Eating Disorders Therapists in Sharon, ON
She is trained in EMDR Therapy, Deep Brain Reorienting, both traditional and Radically Open DBT, as well as CBT and CBT-E (for eating disorders).
Life's tough. We all need help sometimes. Seeking help is often the hardest step, so good for you even being here! If your current strategies aren't working, if you aren't getting results, or if you're not sure how to change, it might be time to seek some support. Joelle is a Registered Psychotherapist who specializes in trauma (both PTSD and Complex PTSD), dissociation, and eating/body concerns. Together, we will examine relevant thoughts, emotions, behaviours or experiences, release anything that feels stuck, and learn strategies to cope or find more balance.
She is trained in EMDR Therapy, Deep Brain Reorienting, both traditional and Radically Open DBT, as well as CBT and CBT-E (for eating disorders).
Life's tough. We all need help sometimes. Seeking help is often the hardest step, so good for you even being here! If your current strategies aren't working, if you aren't getting results, or if you're not sure how to change, it might be time to seek some support. Joelle is a Registered Psychotherapist who specializes in trauma (both PTSD and Complex PTSD), dissociation, and eating/body concerns. Together, we will examine relevant thoughts, emotions, behaviours or experiences, release anything that feels stuck, and learn strategies to cope or find more balance.
I have experience in the areas of self-esteem, mood disorders, eating disorders, emotional awareness and trauma.
Hi! I'm so glad you stopped by. My name's Alysha, I'm a Registered Psychotherapist and truly consider it a privilege and honour to do the work I do. I am an empathetic and compassionate therapist. I am always aiming to use tools and approaches that not only have evidence to support them but work best for each individual client. I believe everyone has their own unique story and each of us at one time or another needs help processing or working through where our story has taken us.
I have experience in the areas of self-esteem, mood disorders, eating disorders, emotional awareness and trauma.
Hi! I'm so glad you stopped by. My name's Alysha, I'm a Registered Psychotherapist and truly consider it a privilege and honour to do the work I do. I am an empathetic and compassionate therapist. I am always aiming to use tools and approaches that not only have evidence to support them but work best for each individual client. I believe everyone has their own unique story and each of us at one time or another needs help processing or working through where our story has taken us.
I’m a psychotherapist who is passionate about supporting individuals who feel stuck in patterns of chronic anxiety, depression, substance use or dissociation in response to past experiences and current triggers. My ideal client is looking to improve their regulation skills while gaining self-understanding through a compassionate collaborative exploration. I offer an empathic, non-judgmental, lighthearted space where you can build trust in your body's automatic responses while improving your capacity for growth towards specific psychotherapy goals.
I’m a psychotherapist who is passionate about supporting individuals who feel stuck in patterns of chronic anxiety, depression, substance use or dissociation in response to past experiences and current triggers. My ideal client is looking to improve their regulation skills while gaining self-understanding through a compassionate collaborative exploration. I offer an empathic, non-judgmental, lighthearted space where you can build trust in your body's automatic responses while improving your capacity for growth towards specific psychotherapy goals.
I offer online sessions exclusively through Strength Counselling Services. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity for healing and growth—no matter where they are in life. I work with individuals aged 13 and up, supporting clients through a wide range of challenges including mood-related concerns, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and personal development. Whether you’re navigating addiction, trauma, C-PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, grief and loss, attachment wounds, criminality, or religious, cult, or spiritual abuse, you don’t have to face it alone.
I offer online sessions exclusively through Strength Counselling Services. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity for healing and growth—no matter where they are in life. I work with individuals aged 13 and up, supporting clients through a wide range of challenges including mood-related concerns, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and personal development. Whether you’re navigating addiction, trauma, C-PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, grief and loss, attachment wounds, criminality, or religious, cult, or spiritual abuse, you don’t have to face it alone.
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I specialize in supporting individuals working through eating disorders, body image concerns, identity development, and self-esteem.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in curiosity. Together, we explore the experiences and beliefs that shape how you relate to yourself and others. I aim to create a space where you feel safe to reflect, build self-awareness, and develop new ways of navigating emotional and relational challenges.
I specialize in supporting individuals working through eating disorders, body image concerns, identity development, and self-esteem.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in curiosity. Together, we explore the experiences and beliefs that shape how you relate to yourself and others. I aim to create a space where you feel safe to reflect, build self-awareness, and develop new ways of navigating emotional and relational challenges.
NEW patients welcome. Are you experiencing addiction or feelings of anxiety, depression, frustration or grief? Do you find yourself stuck in a pattern of behaviours that are negatively impacting your life such as substance use or gambling? Are you finding it difficult to deal with racing thoughts & unpleasant emotions that become debilitating? I am here to offer support & guidance as you embark on your journey of self-exploration and growth. I have 5+ years of experience working in addictions & mental health and am pleased to provide low cost therapy services.
NEW patients welcome. Are you experiencing addiction or feelings of anxiety, depression, frustration or grief? Do you find yourself stuck in a pattern of behaviours that are negatively impacting your life such as substance use or gambling? Are you finding it difficult to deal with racing thoughts & unpleasant emotions that become debilitating? I am here to offer support & guidance as you embark on your journey of self-exploration and growth. I have 5+ years of experience working in addictions & mental health and am pleased to provide low cost therapy services.
Therapy for ADHD, Anxiety, Anger, and Eating Disorders.
In my practice, I use a number of psychotherapeutic approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, and Psychodynamic approaches, to help clients understand the root of issues as we look towards building a better future. In a safe and non-judgmental space, I work from a strengths-based and trauma-informed framework.
Therapy for ADHD, Anxiety, Anger, and Eating Disorders.
In my practice, I use a number of psychotherapeutic approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, and Psychodynamic approaches, to help clients understand the root of issues as we look towards building a better future. In a safe and non-judgmental space, I work from a strengths-based and trauma-informed framework.
Joelle Anderson, specializes in eating disorders, trauma, and complex mental health issues such as DID or OCD and related disorders.
All our clinicians are emotion-focused and have training in CBT or DBT. Each also has unique specialty practices. These include traditional indigenous practices, suicide intervention training, eating disorders and/or body image training, mindfulness-based techniques, EMDR and/or other trauma modalities.
Joelle Anderson, specializes in eating disorders, trauma, and complex mental health issues such as DID or OCD and related disorders.
All our clinicians are emotion-focused and have training in CBT or DBT. Each also has unique specialty practices. These include traditional indigenous practices, suicide intervention training, eating disorders and/or body image training, mindfulness-based techniques, EMDR and/or other trauma modalities.
If anxiety, depression, or past trauma are holding you back, it can feel like you're stuck in a never-ending cycle. The weight of past experiences can make it hard to trust yourself or find peace in your relationships. You may feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. Together, we can explore the impact of these struggles and work through the pain. By building your confidence, improving communication, and developing effective coping strategies you will gain a deeper understanding of yourself, develop effective communication skills, coping strategies, and cultivate a greater sense of well-being.
If anxiety, depression, or past trauma are holding you back, it can feel like you're stuck in a never-ending cycle. The weight of past experiences can make it hard to trust yourself or find peace in your relationships. You may feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. Together, we can explore the impact of these struggles and work through the pain. By building your confidence, improving communication, and developing effective coping strategies you will gain a deeper understanding of yourself, develop effective communication skills, coping strategies, and cultivate a greater sense of well-being.
Madalyn Marcus is a registered clinical psychologist who has extensive experience in psychological assessment and treatment of people with diverse clinical concerns including eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, self-harm behaviour, and interpersonal and adjustment related difficulties.
Dr. Marcus's professional experience includes psychology positions in outpatient, inpatient, day hospital, community, and private practice settings. She received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from York University. When not working, Dr. Marcus enjoys spending time with her two children and her partner, being creative and active, and travelling when possible.
Madalyn Marcus is a registered clinical psychologist who has extensive experience in psychological assessment and treatment of people with diverse clinical concerns including eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, self-harm behaviour, and interpersonal and adjustment related difficulties.
Dr. Marcus's professional experience includes psychology positions in outpatient, inpatient, day hospital, community, and private practice settings. She received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from York University. When not working, Dr. Marcus enjoys spending time with her two children and her partner, being creative and active, and travelling when possible.
If you are struggling with a particular issue, feeling lost in a relationship; intimate or professional, worrying and lacking the motivation to put ideas/thoughts into action, or just generally feeling stuck, I'm glad you are here. Life is complex and doesn't come with clear and definitive guidelines. No wonder we can feel overwhelmed! Sometimes it can just feel like it too much to manage alone. Working in a therapeutic relationship where you are the focus can help you find ways to learn, grow, and heal.
If you are struggling with a particular issue, feeling lost in a relationship; intimate or professional, worrying and lacking the motivation to put ideas/thoughts into action, or just generally feeling stuck, I'm glad you are here. Life is complex and doesn't come with clear and definitive guidelines. No wonder we can feel overwhelmed! Sometimes it can just feel like it too much to manage alone. Working in a therapeutic relationship where you are the focus can help you find ways to learn, grow, and heal.
Are you experiencing one or more of these issues: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, disordered eating or trauma effects?
Simone is experienced in working with individuals and families, in community mental health as well as private practice. In 2016 Simone was nominated for a "Business Person of Character" award from the Character Community Foundation.
Are you experiencing one or more of these issues: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, disordered eating or trauma effects?
Simone is experienced in working with individuals and families, in community mental health as well as private practice. In 2016 Simone was nominated for a "Business Person of Character" award from the Character Community Foundation.
Do you struggle with an eating disorder, disordered eating, poor body image, or an obsession with numbers?
I assist clients in reclaiming their body- developing respect, neutrality & comfort for that which houses the inner being. You are resilient and worthy of a life free from limiting rules and beliefs. Chronic body image and eating concerns do not need to define your existence. I work from an anti-oppressive and weight inclusive framework.
Do you struggle with an eating disorder, disordered eating, poor body image, or an obsession with numbers?
I assist clients in reclaiming their body- developing respect, neutrality & comfort for that which houses the inner being. You are resilient and worthy of a life free from limiting rules and beliefs. Chronic body image and eating concerns do not need to define your existence. I work from an anti-oppressive and weight inclusive framework.
She offers treatment for a range of issues including anxiety, relationship problems, adjustment disorders, and has specific expertise in the treatment of eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, low self-esteem/ self-confidence, women's issues, life-threatening illness, and loss and bereavement.
Randi worked at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, in Oncology, specifically Young Adult and Gynecology Oncology for eight years. She then worked at McGill University Student Mental Health Service for eight years, as a psychotherapist and then as Director of the McGill Eating Disorder Program, January 2011-May 2017.
She offers treatment for a range of issues including anxiety, relationship problems, adjustment disorders, and has specific expertise in the treatment of eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, low self-esteem/ self-confidence, women's issues, life-threatening illness, and loss and bereavement.
Randi worked at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, in Oncology, specifically Young Adult and Gynecology Oncology for eight years. She then worked at McGill University Student Mental Health Service for eight years, as a psychotherapist and then as Director of the McGill Eating Disorder Program, January 2011-May 2017.
Difficult life experiences can make coping with daily events challenging. Some people isolate themselves in a variety of ways due to fear of burdening or not being understood by those around them. For others, unprocessed adversity from childhood can leave them feeling a disconnect from the world, loved ones, and even their own bodies. The affects can be feelings of depression, anxiety, shame and/or self-doubt. Therapy can be a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore the parts of yourself you have difficulty exploring elsewhere and get tools to help you live the life you want.
Difficult life experiences can make coping with daily events challenging. Some people isolate themselves in a variety of ways due to fear of burdening or not being understood by those around them. For others, unprocessed adversity from childhood can leave them feeling a disconnect from the world, loved ones, and even their own bodies. The affects can be feelings of depression, anxiety, shame and/or self-doubt. Therapy can be a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore the parts of yourself you have difficulty exploring elsewhere and get tools to help you live the life you want.
I’ve been helping adults with eating disorders, anxiety, binge eating, perfectionism and self-esteem issues for over twenty years, and in a variety of settings.
I draw from CBT, ACT, Compassion -Focussed, client-centered, brief and longer term approaches. I offer clients with eating disorders CBT-E (Enhanced Cognitive Behavior Therapy), a specialized, leading, evidence-based treatment developed by The Centre for Research on Eating Disorders, Oxford. Together, we can decide on the most helpful approach for you.
I’ve been helping adults with eating disorders, anxiety, binge eating, perfectionism and self-esteem issues for over twenty years, and in a variety of settings.
I draw from CBT, ACT, Compassion -Focussed, client-centered, brief and longer term approaches. I offer clients with eating disorders CBT-E (Enhanced Cognitive Behavior Therapy), a specialized, leading, evidence-based treatment developed by The Centre for Research on Eating Disorders, Oxford. Together, we can decide on the most helpful approach for you.
These groups are for individuals who want to understand and improve the quality of the relationships in their lives. We will use our interactions with each other to explore interpersonal patterns that interfere with intimacy and connection with others and learn new ways of relating that deepen and strengthen the relationships to themselves and to others. In an environment of safety, trust, honesty and open communication, group members will have the opportunity to examine their style of relating to others. They will learn to live in full, open, honest relationships, experience emotional and social support and learn from others.
These groups are for individuals who want to understand and improve the quality of the relationships in their lives. We will use our interactions with each other to explore interpersonal patterns that interfere with intimacy and connection with others and learn new ways of relating that deepen and strengthen the relationships to themselves and to others. In an environment of safety, trust, honesty and open communication, group members will have the opportunity to examine their style of relating to others. They will learn to live in full, open, honest relationships, experience emotional and social support and learn from others.
Having experienced disordered eating earlier in my life, I understand how entrenched these cycles can feel.
Many of my clients are high-functioning and capable, yet privately feel out of control for various reasons. In therapy, we identify the emotional triggers driving the behaviour, build tolerance, reduce shame, and develop practical skills that are transferable to everyday life.
Having experienced disordered eating earlier in my life, I understand how entrenched these cycles can feel.
Many of my clients are high-functioning and capable, yet privately feel out of control for various reasons. In therapy, we identify the emotional triggers driving the behaviour, build tolerance, reduce shame, and develop practical skills that are transferable to everyday life.
If you are struggling with bulimia, or other disordered eating, you have likely promised yourself time and time again that this will be the last time that you engage in these behaviours, assuring yourself that you know what to do and that you can stop anytime.
My approach is to work in a respectful and inclusive manner, helping to facilitate change when you're ready. I firmly believe that you have your eating disorder for very good reasons, and that with education, treatment and learning new ways of coping, you can recover as have so many of my clients. My office hours are 9:30 am to 5 pm Monday through Thursday.
If you are struggling with bulimia, or other disordered eating, you have likely promised yourself time and time again that this will be the last time that you engage in these behaviours, assuring yourself that you know what to do and that you can stop anytime.
My approach is to work in a respectful and inclusive manner, helping to facilitate change when you're ready. I firmly believe that you have your eating disorder for very good reasons, and that with education, treatment and learning new ways of coping, you can recover as have so many of my clients. My office hours are 9:30 am to 5 pm Monday through Thursday.
Are you new to therapy, and need a supportive, you-focused introduction to life-changing self-awareness? Maybe you've been doing therapy for years, but feel like something from the process is "missing"? Do you still feeling stuck, despite how many breathing exercises and positive self-talk you do? Struggling with childhood trauma, eating challenges, anxiety, grief (or all of the above?). Then let's talk! Using a combination of talk therapy, body-based somatics, critical reframing and psychoeducation, I work with individuals and clients to go DEEPER and get the support and results they're looking for.
Are you new to therapy, and need a supportive, you-focused introduction to life-changing self-awareness? Maybe you've been doing therapy for years, but feel like something from the process is "missing"? Do you still feeling stuck, despite how many breathing exercises and positive self-talk you do? Struggling with childhood trauma, eating challenges, anxiety, grief (or all of the above?). Then let's talk! Using a combination of talk therapy, body-based somatics, critical reframing and psychoeducation, I work with individuals and clients to go DEEPER and get the support and results they're looking for.
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Eating Disorders Counsellors
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.