Eating Disorders Therapists in Tualatin, OR
Chantelle K Dockter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tualatin, OR 97062
I have been counseling for over twenty years, and working with people is truly my passion. I work primarily with teens, adults, and couples, with an emphasis in working with first responders . I specialize in self-harm behaviors, eating disorders, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, PTSD, self-esteem, and abuse issues. As a Christian counselor I integrate Biblical truths with psychological principles. I believe it is the job of the counselor to provide a safe, supportive, challenging, and collaborative environment for each client that enters the office. I work with many insurance companies as an out-of-network provider only.
I have been counseling for over twenty years, and working with people is truly my passion. I work primarily with teens, adults, and couples, with an emphasis in working with first responders . I specialize in self-harm behaviors, eating disorders, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, PTSD, self-esteem, and abuse issues. As a Christian counselor I integrate Biblical truths with psychological principles. I believe it is the job of the counselor to provide a safe, supportive, challenging, and collaborative environment for each client that enters the office. I work with many insurance companies as an out-of-network provider only.
Melissa graduated from George Fox University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health. Notable coursework includes: Treating the Continuum of Attachment Difficulties, Impact of Complex Trauma, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: A Brainbased Approach, Treatment of Negative Body Image, Family Therapy in the Treatment of Eating Disorders, Human Growth and Development, and Interpersonal Neurobiology and Pharmacology. She also holds a certification in Foster and Adoptive Family Therapy from Portland State University.
Melissa graduated from George Fox University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health. Notable coursework includes: Treating the Continuum of Attachment Difficulties, Impact of Complex Trauma, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: A Brainbased Approach, Treatment of Negative Body Image, Family Therapy in the Treatment of Eating Disorders, Human Growth and Development, and Interpersonal Neurobiology and Pharmacology. She also holds a certification in Foster and Adoptive Family Therapy from Portland State University.
As a former Private Practitioner, Naomi treated a variety of clients with issues such as abuse, addictions, grief, loss, learning difficulties and life transitions. She uses a variety of techniques to help clients identify presenting problems and resulting patterns. Naomi is culturally sensitive and honored to help clients navigate a path toward healing and growth. She enjoys working with adolescents, adults, and families. The best part of this work is the opportunity to walk alongside clients during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
As a former Private Practitioner, Naomi treated a variety of clients with issues such as abuse, addictions, grief, loss, learning difficulties and life transitions. She uses a variety of techniques to help clients identify presenting problems and resulting patterns. Naomi is culturally sensitive and honored to help clients navigate a path toward healing and growth. She enjoys working with adolescents, adults, and families. The best part of this work is the opportunity to walk alongside clients during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
Anne O'Donnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CADC I
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062
Education Anne graduated from Multnomah University in 2018, Warner University in 2013, BS from Warner University in 2006. She has been a Certified Addictions Counselor since 2003. Services Offered Individual, Group, Family Counseling Theoretical Orientation Acceptance and Commitment Theory, Attachment Theory, Solution Focused Ages Served 1864, 65+ Specialties Substance use issues, Addictions, DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, ACT
Education Anne graduated from Multnomah University in 2018, Warner University in 2013, BS from Warner University in 2006. She has been a Certified Addictions Counselor since 2003. Services Offered Individual, Group, Family Counseling Theoretical Orientation Acceptance and Commitment Theory, Attachment Theory, Solution Focused Ages Served 1864, 65+ Specialties Substance use issues, Addictions, DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, ACT
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
Tyler Ray Pruitt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062 (Online Only)
My work consists of addressing complex issues such as addiction, unhealthy behaviors, identity issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, life transitions, relational problems, and trauma.
My work consists of addressing complex issues such as addiction, unhealthy behaviors, identity issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, life transitions, relational problems, and trauma.
Melinda Del Rio Quinones-Miranda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062 (Online Only)
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
Grace Clinic Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LMHC, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062
Grace Clinic Christian Counseling is a professional mental health counseling center offering comprehensive services in Orlando, FL, Ocala, FL, and Portland, OR. Working with clients of all ages, our team of experienced, independent, private practitioners help guide both individuals and families to relational wholeness.
Grace Clinic believes that the best counseling isn't based on a number of steps or easy answers. It is a process that helps people identify where they have built a life apart from God and that calls them to authentic relationship with Him and with others.
Grace Clinic Christian Counseling is a professional mental health counseling center offering comprehensive services in Orlando, FL, Ocala, FL, and Portland, OR. Working with clients of all ages, our team of experienced, independent, private practitioners help guide both individuals and families to relational wholeness.
Grace Clinic believes that the best counseling isn't based on a number of steps or easy answers. It is a process that helps people identify where they have built a life apart from God and that calls them to authentic relationship with Him and with others.
Chronic stress, life changes, loss, trauma, illness, or relational problems can cause coping difficulties that impact quality of life. Although time alone can sometimes help, meaningful resolution of the problems and real growth takes place within the context of a supportive relationship. It is within a nurturing relationship that individuals heal and grow.
Chronic stress, life changes, loss, trauma, illness, or relational problems can cause coping difficulties that impact quality of life. Although time alone can sometimes help, meaningful resolution of the problems and real growth takes place within the context of a supportive relationship. It is within a nurturing relationship that individuals heal and grow.
Cascade Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062
Cascade Counseling and Consulting is a dedicated and compassionate behavioral health clinic - and we're here to support you! Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or the current stress of life? We are an experienced team of skilled providers who work with clients to address issues of stress, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family dynamics and work/life balance. All are welcome here - and we welcome people of all faiths/religions, family systems, ethnicities and sexual orientations.
Cascade Counseling and Consulting is a dedicated and compassionate behavioral health clinic - and we're here to support you! Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or the current stress of life? We are an experienced team of skilled providers who work with clients to address issues of stress, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family dynamics and work/life balance. All are welcome here - and we welcome people of all faiths/religions, family systems, ethnicities and sexual orientations.
Jessica Conwell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My practice specialties include working with eating disorders, substance abuse, and problematic gaming and internet use.
I offer therapy for people with a variety of concerns who range in age from adolescent through adulthood. Many challenges can present themselves as we navigate through life and we can all use a little extra support from time to time. I work with my clients to meet them where they are and to help them move towards their goals for emotional growth and healing.
My practice specialties include working with eating disorders, substance abuse, and problematic gaming and internet use.
I offer therapy for people with a variety of concerns who range in age from adolescent through adulthood. Many challenges can present themselves as we navigate through life and we can all use a little extra support from time to time. I work with my clients to meet them where they are and to help them move towards their goals for emotional growth and healing.
Elaine Lamb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tualatin, OR 97062
Not accepting new clients
Depression, anxiety, and family stress are often present for individuals living with eating disorders.
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, grief, or depression. I have 30 plus years of experience working with individuals, couples and families who are living with disordered eating, anxiety, grief, and depression. Healing and lasting change is possible when you have a plan that is based on your individual needs and strengths. Therapy is a collaborative process and together we will discover what is getting in the way of your ability to live more comfortably. There is a path through pain.
Depression, anxiety, and family stress are often present for individuals living with eating disorders.
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, grief, or depression. I have 30 plus years of experience working with individuals, couples and families who are living with disordered eating, anxiety, grief, and depression. Healing and lasting change is possible when you have a plan that is based on your individual needs and strengths. Therapy is a collaborative process and together we will discover what is getting in the way of your ability to live more comfortably. There is a path through pain.
Kristy R Baker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tualatin, OR 97062
Not accepting new clients
I work from a collaborative perspective and my approach to therapy is compassionate and pragmatic. I see each client as an individual and would love to help give support through a recent difficulty or a long-standing challenge. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, life transitions, LGBT issues, grief and loss, trauma, eating disorders, and performance coaching.
I work from a collaborative perspective and my approach to therapy is compassionate and pragmatic. I see each client as an individual and would love to help give support through a recent difficulty or a long-standing challenge. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, life transitions, LGBT issues, grief and loss, trauma, eating disorders, and performance coaching.
Martha Blake
Psychologist, MBA, NCPsyA, Psychol
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062
Not accepting new clients
As a licensed psychologist and Jungian analyst, I gently proceed at your pace as we explore what is happening in your life--experiences and your feelings about them-- in search of meaning and the potential for the transformation of depression, anxiety, and relationships. Finding meaning opens an individual to self-acceptance, transformation, authenticity, and renewed energy for life and relationship.
As a licensed psychologist and Jungian analyst, I gently proceed at your pace as we explore what is happening in your life--experiences and your feelings about them-- in search of meaning and the potential for the transformation of depression, anxiety, and relationships. Finding meaning opens an individual to self-acceptance, transformation, authenticity, and renewed energy for life and relationship.
Mountain Peak Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes life's challenges can be overwhelming, and you may seek counseling to regain your life balance, energy, and happiness. I facilitate clients' exploration to promote wellness, personal growth, and positive life changes. I work together with clients to develop strengths, reach goals, and to foster emotional healing. I offer insightful support to your growth in developing healthier coping strategies, identifying effective problem-solving skills, and improving communication skills. Everyone's situation is unique so together we will design the best plan to find healthy solutions to life's challenges.
Sometimes life's challenges can be overwhelming, and you may seek counseling to regain your life balance, energy, and happiness. I facilitate clients' exploration to promote wellness, personal growth, and positive life changes. I work together with clients to develop strengths, reach goals, and to foster emotional healing. I offer insightful support to your growth in developing healthier coping strategies, identifying effective problem-solving skills, and improving communication skills. Everyone's situation is unique so together we will design the best plan to find healthy solutions to life's challenges.
Holly Shumway MA, NCC, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tualatin, OR 97062 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I help individuals, couples, and families achieve a sense of integrative wholeness by creating healthy connections for mind, body, and the emotional self to work effectively together rather than in opposition to one another. Often, the overlooked, the unspoken, and the unaccepted pieces of our inner selves prohibit our ability to experience a sense of wholeness. Personal challenges often become more manageable and approachable when the unknown is met with compassionate understanding.
I help individuals, couples, and families achieve a sense of integrative wholeness by creating healthy connections for mind, body, and the emotional self to work effectively together rather than in opposition to one another. Often, the overlooked, the unspoken, and the unaccepted pieces of our inner selves prohibit our ability to experience a sense of wholeness. Personal challenges often become more manageable and approachable when the unknown is met with compassionate understanding.
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Neil Panchmatia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97223 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck in your life, and seeking transformation to help you heal, thrive and live a more fulfilling life? I specialize in working with individuals struggling with obstacles to fuller living: be it experiencing anxiety/panic or depression, living with trauma, body image issues/ eating disorders, or experiencing marginalization due to one's identities or background. I offer an inclusive and affirming approach in working with clients from all walks of life. A life lived more richly and authentically is possible, and I'm here to support you with this journey of self-exploration, self-care and growth.
Are you feeling stuck in your life, and seeking transformation to help you heal, thrive and live a more fulfilling life? I specialize in working with individuals struggling with obstacles to fuller living: be it experiencing anxiety/panic or depression, living with trauma, body image issues/ eating disorders, or experiencing marginalization due to one's identities or background. I offer an inclusive and affirming approach in working with clients from all walks of life. A life lived more richly and authentically is possible, and I'm here to support you with this journey of self-exploration, self-care and growth.
Mary J DiOrio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97005 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients. Helping people achieve a higher quality life with more joy never gets old. Working with full spectrum eating disorders, ranging from people who are grappling with bulimia, anorexia, binge eating, compulsive/emotional eating, to orthorexia. I address body image concerns by helping clients gain insight in order to develop effective coping mechanisms. My practice includes working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, feeling "stuck" or seeking a higher quality of life, social phobias, and obsessive compulsive issues.
I am currently accepting new clients. Helping people achieve a higher quality life with more joy never gets old. Working with full spectrum eating disorders, ranging from people who are grappling with bulimia, anorexia, binge eating, compulsive/emotional eating, to orthorexia. I address body image concerns by helping clients gain insight in order to develop effective coping mechanisms. My practice includes working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, feeling "stuck" or seeking a higher quality of life, social phobias, and obsessive compulsive issues.
Monica Marquard
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA , MFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
My speciality is working with eating disorders and those coping with acute or chronic health conditions.
Whether this is your first time in therapy or you have been in therapy before, welcome. You are right where you need to be and I am so glad that you are taking the brave step in reaching out. My approach to therapy is joining you through a compassion focused lens. When working together, I will help you understand how your behaviors may have protected you in the past. Together, we can work to let go of harmful behaviors and integrate more adaptive coping mechanisms into your daily life. We will work together to integrate the parts of you that can get you to feeling like your more authentic self.
My speciality is working with eating disorders and those coping with acute or chronic health conditions.
Whether this is your first time in therapy or you have been in therapy before, welcome. You are right where you need to be and I am so glad that you are taking the brave step in reaching out. My approach to therapy is joining you through a compassion focused lens. When working together, I will help you understand how your behaviors may have protected you in the past. Together, we can work to let go of harmful behaviors and integrate more adaptive coping mechanisms into your daily life. We will work together to integrate the parts of you that can get you to feeling like your more authentic self.
The road of life isn't always smooth and easy... and it's a road you don't have to navigate alone. Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you defeat yourself with self-critical thinking? Does stress get in the way of accomplishing your goals in life? I enjoy working with clients who are ready to seek the road to recovery - from trauma, abuse, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and the stress of life.
The road of life isn't always smooth and easy... and it's a road you don't have to navigate alone. Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you defeat yourself with self-critical thinking? Does stress get in the way of accomplishing your goals in life? I enjoy working with clients who are ready to seek the road to recovery - from trauma, abuse, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and the stress of life.
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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.