Eating Disorders Therapists in Unionville, CT
I’ve spent the past 10 years working with teens and families through all kinds of life’s ups and downs — anxiety, family stress, identity questions, you name it. What I’ve learned is that therapy works best when it’s real, honest, and feels like a good fit.
I’m kind, funny, and a little bit curious by nature — which means I’ll ask questions, but I’ll also listen and laugh with you when you need it. Building trust takes time, and that’s something I value deeply. It doesn’t matter what degrees I have hanging on the wall if you don’t feel like you can talk to me.
So, let’s give it a shot and see if the shoe fits.
I’ve spent the past 10 years working with teens and families through all kinds of life’s ups and downs — anxiety, family stress, identity questions, you name it. What I’ve learned is that therapy works best when it’s real, honest, and feels like a good fit.
I’m kind, funny, and a little bit curious by nature — which means I’ll ask questions, but I’ll also listen and laugh with you when you need it. Building trust takes time, and that’s something I value deeply. It doesn’t matter what degrees I have hanging on the wall if you don’t feel like you can talk to me.
So, let’s give it a shot and see if the shoe fits.
Currently welcoming new clients to my practice.With more than twenty yrs of experience providing therapy, I have worked extensively with both individuals& families. The cornerstone of my treatment method is a strength-based approach.I focus on identifying & building upon existing strengths as we explore factors contributing to your current life stressors.My goal is to support you & your loved ones in developing effective, healthy coping skills.These skills are designed to help you address & manage challenges as they arise.
Experiencing depression, anxiety family conflict, trauma, school based conconcerns, life challenges, I can help
Currently welcoming new clients to my practice.With more than twenty yrs of experience providing therapy, I have worked extensively with both individuals& families. The cornerstone of my treatment method is a strength-based approach.I focus on identifying & building upon existing strengths as we explore factors contributing to your current life stressors.My goal is to support you & your loved ones in developing effective, healthy coping skills.These skills are designed to help you address & manage challenges as they arise.
Experiencing depression, anxiety family conflict, trauma, school based conconcerns, life challenges, I can help
That light at the end of the tunnel? We aren’t going to wait for it—we’re going to build the path out. I use a directive approach to challenge your distortions and tackle issues at the root. No fluff, just the work required to get you back on your feet.
That light at the end of the tunnel? We aren’t going to wait for it—we’re going to build the path out. I use a directive approach to challenge your distortions and tackle issues at the root. No fluff, just the work required to get you back on your feet.
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I also work with people struggling with food/weight issues, such as body image, eating disorders and emotional eating.
Before graduate school, I completed law school and worked as an attorney for several years. I draw on this background in my practice with people in high stress jobs and professional schools. We work to address challenges with balancing personal and professional lives, workplace dynamics, and self-care.
I also work with people struggling with food/weight issues, such as body image, eating disorders and emotional eating.
Before graduate school, I completed law school and worked as an attorney for several years. I draw on this background in my practice with people in high stress jobs and professional schools. We work to address challenges with balancing personal and professional lives, workplace dynamics, and self-care.
Bardwell Behavioral
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, LCMHC, TPMC, CEDS-S
2 Endorsed
Middletown, CT 06457
It is absolutely an honor and our passion to treat those who struggle with mental health issues such as Eating Disorders, Substance Use, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship issues and associated disorders.
Offering over 25 years of experience in treating disordered eating/ eating disorders, substance use disorders, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, family conflict and relationship issues, we value and honor diversity, autonomy and inclusivity. This is a safe space to begin or continue your healing. We are all healing from something!
It is absolutely an honor and our passion to treat those who struggle with mental health issues such as Eating Disorders, Substance Use, trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship issues and associated disorders.
Offering over 25 years of experience in treating disordered eating/ eating disorders, substance use disorders, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, family conflict and relationship issues, we value and honor diversity, autonomy and inclusivity. This is a safe space to begin or continue your healing. We are all healing from something!
Our practice is focused on the treatment of a wide range of child and adolescent disorders (e.g., disruptive behavior disorders, eating disorders, mood disorders, ADHD) and an in depth, comprehensive approach with both time limited, brief psychotherapy as well as introspective longer term treatment may be pursued as applicable.
Wine Trail Behavioral Health, LLC is a private practice devoted to the notion that the provision of competent services is based on an appreciation of interpersonal (i.e., relational) as well as intrapersonal factors in the etiology and maintenance of emotional and behavioral problems. Toward this end, a broader more ecologically oriented framework that targets the multiple contexts in which children and families are embedded, is adopted. Importantly, this approach to treatment is consistent with causal modeling literature in the areas of child and adolescent psychopathology, and has received empirical support in controlled clinical trials.
Our practice is focused on the treatment of a wide range of child and adolescent disorders (e.g., disruptive behavior disorders, eating disorders, mood disorders, ADHD) and an in depth, comprehensive approach with both time limited, brief psychotherapy as well as introspective longer term treatment may be pursued as applicable.
Wine Trail Behavioral Health, LLC is a private practice devoted to the notion that the provision of competent services is based on an appreciation of interpersonal (i.e., relational) as well as intrapersonal factors in the etiology and maintenance of emotional and behavioral problems. Toward this end, a broader more ecologically oriented framework that targets the multiple contexts in which children and families are embedded, is adopted. Importantly, this approach to treatment is consistent with causal modeling literature in the areas of child and adolescent psychopathology, and has received empirical support in controlled clinical trials.
I believe that health is a collaboration of the body, mind, and spirit. I integrate my expertise as a certified fitness trainer and wellness coach with my licenses in marriage and family therapy and professional counseling.
I challenge clients to their consider their bodies as agents for healthy living. Attaining a strong body and sharp mind are both required maximize long-lasting wellness.
I believe that health is a collaboration of the body, mind, and spirit. I integrate my expertise as a certified fitness trainer and wellness coach with my licenses in marriage and family therapy and professional counseling.
I challenge clients to their consider their bodies as agents for healthy living. Attaining a strong body and sharp mind are both required maximize long-lasting wellness.
I have particular experience working with anxiety, eating disorders, and grief.
I have immediate openings available.
You may be feeling trapped, scared, or resigned to the way things are and have been. You are welcome and safe here. Together, we will examine your unique story and needs. My therapeutic style is accepting, curious, and gently straightforward.
I have particular experience working with anxiety, eating disorders, and grief.
I have immediate openings available.
You may be feeling trapped, scared, or resigned to the way things are and have been. You are welcome and safe here. Together, we will examine your unique story and needs. My therapeutic style is accepting, curious, and gently straightforward.
I work with clients facing depression, borderline personality disorder, and eating disorders, using tailored evidence-based approaches, such as CBT and DBT, to address specific challenges.
I specialize in geriatric mental health, understanding that older adults face unique challenges like loss, illness, and adjustment to retirement. For some, this may be your first time in therapy, and I provide a gentle, empathetic approach to support you as you navigate these transitions, build coping skills, and uncover a sense of self-compassion.
I work with clients facing depression, borderline personality disorder, and eating disorders, using tailored evidence-based approaches, such as CBT and DBT, to address specific challenges.
I specialize in geriatric mental health, understanding that older adults face unique challenges like loss, illness, and adjustment to retirement. For some, this may be your first time in therapy, and I provide a gentle, empathetic approach to support you as you navigate these transitions, build coping skills, and uncover a sense of self-compassion.
My ideal client is a woman seeking support around body image concerns and eating disorder recovery.
I specialize in eating disorder recovery and body image healing. Together, we use tools like CBT, mindfulness, and creative practices such as art and writing to explore new ways of coping. My goal is to help clients feel more at peace with food, their bodies, and themselves.
My ideal client is a woman seeking support around body image concerns and eating disorder recovery.
I specialize in eating disorder recovery and body image healing. Together, we use tools like CBT, mindfulness, and creative practices such as art and writing to explore new ways of coping. My goal is to help clients feel more at peace with food, their bodies, and themselves.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Board-Certified Counselor, and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Candidate, as well as the co-owner & founder of Nourished Minds LLC.
I have extensive experience working across various levels of care, including PHP, IOP, & outpatient settings, with a specialized focus on supporting individuals struggling with eating disorders, helping them cultivate a healthier relationship with food, exercise, & their bodies.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Board-Certified Counselor, and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Candidate, as well as the co-owner & founder of Nourished Minds LLC.
I have extensive experience working across various levels of care, including PHP, IOP, & outpatient settings, with a specialized focus on supporting individuals struggling with eating disorders, helping them cultivate a healthier relationship with food, exercise, & their bodies.
For the past 25 years, I have worked with individuals dealing with a wide range of issues such as; depression, anxiety, relationship problems, divorce, eating disorders, trauma and codependency and life transitions.
I am an experienced clinician, who strongly believes that therapy is a partnership. I see my role as helping an individual arrive at mutually agreed upon goals, which will lead to a better quality of life. I am an active participant in our sessions and believe that warmth and sometimes humor are an important part of the therapy process. My therapeutic style is engaged, active and pragmatic. My goal is to create a supportive yet challenging environment, while focusing on getting to the main issues quickly and safely.
For the past 25 years, I have worked with individuals dealing with a wide range of issues such as; depression, anxiety, relationship problems, divorce, eating disorders, trauma and codependency and life transitions.
I am an experienced clinician, who strongly believes that therapy is a partnership. I see my role as helping an individual arrive at mutually agreed upon goals, which will lead to a better quality of life. I am an active participant in our sessions and believe that warmth and sometimes humor are an important part of the therapy process. My therapeutic style is engaged, active and pragmatic. My goal is to create a supportive yet challenging environment, while focusing on getting to the main issues quickly and safely.
I help clients make informed decisions regarding risks and rewards of weight loss surgery. During counseling sessions,we will discuss such topics as the importance of making lifestyle changes pre and post bariatric surgery, and explore potential obstacles that may stand in the way of achieving a successful surgery and/or long-term weight loss.Surgery is no guarantee of sustained weight loss. It is critical to have realistic goals and expectations. I can help you establish a positive relationship with food and eating as well as develop a plan to reach your goal of long-term weight loss.
I help clients make informed decisions regarding risks and rewards of weight loss surgery. During counseling sessions,we will discuss such topics as the importance of making lifestyle changes pre and post bariatric surgery, and explore potential obstacles that may stand in the way of achieving a successful surgery and/or long-term weight loss.Surgery is no guarantee of sustained weight loss. It is critical to have realistic goals and expectations. I can help you establish a positive relationship with food and eating as well as develop a plan to reach your goal of long-term weight loss.
I work with individuals suffering from mental health issues and eating disorders.
I am a trained in multiple modalities including CBT and DBT, harm reduction, strengths based approach. I have experience working in treating both eating disorders and mental health issues and have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
I work with individuals suffering from mental health issues and eating disorders.
I am a trained in multiple modalities including CBT and DBT, harm reduction, strengths based approach. I have experience working in treating both eating disorders and mental health issues and have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
I am passionate about supporting individuals with eating disorders across a variety of diagnoses including ARFID and Binge Eating Disorder utilizing a HAES-aligned approach.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in person-centered, affirming, and collaborative care. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to explore all aspects of themselves and their experiences. I work alongside clients to support meaningful, values-driven change that aligns with each client’s goals.
I am passionate about supporting individuals with eating disorders across a variety of diagnoses including ARFID and Binge Eating Disorder utilizing a HAES-aligned approach.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in person-centered, affirming, and collaborative care. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to explore all aspects of themselves and their experiences. I work alongside clients to support meaningful, values-driven change that aligns with each client’s goals.
Let’s get you to where you want to be. I feel strongly that my clients are the experts in their own lives and I bring to the work: lived experience, training, and a sincere commitment to you living your best life. I follow your lead while also speaking up when something sounds like it might be harmful internalized messaging. I am invested in working with people of a wide range of relationship models and social identities including polyamorous/non-monogamous, trans and nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color, fat, disabled, neurodivergent, and sex workers. Being a therapist is a second career from art and education work.
Let’s get you to where you want to be. I feel strongly that my clients are the experts in their own lives and I bring to the work: lived experience, training, and a sincere commitment to you living your best life. I follow your lead while also speaking up when something sounds like it might be harmful internalized messaging. I am invested in working with people of a wide range of relationship models and social identities including polyamorous/non-monogamous, trans and nonbinary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color, fat, disabled, neurodivergent, and sex workers. Being a therapist is a second career from art and education work.
I am a trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner/Founder of Trauma Dump LLC and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Candidate who is fiercely passionate about supporting individuals on their journey in healing from trauma, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief/loss and life transitional stressors.
I am Yale-trained and have extensive experience in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with past trauma that may be impacting emotions and behaviors in the present. I also love supporting clients in developing a healthier relationship with food and their bodies using an anti-diet and body-neutral approach.
I am a trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner/Founder of Trauma Dump LLC and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Candidate who is fiercely passionate about supporting individuals on their journey in healing from trauma, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief/loss and life transitional stressors.
I am Yale-trained and have extensive experience in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with past trauma that may be impacting emotions and behaviors in the present. I also love supporting clients in developing a healthier relationship with food and their bodies using an anti-diet and body-neutral approach.
I believe meaningful therapy begins with a strong, collaborative relationship. My approach focuses on providing a space free of judgment to explore emotions, build resilience, and work through life's darkest challenges. My sessions are often gentle and compassionate, yet direct and radically honest. I work with young adults and couples struggling with connection, anxiety, depression, ADHD, body image, substance misuse, and several other co-occuring mental health challenges.
I believe meaningful therapy begins with a strong, collaborative relationship. My approach focuses on providing a space free of judgment to explore emotions, build resilience, and work through life's darkest challenges. My sessions are often gentle and compassionate, yet direct and radically honest. I work with young adults and couples struggling with connection, anxiety, depression, ADHD, body image, substance misuse, and several other co-occuring mental health challenges.
Kayla McDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
2 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06119
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is in eating disorder work and abolishing the diet culture that is so pervasive in our society.
In addition to supporting eating disorder recovery, I enjoy encouraging and elevating educators who are struggling in the field. I am compassionate and empathetic towards the unique difficulties of a teaching career and excited to support your whole self both within and outside of your job.
My passion is in eating disorder work and abolishing the diet culture that is so pervasive in our society.
In addition to supporting eating disorder recovery, I enjoy encouraging and elevating educators who are struggling in the field. I am compassionate and empathetic towards the unique difficulties of a teaching career and excited to support your whole self both within and outside of your job.
I work with young adults, and adults navigating eating disorders, body image concerns, and life transitions.
I specialize in treating eating disorders, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder using a HAES-aligned, all foods fit, and harm reduction approach. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space to build coping skills, improve your relationship with food and your body, and others around you while creating sustainable, meaningful change.
I work with young adults, and adults navigating eating disorders, body image concerns, and life transitions.
I specialize in treating eating disorders, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder using a HAES-aligned, all foods fit, and harm reduction approach. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space to build coping skills, improve your relationship with food and your body, and others around you while creating sustainable, meaningful change.
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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.