Eating Disorders Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Patrice Spinner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
In Westwood near UCLA, I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, eating disorders, breast cancer and relationships. I provide psychotherapy for adults and children in a safe, supportive environment where we will explore behaviors and emotions that hamper healthy self-expression and relationships. By identifying personal goals we can gain a better understanding of the repetitive patterns that block these goals. Often coping strategies from childhood are no longer useful. By becoming mindful of these patterns, we can begin to let these patterns go and begin to form new patterns that will move us in the direction we want.
In Westwood near UCLA, I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, eating disorders, breast cancer and relationships. I provide psychotherapy for adults and children in a safe, supportive environment where we will explore behaviors and emotions that hamper healthy self-expression and relationships. By identifying personal goals we can gain a better understanding of the repetitive patterns that block these goals. Often coping strategies from childhood are no longer useful. By becoming mindful of these patterns, we can begin to let these patterns go and begin to form new patterns that will move us in the direction we want.
Lauren Muhlheim
Psychologist, PsyD, FAED, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90010
I specialize in providing research-proven treatments for eating disorders, anxiety, and depression.
Are you worried about your child's eating? Has your child lost weight? Are you having trouble figuring out how to get him or her to eat? Are you feeling scared? Perhaps your teen is receiving eating disorder treatment that excludes you and you want to play a more active role. Maybe other treatments haven't helped. I can help you help your teen with an eating disorder heal and become a healthy independent young adult who can go about the business of building his or her life. I wrote, "When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder...," New Harbinger, 2018.
I specialize in providing research-proven treatments for eating disorders, anxiety, and depression.
Are you worried about your child's eating? Has your child lost weight? Are you having trouble figuring out how to get him or her to eat? Are you feeling scared? Perhaps your teen is receiving eating disorder treatment that excludes you and you want to play a more active role. Maybe other treatments haven't helped. I can help you help your teen with an eating disorder heal and become a healthy independent young adult who can go about the business of building his or her life. I wrote, "When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder...," New Harbinger, 2018.
Brooke Spahn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90041
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in Eating Disorders and Substance abuse, and PTSD/Trauma. I approach my clients from a team stance, always making sure they have a well-rounded support base around them. I am EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) trained and use it as a tool with my existing clients and as well as see clients who primarily seek EMDR sessions to move stuck experiences and core beliefs. To me, the importance of therapy is to get your life back into balance as addiction and trauma can create an "all or nothing" element and a repetition of patters and maladaptive behaviors.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in Eating Disorders and Substance abuse, and PTSD/Trauma. I approach my clients from a team stance, always making sure they have a well-rounded support base around them. I am EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) trained and use it as a tool with my existing clients and as well as see clients who primarily seek EMDR sessions to move stuck experiences and core beliefs. To me, the importance of therapy is to get your life back into balance as addiction and trauma can create an "all or nothing" element and a repetition of patters and maladaptive behaviors.
Alicia Racine
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90028
As a clinical supervisor, our practice can handle a wide range from addiction to eating disorders.
Many of us recognize our lives lack fulfillment. We long for love, belonging and feelings of success. We crave peace of mind. Trauma and negative schemas often make achieving our goals difficult and we find ourselves right back where we started, as if in a loop. More than ever, we need someone to hear us. Luckily, Mental Health awareness has increased and you are in the right place to find help. My group practice includes myself and two other fantastic therapists, Ryan Muldoon AMFT and Gabrielle Amoils Pollak LMFT
As a clinical supervisor, our practice can handle a wide range from addiction to eating disorders.
Many of us recognize our lives lack fulfillment. We long for love, belonging and feelings of success. We crave peace of mind. Trauma and negative schemas often make achieving our goals difficult and we find ourselves right back where we started, as if in a loop. More than ever, we need someone to hear us. Luckily, Mental Health awareness has increased and you are in the right place to find help. My group practice includes myself and two other fantastic therapists, Ryan Muldoon AMFT and Gabrielle Amoils Pollak LMFT
Carli Sterling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045 (Online Only)
Hello everyone, My name is Carli Sterling I am an LMFT in CA. I have a bachelors in psychology from UCSC and Masters in Counseling Psychology from PAU. I work as a clinical supervisor at a community mental health agency and private practice on the side. Trauma informed care and eating disorders are my wheelhouse. Wheelhouses? Wheel homes.
Hello everyone, My name is Carli Sterling I am an LMFT in CA. I have a bachelors in psychology from UCSC and Masters in Counseling Psychology from PAU. I work as a clinical supervisor at a community mental health agency and private practice on the side. Trauma informed care and eating disorders are my wheelhouse. Wheelhouses? Wheel homes.
Andrew Extein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90039
I have experience working with children, teens, and families suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ issues, and eating disorders.
I am a clinical social worker providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. My areas of specialty and interest are LGBTQ-identified people, kids and teens, and people struggling with eating disorders. I value critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and humor within the therapeutic relationship. I treat my clients with respect and acknowledge that they are the authorities of their own lives. I make an effort to emphasize strengths without invalidating very real feelings or minimizing problems. I collaborate with my clients to develop effective and individualized treatment plans to empower them to make changes in their own lives.
I have experience working with children, teens, and families suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ issues, and eating disorders.
I am a clinical social worker providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. My areas of specialty and interest are LGBTQ-identified people, kids and teens, and people struggling with eating disorders. I value critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and humor within the therapeutic relationship. I treat my clients with respect and acknowledge that they are the authorities of their own lives. I make an effort to emphasize strengths without invalidating very real feelings or minimizing problems. I collaborate with my clients to develop effective and individualized treatment plans to empower them to make changes in their own lives.
Rachel Rankin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Thank you for visiting my page today. I look forward to learning about you and hope I can help you on your journey of self-discovery. Navigating life after trauma, grief, or any life adjustment can bring a plethora of emotions to the surface in ways that can feel isolating and stressful. Whether it be anxiety, depression, anger, grief, or interpersonal relationship stress, talk therapy can help to find yourself again. Although I am passionate about helping those affected by Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Addiction, and Eating Disorders, I utilize DBT, CBT, and Narrative techniques for all my clients in an effort to find peace.
Thank you for visiting my page today. I look forward to learning about you and hope I can help you on your journey of self-discovery. Navigating life after trauma, grief, or any life adjustment can bring a plethora of emotions to the surface in ways that can feel isolating and stressful. Whether it be anxiety, depression, anger, grief, or interpersonal relationship stress, talk therapy can help to find yourself again. Although I am passionate about helping those affected by Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Addiction, and Eating Disorders, I utilize DBT, CBT, and Narrative techniques for all my clients in an effort to find peace.
Adi Diamant
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Eating Disorders are truly not just about food and body image. It is a disorder of relationships, a disorder of shame, and a disorder of anxieties. Not every person with Eating Disorders has experienced trauma, but some do. Eating disorders thrive in isolation, shame, and silence. Therapy can be the place to get you off that dark and lonely path to a safe space where you can heal and thrive; yes, you thrive! It is time to stop hurting yourself, it is time for you to breathe. You matter, you are good enough – break the cycle.
Eating Disorders are truly not just about food and body image. It is a disorder of relationships, a disorder of shame, and a disorder of anxieties. Not every person with Eating Disorders has experienced trauma, but some do. Eating disorders thrive in isolation, shame, and silence. Therapy can be the place to get you off that dark and lonely path to a safe space where you can heal and thrive; yes, you thrive! It is time to stop hurting yourself, it is time for you to breathe. You matter, you are good enough – break the cycle.
Megan Reily
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Megan. Do you feel lost in life? Do you ever feel unseen or unheard by other people around you? Is it difficult for you to express your feelings and needs? We all need support sometimes and I would love to be the person to help move you towards your ideal life. I believe that everyone can find a place of self-actualization no matter where they start. My approach is to work collaboratively with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, psychosis, and other challenges to reach their personal goals.
Hi there, I'm Megan. Do you feel lost in life? Do you ever feel unseen or unheard by other people around you? Is it difficult for you to express your feelings and needs? We all need support sometimes and I would love to be the person to help move you towards your ideal life. I believe that everyone can find a place of self-actualization no matter where they start. My approach is to work collaboratively with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, psychosis, and other challenges to reach their personal goals.
Allie Clingan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90026
I work with adults and teenagers with eating disorders, addiction, Borderline Personality Disorder, relationship conflict, depression and anxiety.
Carl Jung said, "Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." My goal is to help you understand yourself on a deeper level in order to improve your relationships and remove obstacles that are preventing you from living a meaningful life. I use a variety of modalities including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and existential therapy. My priority is collaborating with my clients directly to provide you with what you need to move forward in your life.
I work with adults and teenagers with eating disorders, addiction, Borderline Personality Disorder, relationship conflict, depression and anxiety.
Carl Jung said, "Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." My goal is to help you understand yourself on a deeper level in order to improve your relationships and remove obstacles that are preventing you from living a meaningful life. I use a variety of modalities including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and existential therapy. My priority is collaborating with my clients directly to provide you with what you need to move forward in your life.
Gemmed
LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90046 (Online Only)
Both having survived and recovered from eating disorders as teens and adults, they created Gemmed to combine the most important pieces of eating disorder recovery - coping skills, community, and deep therapy work - and merged them all into a one group.
Looking for a fun, engaging, and recovery oriented group? Want a group with more direction and therapeutic guidance? Faced recurrent ED relapse and need more support than just individual therapy? Gemmed provides group therapy for teens (12-19) or adults (20 and over). Are you/your child dealing with anorexia, bulimia, binging, low self-esteem, or body dysmorphia? Group therapy has never been easier (or cheaper!) to attend, now that our groups are 100% online! Available to clients in both California and Colorado.
Both having survived and recovered from eating disorders as teens and adults, they created Gemmed to combine the most important pieces of eating disorder recovery - coping skills, community, and deep therapy work - and merged them all into a one group.
Looking for a fun, engaging, and recovery oriented group? Want a group with more direction and therapeutic guidance? Faced recurrent ED relapse and need more support than just individual therapy? Gemmed provides group therapy for teens (12-19) or adults (20 and over). Are you/your child dealing with anorexia, bulimia, binging, low self-esteem, or body dysmorphia? Group therapy has never been easier (or cheaper!) to attend, now that our groups are 100% online! Available to clients in both California and Colorado.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Thank you for visiting my page. I work with individuals, couples and groups. I use a psychodynamic frame, however, I will meet the client with the therapeutic tool most needed. My goal is to provide a supportive and safe space which enables a transformational and healing experience that promotes self-understanding, self-compassion, differentiation, individuation and congruency. I work with clients who present with trauma, depression, anxiety, relational issues, anger issues, existential issues and I specialize in clients who have eating disorders/disordered eating. I conduct therapy in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Thank you for visiting my page. I work with individuals, couples and groups. I use a psychodynamic frame, however, I will meet the client with the therapeutic tool most needed. My goal is to provide a supportive and safe space which enables a transformational and healing experience that promotes self-understanding, self-compassion, differentiation, individuation and congruency. I work with clients who present with trauma, depression, anxiety, relational issues, anger issues, existential issues and I specialize in clients who have eating disorders/disordered eating. I conduct therapy in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Brian X Dunphey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90069
I specialize in treating persons with Eating Disorders, Substance Use & Problem Sex Behavior from achieving abstinence to expanding fulfilling recovered lives.
I have over 12 years experience working in residential, intensive outpatient & outpatient settings, with people living successfully with mood disorders, substance abuse & dependence, disordered eating, and creating meaningful sense of interpersonal & relational patterns. My career has afforded me the privilege to work with young adults, professionals and aging adults throughout the Southern California area. I believe that as my clients, you know intuitively how you wish to grow and it's my job to listen with care so you can determine a route, means and hope to navigate a hopeful worthwhile path. I work hard with you in charge.
I specialize in treating persons with Eating Disorders, Substance Use & Problem Sex Behavior from achieving abstinence to expanding fulfilling recovered lives.
I have over 12 years experience working in residential, intensive outpatient & outpatient settings, with people living successfully with mood disorders, substance abuse & dependence, disordered eating, and creating meaningful sense of interpersonal & relational patterns. My career has afforded me the privilege to work with young adults, professionals and aging adults throughout the Southern California area. I believe that as my clients, you know intuitively how you wish to grow and it's my job to listen with care so you can determine a route, means and hope to navigate a hopeful worthwhile path. I work hard with you in charge.
Mia Raymond
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CEDS, -S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90066 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience treating those struggling with eating disorders and co-occurring mood, anxiety and chemical dependency/abuse.
It's tough to be human. I use a trauma-informed approach, working primarily from a place of wanting to understand your perspective. I believe in supporting you with reframing thoughts and narratives that may no longer serve you. I work relationally, supporting you identify themes in your life that may hinder you from having the most meaningful life possible. I believe in supporting you create an experience that is purposeful; the pace of therapy can move as slowly or quickly as you deem comfortable. I’m licensed in CA, OR and FL (telehealth). I can provide therapy anywhere in California, Oregon or Florida via telehealth.
I have extensive experience treating those struggling with eating disorders and co-occurring mood, anxiety and chemical dependency/abuse.
It's tough to be human. I use a trauma-informed approach, working primarily from a place of wanting to understand your perspective. I believe in supporting you with reframing thoughts and narratives that may no longer serve you. I work relationally, supporting you identify themes in your life that may hinder you from having the most meaningful life possible. I believe in supporting you create an experience that is purposeful; the pace of therapy can move as slowly or quickly as you deem comfortable. I’m licensed in CA, OR and FL (telehealth). I can provide therapy anywhere in California, Oregon or Florida via telehealth.
Maura Schauerman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048
My name is Maura Schauerman and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, eating disorders, and struggles with identity. Additionally, my expertise in couples therapy has helped many couples to improve their communication, deepen their emotional connection, and navigate conflicts in a more productive way. I work with couples who are experiencing a wide range of challenges, including infidelity, trust issues, and difficulties with intimacy.
My name is Maura Schauerman and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, eating disorders, and struggles with identity. Additionally, my expertise in couples therapy has helped many couples to improve their communication, deepen their emotional connection, and navigate conflicts in a more productive way. I work with couples who are experiencing a wide range of challenges, including infidelity, trust issues, and difficulties with intimacy.
Stacey Bayer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
Whether you are here to work through one specific challenge that is leaving you feeling conflicted or longer-term internal battles, I consider it an honor to walk alongside you in your journey. I am a trained EMDR clinician and specialize in helping people recover from eating disorders, body image issues, trauma, attachment disorders, anxiety and depression. I utilize an eclectic approach and draw on a variety of theories and modalities in working with clients to best meet individual needs.
Whether you are here to work through one specific challenge that is leaving you feeling conflicted or longer-term internal battles, I consider it an honor to walk alongside you in your journey. I am a trained EMDR clinician and specialize in helping people recover from eating disorders, body image issues, trauma, attachment disorders, anxiety and depression. I utilize an eclectic approach and draw on a variety of theories and modalities in working with clients to best meet individual needs.
Malea Woods
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90026 (Online Only)
I specialize in treatment concerning Eating Disorders, Body Image, LGBTQ+, Gender Identity, Women's Issues, with Teens and Adults.
Hi! Are you looking for a queer, feminist therapist who can support you with body image and eating disorder issues? Would you like a place to feel supported throughout the week and actually look forward to therapy? If so, we could be a good fit! I believe that therapy should be a place where you can feel safe to unpack how you're truly feeling and feel like you have skills to help you move through difficult times. Seeking treatment for your eating disorder/body image issues is hard enough, so I strive to create a safe space to start the journey. My approach is LGBTQ+ affirming and rooted in Health at Every Size.
I specialize in treatment concerning Eating Disorders, Body Image, LGBTQ+, Gender Identity, Women's Issues, with Teens and Adults.
Hi! Are you looking for a queer, feminist therapist who can support you with body image and eating disorder issues? Would you like a place to feel supported throughout the week and actually look forward to therapy? If so, we could be a good fit! I believe that therapy should be a place where you can feel safe to unpack how you're truly feeling and feel like you have skills to help you move through difficult times. Seeking treatment for your eating disorder/body image issues is hard enough, so I strive to create a safe space to start the journey. My approach is LGBTQ+ affirming and rooted in Health at Every Size.
Kate Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90048
I work with adults, adolescents and couples with varying challenges including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse, parenting issues, and sexuality issues.
You may have asked yourself, "Why do I keep making the same mistakes again and again?" By looking at both your present state and personal history, we can find out together. We will work to bring the unconscious into the conscious mind to help you get out of your own way, and get the things that you want and deserve. I will support you through that journey in a safe environment. I can help you find your own voice and learn to use it.
I work with adults, adolescents and couples with varying challenges including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse, parenting issues, and sexuality issues.
You may have asked yourself, "Why do I keep making the same mistakes again and again?" By looking at both your present state and personal history, we can find out together. We will work to bring the unconscious into the conscious mind to help you get out of your own way, and get the things that you want and deserve. I will support you through that journey in a safe environment. I can help you find your own voice and learn to use it.
Brooke Pechman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I specialize in treating OCD, Anxiety, Trauma & Eating Disorders.
If you have found your way to my profile, I imagine there is some part of you that wants to change. Do you experience symptoms of anxiety, trauma or OCD? Is anxiety or self-doubt keeping you from getting what you want out of life and your relationships? Using evidenced based treatments, including EMDR, CBT & ERP, I will support you in building awareness and insight into maladaptive patterns & behaviors that may be limiting you from creating meaningful change. My style is collaborative, seeing therapy as a life-enhancing participation in self-understanding, self-realization and self-compassion.
I specialize in treating OCD, Anxiety, Trauma & Eating Disorders.
If you have found your way to my profile, I imagine there is some part of you that wants to change. Do you experience symptoms of anxiety, trauma or OCD? Is anxiety or self-doubt keeping you from getting what you want out of life and your relationships? Using evidenced based treatments, including EMDR, CBT & ERP, I will support you in building awareness and insight into maladaptive patterns & behaviors that may be limiting you from creating meaningful change. My style is collaborative, seeing therapy as a life-enhancing participation in self-understanding, self-realization and self-compassion.
Jessica Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
I work with individuals and families suffering from trauma, eating disorders, mood disorders, and relationship/family conflict.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified eating disorder specialist and clinical supervisor working with adolescents, adults, couples and families since 2010. I have held clinical and management positions, working in the inpatient, residential and outpatient levels of care treating a wide variety of clients.
I work with individuals and families suffering from trauma, eating disorders, mood disorders, and relationship/family conflict.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified eating disorder specialist and clinical supervisor working with adolescents, adults, couples and families since 2010. I have held clinical and management positions, working in the inpatient, residential and outpatient levels of care treating a wide variety of clients.
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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.