviors, emotions, and experiences. Each session can provide a wonderful outlet to relieve anxiety and stress. No previous experience in art making is needed to benefit from this therapeutic method.
I have clinical experience working with individuals struggling with symptoms that include self-injury, eating disorders, substance abuse and depression.
I specialize in providing creative art therapy services to individuals of all ages and am dedicated to helping my clients discover their own unique path to happiness and wellbeing. Words alone often cannot express the emotions experienced for many people who are struggling to overcome trauma or challenges in life. By combining traditional psychotherapy with the creative process, art therapy can provide opportunities to explore behaviors, emotions, and experiences. Each session can provide a wonderful outlet to relieve anxiety and stress. No previous experience in art making is needed to benefit from this therapeutic method.
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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.