Eating Disorders Therapists in Denver, CO
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Amy V Patinella
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a postdoctoral resident offering individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. I have experience working with a variety of mental health concerns including
eating disorders
, depression, anxiety, women’s issues, chronic pain, life transitions and grief. Through a foundation of trust, safety and respect, I help individuals find alignment within their lives, and develop a greater, more compassionate sense of self.

Janean Anderson
Psychologist, PhD, CEDS
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
I specialize in treating
Eating Disorders
, codependency, and perfectionism and anxiety.
My style is warm, real, and practical. Working with me in therapy means having a conversation, just two people talking together. I embrace humor and honesty in therapy. I balance helping you gain greater understanding of yourself with taking action, supporting your every step. I strive to provide the best services possible by helping you to feel deeply understood by considering all the aspects of your unique story and using therapeutic techniques that have been shown by research to be effective. I provide individual and group therapy as well as psychological evaluations (testing).

Compassion Connection Therapy - Jessie Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in the treatment of child, adolescent, and young adult
eating disorders
, body image issues, perfectionism, depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship issues, parent coaching and life transitions.
If you are finding yourself on this site it may be that you are considering making some change in your life or looking for support for someone you love. The most important part in taking a step in therapy is feeling connected and safe with the clinician you are meeting. My name is Jessie Harris and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience in mental health practice. I received my masters degree from the University of Denver in 2015 and spent most of my professional experience working at the Children's Hospital Colorado's Eating Disorder Program as an individual and family therapist.
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Susan Finnefrock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I encourage clients to live their best lives through developing self-identity with a focus on support and healing from anxiety, depression,
eating disorders
, abuse, and trauma.
Welcome! If you are searching for a therapist, you are looking for relief or change in your life. For all of us, life can be hard at times and you are courageous to embark on this journey of discovery. I know what it is like to sit on the other side of the therapist's chair. I am honored and privileged to walk this part of your journey with you while instilling great hope for healing and wholeness. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and facilitate groups for women of partners or spouses experiencing sex addiction or sexual integrity issues.

Dr. Amber Chambless
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Therapy is all about you-you're the expert. I take a client-centered, solution-focused approach to therapy. I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative one in which you are the expert on yourself, and I come into the session with the experience and skills to help. I have a laid back style and like using humor, when appropriate. I enjoy working with children, adolescent, and adult clients who are struggling with
eating disorders
, mood issues, life transitions, and chronic health issues.

Kelsey Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
eating disorders
, relationships, trauma and life transitions.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or just simply overwhelmed? I am here to support you in identifying what is impacting you in living the life you want and deserve. We will work together to develop skills and strategies to lead you toward the life that is most meaningful and true for you.

Rebekah Paster
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Postgraduate Master’s Resident offering individual psychotherapy to teens and adults. I have experience working with a variety of mental health concerns, including
eating disorders
, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and identity exploration. I am a firm believer in people’s capacity to heal and grow, and I aim to provide a safe, affirming, and empowering space for that healing and growth to happen.

Chloe St. Pierre
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I also work with individuals who are struggling with
eating disorders
, body image distress, anxiety, family issues, and trauma.
The decision to begin therapy requires courage and hope. I know that beginning this journey can feel very vulnerable and overwhelming, that is why I prioritize creating a relationship with each of my clients through authenticity and connection. I strive to create a safe and caring environment where you are able to explore all parts of yourself. Because everyone has their own unique story and background I offer a collaborative approach. I believe that you are the expert of your life and that your own insight and knowledge is so important to the therapeutic process.

Carrie Buechner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, C-PD
Verified
20 Endorsed
Verified
20 Endorsed
I am a bright and compassionate clinician who specializes in: high sensitivity (HSP),
eating disorders
/ body image, OCD, PTSD/ trauma, attachment concerns & repair, relationships & family dynamics, and managing relationships impacted by personality disorders.
Hello, I'm Carrie, and I am a child and adolescent psychotherapist, play therapist, and neurotherapist. Nice to meet you, and congratulations on taking a step towards a more full, integrated life. I am here to support you and hold space for you in that journey. I believe that people begin to heal the moment they feel heard. My ultimate goal for my clients is to experience integrated internal harmony, peace, and bear the confidence and tools to face life’s challenges with grace and strength.

Alanna Hager
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I draw on the most evidence-based interventions for the treatment of trauma and mood, anxiety, and
eating disorders
, specifically Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
The therapeutic process can be scary and vulnerable. My hope is that we can navigate it together so that you feel completely supported as you strive to find more balance and fulfillment in your life. My favorite part of being a Clinical Psychologist is getting to observe people discover better, truer versions of themselves as they heal old wounds and build skill and confidence. I am an extroverted, curious person by nature who loves to laugh, explore, take risks, get deep, and connect. Therapy has been a natural fit!

Heather Michele Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with adults and specialize in treating
eating disorders
and body image distress, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I also support challenges related to stress, transitions, and self-esteem.

Sarah Long
Psychologist, LCP, CEDS
Verified
Verified
As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS), I specialize in recovery from
eating disorders
, trauma, and co-occurring concerns.
Whether you’re suffering from an eating disorder or body dissatisfaction, struggling with the effects of trauma, or need support during a difficult time, you are probably here with the hope for healing and a more balanced and fulfilling life. Perhaps you are ready for change, but the prospect of addressing painful experiences, trauma, or what underlies an eating disorder sounds overwhelming and scary. You are not alone, and there is hope. I appreciate collaboration, honesty and some humor! My style is warm, supportive, and authentic. It would be my honor to support you on your journey.

Alisha Bashaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work in the treatment of
eating disorders
and addiction, and specialize in the intersection of binge eating disorder and addiction.
I see life as a story, and we hold the pens to our next steps. Some chapters of our stories are wonderful, some are more difficult, and all of them combined make us who we are. I believe that everyone has much to tell, and I'd love to hear your story. I am passionate about helping people live the lives they desire, holding space for mystery and wonder as each person’s path unfolds, and integrating mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health into a holistic approach. I often use a narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and existential lens in session.

Vera Bublitz
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified
Verified
I specialize in treating
eating disorders
, anxiety disorders and trauma.
Do you know you need to change, but are afraid of what that change entails? Are you struggling with an eating disorder, body image concerns, anxiety or trauma? You are not alone, and you are courageous for seeking help. It can feel daunting to address these painful experiences, but what lies on the other side is freedom, connection and beauty.

Abigail Lynn Hansen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I spent the last decade working in treatment centers gaining experience treating:
eating disorders
, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, mood disorders, attachment issues, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
I trust that you are an expert in yourself, and my only job is to help you uncover your own inner strength and wisdom to make and maintain changes you desire in your life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist. I utilize a variety of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I tend to take a strengths based client-centered approach that is rooted in attachment theory.

Alex Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Having worked across all levels of care, I specialize in
eating disorders
and co-occurring concerns.
Whether you are struggling with body image or an eating disorder, looking for relief from anxiety, or need support during a difficult time or life transition, you are probably here with the hope of healing. I believe that everyone can thrive given the right tools. You don’t need to be defined by mental health concerns or live with them forever. Together, we will process what needs to be healed and identify and use your natural strengths as resources in your healing journey. My goal is to provide you with the right skills so you can go out and live the life you're wanting to live.

Carter Gilmore
Clinical Social Work Candidate, MSW, SWC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in the treatment of
Eating Disorders
, as well as comorbid conditions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, self-esteem and body image. I offer support through a variety of therapeutic lenses such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Interventions, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Lucia Bennett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, R-DMT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in working with
eating disorders
and body image through a social justice-based, Health at Every Size lens.
Are you queer and struggling with body image and food? Or just feeling disconnected from your body? Are you looking for a therapist who gets it—who’s been there? I am an eating disorder therapist who is also queer. Believe it to not, the LGBTQ community is hit hardest when it comes to struggling with our relationship with our bodies. Many of us have had
eating disorders
, and even more of us struggle significantly with body image. As a trained somatic therapist, I hope to support you to have a better relationship with your body, and to understand the language it speaks—including how trauma may have manifested in your nervous system.
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Jen Eichberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
ARFID, Adolescent Specialist. Therapist for Adolescents and Kids - Depression and Anxiety. For 20 years I have specialized in helping kids and teens make their way through life. With a focus on perfectionism, anxiety, depression, and
eating disorders
- including ARFID, I help kids and families deal with challenges and come out the other side more insightful and better prepared. My office space and demeanor is warm and welcoming, and my passion for helping adolescents take control of their emotions, develop self awareness and get back on track shines through.
Erin Leach
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I offer knowledge and expertise in the management of
eating disorders
, anxiety, and depression.
Seeking support can be challenging, and I’m here to help you or your loved one navigate this difficult road. I am collaborative, curious, humorous, and direct in my approach. I believe that therapy is most beneficial when we work together, and I will support you in identifying and uncovering your own strengths to help navigate life’s difficulties.
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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.