Eating Disorders Therapists in Dumont, NJ
Patricia Ann Mahmarian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dumont, NJ 07628
I believe in the inherent strength we all have within us to work to overcome adversity in our lives. If you, a family member of any age, or someone you may know are struggling with depression, anxiety, family dynamic challenges, or any life stressor that is keeping you from living the authentic and happy life you deserve, I am here to give you the help and guidance needed to overcome those obstacles and challenges. Sometimes adversity is a call to action to make changes in our lives we are all capable of doing with commitment and effort. The choice to ask for help is a choice made in strength, and I am here to support your journey!
I believe in the inherent strength we all have within us to work to overcome adversity in our lives. If you, a family member of any age, or someone you may know are struggling with depression, anxiety, family dynamic challenges, or any life stressor that is keeping you from living the authentic and happy life you deserve, I am here to give you the help and guidance needed to overcome those obstacles and challenges. Sometimes adversity is a call to action to make changes in our lives we are all capable of doing with commitment and effort. The choice to ask for help is a choice made in strength, and I am here to support your journey!
Renee Kuperinsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dumont, NJ 07628 (Online Only)
Are you feeling down, anxious, depressed or irritable? Life can be challenging, stressful and overwhelming. Exploring these challenges with an experienced and empathetic psychotherapist has the potential to facilitate growth, change and healing to gain a greater understanding of self and others. I am passionate about helping individuals who experience such problems as anxiety/fears; depression, mood disorders stress, trauma; low self-esteem, poor impulse/anger control; dissatisfaction with job/relationships; work/family issues; marital/parenting issues; bereavement; addiction, sexual identity issues, etc.
Are you feeling down, anxious, depressed or irritable? Life can be challenging, stressful and overwhelming. Exploring these challenges with an experienced and empathetic psychotherapist has the potential to facilitate growth, change and healing to gain a greater understanding of self and others. I am passionate about helping individuals who experience such problems as anxiety/fears; depression, mood disorders stress, trauma; low self-esteem, poor impulse/anger control; dissatisfaction with job/relationships; work/family issues; marital/parenting issues; bereavement; addiction, sexual identity issues, etc.
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Dr. Christine Marie Fingeroth
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Demarest, NJ 07627
I specialize in helping people who are struggling to cope with life transitions, eating disorders, past traumas, ineffective/unhealthy behavior patterns, and current painful emotions.
I am committed to providing my clients superior quality, highly specialized, mental health services. I strive to maintain the highest standards of excellence, integrity, quality of care, and professionalism. As a humanistic therapist with extensive training in multiple modalities, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential so that you can lead a happier and more fulfilling life. We will work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life. Individual and couples therapy are available.
I specialize in helping people who are struggling to cope with life transitions, eating disorders, past traumas, ineffective/unhealthy behavior patterns, and current painful emotions.
I am committed to providing my clients superior quality, highly specialized, mental health services. I strive to maintain the highest standards of excellence, integrity, quality of care, and professionalism. As a humanistic therapist with extensive training in multiple modalities, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential so that you can lead a happier and more fulfilling life. We will work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life. Individual and couples therapy are available.
Jenna Leigh Saraceno
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Bergenfield, NJ 07621 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in anxiety, depression, OCD grief/loss, PTSD and eating disorders through evidence-based practices.
My approach aims to understand how each of my client's views their world in order to facilitate and maintain meaningful, healthy changes that suit their personal lifestyle. I firmly believe that everyone deserves to feel empowered and capable of overcoming any obstacles life throws our way. Each session begins and ends with inspiration, hope, and a new found sense of purpose for life.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, OCD grief/loss, PTSD and eating disorders through evidence-based practices.
My approach aims to understand how each of my client's views their world in order to facilitate and maintain meaningful, healthy changes that suit their personal lifestyle. I firmly believe that everyone deserves to feel empowered and capable of overcoming any obstacles life throws our way. Each session begins and ends with inspiration, hope, and a new found sense of purpose for life.
Amy Consovoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Oradell, NJ 07649 (Online Only)
I have helped people with eating disorders, addictions, and trauma for over a decade.
Ever wonder if drinking, substance use, or disordered eating are starting to become a problem? Look no further. People come to me to figure out how to heal their relationship with food and their bodies - to overcome perfectionism and people pleasing - to stop relying on alcohol and drugs to make the pain stop. Taking the first step towards asking for help is hard, but know that I will welcome you without judgement. I know that you’re here because you want the cycle to stop. I want to help you develop the skills to stop obsessing, to stop beating yourself up, and to remove the things that get in the way of you living your life.
I have helped people with eating disorders, addictions, and trauma for over a decade.
Ever wonder if drinking, substance use, or disordered eating are starting to become a problem? Look no further. People come to me to figure out how to heal their relationship with food and their bodies - to overcome perfectionism and people pleasing - to stop relying on alcohol and drugs to make the pain stop. Taking the first step towards asking for help is hard, but know that I will welcome you without judgement. I know that you’re here because you want the cycle to stop. I want to help you develop the skills to stop obsessing, to stop beating yourself up, and to remove the things that get in the way of you living your life.
Family Psychiatry and Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Adolescence and young adulthood can be both the most exciting and trying time in one's life. Having a therapist to help navigate through those times can make all the difference in how one copes and moves forward. I strive to create a safe, supportive, engaging, and nurturing environment for each client. My clinical experience includes a specialization in the areas of eating disorders, self harm behaviors, and addiction, as well as the treatment of adolescents and adults who present with a range of issues such as, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, impulsivity, and difficult life transitions.
Adolescence and young adulthood can be both the most exciting and trying time in one's life. Having a therapist to help navigate through those times can make all the difference in how one copes and moves forward. I strive to create a safe, supportive, engaging, and nurturing environment for each client. My clinical experience includes a specialization in the areas of eating disorders, self harm behaviors, and addiction, as well as the treatment of adolescents and adults who present with a range of issues such as, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, impulsivity, and difficult life transitions.
Pauline Bergstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Englewood, NJ 07631
I have much experience working with disorders whose root is established in adolescence but that haunt into adulthood: eating disorders; substance abuse; self-harm; and gender and sexual identity issues.
In the over twenty years that I have been in the clinical practice of psychotherapy, I remain amazed by the tenacity and resilience of the human spirit. I respect the human capacity to survive and adapt to challenges - big and small, acute and chronic - but also the ability to make change given the right circumstances. It has been an honor to witness and be part of many individuals’ journeys to a better and more satisfying life using psychotherapy. Sometimes peoples’ ability to change has seemed miraculous. Through my training, many modalities have been embedded into my practice including cognitive-behavioral techniques.
I have much experience working with disorders whose root is established in adolescence but that haunt into adulthood: eating disorders; substance abuse; self-harm; and gender and sexual identity issues.
In the over twenty years that I have been in the clinical practice of psychotherapy, I remain amazed by the tenacity and resilience of the human spirit. I respect the human capacity to survive and adapt to challenges - big and small, acute and chronic - but also the ability to make change given the right circumstances. It has been an honor to witness and be part of many individuals’ journeys to a better and more satisfying life using psychotherapy. Sometimes peoples’ ability to change has seemed miraculous. Through my training, many modalities have been embedded into my practice including cognitive-behavioral techniques.
Michael Fischman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW-R, CGP, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Hello and welcome to my profile.
By now I would assume that you've read several profiles on the "Psychology Today" site and by this point they are probably all sounding astonishingly similar. That's got to be frustrating.
I hope that the following information concerning my practice doesn't have the same effect.
Let me be brief: I work with a multitude of issues and problems that relate to: couples, anxiety, depression and anger management. I also work with addictions including eating disorders. My approach can help you work through unconscious conflict (repeating patterns again and again without understanding why) as well as compulsive behaviors such as drinking, thought ruminating and habitual behaviors that are difficult to control.I can help you 'evolve' out of your particular problem. I am supportive and reality based while I can always find humor in the worst and the best of times. Together we can turn this all around and get you to where you want to be.
Hello and welcome to my profile.
By now I would assume that you've read several profiles on the "Psychology Today" site and by this point they are probably all sounding astonishingly similar. That's got to be frustrating.
I hope that the following information concerning my practice doesn't have the same effect.
Let me be brief: I work with a multitude of issues and problems that relate to: couples, anxiety, depression and anger management. I also work with addictions including eating disorders. My approach can help you work through unconscious conflict (repeating patterns again and again without understanding why) as well as compulsive behaviors such as drinking, thought ruminating and habitual behaviors that are difficult to control.I can help you 'evolve' out of your particular problem. I am supportive and reality based while I can always find humor in the worst and the best of times. Together we can turn this all around and get you to where you want to be.
The Koch Center
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Tenafly, NJ 07670
The Koch Center (located in Montclair, Waldwick, Morristown, & Englewood) specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Therapy and Programs for Adults, Adolescents, Middle Schoolers, and Families. Our Intensive DBT Programs offer an opportunity to receive extensive support and expert treatment in an outpatient setting. We treat the full range of psychological issues (including Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Relationship Problems, Personality Disorders). We have a Trauma Program for adults. We also offer individual therapy from varying theoretical orientations.
The Koch Center (located in Montclair, Waldwick, Morristown, & Englewood) specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Therapy and Programs for Adults, Adolescents, Middle Schoolers, and Families. Our Intensive DBT Programs offer an opportunity to receive extensive support and expert treatment in an outpatient setting. We treat the full range of psychological issues (including Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Relationship Problems, Personality Disorders). We have a Trauma Program for adults. We also offer individual therapy from varying theoretical orientations.
Dr. Gila Cohen Davidovsky — Couples And Families
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Expertise in body image challenges, eating disorders, relationships, and more.
Is your relationship in trouble? Are you searching for greater intimacy and trust? Do you have conflicts in your marriage around parenting styles, religious differences, money, stress, family, or fertility treatments? Do arguments escalate rapidly? In therapy, you can build the tools to recapture the emotional connection that you so desire. Learn to defuse conflict and argue constructively. You will develop skills that will help you learn how to function better in your relationship. Each meeting will bring you personalized tools, insights, and hope. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping!
Expertise in body image challenges, eating disorders, relationships, and more.
Is your relationship in trouble? Are you searching for greater intimacy and trust? Do you have conflicts in your marriage around parenting styles, religious differences, money, stress, family, or fertility treatments? Do arguments escalate rapidly? In therapy, you can build the tools to recapture the emotional connection that you so desire. Learn to defuse conflict and argue constructively. You will develop skills that will help you learn how to function better in your relationship. Each meeting will bring you personalized tools, insights, and hope. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping!
Elissa R. Gross
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tenafly, NJ 07670
I have extensive training in the following areas: trauma; divorce, remarriage and blended family issues; eating disorders,depression and anxiety; I've trained as an EMDR clinician.
Therapy is a powerful way to increase self awareness and develop problem solving skills. I work collaboratively with clients to address issues that interfere with their sense of wellbeing. I am warm,authentic,insightful,and funny. Feeling validated, clients are able to work through challenging issues. We will build upon your strengths to create more effective coping strategies, and to help clients attain happiness and peace. I am thrilled to announce that I have joined the Lukin Center, a group of highly qualified clinicians with locations in Englewood, Hoboken, Ridgewood and Jersey City, NJ.
I have extensive training in the following areas: trauma; divorce, remarriage and blended family issues; eating disorders,depression and anxiety; I've trained as an EMDR clinician.
Therapy is a powerful way to increase self awareness and develop problem solving skills. I work collaboratively with clients to address issues that interfere with their sense of wellbeing. I am warm,authentic,insightful,and funny. Feeling validated, clients are able to work through challenging issues. We will build upon your strengths to create more effective coping strategies, and to help clients attain happiness and peace. I am thrilled to announce that I have joined the Lukin Center, a group of highly qualified clinicians with locations in Englewood, Hoboken, Ridgewood and Jersey City, NJ.
Susan S. Turkenkopf, MSW, LCSW, CGP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
I, Susan S. Turkenkopf, MSW, LCSW, CGP, deal with the following issues and symptoms in my Private Practice: ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, Eating Disorders/Body Image, Internet/Online Problems, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Adolescent-Parent/Authority Difficulties, School Phobia/School Refusal/Separation, Learning Disabilities, Self-Esteem/Confidence,Gay/Lesbian/Gender/SexualityDivorce/Marital Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Anger Management, Social Anxiety, Substance Abuse Depression/Anxiety/Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disdorder, Personality Disorders, Sleep Issues, Smoking/Addictions, Available Weekends COVID low fee available
I, Susan S. Turkenkopf, MSW, LCSW, CGP, deal with the following issues and symptoms in my Private Practice: ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, Eating Disorders/Body Image, Internet/Online Problems, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Adolescent-Parent/Authority Difficulties, School Phobia/School Refusal/Separation, Learning Disabilities, Self-Esteem/Confidence,Gay/Lesbian/Gender/SexualityDivorce/Marital Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Anger Management, Social Anxiety, Substance Abuse Depression/Anxiety/Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disdorder, Personality Disorders, Sleep Issues, Smoking/Addictions, Available Weekends COVID low fee available
Kimberly C Agresta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tenafly, NJ 07670
The Agresta Psychotherapy group has been providing psychotherapeutic services in the Metropolitan area for over thirty years. I, personally, have worked in the mental health profession in various capacities for over 20 years. My specialties include anxiety disorders, relationship counseling, women's issues and family and group therapy. I established a division of APG called Women's Wellness. Women's Wellness specializes in problems commonly associated with women, such as postpartum depression, fertility, adoption and surrogacy, women's cancers, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, parenting skills and couples issues.
The Agresta Psychotherapy group has been providing psychotherapeutic services in the Metropolitan area for over thirty years. I, personally, have worked in the mental health profession in various capacities for over 20 years. My specialties include anxiety disorders, relationship counseling, women's issues and family and group therapy. I established a division of APG called Women's Wellness. Women's Wellness specializes in problems commonly associated with women, such as postpartum depression, fertility, adoption and surrogacy, women's cancers, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, parenting skills and couples issues.
Julie L Wien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, ACSW, BCD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oradell, NJ 07649
Some of the conditions I treat include anxiety, depression, infertility, women's health, parenting, DV, divorce, ADHD, eating disorders, adolescents, bullying work/school, parenting training, autism, pregnancy loss, and chronic medical conditions.
Are you feeling unfulfilled and struggling to express your emotions and needs? Anxiety and depression can hold you back from living a happy life. But with my interactive, compassionate, and non-judgmental counseling style, I can help you discover and utilize the resources you already possess. My priority is to provide a safe environment where you can feel comfortable. Together, we can work towards the courage to take risks and lead a more liberating life because you are not defined by a diagnosis or demographic. I individualize my approach to each client to help you achieve personal growth and acceptance.
Some of the conditions I treat include anxiety, depression, infertility, women's health, parenting, DV, divorce, ADHD, eating disorders, adolescents, bullying work/school, parenting training, autism, pregnancy loss, and chronic medical conditions.
Are you feeling unfulfilled and struggling to express your emotions and needs? Anxiety and depression can hold you back from living a happy life. But with my interactive, compassionate, and non-judgmental counseling style, I can help you discover and utilize the resources you already possess. My priority is to provide a safe environment where you can feel comfortable. Together, we can work towards the courage to take risks and lead a more liberating life because you are not defined by a diagnosis or demographic. I individualize my approach to each client to help you achieve personal growth and acceptance.
Ofra Markowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Amongst my areas of expertise are childhood Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Eating Disorders, Marital conflicts, Divorce, Loss and Grief, Gender issues, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and more.
My name is Ofra Markowitz and I'm a licensed clinical social worker specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. Since I started my studies and thereafter, I have immersed myself in understanding the link between the gut and brain systems, and their effects on behaviors. I have worked with adolescent children and adults in inpatient psychiatric units, school settings, and currently In private practice.
Amongst my areas of expertise are childhood Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Eating Disorders, Marital conflicts, Divorce, Loss and Grief, Gender issues, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and more.
My name is Ofra Markowitz and I'm a licensed clinical social worker specializing in individual, couples and family therapy. Since I started my studies and thereafter, I have immersed myself in understanding the link between the gut and brain systems, and their effects on behaviors. I have worked with adolescent children and adults in inpatient psychiatric units, school settings, and currently In private practice.
Judy H. Gurfein
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, APRN, BC
Verified Verified
Tenafly, NJ 07670
I treat children, teens, adults, and couples struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, addictions, and eating disorders.
For over 25 years I have been privileged to become closely involved with patients and their challenges. I value my relationship with each patient and couple, and provide a safe, warm environment. My goal is to bring about positive change by alleviating problems and providing relief from symptoms. Extensive training and experience combined with warmth and individualized attention are the ingredients which enable me to help my patients successfully achieve their goals. Since every individual and situation is different, I match the treatment to the patient, and not the patient to the treatment.
I treat children, teens, adults, and couples struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, addictions, and eating disorders.
For over 25 years I have been privileged to become closely involved with patients and their challenges. I value my relationship with each patient and couple, and provide a safe, warm environment. My goal is to bring about positive change by alleviating problems and providing relief from symptoms. Extensive training and experience combined with warmth and individualized attention are the ingredients which enable me to help my patients successfully achieve their goals. Since every individual and situation is different, I match the treatment to the patient, and not the patient to the treatment.
Stacey Cohen-Meissner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Tenafly, NJ 07670
I work to help my clients achieve their optimal state of achievement, comfort, and happiness. I use cognitive and behavioral therapy techniques in a supportive environment to assist my clients in overcoming anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, and obsessive compulsive behaviors, eating disorders, among other issues.
I also conduct various types of psychological evaluations, including: forensic psychological evaluations, immigration exemption evaluations, adoption assessments, and clearance for bariatric and spinal cord surgeries.
I work to help my clients achieve their optimal state of achievement, comfort, and happiness. I use cognitive and behavioral therapy techniques in a supportive environment to assist my clients in overcoming anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, and obsessive compulsive behaviors, eating disorders, among other issues.
I also conduct various types of psychological evaluations, including: forensic psychological evaluations, immigration exemption evaluations, adoption assessments, and clearance for bariatric and spinal cord surgeries.
Jessica Trapp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Oradell, NJ 07649
Reaching out for help can be difficult. Whether this is your first time seeking help or not, I am happy to work together with you to determine your needs. I enjoy working with individuals who struggle with substance use disorder, codependency, grief & loss, mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, eating disorders and interpersonal relationship issues.
Reaching out for help can be difficult. Whether this is your first time seeking help or not, I am happy to work together with you to determine your needs. I enjoy working with individuals who struggle with substance use disorder, codependency, grief & loss, mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, eating disorders and interpersonal relationship issues.
Lissa Captain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Ive treated those suffering from ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, various depression and mood disorders, conduct disorder, learning difficulties, school issues, eating disorders, substance use (those not currently addicted), and teenagers who have caused sexual harm to others.
I have been working with adolescents and young adults for over 15 years. My practice provides a nurturing and supportive environment to help my clients work on their daily struggles and create a better and happier life for themselves. When working with teenagers, often family therapy is needed to ensure that everyone is working together for there to be positive changes. I will assist parents in how to better manage some of the behaviors that they are seeing with their child.
Ive treated those suffering from ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, various depression and mood disorders, conduct disorder, learning difficulties, school issues, eating disorders, substance use (those not currently addicted), and teenagers who have caused sexual harm to others.
I have been working with adolescents and young adults for over 15 years. My practice provides a nurturing and supportive environment to help my clients work on their daily struggles and create a better and happier life for themselves. When working with teenagers, often family therapy is needed to ensure that everyone is working together for there to be positive changes. I will assist parents in how to better manage some of the behaviors that they are seeing with their child.
Lisa Fedder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Whether struggling with anger, depression, anxiety, disordered eating, body image, or low self esteem or facing problems at school, work or home, I can help you develop your core strength to more effectively deal with life's challenges. When fixing a car, you want a top mechanic with the right set of tools to diagnose the problem and make the repairs. Why not treat yourself as well? Working together we can expand your "toolbox" so you have the confidence and skills to manage whatever comes your way.
Whether struggling with anger, depression, anxiety, disordered eating, body image, or low self esteem or facing problems at school, work or home, I can help you develop your core strength to more effectively deal with life's challenges. When fixing a car, you want a top mechanic with the right set of tools to diagnose the problem and make the repairs. Why not treat yourself as well? Working together we can expand your "toolbox" so you have the confidence and skills to manage whatever comes your way.
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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.