Eating Disorders Therapists in Oak Park, CA

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Jaclyn Zordani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am passionate about working with patients with significant mental health issues, eating disorders, and trauma.
In our first session, we will focus on building rapport and creating a comfortable therapeutic environment. We will also begin identifying the concerns you would like to address in therapy, as well as the goals you hope to achieve through the therapeutic process.
I am passionate about working with patients with significant mental health issues, eating disorders, and trauma.
In our first session, we will focus on building rapport and creating a comfortable therapeutic environment. We will also begin identifying the concerns you would like to address in therapy, as well as the goals you hope to achieve through the therapeutic process.
(818) 514-1843 View (818) 514-1843
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Amy Ross, MA, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Online Only
Welcome, book with me now by clicking on my website. My goal is to help clients navigate life’s challenges and alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety. I focus on relationships, past and present with others, and with self. By utilizing a number of conventional and collaborative approaches, treatment is individually tailored to fit the needs of each individual client/ family. I aim to provide a comfortable and supportive virtual atmosphere where clients can openly confront issues, learn to better manage emotions, and engage in working toward their unique goals and potentials.
Welcome, book with me now by clicking on my website. My goal is to help clients navigate life’s challenges and alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety. I focus on relationships, past and present with others, and with self. By utilizing a number of conventional and collaborative approaches, treatment is individually tailored to fit the needs of each individual client/ family. I aim to provide a comfortable and supportive virtual atmosphere where clients can openly confront issues, learn to better manage emotions, and engage in working toward their unique goals and potentials.
(818) 962-6381 View (818) 962-6381
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Alison Camhi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hello there! I appreciate your curiosity and action towards your goals. I'm Alison Camhi, a California-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working with individuals, couples, families and groups for over 20 years to navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, addictions, and various life challenges. My goal is to help my Clients build insight, resilience and practical tools for lasting growth.
Hello there! I appreciate your curiosity and action towards your goals. I'm Alison Camhi, a California-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working with individuals, couples, families and groups for over 20 years to navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, addictions, and various life challenges. My goal is to help my Clients build insight, resilience and practical tools for lasting growth.
(747) 298-8249 View (747) 298-8249
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Dr. Ray Armstrong
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Oak Park, CA 91377
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. My therapeutic philosophy is that individuals need to be a part of their own solutions. Each person is the EXPERT of their own life; not anyone else. I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own dedication and hard work. Many times therapists tend to talk about their ideal client...this seems backwards to me...why does it matter about the therapists' needs? Clients should be empowered to seek out their ideal therapist and what the therapist has to offer them individually, their family, spouse, partner, children, etc.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. My therapeutic philosophy is that individuals need to be a part of their own solutions. Each person is the EXPERT of their own life; not anyone else. I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own dedication and hard work. Many times therapists tend to talk about their ideal client...this seems backwards to me...why does it matter about the therapists' needs? Clients should be empowered to seek out their ideal therapist and what the therapist has to offer them individually, their family, spouse, partner, children, etc.
(818) 485-2998 View (818) 485-2998
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Tamara Gittelson
Counselor, MA, LCPC, Analyst, LMHC, LPCC
Serves Area
Hi. Come talk about what matters to you most. Together, we walk. Explore. Clarify. I’m deeply commitment to the human experience and will help you feel better. I support widowed people, work deeply with those struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse. If life has lost its meaning & you’re missing adventure, intimacy, greater self-expression and passion, let’s go. If you don’t talk about it, it won’t get better. I’m supportive, alternative, warm and kind. You’ll feel comfortable, challenge thoughts and perceptions preventing you from getting out of your own way.
Hi. Come talk about what matters to you most. Together, we walk. Explore. Clarify. I’m deeply commitment to the human experience and will help you feel better. I support widowed people, work deeply with those struggling with addiction, overcoming trauma, relationships, questions about polyamory, depression or abuse. If life has lost its meaning & you’re missing adventure, intimacy, greater self-expression and passion, let’s go. If you don’t talk about it, it won’t get better. I’m supportive, alternative, warm and kind. You’ll feel comfortable, challenge thoughts and perceptions preventing you from getting out of your own way.
(312) 410-8248 View (312) 410-8248

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Elaine Dern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
You may feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by family conflict, addiction, loss, identity questions, or the stress of caring for aging parents. Whether you are facing legal challenges, substance use, eating concerns, or isolation, you deserve a space where you are heard without judgment. Therapy can help you regain clarity, rebuild confidence, and move toward a steadier, more empowered life at a pace that feels right for you.
You may feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by family conflict, addiction, loss, identity questions, or the stress of caring for aging parents. Whether you are facing legal challenges, substance use, eating concerns, or isolation, you deserve a space where you are heard without judgment. Therapy can help you regain clarity, rebuild confidence, and move toward a steadier, more empowered life at a pace that feels right for you.
(949) 796-7414 View (949) 796-7414
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Rachel Negar Partiali
Psychologist, PhD
Los Angeles, CA 90064
I have worked with individuals who have experienced trauma, eating disorders, acculturation issues, self-destructive behaviors, anxiety, depression, loss, identity issues, and life transitions.
Taking the first step toward your healing requires courage and I acknowledge the effort you have put forth. Perhaps you have reached a point where you need more awareness in order to deal with your present circumstances. I am a clinical psychologist with several years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I provide in-depth therapy where we both can begin to explore the underlying causes of your emotional symptoms. I view my role as a psychologist as one who guides you through the healing process. I believe that in order for this to occur, respect, safety, understanding and awareness must be present.
I have worked with individuals who have experienced trauma, eating disorders, acculturation issues, self-destructive behaviors, anxiety, depression, loss, identity issues, and life transitions.
Taking the first step toward your healing requires courage and I acknowledge the effort you have put forth. Perhaps you have reached a point where you need more awareness in order to deal with your present circumstances. I am a clinical psychologist with several years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I provide in-depth therapy where we both can begin to explore the underlying causes of your emotional symptoms. I view my role as a psychologist as one who guides you through the healing process. I believe that in order for this to occur, respect, safety, understanding and awareness must be present.
(310) 896-5932 View (310) 896-5932
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Melissa Nauman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I previously worked at Harvard University’s Counseling and Mental Health Service, leading the Eating Disorder Team and supporting high-achieving students and athletes with similar patterns.
You’re the person who shows up, works hard, and does things “right,” but it still never feels like enough. Even when something goes well, there’s that pull to go over it again: Did I miss anything? Should I have done more? You might replay conversations, recheck decisions, or look to others for reassurance just to feel settled for a moment. On the outside, people see someone competent and steady. Inside, it often feels like you’re running to keep up with your own expectations, and the anxiety rarely turns off. Even good days feel a little precarious, like one misstep could undo all the progress.
I previously worked at Harvard University’s Counseling and Mental Health Service, leading the Eating Disorder Team and supporting high-achieving students and athletes with similar patterns.
You’re the person who shows up, works hard, and does things “right,” but it still never feels like enough. Even when something goes well, there’s that pull to go over it again: Did I miss anything? Should I have done more? You might replay conversations, recheck decisions, or look to others for reassurance just to feel settled for a moment. On the outside, people see someone competent and steady. Inside, it often feels like you’re running to keep up with your own expectations, and the anxiety rarely turns off. Even good days feel a little precarious, like one misstep could undo all the progress.
(310) 340-2885 View (310) 340-2885
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Haleh Keypour
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Los Angeles, CA 90066
If you’re curious and motivated we have the groundwork for change. Bilingual in English and Farsi I offer treatment to diverse group of culture, gender and creative communities. Most of my practice entails young professionals and college graduates. However, any life transition is an area to explore when it puts identity to a challenge.
If you’re curious and motivated we have the groundwork for change. Bilingual in English and Farsi I offer treatment to diverse group of culture, gender and creative communities. Most of my practice entails young professionals and college graduates. However, any life transition is an area to explore when it puts identity to a challenge.
(310) 504-1889 View (310) 504-1889
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Liana Abascal
Psychologist, PhD, MPH, dipACLM
Online Only
We focus on health psychology, diabetes, chronic disease, eating disorders, lifestyle medicine, anxiety, depression, and wellness.
Is your life not where you want it to be? Change is hard. While doing things differently can feel uncomfortable at first, it is possible to do, and becomes more comfortable with time. Change often applies to the behaviors we engage in, or the thoughts that we have. Change can also apply to our relationship with our thoughts, and it is powerful to become less tied to the random thoughts that appear in our head. Let us help you with this! We are passionate about helping people get unstuck and move forward in their lives. Our approach is collaborative and non-judgmental, and includes warmth, compassion and humor.
We focus on health psychology, diabetes, chronic disease, eating disorders, lifestyle medicine, anxiety, depression, and wellness.
Is your life not where you want it to be? Change is hard. While doing things differently can feel uncomfortable at first, it is possible to do, and becomes more comfortable with time. Change often applies to the behaviors we engage in, or the thoughts that we have. Change can also apply to our relationship with our thoughts, and it is powerful to become less tied to the random thoughts that appear in our head. Let us help you with this! We are passionate about helping people get unstuck and move forward in their lives. Our approach is collaborative and non-judgmental, and includes warmth, compassion and humor.
(858) 682-6427 View (858) 682-6427
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Sienna Robertson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Online Only
I can help you work through body image concerns and disordered eating patterns that can interfere with fully connecting to yourself and the people you care about.
Using the most recent research in the field of neuroscience, you will learn how to reshape your brain to better align with your goals. My role is to help you restructure unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to strengthen your sense of autonomy, agency, and resiliency. I exclusively offer telehealth services to best accommodate your needs and availability.
I can help you work through body image concerns and disordered eating patterns that can interfere with fully connecting to yourself and the people you care about.
Using the most recent research in the field of neuroscience, you will learn how to reshape your brain to better align with your goals. My role is to help you restructure unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to strengthen your sense of autonomy, agency, and resiliency. I exclusively offer telehealth services to best accommodate your needs and availability.
(820) 223-8497 View (820) 223-8497
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Danielle Pomilla
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
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.
(747) 302-4640 View (747) 302-4640
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Emily Jody
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I use a holistic and individualized approach to understand the complexities of an eating disorder, which include health, relationship to food, body image, and identity.
Are you tired of spending time obsessing, counting calories, weighing yourself, compulsively exercising, or comparing yourself to others? Do you find yourself allowing your body or the food you consume to define your self-worth? In a toxic media culture, it can be extremely difficult to overcome obsessive thoughts about food and body on your own. That's why I'm here, to help you replace the unwanted, judgmental internal voice with self-compassion and empowerment. I believe you have the ability to fully recover in order to live a freer life and am here to support you through the process.
I use a holistic and individualized approach to understand the complexities of an eating disorder, which include health, relationship to food, body image, and identity.
Are you tired of spending time obsessing, counting calories, weighing yourself, compulsively exercising, or comparing yourself to others? Do you find yourself allowing your body or the food you consume to define your self-worth? In a toxic media culture, it can be extremely difficult to overcome obsessive thoughts about food and body on your own. That's why I'm here, to help you replace the unwanted, judgmental internal voice with self-compassion and empowerment. I believe you have the ability to fully recover in order to live a freer life and am here to support you through the process.
(747) 221-7706 View (747) 221-7706
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Samantha Tamburro
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Tamburro works with children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders and more.
Dr. Tamburro’s goal is to provide a supportive environment and help you develop the tools necessary to create positive changes in your life. Samantha utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness and strength-based skills to help each client’s personal growth.
Tamburro works with children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders and more.
Dr. Tamburro’s goal is to provide a supportive environment and help you develop the tools necessary to create positive changes in your life. Samantha utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness and strength-based skills to help each client’s personal growth.
(805) 639-8415 View (805) 639-8415
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Lisa Ruth Garber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Serves Area
I apply my skills to the treatment of eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma and the relationship issues.
You are unique, sometimes quirky with an inner world that requires management. Your pain is about being able to express what matters most, both to yourself and others. You usually manage well, but life events have become over-whelming. Currently you are feeling, lost, uncertain and the past has risen up in memory, or action to haunt the day to day. The desire to make meaning of the present and cope more efficiently, while finding joy in the current circumstance motivates you. Perhaps it is death, relationship, work or health problem that brings you to seek therapy at this time.
I apply my skills to the treatment of eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma and the relationship issues.
You are unique, sometimes quirky with an inner world that requires management. Your pain is about being able to express what matters most, both to yourself and others. You usually manage well, but life events have become over-whelming. Currently you are feeling, lost, uncertain and the past has risen up in memory, or action to haunt the day to day. The desire to make meaning of the present and cope more efficiently, while finding joy in the current circumstance motivates you. Perhaps it is death, relationship, work or health problem that brings you to seek therapy at this time.
(323) 515-8790 View (323) 515-8790
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Mindfulpath, Inc.- Erica Ives, MFT, CEDS
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CEDS
2 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91302
My work as a therapist began with the treatment of adolescents who suffered from trauma, substance abuse, eating disorders.
As a therapist, I demonstrate a passionate devotion to fostering growth in a safe, nurturing environment. My treatment approach is tailored to your strengths and uniqueness. I teach and guide you how to actively pay attention to the messages of your body, thoughts, feelings, and your actions. Learn new coping skills that compliment your uniqueness. Visit my websites at www.mindfulpath.com and www.ericaives.com I believe recovery is much more than eliminating self-destructive behaviors; it's about cultivating and living life everyday on a mindful path filled with self-awareness, fulfilling relationships, meaning, and vitality.
My work as a therapist began with the treatment of adolescents who suffered from trauma, substance abuse, eating disorders.
As a therapist, I demonstrate a passionate devotion to fostering growth in a safe, nurturing environment. My treatment approach is tailored to your strengths and uniqueness. I teach and guide you how to actively pay attention to the messages of your body, thoughts, feelings, and your actions. Learn new coping skills that compliment your uniqueness. Visit my websites at www.mindfulpath.com and www.ericaives.com I believe recovery is much more than eliminating self-destructive behaviors; it's about cultivating and living life everyday on a mindful path filled with self-awareness, fulfilling relationships, meaning, and vitality.
(818) 639-4273 View (818) 639-4273
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Perla Vilhjalmsdottir
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDSC
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90026
As a Certified Eating Specialist Consultant (CEDSC), I specialize in disordered eating as well as anxiety and depression, and I'm passionate about supporting individuals navigating life transitions.
I'm an LMFT and have been working in the field of eating disorders since 2001. With 20+ years of experience, I have directed treatment at all levels of care and serve as a Clinical Supervisor for a mental health organization with a nationwide presence.
As a Certified Eating Specialist Consultant (CEDSC), I specialize in disordered eating as well as anxiety and depression, and I'm passionate about supporting individuals navigating life transitions.
I'm an LMFT and have been working in the field of eating disorders since 2001. With 20+ years of experience, I have directed treatment at all levels of care and serve as a Clinical Supervisor for a mental health organization with a nationwide presence.
(323) 271-4410 View (323) 271-4410
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Marlin Elijah Sandlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90036
For those seeking an alternative to CBT and other mainstream approaches, I offer a depth-oriented and collaborative way of working. My therapy is grounded in the belief that people are not the problem—problems are the problem. Together, we explore patterns of thought, feeling, and relating that feel constricting or misaligned, while also identifying the strengths, capacities, and resilience that support more authentic and alive ways of being
For those seeking an alternative to CBT and other mainstream approaches, I offer a depth-oriented and collaborative way of working. My therapy is grounded in the belief that people are not the problem—problems are the problem. Together, we explore patterns of thought, feeling, and relating that feel constricting or misaligned, while also identifying the strengths, capacities, and resilience that support more authentic and alive ways of being
(213) 214-3976 View (213) 214-3976
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Katie Richtiger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Online Only
My specialties include anxiety and depression, ADHD, life transitions, parenting/pregnancy/postpartum, self esteem, substance use/addiction and disordered eating/body image.
I believe that the brain and body connection impact feelings and how we have been wired to react to those those feelings. I assist clients in identifying and reframing destructive thoughts patterns in addition to implementing nervous system regulation to support and manage thoughts, feelings and situations that create life dissatisfaction.
My specialties include anxiety and depression, ADHD, life transitions, parenting/pregnancy/postpartum, self esteem, substance use/addiction and disordered eating/body image.
I believe that the brain and body connection impact feelings and how we have been wired to react to those those feelings. I assist clients in identifying and reframing destructive thoughts patterns in addition to implementing nervous system regulation to support and manage thoughts, feelings and situations that create life dissatisfaction.
(818) 514-0046 View (818) 514-0046
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Lindsay Gooze
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
But, you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or an eating disorder.
I have over 10 years of experience working with anxiety, postpartum depression, and eating disorders.
But, you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or an eating disorder.
I have over 10 years of experience working with anxiety, postpartum depression, and eating disorders.
(818) 928-6867 View (818) 928-6867

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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.