Eating Disorders Therapists in Saskatoon, SK

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Shelley E Ugyan
Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety and eating disorders for adults and children.
Shelley sits on the executive board at the BC Clinical Hypnosis Society, and specializes in anxiety and eating disorders (all ages).The Science based ground breaking approaches she integrates into your healing are based on proven mind- body science including: EMDR, Hypnosis, parts work and CBT to name a few. Shelley loves to work with those ready for change.
Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety and eating disorders for adults and children.
Shelley sits on the executive board at the BC Clinical Hypnosis Society, and specializes in anxiety and eating disorders (all ages).The Science based ground breaking approaches she integrates into your healing are based on proven mind- body science including: EMDR, Hypnosis, parts work and CBT to name a few. Shelley loves to work with those ready for change.
(778) 800-6540 View (778) 800-6540
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Shelley E Ugyan
Counsellor, MA, BAEd
Saskatoon, SK S7H
Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety and eating disorders for adults and children.
Shelley sits on the executive board at the BC Clinical Hypnosis Society, and specializes in anxiety and eating disorders (all ages).The Science based ground breaking approaches she integrates into your healing are based on proven mind- body science including: EMDR, Hypnosis, parts work and CBT to name a few. Shelley loves to work with those ready for change.
Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety and eating disorders for adults and children.
Shelley sits on the executive board at the BC Clinical Hypnosis Society, and specializes in anxiety and eating disorders (all ages).The Science based ground breaking approaches she integrates into your healing are based on proven mind- body science including: EMDR, Hypnosis, parts work and CBT to name a few. Shelley loves to work with those ready for change.
(844) 668-9133 View (844) 668-9133
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Monique Roy
Registered Social Worker, BSW/RSW, SEP
Saskatoon, SK S7H
Disordered eating, binge/emotional eating & eating disorders.
I've been practicing as a social worker for 15 yrs. I'm a somatic experiencing practitioner (SEP). I'm fluent in French. I have my level 1 yoga teacher training. I specialize in anxiety, depression, dissociation, disordered eating/ eating disorders, anger, attachment/conflict resolution, incorporating neuroscience - connection between brain & nervous system.
Disordered eating, binge/emotional eating & eating disorders.
I've been practicing as a social worker for 15 yrs. I'm a somatic experiencing practitioner (SEP). I'm fluent in French. I have my level 1 yoga teacher training. I specialize in anxiety, depression, dissociation, disordered eating/ eating disorders, anger, attachment/conflict resolution, incorporating neuroscience - connection between brain & nervous system.
(306) 403-8482 View (306) 403-8482
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Shelley E Ugyan
Counsellor, MC, BAEd
Online Only
Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety and eating disorders for adults and children.
Shelley sits on the executive board at the BC Clinical Hypnosis Society, and specializes in anxiety and eating disorders (all ages).The Science based ground breaking approaches she integrates into your healing are based on proven mind- body science including: EMDR, Hypnosis, parts work and CBT to name a few. Shelley loves to work with those ready for change.
Shelley is known for her groundbreaking therapeutic work in anxiety and eating disorders for adults and children.
Shelley sits on the executive board at the BC Clinical Hypnosis Society, and specializes in anxiety and eating disorders (all ages).The Science based ground breaking approaches she integrates into your healing are based on proven mind- body science including: EMDR, Hypnosis, parts work and CBT to name a few. Shelley loves to work with those ready for change.
(604) 714-5346 View (604) 714-5346
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Voices In Recovery- Jerilyn Hurwitz
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW, CIEC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I provide psychotherapy to individuals struggling with eating disorders, poor body image, and low self-esteem.
Accepting NEW clients both in-person and virtually. Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. If you are struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, I know how alone you must feel and finding someone who truly gets where you are coming from is hard to find. I want you to know that I have been there, and am passionate about helping others along their journey, while recognizing that no two individuals are alike. I see myself as not only your therapist, but also your coach and mentor. I will always strive to provide client-centered care that is collaborative and tailored to meet your needs.
I provide psychotherapy to individuals struggling with eating disorders, poor body image, and low self-esteem.
Accepting NEW clients both in-person and virtually. Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. If you are struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, I know how alone you must feel and finding someone who truly gets where you are coming from is hard to find. I want you to know that I have been there, and am passionate about helping others along their journey, while recognizing that no two individuals are alike. I see myself as not only your therapist, but also your coach and mentor. I will always strive to provide client-centered care that is collaborative and tailored to meet your needs.
(226) 242-6976 View (226) 242-6976
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Lyndsay Knorr
Psychologist, MEd
4 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7L
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, nervous system regulation, relationship issues, eating disorders, psychedelic assisted therapy and psychedelic integration.
If you are feeling overwhelmed or like you are ready to make a change but you don’t know where to start…I want you to know that there is hope. I am here to hold space for you to encourage deep healing and growth. I know that vibrant health is possible when we provide ourselves a solid foundation, and I am here to help you start this process today. My approach to therapy is holistic in nature. I understand that in order to truly heal and thrive we must take care of not only our mental/emotional health, but our physical, and spiritual health as well. Everything is connected!
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, nervous system regulation, relationship issues, eating disorders, psychedelic assisted therapy and psychedelic integration.
If you are feeling overwhelmed or like you are ready to make a change but you don’t know where to start…I want you to know that there is hope. I am here to hold space for you to encourage deep healing and growth. I know that vibrant health is possible when we provide ourselves a solid foundation, and I am here to help you start this process today. My approach to therapy is holistic in nature. I understand that in order to truly heal and thrive we must take care of not only our mental/emotional health, but our physical, and spiritual health as well. Everything is connected!
(306) 514-8238 View (306) 514-8238
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Sarrah Ahmed
Pre-Licensed Professional, BSc
Saskatoon, SK S7H
There are a number of areas I wish to specialize in as I gain more counselling experience, including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, domestic violence, interpersonal relationships, and neurodivergence.
My approach to therapy is anti-oppressive, feminist, trauma-informed, and eclectic. I believe that people can grow and heal when they are in an environment where they feel safe and accepted for who they are. This is the environment I strive to create for my clients.
There are a number of areas I wish to specialize in as I gain more counselling experience, including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, domestic violence, interpersonal relationships, and neurodivergence.
My approach to therapy is anti-oppressive, feminist, trauma-informed, and eclectic. I believe that people can grow and heal when they are in an environment where they feel safe and accepted for who they are. This is the environment I strive to create for my clients.
(306) 988-2094 View (306) 988-2094
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Caitlin Molloy
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MEd
4 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
I work with youth and adult individuals in the following areas: • Anxiety • Body Image/ Self-Esteem • Depression • Eating Disorders • Emotional Awareness/ Emotional Regulation • Healthy Boundaries • Healthy Relationships • Interpersonal Skills • Personality Disorders • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder/ Trauma • Psychoeducational Assessments
Hello, my name is Caitlin. It is a pleasure to meet you. First, I would like to commend you for taking this important step toward prioritizing your mental well-being. Reaching out for help is not always easy, and I am honored to accompany you on your journey of self-discovery and healing. As a compassionate and understanding clinician, I view each client as a complete and whole individual. I employ a flexible, holistic approach that emphasizes client-centered and solution-focused theories, including dialectical behavior therapy, internal family systems therapy, and cognitive behavior therapy.
I work with youth and adult individuals in the following areas: • Anxiety • Body Image/ Self-Esteem • Depression • Eating Disorders • Emotional Awareness/ Emotional Regulation • Healthy Boundaries • Healthy Relationships • Interpersonal Skills • Personality Disorders • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder/ Trauma • Psychoeducational Assessments
Hello, my name is Caitlin. It is a pleasure to meet you. First, I would like to commend you for taking this important step toward prioritizing your mental well-being. Reaching out for help is not always easy, and I am honored to accompany you on your journey of self-discovery and healing. As a compassionate and understanding clinician, I view each client as a complete and whole individual. I employ a flexible, holistic approach that emphasizes client-centered and solution-focused theories, including dialectical behavior therapy, internal family systems therapy, and cognitive behavior therapy.
(306) 400-5443 View (306) 400-5443
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Alison Epp
Counsellor, RD, MACP, CCC
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
I work with trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, domestic violence/intimate partner abuse, betrayal, parenting issues, post-separation abuse or eating disorders.
I believe one of the most courageous things you can do is reach out for help and begin to work through your story and building resilience. I gently walk with you through your experiences of abuse (emotional, spiritual, financial, physical, post-separation, etc), coercive control, divorce, betrayal and trauma. I use a trauma-informed (more specifically, violence-informed), client-centered approach, creating safety and connection, leading with curiosity and compassion. As a survivor myself, I truly understand and work collaboratively with you to cultivate growth, healing, and hope.
I work with trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, domestic violence/intimate partner abuse, betrayal, parenting issues, post-separation abuse or eating disorders.
I believe one of the most courageous things you can do is reach out for help and begin to work through your story and building resilience. I gently walk with you through your experiences of abuse (emotional, spiritual, financial, physical, post-separation, etc), coercive control, divorce, betrayal and trauma. I use a trauma-informed (more specifically, violence-informed), client-centered approach, creating safety and connection, leading with curiosity and compassion. As a survivor myself, I truly understand and work collaboratively with you to cultivate growth, healing, and hope.
(306) 993-0078 View (306) 993-0078
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Jenna Zhao Counselling
Counsellor, MA, BScOT, CCC
2 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7N
I work with individuals (youth, young adults, and adults) in areas including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, stress, grief, abuse recovery, eating disorders, and relational concerns.
In my practice, I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches including Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Attachment Theory, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. Treatment is tailored accordingly for each individual.
I work with individuals (youth, young adults, and adults) in areas including anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, stress, grief, abuse recovery, eating disorders, and relational concerns.
In my practice, I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches including Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Attachment Theory, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. Treatment is tailored accordingly for each individual.
(306) 517-6565 View (306) 517-6565
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Erin Lewyk
Counsellor, MA, RCC, BPE
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders/disordered eating, people-pleasing and boundaries, perfectionism, grief, chronic pain, self-esteem, sport performance, life transitions, and so much more.
Imagine sharing your deepest worries, thoughts, feelings, and experiences with someone who listens nonjudgmentally with an open heart and curious mind. My name is Erin, and I'm committed to offering a collaborative therapeutic partnership for healing and growth. I'll help you navigate life’s challenges with empathy, compassion, and unwavering support. Seeking support takes courage, and I am committed to creating a safe and trusting counselling environment based on dignity, honesty, and respect. My approach is engaged, authentic, open, warm, and inclusive, and I use humour as a therapeutic tool when appropriate. Never worry alone.
My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders/disordered eating, people-pleasing and boundaries, perfectionism, grief, chronic pain, self-esteem, sport performance, life transitions, and so much more.
Imagine sharing your deepest worries, thoughts, feelings, and experiences with someone who listens nonjudgmentally with an open heart and curious mind. My name is Erin, and I'm committed to offering a collaborative therapeutic partnership for healing and growth. I'll help you navigate life’s challenges with empathy, compassion, and unwavering support. Seeking support takes courage, and I am committed to creating a safe and trusting counselling environment based on dignity, honesty, and respect. My approach is engaged, authentic, open, warm, and inclusive, and I use humour as a therapeutic tool when appropriate. Never worry alone.
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Chelsea Hamel
Registered Social Worker, Chelsea Hamel, MSW, RSW, SEP
Saskatoon, SK S7N
My goal is to help my clients feel more like themselves again, and to help lessen the influence of the problems that bring them to therapy. I have a particular interest in the areas of trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, disordered eating and body image concerns, domestic violence, women's health, chronic pain and chronic health issues (ie. migraines, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue), depression, anxiety, coping with stress, grief and loss, and adoption. I provide goal directed treatment, and I strive to be collaborative and resilience focused with clients. My current clinical focus is with adults and older teens (16+). I am LGBTQ friendly.
My goal is to help my clients feel more like themselves again, and to help lessen the influence of the problems that bring them to therapy. I have a particular interest in the areas of trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse, disordered eating and body image concerns, domestic violence, women's health, chronic pain and chronic health issues (ie. migraines, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue), depression, anxiety, coping with stress, grief and loss, and adoption. I provide goal directed treatment, and I strive to be collaborative and resilience focused with clients. My current clinical focus is with adults and older teens (16+). I am LGBTQ friendly.
(306) 900-0793 View (306) 900-0793
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Krista Olson (Eating Disorders)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Online Only
Welcome. I am so glad you are here. I am Krista Olson, Registered Social Worker, and proud member of the Psychotherapy for You team. I honour the courage and vulnerability it takes to ask for help and to truly look at ourselves. It is a privilege to hold safe, meaningful space and collaborate with clients in the often delicate process of self exploration, experiential healing, and growth. I would love the opportunity to join you on your journey.
Welcome. I am so glad you are here. I am Krista Olson, Registered Social Worker, and proud member of the Psychotherapy for You team. I honour the courage and vulnerability it takes to ask for help and to truly look at ourselves. It is a privilege to hold safe, meaningful space and collaborate with clients in the often delicate process of self exploration, experiential healing, and growth. I would love the opportunity to join you on your journey.
(306) 988-3478 View (306) 988-3478
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Melissa Gee
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Saskatoon, SK S7K
Waitlist for new clients
Though sometimes difficult, reaching out for support is a powerful first step towards empowerment, resilience, and growth. I am happy you are here. I have experience working with people of all ages and stages of life. Your needs are as individual as you are and this uniqueness is cultivated and celebrated in therapy. Being trauma-informed and culturally responsive, I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and open space. I am 2SLGTBQ+ friendly, use anti-oppressive practices to support BIPOC relationships, and am committed to the Canadian journey of reconciliation. I would be honoured to get to know you.
Though sometimes difficult, reaching out for support is a powerful first step towards empowerment, resilience, and growth. I am happy you are here. I have experience working with people of all ages and stages of life. Your needs are as individual as you are and this uniqueness is cultivated and celebrated in therapy. Being trauma-informed and culturally responsive, I strive to create a safe, inclusive, and open space. I am 2SLGTBQ+ friendly, use anti-oppressive practices to support BIPOC relationships, and am committed to the Canadian journey of reconciliation. I would be honoured to get to know you.
(306) 801-7801 View (306) 801-7801
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Malaya Alexander
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Saskatoon, SK S7H
When it comes to counselling it’s important to find someone who is good fit for you. I may or may not be that person! Learning a bit about me might help you figure this out or reaching out to share what you are looking for might also help. I am okay not being the right fit, what is important is that you get what you need out of counselling; I can always make suggestions for other people who might be more suited to what you are looking for!
When it comes to counselling it’s important to find someone who is good fit for you. I may or may not be that person! Learning a bit about me might help you figure this out or reaching out to share what you are looking for might also help. I am okay not being the right fit, what is important is that you get what you need out of counselling; I can always make suggestions for other people who might be more suited to what you are looking for!
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Carissa Lyn Seitz
Counsellor, CCPCPR, AAC
2 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
Life - forever changing. How does one merge in with the change of time when they are stuck in the past with the stories that created such impact and varying degrees of trauma? How does one continue on trying to understand the experiences which led to behavioural addictions or substance use disorders? The battle to "be" and feel free and "okay" is so overwhelming they see no other option than to die - or feel such shame for thinking about it. What crisis has you gripped by the throat leaving you immobile or so dissociated you don't know where one self begins and the other ends?
Life - forever changing. How does one merge in with the change of time when they are stuck in the past with the stories that created such impact and varying degrees of trauma? How does one continue on trying to understand the experiences which led to behavioural addictions or substance use disorders? The battle to "be" and feel free and "okay" is so overwhelming they see no other option than to die - or feel such shame for thinking about it. What crisis has you gripped by the throat leaving you immobile or so dissociated you don't know where one self begins and the other ends?
(306) 992-0588 View (306) 992-0588
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Hannah Lemke
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Saskatoon, SK S7H
I’m a Registered Social Worker with a trauma-informed and strength's-based approach. My hope is to facilitate a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported. I believe that you are not broken and do not need fixing, your journey is about reconnecting with yourself and healing at your own pace. With experience in trauma, anxiety, disordered eating, and body image concerns, I walk alongside you as you navigate life's ups and downs. It’s an honour to support you in making lasting changes and finding your strength.
I’m a Registered Social Worker with a trauma-informed and strength's-based approach. My hope is to facilitate a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported. I believe that you are not broken and do not need fixing, your journey is about reconnecting with yourself and healing at your own pace. With experience in trauma, anxiety, disordered eating, and body image concerns, I walk alongside you as you navigate life's ups and downs. It’s an honour to support you in making lasting changes and finding your strength.
(306) 994-8620 View (306) 994-8620
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Kayla Ironstar
Registered Social Worker, BISW, RSW
Saskatoon, SK S7K
We all have strength and power within ourselves to heal from trauma, and heartache. Channelling strength that feels impossible with the day to day duties of life. My passion is to assist you in building, and guiding supports and resources to help you on your journey to recovery, and a healthy well being for your emotional and mental health. I use client-focused therapeutic techniques to make an effort in providing a non-judgemental space for you to share your story. My focus is to provide a compassionate space to process pain, mistakes, fears, and struggles. Together we can identify and achieve your goals and heal together.
We all have strength and power within ourselves to heal from trauma, and heartache. Channelling strength that feels impossible with the day to day duties of life. My passion is to assist you in building, and guiding supports and resources to help you on your journey to recovery, and a healthy well being for your emotional and mental health. I use client-focused therapeutic techniques to make an effort in providing a non-judgemental space for you to share your story. My focus is to provide a compassionate space to process pain, mistakes, fears, and struggles. Together we can identify and achieve your goals and heal together.
(866) 990-4115 View (866) 990-4115
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Stacey Huard Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RHN, BScN
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! Life is messy, beautiful, enduring and at times intensely painful and confusing. My intention is to create a safe space for you to land, nourished with empathy and understanding. Many of us are reaching outside of ourselves for happiness or utilizing avoidance strategies to cope; creating a void or level of fear that is often challenging to describe and keeps us in frantic overwhelm or a numb detachment from our inner joy. Being Neurodiverse, I hold a unique understanding of different traits and sensitivities and tailor support for a peaceful partnership with yourself and the world around you, if that is a desire you hold.
Welcome! Life is messy, beautiful, enduring and at times intensely painful and confusing. My intention is to create a safe space for you to land, nourished with empathy and understanding. Many of us are reaching outside of ourselves for happiness or utilizing avoidance strategies to cope; creating a void or level of fear that is often challenging to describe and keeps us in frantic overwhelm or a numb detachment from our inner joy. Being Neurodiverse, I hold a unique understanding of different traits and sensitivities and tailor support for a peaceful partnership with yourself and the world around you, if that is a desire you hold.
(306) 802-4386 View (306) 802-4386
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SK3 Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW
1 Endorsed
Saskatoon, SK S7K
My greatest passion comes from helping people discover their inherent worth, new confidence, and inner strength. To find relief, new hope and life joy. My goal is to always help guide individuals, couples and families to find a sense of peace, stability, connection and love.
My greatest passion comes from helping people discover their inherent worth, new confidence, and inner strength. To find relief, new hope and life joy. My goal is to always help guide individuals, couples and families to find a sense of peace, stability, connection and love.
(639) 299-0197 View (639) 299-0197

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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.