Eating Disorders Therapists in Calgary, AB
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families who are navigating eating disorders, body image concerns, relationship and marital distress-often at the same time.
Throughout my years of practice as a psychologist, I have had specialized training in the Gottman Couples Therapy Method, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Family Based Treatment, CBT-AR for ARFID, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families who are navigating eating disorders, body image concerns, relationship and marital distress-often at the same time.
Throughout my years of practice as a psychologist, I have had specialized training in the Gottman Couples Therapy Method, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Family Based Treatment, CBT-AR for ARFID, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
That said, I have a particular knack for connecting with neurodivergent folks, as well as people navigating eating disorders and body image challenges.
If you’re a parent seeking support for your child or teen, I structure sessions strategically to ensure you feel informed and involved throughout the process. I strive to bridge the gap between psychological concepts and everyday life, helping clients and families understand themselves more deeply and practically.
That said, I have a particular knack for connecting with neurodivergent folks, as well as people navigating eating disorders and body image challenges.
If you’re a parent seeking support for your child or teen, I structure sessions strategically to ensure you feel informed and involved throughout the process. I strive to bridge the gap between psychological concepts and everyday life, helping clients and families understand themselves more deeply and practically.
If you’re caught in cycles of binge eating, dieting, weight loss/ regain, or other food struggles, you’re not alone.
Freedom is not out of reach. Dieting and food noise may have left you believing your value depends on the number on the scale. They can rob you of joy and take away the ability to live in the moment.
Recovery is possible. No matter how long you’ve been struggling, there is a path toward freedom, stability, and peace with food and your body.
If you’re caught in cycles of binge eating, dieting, weight loss/ regain, or other food struggles, you’re not alone.
Freedom is not out of reach. Dieting and food noise may have left you believing your value depends on the number on the scale. They can rob you of joy and take away the ability to live in the moment.
Recovery is possible. No matter how long you’ve been struggling, there is a path toward freedom, stability, and peace with food and your body.
I work with adolescents, adults and families struggling with a range of mental health and relationship concerns. My specialty areas include eating disorders, trauma, couple therapy and parenting issues.My training has a strong attachment and family systems focus. I was also trained in Integrated Body focused Psychotherapy and Family Constellations. I also bring to my work my life experience of living in various parts of the world, the experience of moving through life transitions successfully and that of parenting my own two children. For clients who are interested in Eating Disorder resources, please consult the following website : www.silverliningsfoundation.ca
I work with adolescents, adults and families struggling with a range of mental health and relationship concerns. My specialty areas include eating disorders, trauma, couple therapy and parenting issues.My training has a strong attachment and family systems focus. I was also trained in Integrated Body focused Psychotherapy and Family Constellations. I also bring to my work my life experience of living in various parts of the world, the experience of moving through life transitions successfully and that of parenting my own two children. For clients who are interested in Eating Disorder resources, please consult the following website : www.silverliningsfoundation.ca
I specialize in the areas of eating disorders, anxiety and relationships, whether a relationship you are in currently, in the past, or relationship with self.
I'm a Registered Psychologist who is dedicated to helping you overcome stress, worry, and fear. If you have anxieties about your life and relationships, or about eating, food, and the way your body looks, as a therapist, I can help. You might be obsessed with thoughts that you can't control. To the outside world, you may appear to function well. But on the inside, you're in a constant state of anxiety and angst. You may be overwhelmed and terrified that you'll have another panic attack, gain weight, or that something horrible is about to happen.
I specialize in the areas of eating disorders, anxiety and relationships, whether a relationship you are in currently, in the past, or relationship with self.
I'm a Registered Psychologist who is dedicated to helping you overcome stress, worry, and fear. If you have anxieties about your life and relationships, or about eating, food, and the way your body looks, as a therapist, I can help. You might be obsessed with thoughts that you can't control. To the outside world, you may appear to function well. But on the inside, you're in a constant state of anxiety and angst. You may be overwhelmed and terrified that you'll have another panic attack, gain weight, or that something horrible is about to happen.
I am a Registered Psychologist in Calgary, Alberta, and the owner of Still Leaf Psychology, a group practice specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe thoughts about food, eating, exercise, or your body take up more space than you'd like, or perhaps anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, or past experiences have made it difficult to fully engage in the life you want to live. I provide a warm, compassionate space where you can slow down, gain clarity, and begin reconnecting with yourself. Together, we'll work toward a more peaceful relationship with yourself, creating space for the people, passions, and experiences that matter most.
I am a Registered Psychologist in Calgary, Alberta, and the owner of Still Leaf Psychology, a group practice specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe thoughts about food, eating, exercise, or your body take up more space than you'd like, or perhaps anxiety, OCD, perfectionism, or past experiences have made it difficult to fully engage in the life you want to live. I provide a warm, compassionate space where you can slow down, gain clarity, and begin reconnecting with yourself. Together, we'll work toward a more peaceful relationship with yourself, creating space for the people, passions, and experiences that matter most.
Struggles with eating disorders, body image, or the lasting effects of trauma can leave people wondering if life is supposed to feel calmer, safer, or more fulfilling.
I offer a personalized, trauma-informed approach to therapy. We begin by understanding where you are now and the challenges you’re facing, then work together to create a plan that supports healing and change. I provide an inclusive, compassionate space with in-person or virtual sessions to fit your schedule.
Struggles with eating disorders, body image, or the lasting effects of trauma can leave people wondering if life is supposed to feel calmer, safer, or more fulfilling.
I offer a personalized, trauma-informed approach to therapy. We begin by understanding where you are now and the challenges you’re facing, then work together to create a plan that supports healing and change. I provide an inclusive, compassionate space with in-person or virtual sessions to fit your schedule.
Specialties; Anxiety; Stress; Depression; Eating Disorders; Infertility; Relationships; Self-Esteem; Trauma
As an empathic and dynamic listener I'm passionate about helping people live to their full potential and overcome challenges. Whether I'm working with adults, couples, families, teens, or children, my goal is to create a warm, supportive space where healing and growth can take place.
At the heart of my work is a desire to truly understand each client not just the challenges, but their story, values, identity, and inner resources. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership where we explore what’s working, what needs to shift, and how you can move toward a life that aligns with your goals and values.
Specialties; Anxiety; Stress; Depression; Eating Disorders; Infertility; Relationships; Self-Esteem; Trauma
As an empathic and dynamic listener I'm passionate about helping people live to their full potential and overcome challenges. Whether I'm working with adults, couples, families, teens, or children, my goal is to create a warm, supportive space where healing and growth can take place.
At the heart of my work is a desire to truly understand each client not just the challenges, but their story, values, identity, and inner resources. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership where we explore what’s working, what needs to shift, and how you can move toward a life that aligns with your goals and values.
Have you been called needy, or maybe cold or distant by people you’re close to? Do you swing between craving connection or attention and shutting down when it feels too close? These patterns come from what psychologists call insecure attachment styles. AKA: relationship patterns we learn early in life and carry into adulthood. You’ve done the work: read self-help books, listened to podcasts, journaled, reflected, maybe even talked things through with A.I. chats at 2 a.m. But somehow the same painful patterns keep looping back. That’s not failure, it’s your attachment system trying to keep you safe, even when it’s keeping you stuck.
Have you been called needy, or maybe cold or distant by people you’re close to? Do you swing between craving connection or attention and shutting down when it feels too close? These patterns come from what psychologists call insecure attachment styles. AKA: relationship patterns we learn early in life and carry into adulthood. You’ve done the work: read self-help books, listened to podcasts, journaled, reflected, maybe even talked things through with A.I. chats at 2 a.m. But somehow the same painful patterns keep looping back. That’s not failure, it’s your attachment system trying to keep you safe, even when it’s keeping you stuck.
Are you experiencing an eating disorder, disordered eating and/or body image concerns?
In supporting YOU as you start to tackle the challenges you are currently facing, we will work collaboratively as you share your life experience and I bring my psychology training and experience, including evidence-based interventions to support long-term change. I work with individuals, families and couples including adolescents.
Are you experiencing an eating disorder, disordered eating and/or body image concerns?
In supporting YOU as you start to tackle the challenges you are currently facing, we will work collaboratively as you share your life experience and I bring my psychology training and experience, including evidence-based interventions to support long-term change. I work with individuals, families and couples including adolescents.
At Parallel, May Melnyk specializes in helping individuals and families who are affected by an eating disorder, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and other challenges.
Let’s face it, life can throw all sorts of challenges our way and sometimes it can be helpful to talk about it. The act of saying something out loud is an important first step in moving forward. Parallel Counselling is a safe space to explore, reframe, and realign what’s going on within you, your relationships, and the world around you to help you gain perspective, process past hurts, create new patterns, and feel more connected to yourself and the people in your life.
At Parallel, May Melnyk specializes in helping individuals and families who are affected by an eating disorder, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and other challenges.
Let’s face it, life can throw all sorts of challenges our way and sometimes it can be helpful to talk about it. The act of saying something out loud is an important first step in moving forward. Parallel Counselling is a safe space to explore, reframe, and realign what’s going on within you, your relationships, and the world around you to help you gain perspective, process past hurts, create new patterns, and feel more connected to yourself and the people in your life.
I also have a background in sports and athletics, which has driven a special interest in helping those with sports and exercise-related difficulties, including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, eating disorders, and performance anxiety.
I work primarily with evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and work diligently to refine my knowledge and skills through continuous training and supervision.
I also have a background in sports and athletics, which has driven a special interest in helping those with sports and exercise-related difficulties, including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, eating disorders, and performance anxiety.
I work primarily with evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and work diligently to refine my knowledge and skills through continuous training and supervision.
I am a Registered Psychologist who offers prompt, comprehensive, effective therapy that works! I help children, teens, couples and families to feel better quickly, to meet their goals, and to create more satisfying lives. Therapy is teamwork. We'll work together to build upon the strengths you already possess and to learn the skills and strategies necessary to make meaningful and lasting changes. You've already taken the first step along the pathway to greater health and happiness. Are you ready to let go of frustration, discover empowerment and motivation, and experience true transformation? Find out more at sharoncarlton.ca.
I am a Registered Psychologist who offers prompt, comprehensive, effective therapy that works! I help children, teens, couples and families to feel better quickly, to meet their goals, and to create more satisfying lives. Therapy is teamwork. We'll work together to build upon the strengths you already possess and to learn the skills and strategies necessary to make meaningful and lasting changes. You've already taken the first step along the pathway to greater health and happiness. Are you ready to let go of frustration, discover empowerment and motivation, and experience true transformation? Find out more at sharoncarlton.ca.
Highly specialized therapy for eating disorders/ disordered eating, body image, anxiety, OCD and related challenges; a place where you'll find a calm space to help understand your unique set of circumstances and find ways to take steps forward at a pace that works for you.
There are many therapists in Calgary - research shows that the finding the right fit/connection for you is the largest variable for therapeutic success. For this reason, I offer a no cost 30 minute phone or zoom consultation; if I'm not the right person for you, I am happy to provide alternative resources that may be helpful. Book online or by text or email.
Highly specialized therapy for eating disorders/ disordered eating, body image, anxiety, OCD and related challenges; a place where you'll find a calm space to help understand your unique set of circumstances and find ways to take steps forward at a pace that works for you.
There are many therapists in Calgary - research shows that the finding the right fit/connection for you is the largest variable for therapeutic success. For this reason, I offer a no cost 30 minute phone or zoom consultation; if I'm not the right person for you, I am happy to provide alternative resources that may be helpful. Book online or by text or email.
I have worked with clients in educational, community, and healthcare settings presenting with: stress, anxiety, depression, family difficulties, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, obesity, and eating disorders.
I am dedicated to helping clients enhance wellness and overcome life's challenges. I have had experience working with diverse clientele including children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of concerns or issues. My goal is to help clients develop insight and strategies to make meaningful change in their lives. I use a strength-based approach and research supported therapies to help clients live healthier, happier lives.
I have worked with clients in educational, community, and healthcare settings presenting with: stress, anxiety, depression, family difficulties, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem, obesity, and eating disorders.
I am dedicated to helping clients enhance wellness and overcome life's challenges. I have had experience working with diverse clientele including children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of concerns or issues. My goal is to help clients develop insight and strategies to make meaningful change in their lives. I use a strength-based approach and research supported therapies to help clients live healthier, happier lives.
I am a trained and experienced counsellor for relationship struggles, trauma, grief, chronic pain and health loss, body image and disordered eating concerns, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and an experienced Gottman and EFT trained couples therapist who helps couples enrich and strengthen relationships, intimacy and communication.
Is your life all you want it to be? Are you struggling to make changes on your own and it just ISN'T working? I offer skilled and compassionate counselling in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment where you can share your concerns, gain perspective and learn specific, targeted tools to help you navigate life's challenges, improve wellness and heal and move past life's difficulties. Working from a person-centered, holistic approach I blend cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic (including attachment focused) and interpersonal therapies to individualize the best care for you.
I am a trained and experienced counsellor for relationship struggles, trauma, grief, chronic pain and health loss, body image and disordered eating concerns, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and an experienced Gottman and EFT trained couples therapist who helps couples enrich and strengthen relationships, intimacy and communication.
Is your life all you want it to be? Are you struggling to make changes on your own and it just ISN'T working? I offer skilled and compassionate counselling in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment where you can share your concerns, gain perspective and learn specific, targeted tools to help you navigate life's challenges, improve wellness and heal and move past life's difficulties. Working from a person-centered, holistic approach I blend cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic (including attachment focused) and interpersonal therapies to individualize the best care for you.
The founder of Northland Psychology, she draws on years of experience treating patients in specialized clinics for PTSD, eating disorders, and addictions.
Her clinical interests include 2sLGBTAQIa+ mental health, Veterans, CAF, RCMP, Military Sexual Trauma (MST), ADHD, Autism, Indigenous mental health (NIHB), Trauma Sensitive Yoga.
The founder of Northland Psychology, she draws on years of experience treating patients in specialized clinics for PTSD, eating disorders, and addictions.
Her clinical interests include 2sLGBTAQIa+ mental health, Veterans, CAF, RCMP, Military Sexual Trauma (MST), ADHD, Autism, Indigenous mental health (NIHB), Trauma Sensitive Yoga.
I specialize in eating disorder support and treatment, anxiety and depression, along with emotion regulation.
I am here to help. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where we can work through these struggles together. I offer in-person sessions in Airdrie, AB and virtual services across Alberta, Nova Scotia and Ontario.
I specialize in eating disorder support and treatment, anxiety and depression, along with emotion regulation.
I am here to help. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where we can work through these struggles together. I offer in-person sessions in Airdrie, AB and virtual services across Alberta, Nova Scotia and Ontario.
If you're struggling with mental health, disordered eating, or trauma impacts, it can feel like your life is out of control and falling apart.
My hope is to help you feel like yourself again; to find joy, fulfillment, connection and peace in your life. Rather than focusing just on symptoms, we will work together to understand and address the root cause of your struggle. When working with me, you will find a safe and calm space of understanding, not blaming or shaming, in which to heal and grow.
If you're struggling with mental health, disordered eating, or trauma impacts, it can feel like your life is out of control and falling apart.
My hope is to help you feel like yourself again; to find joy, fulfillment, connection and peace in your life. Rather than focusing just on symptoms, we will work together to understand and address the root cause of your struggle. When working with me, you will find a safe and calm space of understanding, not blaming or shaming, in which to heal and grow.
I have a specialized focus working with trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, and body image concerns with adolescent and adult clients.
My intention in the counselling process is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic environment for clients, marked by collaboration, equality, and trust. Drawing from several psychological theories, I provide an eclectic and holistic framework of practice. I am committed to offering clients an effective, evidence-based, and meaningful therapeutic experience.
I have a specialized focus working with trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, and body image concerns with adolescent and adult clients.
My intention in the counselling process is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic environment for clients, marked by collaboration, equality, and trust. Drawing from several psychological theories, I provide an eclectic and holistic framework of practice. I am committed to offering clients an effective, evidence-based, and meaningful therapeutic experience.
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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.