Eating Disorders Therapists in Agoura Hills, CA
At Canyon Creek Counseling, we have extensive experience in working with individuals that are struggling with depression, anxiety, attachment trauma, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, substance abuse, physical and emotional abuse, anorexia nervosa, binge eating disorder, orthorexia, body dysmorphia, self-esteem and body image issues, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
Through the use of scientifically supported interventions such as EMDR, SE (Somatic), Brainspotting, DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), RODBT (Radically Open DBT), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), we can address the thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors that may be hindering your life and impeding your relationships.
At Canyon Creek Counseling, we have extensive experience in working with individuals that are struggling with depression, anxiety, attachment trauma, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, substance abuse, physical and emotional abuse, anorexia nervosa, binge eating disorder, orthorexia, body dysmorphia, self-esteem and body image issues, self-harm, and suicidal ideation.
Through the use of scientifically supported interventions such as EMDR, SE (Somatic), Brainspotting, DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), RODBT (Radically Open DBT), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), we can address the thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors that may be hindering your life and impeding your relationships.
I approach disordered eating and mental health challenges by looking at the bigger picture.
I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to face struggles with body image, eating patterns, and the complicated feelings that accompany them. These challenges—such as worrying about food, feeling uncomfortable in your own skin, or facing pressure from expectations—can feel isolating, but you are not alone. Society's narrow ideals can easily lead us to feel inadequate. Together, we will explore your relationship with yourself, uncover self-compassion, and build resilience. You deserve a balanced life where food, body image, and self-worth are harmonized. I am here to support you every step of the way.
I approach disordered eating and mental health challenges by looking at the bigger picture.
I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to face struggles with body image, eating patterns, and the complicated feelings that accompany them. These challenges—such as worrying about food, feeling uncomfortable in your own skin, or facing pressure from expectations—can feel isolating, but you are not alone. Society's narrow ideals can easily lead us to feel inadequate. Together, we will explore your relationship with yourself, uncover self-compassion, and build resilience. You deserve a balanced life where food, body image, and self-worth are harmonized. I am here to support you every step of the way.
As an eating disorder specialist, I conceptualize these disorders as relational/attachment issues and focus on the underlying functions the behaviors have served.
I believe that well-being is a right not a privilege and that everyone is hungry for meaning, purpose and connection. The absence of these things can lead to disorder and dysfunction. The greatest gift of being a therapist is helping people of all ages let go of unhealthy coping skills and cultivate an authentic, full life. In my practice, I focus on the specific needs and goals of the individual, couple or family. Through story, intervention, tools, and feedback I help my clients address the issues that are preventing them from moving forward in their lives and ultimately to reclaim their true selves.
As an eating disorder specialist, I conceptualize these disorders as relational/attachment issues and focus on the underlying functions the behaviors have served.
I believe that well-being is a right not a privilege and that everyone is hungry for meaning, purpose and connection. The absence of these things can lead to disorder and dysfunction. The greatest gift of being a therapist is helping people of all ages let go of unhealthy coping skills and cultivate an authentic, full life. In my practice, I focus on the specific needs and goals of the individual, couple or family. Through story, intervention, tools, and feedback I help my clients address the issues that are preventing them from moving forward in their lives and ultimately to reclaim their true selves.
With extensive experience working with adolescents and adults, she provides a safe, supportive environment for individuals facing eating disorders, substance use, and trauma-related challenges.
She employs methods like Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help uncover root causes and build healthier coping mechanisms. Her expertise includes supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and significant life transitions.
With extensive experience working with adolescents and adults, she provides a safe, supportive environment for individuals facing eating disorders, substance use, and trauma-related challenges.
She employs methods like Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help uncover root causes and build healthier coping mechanisms. Her expertise includes supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and significant life transitions.
Whether we’re working through an eating disorder, trauma, body image, identity, anxiety and depression, or a life transition, I want therapy to be a place where you can actually be yourself.
Maybe you’ve spent a long time trying to be “better.” Better at managing your emotions, more comfortable in your body, less anxious, more productive, or trying not to be “too much.” Maybe you’re great at caring for everyone else while losing touch with what you want and need.
I believe there’s a reason behind the things we struggle with. Perfectionism, people-pleasing, self-criticism, avoidance, and other behaviors often began as ways of coping or protecting yourself. We can get curious about where these patterns came from, what they’ve protected you from, and whether they still serve you now.
Whether we’re working through an eating disorder, trauma, body image, identity, anxiety and depression, or a life transition, I want therapy to be a place where you can actually be yourself.
Maybe you’ve spent a long time trying to be “better.” Better at managing your emotions, more comfortable in your body, less anxious, more productive, or trying not to be “too much.” Maybe you’re great at caring for everyone else while losing touch with what you want and need.
I believe there’s a reason behind the things we struggle with. Perfectionism, people-pleasing, self-criticism, avoidance, and other behaviors often began as ways of coping or protecting yourself. We can get curious about where these patterns came from, what they’ve protected you from, and whether they still serve you now.
As a therapist, I am passionate about working with those who seek a change in their current state of being. Whether that involves individual, couples, or family therapy, I am committed to helping people work through relationship issues, improve self esteem and communication.
As a therapist, I am passionate about working with those who seek a change in their current state of being. Whether that involves individual, couples, or family therapy, I am committed to helping people work through relationship issues, improve self esteem and communication.
As a specialist in eating disorders.
Life is not black & white, the beauty is in the grey. I believe that everybody deserves support in their journey toward meaning and connection. The absence of support, meaning, purpose, or connection can lead to disorder and dysfunction. It is my privilege as a therapist to watch others explore and create a full life. My work focuses on the unique struggles of the individual, couple, or family. I use story, feedback, empathy, and education to help each client discover balance and their authentic self. My hope is that each person I get to work with learns the tools that work for them and can embrace the grey areas in life.
As a specialist in eating disorders.
Life is not black & white, the beauty is in the grey. I believe that everybody deserves support in their journey toward meaning and connection. The absence of support, meaning, purpose, or connection can lead to disorder and dysfunction. It is my privilege as a therapist to watch others explore and create a full life. My work focuses on the unique struggles of the individual, couple, or family. I use story, feedback, empathy, and education to help each client discover balance and their authentic self. My hope is that each person I get to work with learns the tools that work for them and can embrace the grey areas in life.
I specialize with eating disorders, relationship issues, women’s issues, codependency & the LBGTQ+ populations.
The foundation of my approach is that connection & relationship are pillars of healing. I know it can feel scary or overwhelming to start this process, maybe your doubting the gut sense nudging you to take this step & that's okay. This is a journey, you have to start somewhere. Together we meet where you're at & move at your pace. I have a lovingly direct, informal & authentic style sharing the hard truths with compassion. If therapy doesn't make you feel somewhat uncomfortable, it isn't quality therapy. I am here to hold space, help navigate, introduce skills and to challenge you in a safe container & more.
I specialize with eating disorders, relationship issues, women’s issues, codependency & the LBGTQ+ populations.
The foundation of my approach is that connection & relationship are pillars of healing. I know it can feel scary or overwhelming to start this process, maybe your doubting the gut sense nudging you to take this step & that's okay. This is a journey, you have to start somewhere. Together we meet where you're at & move at your pace. I have a lovingly direct, informal & authentic style sharing the hard truths with compassion. If therapy doesn't make you feel somewhat uncomfortable, it isn't quality therapy. I am here to hold space, help navigate, introduce skills and to challenge you in a safe container & more.
I primarily work with children, adolescents, and young adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity‑related struggles.
I help by providing a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where children, adolescents, and young adults feel safe to explore their emotions, build insight, and work through life’s challenges. My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, adaptability, and evidence-based practices, which allows me to meet clients where they are at.
I primarily work with children, adolescents, and young adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity‑related struggles.
I help by providing a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where children, adolescents, and young adults feel safe to explore their emotions, build insight, and work through life’s challenges. My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, adaptability, and evidence-based practices, which allows me to meet clients where they are at.
I specialize in eating disorders and body image concerns, especially in pregnancy and postpartum when the body is changing and old narratives about worth, control, and identity can resurface.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, tender, or like you're carrying more than you can hold, you are not alone. I work with women in pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood - seasons that can feel beautiful and disorienting at the same time. Many of the women I sit with are loving mothers who feel anxious, exhausted, or like they've lost touch with themselves while caring for everyone else. There is often pressure to get it right, be grateful, and not struggle. When your experience does not match that, it can feel isolating or shameful. In our work, there is space for all of it: love, fear, overwhelm, and everything in between.
I specialize in eating disorders and body image concerns, especially in pregnancy and postpartum when the body is changing and old narratives about worth, control, and identity can resurface.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, tender, or like you're carrying more than you can hold, you are not alone. I work with women in pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood - seasons that can feel beautiful and disorienting at the same time. Many of the women I sit with are loving mothers who feel anxious, exhausted, or like they've lost touch with themselves while caring for everyone else. There is often pressure to get it right, be grateful, and not struggle. When your experience does not match that, it can feel isolating or shameful. In our work, there is space for all of it: love, fear, overwhelm, and everything in between.
I specialize in eating disorders alongside self-esteem & depression as well as stress management issues.
Struggling to feel grounded? Not feeling like yourself lately? Whether you're having a hard time answering these questions or exploring what the answers could be, I'm here to support you! Authenticity & empowerment are the focus of my therapeutic style. Together, let's take a look at what is & isn't serving you in life right now.
What is the story you want to tell? I am here to help you find your voice & share it confidently. Let's start by grounding down & taking a meaningful breath. I work through story, tools & feedback to help clients identify what is limiting them in life to ultimately, help them realign with their true self.
I specialize in eating disorders alongside self-esteem & depression as well as stress management issues.
Struggling to feel grounded? Not feeling like yourself lately? Whether you're having a hard time answering these questions or exploring what the answers could be, I'm here to support you! Authenticity & empowerment are the focus of my therapeutic style. Together, let's take a look at what is & isn't serving you in life right now.
What is the story you want to tell? I am here to help you find your voice & share it confidently. Let's start by grounding down & taking a meaningful breath. I work through story, tools & feedback to help clients identify what is limiting them in life to ultimately, help them realign with their true self.
If you are struggling with the results of your trauma - whether it be PTSD, addiction, or disordered eating - I can help.
My style is conversational, present, and engaged. I reflect back what I hear—and what I notice—in both your words and your body language. I help clients explore how old patterns show up in their current relationships, emotions, and behaviors. My goal is to help you make meaningful changes in the present, while gently exploring the roots of your struggles.
If you are struggling with the results of your trauma - whether it be PTSD, addiction, or disordered eating - I can help.
My style is conversational, present, and engaged. I reflect back what I hear—and what I notice—in both your words and your body language. I help clients explore how old patterns show up in their current relationships, emotions, and behaviors. My goal is to help you make meaningful changes in the present, while gently exploring the roots of your struggles.
Many of my clients come to therapy experiencing depression, anxiety, or disordered eating as interfering with their lives.
Therapy is built on the unique relationship that develops between you and your therapist. The experiences you have in your work with me, and our understanding those experiences together, will be an important part of moving toward connection, understanding, and recovery in your life and relationships.
Many of my clients come to therapy experiencing depression, anxiety, or disordered eating as interfering with their lives.
Therapy is built on the unique relationship that develops between you and your therapist. The experiences you have in your work with me, and our understanding those experiences together, will be an important part of moving toward connection, understanding, and recovery in your life and relationships.
Kimberly Melcon, MA, LMFT, is a mental health professional with over 21 years of experience. She earned her MA in Psychology from Phillips Graduate Institute and her MA in Educational Psychology and Counseling from California State University Northridge. Kimberly has a passion for treating individuals who struggle with Eating Disorders, depression, anxiety.She has over 8 years of treating Eating Disorders at various levels of care including RTC, PHP, IOP, Outpatient and community support groups. Her style is collaborative. You and Kimberly will create realistic goals, while honoring where you are on your journey to recovery.
Kimberly Melcon, MA, LMFT, is a mental health professional with over 21 years of experience. She earned her MA in Psychology from Phillips Graduate Institute and her MA in Educational Psychology and Counseling from California State University Northridge. Kimberly has a passion for treating individuals who struggle with Eating Disorders, depression, anxiety.She has over 8 years of treating Eating Disorders at various levels of care including RTC, PHP, IOP, Outpatient and community support groups. Her style is collaborative. You and Kimberly will create realistic goals, while honoring where you are on your journey to recovery.
I see individuals to help them with managing emotions, fears, sadness, depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, addictions, eating disorders, body image issues, creating balance, establishing hope and nurturing yourself.
I am a specialist in the treatment of eating disorders, body image issues and addictions. I work with both the family and the individual to work on symptom reduction, communication and the ability to set and respect boundaries within the relationship. Learning to trust yourself and trusting others is an important step in the recovery process.
I see individuals to help them with managing emotions, fears, sadness, depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, addictions, eating disorders, body image issues, creating balance, establishing hope and nurturing yourself.
I am a specialist in the treatment of eating disorders, body image issues and addictions. I work with both the family and the individual to work on symptom reduction, communication and the ability to set and respect boundaries within the relationship. Learning to trust yourself and trusting others is an important step in the recovery process.
I love helping people with emotional eating, non-effective dieting cycles, bad body image, over exercise problems, anorexia, bulimia, and other eating disorders.
You've known that some issues have been always holding you back from reaching your full potential in life, career, and relationships. You realize that these unresolved and unattended issues do not serve your life, and keep sabotaging your happiness on different levels... Perhaps, you even tried working through some of them on your own, but deep down you know you need some external help and guidance to heal from them. You would like to reach some peace, let go of pain, learn how to accept and love yourself better, learn some real tools and skills to be more resilient, feel strong and confident, and be able to enjoy life.
I love helping people with emotional eating, non-effective dieting cycles, bad body image, over exercise problems, anorexia, bulimia, and other eating disorders.
You've known that some issues have been always holding you back from reaching your full potential in life, career, and relationships. You realize that these unresolved and unattended issues do not serve your life, and keep sabotaging your happiness on different levels... Perhaps, you even tried working through some of them on your own, but deep down you know you need some external help and guidance to heal from them. You would like to reach some peace, let go of pain, learn how to accept and love yourself better, learn some real tools and skills to be more resilient, feel strong and confident, and be able to enjoy life.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, addiction, or life transitions, we’ll work at your pace, focusing on your unique strengths.
My role as a therapist is to guide and support you in creating change and working towards your goals. I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. Together, we’ll explore new perspectives and find solutions that work for you. I work with clients who feel pulled in different directions inside themselves, who know there’s more to their story than the symptoms they carry.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, addiction, or life transitions, we’ll work at your pace, focusing on your unique strengths.
My role as a therapist is to guide and support you in creating change and working towards your goals. I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. Together, we’ll explore new perspectives and find solutions that work for you. I work with clients who feel pulled in different directions inside themselves, who know there’s more to their story than the symptoms they carry.
We offer individual, family and couples therapy to children, adolescents and adults with the following problems or difficulties: sadness/depression, mood swings, anxiety (panic attacks), social phobia, poor social skills, OCD, substance abuse (relapse prevention), video game/internet/pornography addiction, gambling, eating disorders, sleep difficulties, impulsivity, anger problems, relationship issues, trauma/abuse, PTSD.
Cognitive Rehabilitation: Cognitive rehabilitation sessions help those needing assistance with cognitive problems resulting from head injury (concussion), ADD/ADHD, learning difficulties and other issues with communication, organization and behavior. A neuropsychological evaluation helps to identify strengths and weaknesses and a tailored treatment plan is formulated to target difficulties. Progress is monitored and re-assessed periodically.
We offer individual, family and couples therapy to children, adolescents and adults with the following problems or difficulties: sadness/depression, mood swings, anxiety (panic attacks), social phobia, poor social skills, OCD, substance abuse (relapse prevention), video game/internet/pornography addiction, gambling, eating disorders, sleep difficulties, impulsivity, anger problems, relationship issues, trauma/abuse, PTSD.
Cognitive Rehabilitation: Cognitive rehabilitation sessions help those needing assistance with cognitive problems resulting from head injury (concussion), ADD/ADHD, learning difficulties and other issues with communication, organization and behavior. A neuropsychological evaluation helps to identify strengths and weaknesses and a tailored treatment plan is formulated to target difficulties. Progress is monitored and re-assessed periodically.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I want to commend you for putting yourself first, whether this is your first time in therapy or your third. I understand how uncomfortable and even scary it can be to open up and share your story with someone you’ve never met. I believe therapy is not one-size-fits-all—each session is thoughtfully curated to meet you where you are. My goal is to help you feel safe, seen, and empowered as we work together toward growth, healing, and clarity.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I want to commend you for putting yourself first, whether this is your first time in therapy or your third. I understand how uncomfortable and even scary it can be to open up and share your story with someone you’ve never met. I believe therapy is not one-size-fits-all—each session is thoughtfully curated to meet you where you are. My goal is to help you feel safe, seen, and empowered as we work together toward growth, healing, and clarity.
I specialize in treating eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, families, couples, addiction, trauma, and life transitions.
Welcome! I believe that transformation is possible. Even the toughest problems can be improved as we explore challenges in the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship. I believe that in order to make and sustain meaningful changes, we need a non-judgmental environment where one feels understood. My goal is to work with you to explore your hopes and desires, to honor your efforts and accomplishments, to sit with you in discomfort and pain, and to help you create a path that brings meaning, depth and connection to your life.
I specialize in treating eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, families, couples, addiction, trauma, and life transitions.
Welcome! I believe that transformation is possible. Even the toughest problems can be improved as we explore challenges in the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship. I believe that in order to make and sustain meaningful changes, we need a non-judgmental environment where one feels understood. My goal is to work with you to explore your hopes and desires, to honor your efforts and accomplishments, to sit with you in discomfort and pain, and to help you create a path that brings meaning, depth and connection to your life.
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Eating Disorders Therapists
What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviors, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behavior affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counseling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioral disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behavior, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognize they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behavior has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.