Eating Disorders Therapists in Pickens County, AL
Carol Adams, LCSW, has trained both nationally and internationally in the fields of Trauma, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Women's Issues, and Depression/Anxiety.
Ms. Adams received her Master's of Social Work degree from the University of Alabama. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers, and is licensed by the State of Alabama # (0852C). She has 25 years experience working with individuals/ families. She is certified in EMDR, treats trauma, eating disorders, and PTSD.
Carol Adams, LCSW, has trained both nationally and internationally in the fields of Trauma, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Women's Issues, and Depression/Anxiety.
Ms. Adams received her Master's of Social Work degree from the University of Alabama. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers, and is licensed by the State of Alabama # (0852C). She has 25 years experience working with individuals/ families. She is certified in EMDR, treats trauma, eating disorders, and PTSD.
I am interested in you. I believe that every individual has the strength and endurance to make it through whatever unfolds in their life. Stages and seasons of life bring all kinds of difficulties and struggles. Whether you need to work through past trauma or present circumstances, I want to help you find the peace and quality of life you desire. I offer a safe space to explore and identify thoughts, learn to regulate emotions, and assist an individual or group in coping with the stress of everyday life.
I am interested in you. I believe that every individual has the strength and endurance to make it through whatever unfolds in their life. Stages and seasons of life bring all kinds of difficulties and struggles. Whether you need to work through past trauma or present circumstances, I want to help you find the peace and quality of life you desire. I offer a safe space to explore and identify thoughts, learn to regulate emotions, and assist an individual or group in coping with the stress of everyday life.
Online Therapists
I specialize in working with people with all kinds of concerns: from anxiety and trauma, to self-esteem and relationship issues, to eating disorders and body image.
Are you struggling with body image or eating disorder recovery? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Do you feel like it's time for a change? My goal is to help you live your best, happiest, healthiest life. The focus is always on your personal growth and helping you move past the places you might be "stuck." I'll help you find your unique strengths that will allow you to move into a more authentic, fulfilling life.
I specialize in working with people with all kinds of concerns: from anxiety and trauma, to self-esteem and relationship issues, to eating disorders and body image.
Are you struggling with body image or eating disorder recovery? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Do you feel like it's time for a change? My goal is to help you live your best, happiest, healthiest life. The focus is always on your personal growth and helping you move past the places you might be "stuck." I'll help you find your unique strengths that will allow you to move into a more authentic, fulfilling life.
Since 1996, I have helped individuals who struggle with addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, and traumatic experiences.
I provide a safe, confidential, environment in which all types of personal concerns may be explored. We will make sure we are the right "fit" for your journey as a therapeutic relationship is crucial for success. I have an interactive style that is compassionate and reflective, giving you the support and the motivation you need.
Since 1996, I have helped individuals who struggle with addictions, eating disorders, relationship issues, and traumatic experiences.
I provide a safe, confidential, environment in which all types of personal concerns may be explored. We will make sure we are the right "fit" for your journey as a therapeutic relationship is crucial for success. I have an interactive style that is compassionate and reflective, giving you the support and the motivation you need.
My specialties include eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem issues.
Have you experienced pain that feels too heavy to hold alone? Do you find yourself carrying grief, anxiety, or old wounds that quietly shape your days? Are you longing for a safe, supportive space where you can untangle what’s weighing on your heart? You don’t have to navigate this alone. Therapy offers a space for you to be heard, to heal, and to rediscover parts of yourself that may have been buried under trauma. If you’ve been wondering if it’s time to reach out — this is your invitation. I would be honored to sit with you in your story, hold space for your healing, and walk alongside you toward healing and peace.
My specialties include eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem issues.
Have you experienced pain that feels too heavy to hold alone? Do you find yourself carrying grief, anxiety, or old wounds that quietly shape your days? Are you longing for a safe, supportive space where you can untangle what’s weighing on your heart? You don’t have to navigate this alone. Therapy offers a space for you to be heard, to heal, and to rediscover parts of yourself that may have been buried under trauma. If you’ve been wondering if it’s time to reach out — this is your invitation. I would be honored to sit with you in your story, hold space for your healing, and walk alongside you toward healing and peace.
Some of these areas of concern include depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, emotional, physical and sexual abuse, substance abuse, relationships, and grief.
I treat each client as the unique individual they are and create the counseling style that best meets each client's needs. I work with each client to establish their goals and walk with them on the journey to reach those goals and to reach their highest potential. I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy among other modalities.
Some of these areas of concern include depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, emotional, physical and sexual abuse, substance abuse, relationships, and grief.
I treat each client as the unique individual they are and create the counseling style that best meets each client's needs. I work with each client to establish their goals and walk with them on the journey to reach those goals and to reach their highest potential. I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy among other modalities.
My areas of focus are eating disorders, body image concerns, college students of all ages, adoptive/foster parents, and clients in the LGBTQ+ community.
Do you sometimes feel like "too much" or "not enough"? Are you someone overwhelmed by daily life? Do you struggle with self-esteem or body image? My goal is to help you weather these storms with resilience and come out better, happier, and healthier. At the core of my work is the belief that every person is inherently worthy, including you. Together, we’ll work to help you reconnect, rediscover, and embrace your inherent worth.
My areas of focus are eating disorders, body image concerns, college students of all ages, adoptive/foster parents, and clients in the LGBTQ+ community.
Do you sometimes feel like "too much" or "not enough"? Are you someone overwhelmed by daily life? Do you struggle with self-esteem or body image? My goal is to help you weather these storms with resilience and come out better, happier, and healthier. At the core of my work is the belief that every person is inherently worthy, including you. Together, we’ll work to help you reconnect, rediscover, and embrace your inherent worth.
Mary Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a clinical social worker licensed in Alabama and North Carolina providing therapy to adults and adolescents who are seeking support for a wide array of issues, including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, trauma, and life transitions.
I have experience working at all levels of care from residential to outpatient. I am a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Professional (C-DBT), but utilize an approach tailored to the strengths of each individual. I strive to foster mindfulness and self-compassion in my clients through our work together.
I am a clinical social worker licensed in Alabama and North Carolina providing therapy to adults and adolescents who are seeking support for a wide array of issues, including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, trauma, and life transitions.
I have experience working at all levels of care from residential to outpatient. I am a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Professional (C-DBT), but utilize an approach tailored to the strengths of each individual. I strive to foster mindfulness and self-compassion in my clients through our work together.
I work with adults experiencing problems with depression, anxiety, marital and relationship issues, eating disorders, sexual abuse and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Prior to moving into private practice, I have worked with multiple non-profit organizations, including Big Brother/Big Sisters, The Crisis Center and Gateway Family Counseling. At Gateway,
I work with adults experiencing problems with depression, anxiety, marital and relationship issues, eating disorders, sexual abuse and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Prior to moving into private practice, I have worked with multiple non-profit organizations, including Big Brother/Big Sisters, The Crisis Center and Gateway Family Counseling. At Gateway,
Amber is credentialed in Sex Therapy, Eating Disorders, EMDR and The Gottman Method
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have to work with. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber has experience in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to PTSD, anxiety and depression. Amber is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and consultant, a Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist, and a Certified Sex Therapist. She provides therapy to both the general population and high-profile, public-facing and celebrity clients. Amber is licensed in California, Oregon, Arizona, Iowa, Alabama and Nevada.
Amber is credentialed in Sex Therapy, Eating Disorders, EMDR and The Gottman Method
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have to work with. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber has experience in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to PTSD, anxiety and depression. Amber is an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist and consultant, a Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist, and a Certified Sex Therapist. She provides therapy to both the general population and high-profile, public-facing and celebrity clients. Amber is licensed in California, Oregon, Arizona, Iowa, Alabama and Nevada.
I have experience in working with multiple mental health concerns, including, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, as well as substance abuse and eating disorders.
Deciding to come to therapy is a difficult first step to make in starting one's journey. Making changes to one's life can be a hard process, but I hope to walk alongside each client as we work together.
I have experience in working with multiple mental health concerns, including, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, as well as substance abuse and eating disorders.
Deciding to come to therapy is a difficult first step to make in starting one's journey. Making changes to one's life can be a hard process, but I hope to walk alongside each client as we work together.
My expertise includes working with eating disorders, complex trauma (e.g. experiences of child abuse, interpersonal violence, and sexual violence) as well as concerns with depression, suicidal ideation, and self-harm.
Hi! I am Kayle Lucas. I believe that counseling is a sacred space and opportunity for you to be heard and respected. I am grounded in the belief that people can be motivated towards achieving positive psychological functioning, and this is essential to every therapeutic relationship and provides the basis for change to occur. I believe you are an expert of your experience, your wants, and your needs. I do not believe there is one single approach or theory that works for everyone in every situation. I have a diverse understanding of theories and I incorporate a variety of therapeutic principles to create the best treatment for you.
My expertise includes working with eating disorders, complex trauma (e.g. experiences of child abuse, interpersonal violence, and sexual violence) as well as concerns with depression, suicidal ideation, and self-harm.
Hi! I am Kayle Lucas. I believe that counseling is a sacred space and opportunity for you to be heard and respected. I am grounded in the belief that people can be motivated towards achieving positive psychological functioning, and this is essential to every therapeutic relationship and provides the basis for change to occur. I believe you are an expert of your experience, your wants, and your needs. I do not believe there is one single approach or theory that works for everyone in every situation. I have a diverse understanding of theories and I incorporate a variety of therapeutic principles to create the best treatment for you.
My areas of focus include: trauma (relational, religious, and systemic), depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders and OCD.
Do parts of you feel overwhelmed, agitated, frozen, numb, or out of control with self-destructive thoughts and behaviors? I have 10 years of specialized experience in helping people recover from the shattering effects of trauma. Holding space for your pain and burdens, I am a compassionate listener who will tailor the use of evidence-based interventions and techniques to your specific needs. As a Christian, I often integrate the hope and healing of a gospel-centered approach with therapy, but wherever you may find yourself in your own spiritual journey - I am ready to meet you there.
My areas of focus include: trauma (relational, religious, and systemic), depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders and OCD.
Do parts of you feel overwhelmed, agitated, frozen, numb, or out of control with self-destructive thoughts and behaviors? I have 10 years of specialized experience in helping people recover from the shattering effects of trauma. Holding space for your pain and burdens, I am a compassionate listener who will tailor the use of evidence-based interventions and techniques to your specific needs. As a Christian, I often integrate the hope and healing of a gospel-centered approach with therapy, but wherever you may find yourself in your own spiritual journey - I am ready to meet you there.
I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist. As a clinician, my role is to assist you with setting and maintaining goals that are rooted in your unique core values. I provide gender affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming care and work from the "health at every size" philosophy. I work with issues pertaining to grief and loss, anxiety and depression, and PTSD. I have experience working with folks who are recovering from domestic and intimate partner violence, process addictions, substance misuse and eating disorders, with a focus on harm reduction. It’s never too late to ask for help! I seek to practice radical gentleness in a challenging world.
I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist. As a clinician, my role is to assist you with setting and maintaining goals that are rooted in your unique core values. I provide gender affirming, LGBTQ+ affirming care and work from the "health at every size" philosophy. I work with issues pertaining to grief and loss, anxiety and depression, and PTSD. I have experience working with folks who are recovering from domestic and intimate partner violence, process addictions, substance misuse and eating disorders, with a focus on harm reduction. It’s never too late to ask for help! I seek to practice radical gentleness in a challenging world.
In addition, I have a passion and experience working with clients age 14 and up with a wide range of needs including: ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Behavioral Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Eating Disorders and Trauma Related Issues.
We all possess the tools needed for personal healing. Therapy can help you to develop the awareness needed to utilize these tools and put them into practice in daily life. Seeking therapy is brave and I consider the therapeutic relationship a truly meaningful privilege. We will walk through the process of personal discovery learning how to identify old patterns and self soothe through healthy coping. My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral interventions but I believe healing also happens in the telling of your personal narrative. My goal for this relationship is to help you foster the skills to become your own therapist.
In addition, I have a passion and experience working with clients age 14 and up with a wide range of needs including: ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Behavioral Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Eating Disorders and Trauma Related Issues.
We all possess the tools needed for personal healing. Therapy can help you to develop the awareness needed to utilize these tools and put them into practice in daily life. Seeking therapy is brave and I consider the therapeutic relationship a truly meaningful privilege. We will walk through the process of personal discovery learning how to identify old patterns and self soothe through healthy coping. My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral interventions but I believe healing also happens in the telling of your personal narrative. My goal for this relationship is to help you foster the skills to become your own therapist.
After graduating, I worked at a treatment center specializing in eating disorders and trauma and a private practice helping families of divorce.
If you're looking to improve your quality of life or for support and guidance through a difficult situation, I am here to help. My aim is to help you meet your goals, be fulfilled, and get to your desired destination. I strive to create a compassionate and supporting environment, and I have dedicated my work to creating a safe space for you to come and feel heard. Reaching out to a therapist is tough, especially when things are hard, and I try to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to meet your objectives.
After graduating, I worked at a treatment center specializing in eating disorders and trauma and a private practice helping families of divorce.
If you're looking to improve your quality of life or for support and guidance through a difficult situation, I am here to help. My aim is to help you meet your goals, be fulfilled, and get to your desired destination. I strive to create a compassionate and supporting environment, and I have dedicated my work to creating a safe space for you to come and feel heard. Reaching out to a therapist is tough, especially when things are hard, and I try to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to meet your objectives.
My practice is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidenced-based care to the Alabama community and I work with a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and stress management.
My approach is client centered and led by curiosity aiming to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to lead a more fulfilling and balanced life.
My practice is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidenced-based care to the Alabama community and I work with a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and stress management.
My approach is client centered and led by curiosity aiming to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to lead a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I have experience and specialize in working with people who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and addiction.
Hi, my name is Mary and I am a therapist licensed in the state of AL & GA. Are you finding it difficult to navigate life due to stress, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling stuck or struggling to feel connected with who you are, your values, identity, or sense of self? If so, I’d love to connect with you and help you begin your journey towards healing and wellness.
I have experience and specialize in working with people who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and addiction.
Hi, my name is Mary and I am a therapist licensed in the state of AL & GA. Are you finding it difficult to navigate life due to stress, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling stuck or struggling to feel connected with who you are, your values, identity, or sense of self? If so, I’d love to connect with you and help you begin your journey towards healing and wellness.
Daynia Cheddar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, depression and LGBTQ+ issues.
I believe it takes bravery and strength to commit to confronting your most difficult challenges. Reaching out for help can be scary. My role as your therapist is to help you face and overcome your fears. It is important for me to create a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment for all my clients. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, depression and LGBTQ+ issues.
I believe it takes bravery and strength to commit to confronting your most difficult challenges. Reaching out for help can be scary. My role as your therapist is to help you face and overcome your fears. It is important for me to create a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment for all my clients. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Her specific areas of interests and expertise include, but are not limited to: relationship/family issues, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, depression, and autism.
Lauren strives to provide clients with a nonjudgmental, safe and supportive environment. Lauren's therapeutic philosophy includes working collaboratively with clients and families as a whole, to provide an optimum level of care.
Her specific areas of interests and expertise include, but are not limited to: relationship/family issues, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, depression, and autism.
Lauren strives to provide clients with a nonjudgmental, safe and supportive environment. Lauren's therapeutic philosophy includes working collaboratively with clients and families as a whole, to provide an optimum level of care.
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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.