Eating Disorders Therapists in Blaine, MN
Welcome. I have been providing therapy services for 20+ years in many settings including: inpatient hospital units, outpatient hospital clinics, emergency departments and outpatient mental health clinics. I work with adolescents, adults of all ages and couples. I specialize in eating disorders, bipolar disorder and OCD. I believe balance is key to a successful, healthy life. In visiting this website, you are taking the first step in improving your quality of life. I look forward to meeting you.
Welcome. I have been providing therapy services for 20+ years in many settings including: inpatient hospital units, outpatient hospital clinics, emergency departments and outpatient mental health clinics. I work with adolescents, adults of all ages and couples. I specialize in eating disorders, bipolar disorder and OCD. I believe balance is key to a successful, healthy life. In visiting this website, you are taking the first step in improving your quality of life. I look forward to meeting you.
With over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I have dedicated my practice to helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression, eating disorders, co-dependency, developmental trauma, and women's issues.
I am passionate about empowering women to navigate the unique challenges they face in today's society, helping them find their voice and reclaim their power. I believe in the power of therapy to transform lives and am committed to guiding my clients on their journey towards healing and self-discovery.
With over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I have dedicated my practice to helping individuals overcome anxiety, depression, eating disorders, co-dependency, developmental trauma, and women's issues.
I am passionate about empowering women to navigate the unique challenges they face in today's society, helping them find their voice and reclaim their power. I believe in the power of therapy to transform lives and am committed to guiding my clients on their journey towards healing and self-discovery.
I strive to be a therapist who meets clients with a calm presence, flexibility, and genuine connection, creating a space where they feel safe, seen, and supported in their growth. I work with a wide variety of populations, including children, adolescents, adults and parents. I often incorporate art-based and hands-on interventions to support expression and engagement in the therapeutic process. I believe that meaningful change comes through a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, where we can gently explore how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and influence one another.
I strive to be a therapist who meets clients with a calm presence, flexibility, and genuine connection, creating a space where they feel safe, seen, and supported in their growth. I work with a wide variety of populations, including children, adolescents, adults and parents. I often incorporate art-based and hands-on interventions to support expression and engagement in the therapeutic process. I believe that meaningful change comes through a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, where we can gently explore how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and influence one another.
Along with my team (pre-licensed doctoral candidate colleagues under my supervision), we conduct psychological testing for ADHD rule-in evaluations for individuals age 8+, Teen and Adult Autism evaluations, Personality testing, Cognitive and Memory testing, Behavior/Mood, Trauma, and other comprehensive mental health testing evaluations (ages 8+ for testing, except for only teen and adults for Autism). We also provide Pre-Surgical Evaluations for chronic pain: spine stimulators and pain pumps medical clearance and Pre-Bariatric Surgery Evaluations. Also Pre-Adoption Psychological Evaluations prior to international adoption.
Along with my team (pre-licensed doctoral candidate colleagues under my supervision), we conduct psychological testing for ADHD rule-in evaluations for individuals age 8+, Teen and Adult Autism evaluations, Personality testing, Cognitive and Memory testing, Behavior/Mood, Trauma, and other comprehensive mental health testing evaluations (ages 8+ for testing, except for only teen and adults for Autism). We also provide Pre-Surgical Evaluations for chronic pain: spine stimulators and pain pumps medical clearance and Pre-Bariatric Surgery Evaluations. Also Pre-Adoption Psychological Evaluations prior to international adoption.
My professional experiences have taught me that my passion is working with children and families. I have a wealth of knowledge in infant and child mental health. Also, I work with children who have trauma histories and the families that care for them. I have experience assisting with adoption issues, family work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, coping with life change, and child and adolescent mental health issues. Working collaboratively with parents is also an essential part of my therapy practice.
My professional experiences have taught me that my passion is working with children and families. I have a wealth of knowledge in infant and child mental health. Also, I work with children who have trauma histories and the families that care for them. I have experience assisting with adoption issues, family work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, coping with life change, and child and adolescent mental health issues. Working collaboratively with parents is also an essential part of my therapy practice.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, obsessive thoughts and emotional eating patterns. I assist clients in learning skills to reduce symptoms and improve their lives. I focus on building a trusting relationship where people feel they can show up as their authentic selves in therapy.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, obsessive thoughts and emotional eating patterns. I assist clients in learning skills to reduce symptoms and improve their lives. I focus on building a trusting relationship where people feel they can show up as their authentic selves in therapy.
Weight loss and body weight management are the primary subjects of my video-based counseling, where attention is focused on the psychological factors (e.g., stress, self-esteem, low mood, anxiety, work and family pressures, etc.) that contribute to, or interfere with, your success. After 35 years of providing general psychotherapy, my practice has now shifted to a subject I am passionate about: assisting and guiding those who wish to lose weight, and have found previous efforts to do so, unsuccessful. Our counseling will be covered by your insurance plan, because we will be working on issues related to your mental health.
Weight loss and body weight management are the primary subjects of my video-based counseling, where attention is focused on the psychological factors (e.g., stress, self-esteem, low mood, anxiety, work and family pressures, etc.) that contribute to, or interfere with, your success. After 35 years of providing general psychotherapy, my practice has now shifted to a subject I am passionate about: assisting and guiding those who wish to lose weight, and have found previous efforts to do so, unsuccessful. Our counseling will be covered by your insurance plan, because we will be working on issues related to your mental health.
Are you tired of therapists who say that they do relationship therapy only to have you practice basic communication skills? Are you tired of the lack of progress and want to get unstuck once and for all? I specialize in making sure that time does continue to pass by while you are feeling weighed down in the status quo. I'm straightforward and honest. My clients describe me as annoyingly neutral when they try to get me to take sides against their partners. They also describe me as willing to ask the hard questions and willing to keep people accountable. I love helping people navigate every stage of coupling or uncoupling.
Are you tired of therapists who say that they do relationship therapy only to have you practice basic communication skills? Are you tired of the lack of progress and want to get unstuck once and for all? I specialize in making sure that time does continue to pass by while you are feeling weighed down in the status quo. I'm straightforward and honest. My clients describe me as annoyingly neutral when they try to get me to take sides against their partners. They also describe me as willing to ask the hard questions and willing to keep people accountable. I love helping people navigate every stage of coupling or uncoupling.
Hello! I look forward to assisting you! I value you and respect your path. I work as a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
What your goals and vision are for your life personally and professionally is the focus of your psychotherapy and/or marriage therapy. I do provide a therapeutic environment based on unconditional positive regard for you. I am willing, committed, and trained as your psychologist or life coach to help empower you in your life choices. I specialize in Couples Counseling, Marriage Therapy, Individual Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Depression Therapy, and Life Coaching.
Hello! I look forward to assisting you! I value you and respect your path. I work as a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
What your goals and vision are for your life personally and professionally is the focus of your psychotherapy and/or marriage therapy. I do provide a therapeutic environment based on unconditional positive regard for you. I am willing, committed, and trained as your psychologist or life coach to help empower you in your life choices. I specialize in Couples Counseling, Marriage Therapy, Individual Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Depression Therapy, and Life Coaching.
My experience is working clients who grew up with alcoholism/addiction in their family of origin, those who struggle with depression and anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, infertility, grief, posttraumatic stress disorder, self harm and eating disorders.
I draw from a variety of Clinical Models including: Experiential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Art Therapy, Addiction Therapy/12 steps, Trauma, as well as from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My areas of special interest include: Art Therapy, DBT, Anxiety, Addiction, Grief, Self Harm and Family issues around addiction.
My experience is working clients who grew up with alcoholism/addiction in their family of origin, those who struggle with depression and anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, infertility, grief, posttraumatic stress disorder, self harm and eating disorders.
I draw from a variety of Clinical Models including: Experiential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Art Therapy, Addiction Therapy/12 steps, Trauma, as well as from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My areas of special interest include: Art Therapy, DBT, Anxiety, Addiction, Grief, Self Harm and Family issues around addiction.
Christina enjoys working with individuals, couples and families helping support them in making changes they want to make. She has her B.A. in Sociology and Diversity Studies from SCSU and her M.S. in MHC from Walden University. She is an LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of MN. Christina has worked 14 years in clinical counseling. She has 28 additional years working with children, and families with services that are person-centered, strength-based and therapeutic. She has worked in foster and long-term residential based programs, as well as crisis, substance abuse treatment, vocational and education areas.
Christina enjoys working with individuals, couples and families helping support them in making changes they want to make. She has her B.A. in Sociology and Diversity Studies from SCSU and her M.S. in MHC from Walden University. She is an LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of MN. Christina has worked 14 years in clinical counseling. She has 28 additional years working with children, and families with services that are person-centered, strength-based and therapeutic. She has worked in foster and long-term residential based programs, as well as crisis, substance abuse treatment, vocational and education areas.
We are a dedicated team of holistic health professionals passionate about helping people overcome life's challenges. We offer individual, couples, and family therapy, nutrition counseling, medication management, addiction services, acupuncture, bio-feedback, trauma/PTSD treatment, and work with co-occurring mental health issues. We offer in-person and virtual therapy. Same-day appointments available.
We are a dedicated team of holistic health professionals passionate about helping people overcome life's challenges. We offer individual, couples, and family therapy, nutrition counseling, medication management, addiction services, acupuncture, bio-feedback, trauma/PTSD treatment, and work with co-occurring mental health issues. We offer in-person and virtual therapy. Same-day appointments available.
My approach is person-centered, empathetic, mindful, and holistic. I integrate a synergistic blend of evidence-based practices through a culturally sensitive lens. I am especially passionate about helping challenge the stigma around men’s mental health, encouraging greater openness, self-awareness, and emotional wellbeing. Men often face contradictory messages from society and female partners. They are to be emotionally mature while also stoic. Cis-gender male suicide rates are almost 80% higher than cis-women.
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My approach is person-centered, empathetic, mindful, and holistic. I integrate a synergistic blend of evidence-based practices through a culturally sensitive lens. I am especially passionate about helping challenge the stigma around men’s mental health, encouraging greater openness, self-awareness, and emotional wellbeing. Men often face contradictory messages from society and female partners. They are to be emotionally mature while also stoic. Cis-gender male suicide rates are almost 80% higher than cis-women.
NOTE: This is a fragrance free office. Please refrain from using fragrance or strong smelling laundry products
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I have extra training in attachment-based work, eating disorders, Christian-integrated therapy (as requested by the client), military/first responders mental health, couples work, group therapy and trauma along the lifespan.
Maybe this is your first time exploring what therapy can do. Maybe you've done therapy for many years. Wherever you are at - I am happy to meet you there. I have worked with a variety of different clients in many settings. I am person-centered and offer tools and insight, while trusting you are the one that knows your story the best.
I have extra training in attachment-based work, eating disorders, Christian-integrated therapy (as requested by the client), military/first responders mental health, couples work, group therapy and trauma along the lifespan.
Maybe this is your first time exploring what therapy can do. Maybe you've done therapy for many years. Wherever you are at - I am happy to meet you there. I have worked with a variety of different clients in many settings. I am person-centered and offer tools and insight, while trusting you are the one that knows your story the best.
Maddie has experience working with a variety of issues including trauma, substance misuse, OCD, eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, and depression.
Maddie is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a pre-licensed psychotherapist under supervision for LPCC licensure. She has immediate openings for telehealth or in-person therapy. She has a background as a writer that informs her approach to therapy. She believes in the importance of empowering people to develop and grow into their own story and tap into their own motivations for change. She also believes that building community support and connection is an integral part of the healing process.
Maddie has experience working with a variety of issues including trauma, substance misuse, OCD, eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, and depression.
Maddie is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a pre-licensed psychotherapist under supervision for LPCC licensure. She has immediate openings for telehealth or in-person therapy. She has a background as a writer that informs her approach to therapy. She believes in the importance of empowering people to develop and grow into their own story and tap into their own motivations for change. She also believes that building community support and connection is an integral part of the healing process.
I am passionate about providing gender-affirming care and I take a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach to treating disordered eating and body image distress.
When our world feels chaotic and life’s responsibilities feel heavy, it can feel impossible to take care of yourself or move towards your personal goals. I am excited to take on this challenge with you. My office provides a safe space to identify your core values and re-work old patterns that no longer serve you. Through therapy, you can find a way towards purpose, peace, and self compassion.
Early in life, you internalize core beliefs, worldviews, and ways of being that may start to feel outdated once you become your own person. I’m passionate about accompanying young adults on a journey of self-discovery.
I am passionate about providing gender-affirming care and I take a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach to treating disordered eating and body image distress.
When our world feels chaotic and life’s responsibilities feel heavy, it can feel impossible to take care of yourself or move towards your personal goals. I am excited to take on this challenge with you. My office provides a safe space to identify your core values and re-work old patterns that no longer serve you. Through therapy, you can find a way towards purpose, peace, and self compassion.
Early in life, you internalize core beliefs, worldviews, and ways of being that may start to feel outdated once you become your own person. I’m passionate about accompanying young adults on a journey of self-discovery.
I have been working in the field of psychology for 20+ years. When people ask why I do the work I do, I usually respond, "because people are always interesting." I enjoy the process of getting to know someone's story and helping them to work towards understanding and change.
I have been working in the field of psychology for 20+ years. When people ask why I do the work I do, I usually respond, "because people are always interesting." I enjoy the process of getting to know someone's story and helping them to work towards understanding and change.
Lately, I've been working with eating disorder diagnoses and adolescents, as well as sports teams and athletes, but I am always open to working with any age at any stage of growth!
I take an authentic, direct approach to help clients challenge mental health issues like anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and eating disorders in a safe, casual space. Together we’ll explore a holistic approach to managing mental health, whether you deal with persistent mental illness or nerves before a big game.
Lately, I've been working with eating disorder diagnoses and adolescents, as well as sports teams and athletes, but I am always open to working with any age at any stage of growth!
I take an authentic, direct approach to help clients challenge mental health issues like anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and eating disorders in a safe, casual space. Together we’ll explore a holistic approach to managing mental health, whether you deal with persistent mental illness or nerves before a big game.
Currently I am doing Telehealth only, so can meet with clients who reside anywhere in Minnesota. When you are ready for change in yourself or your life, I want to help you achieve your goals. We will plan an effective direction for you. I emphasize identifying and building strengths as well as addressing problem resolution. We focus on the unique needs of each person or couple, which may include physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Therapeutic methods include cognitive-behavior therapy, clinical hypnosis, relaxation/visualization techniques, self-image psychology, art therapy, philosophy, aromatherapy, journaling.
Currently I am doing Telehealth only, so can meet with clients who reside anywhere in Minnesota. When you are ready for change in yourself or your life, I want to help you achieve your goals. We will plan an effective direction for you. I emphasize identifying and building strengths as well as addressing problem resolution. We focus on the unique needs of each person or couple, which may include physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Therapeutic methods include cognitive-behavior therapy, clinical hypnosis, relaxation/visualization techniques, self-image psychology, art therapy, philosophy, aromatherapy, journaling.
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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.