Eating Disorders Therapists in Edina, MN
I have extensive experience working with individuals navigating eating disorders.
Whether you're navigating overwhelming thoughts, unhelpful patterns, or feeling disconnected, I am dedicated to meeting you with compassion, curiosity, and humor. I focus on helping you develop skills that support resilience and well-being.
I have extensive experience working with individuals navigating eating disorders.
Whether you're navigating overwhelming thoughts, unhelpful patterns, or feeling disconnected, I am dedicated to meeting you with compassion, curiosity, and humor. I focus on helping you develop skills that support resilience and well-being.
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 have an extensive background working with eating disorders, acute and chronic illness, anxiety, depression, learning disorders, perfectionism, parenting, and adjusting to life’s challenges.
My treatment approach is eclectic, including solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and evidence-based treatment approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavior therapy for ARFID (CBT-AR), and family-based treatment (FBT).
I have an extensive background working with eating disorders, acute and chronic illness, anxiety, depression, learning disorders, perfectionism, parenting, and adjusting to life’s challenges.
My treatment approach is eclectic, including solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and evidence-based treatment approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavior therapy for ARFID (CBT-AR), and family-based treatment (FBT).
I have 10 years of experience working with people struggling with disordered eating, anxiety, depression, trauma & all the different issues people face from age 12 and up.
I have found teaching DBT skills (dialectical behavior therapy) is helpful for those seeking new coping skills and use EMDR when working through trauma with someone. Both of these modes have been beneficial for many clients that I have worked with. I am a Christian and will integrate faith into therapy if it is welcomed.
I have 10 years of experience working with people struggling with disordered eating, anxiety, depression, trauma & all the different issues people face from age 12 and up.
I have found teaching DBT skills (dialectical behavior therapy) is helpful for those seeking new coping skills and use EMDR when working through trauma with someone. Both of these modes have been beneficial for many clients that I have worked with. I am a Christian and will integrate faith into therapy if it is welcomed.
Welcome! I’m Maria Andrew and I use She/They pronouns. I am a budding art therapist passionate about helping individuals discover how creativity can transform their lives. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your emotions and build resilience, all through the power of art.
Welcome! I’m Maria Andrew and I use She/They pronouns. I am a budding art therapist passionate about helping individuals discover how creativity can transform their lives. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your emotions and build resilience, all through the power of art.
Emily also has a specialty in working with Eating Disorders, body dysmorphia, and other food and body-related issues.
Working with Emily feels like talking with a good friend, on a cozy couch, wrapped up in a warm blanket, and diving deep and letting it out. She is so loved by her clients, and there is a reason why. Emily is one of those therapists who has an incredibly warm side, but also a gift at being tough in a really effective way. First, let us explain the warm part?
Emily also has a specialty in working with Eating Disorders, body dysmorphia, and other food and body-related issues.
Working with Emily feels like talking with a good friend, on a cozy couch, wrapped up in a warm blanket, and diving deep and letting it out. She is so loved by her clients, and there is a reason why. Emily is one of those therapists who has an incredibly warm side, but also a gift at being tough in a really effective way. First, let us explain the warm part?
My passion is helping those with relational issues, developmental trauma, substance use as well as eating disorders.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of therapy. I offer an interpersonal, warm, person-centered approach that helps one feels safe and comfortable. I use humor, validation and different therapeutic strategies to build that therapeutic alliance.
My passion is helping those with relational issues, developmental trauma, substance use as well as eating disorders.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of therapy. I offer an interpersonal, warm, person-centered approach that helps one feels safe and comfortable. I use humor, validation and different therapeutic strategies to build that therapeutic alliance.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Complex Traumas, Domestic Violence and general mental health distress.
I have specialized trainings in the Anchored Relational (AIR) Therapy Model, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) (Level 1), Brainspotting (Phases 1-4, Masterclass, From Freeze to Thaw (somatic/body processing) parts 1 & 2, Expansion), Emotionally Focused Therapy and prescribe to the Health at Every Size philosophy.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Complex Traumas, Domestic Violence and general mental health distress.
I have specialized trainings in the Anchored Relational (AIR) Therapy Model, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) (Level 1), Brainspotting (Phases 1-4, Masterclass, From Freeze to Thaw (somatic/body processing) parts 1 & 2, Expansion), Emotionally Focused Therapy and prescribe to the Health at Every Size philosophy.
I feel privileged to help guide clients on a journey toward living more fulfilling lives. Whether client's struggle with anxiety, OCD, perfectionism or an eating disorder, my therapeutic style is to take a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach in our work together. I strive to meet clients wherever they are, and help them move towards where they want to be based on their own goals and values. I believe connection, collaboration and humor are essential qualities to fostering a trusting and warm therapeutic environment where I will encourage vulnerability and risk taking to help client's move towards what is important to them.
I feel privileged to help guide clients on a journey toward living more fulfilling lives. Whether client's struggle with anxiety, OCD, perfectionism or an eating disorder, my therapeutic style is to take a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach in our work together. I strive to meet clients wherever they are, and help them move towards where they want to be based on their own goals and values. I believe connection, collaboration and humor are essential qualities to fostering a trusting and warm therapeutic environment where I will encourage vulnerability and risk taking to help client's move towards what is important to them.
Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, and Interpersonal Therapy, I help teens (15+) and adults work through anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and life transitions.
I specialize in treating anxiety, eating disorders, and depression with a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to your unique needs. As an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist, I provide a safe, inclusive space where you can explore your identity, navigate challenges, and build a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, and Interpersonal Therapy, I help teens (15+) and adults work through anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and life transitions.
I specialize in treating anxiety, eating disorders, and depression with a compassionate, evidence-based approach tailored to your unique needs. As an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist, I provide a safe, inclusive space where you can explore your identity, navigate challenges, and build a healthier, more fulfilling life.
I’m especially passionate about working with LGBTQ+ individuals, and those navigating eating disorders, body image challenges, and mood disorders.
I bring both clinical skill and creative intuition to the healing process. If you feel caught in cycles of reactivity, self-doubt, or emotional disconnection—especially in your relationships—you’re not alone. With a curious, experiential approach, I specialize in helping individuals explore the unresolved trauma that shows up in the present, often in ways that feel confusing, painful, or overwhelming. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I guide clients in gently uncovering and transforming the protective parts of themselves that developed in response to pain.
I’m especially passionate about working with LGBTQ+ individuals, and those navigating eating disorders, body image challenges, and mood disorders.
I bring both clinical skill and creative intuition to the healing process. If you feel caught in cycles of reactivity, self-doubt, or emotional disconnection—especially in your relationships—you’re not alone. With a curious, experiential approach, I specialize in helping individuals explore the unresolved trauma that shows up in the present, often in ways that feel confusing, painful, or overwhelming. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I guide clients in gently uncovering and transforming the protective parts of themselves that developed in response to pain.
I've taught DBT for Binge Eating Disorder/Emotional Eating for 10 years.
Reducing or eliminating emotional eating is my therapeutic focus. At this time I am only able to accept clients interested in our "Why Can't I Stop Eating?" program. If you are eating secretly, eating past fullness or when not hungry, feeling shame after eating or using food to deal with emotions, consider attending the "Why Can't I Stop Eating?" program which includes a weekly 90 minute Skills (classroom-type) group and weekly individual therapy. Persons participating in bariatric programs or taking GLP-1's are also welcome in the Why Can't I Stop Eating? group.
I've taught DBT for Binge Eating Disorder/Emotional Eating for 10 years.
Reducing or eliminating emotional eating is my therapeutic focus. At this time I am only able to accept clients interested in our "Why Can't I Stop Eating?" program. If you are eating secretly, eating past fullness or when not hungry, feeling shame after eating or using food to deal with emotions, consider attending the "Why Can't I Stop Eating?" program which includes a weekly 90 minute Skills (classroom-type) group and weekly individual therapy. Persons participating in bariatric programs or taking GLP-1's are also welcome in the Why Can't I Stop Eating? group.
I focus on working with adults and couples who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, perinatal concerns, eating disorders and relationship concerns.
I offer psychodynamic therapy which helps individuals learn about their past experiences and how these experiences can unconsciously impact how we show up in relationships and impact our overall well being.
I focus on working with adults and couples who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, perinatal concerns, eating disorders and relationship concerns.
I offer psychodynamic therapy which helps individuals learn about their past experiences and how these experiences can unconsciously impact how we show up in relationships and impact our overall well being.
From an internship at a Women's Correctional Facility in Baltimore, to work at two prominent Eating Disorder treatment centers, to post graduate training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, I strive to meet patients where they are at as they uncover parts of themselves.
Life is full of relationships, experiences, and events that impact us and ultimately shape who we are and how we interact with the others in the world. I strive to join with my patients to work through the challenging and painful things in life so that together we can move towards greater understanding. The relationship between patient and therapist creates the foundation essential to explore and ultimately work through these difficulties that cause pain and struggle. In order to move towards healing we need to feel heard, understood, and accepted just as we are.
From an internship at a Women's Correctional Facility in Baltimore, to work at two prominent Eating Disorder treatment centers, to post graduate training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, I strive to meet patients where they are at as they uncover parts of themselves.
Life is full of relationships, experiences, and events that impact us and ultimately shape who we are and how we interact with the others in the world. I strive to join with my patients to work through the challenging and painful things in life so that together we can move towards greater understanding. The relationship between patient and therapist creates the foundation essential to explore and ultimately work through these difficulties that cause pain and struggle. In order to move towards healing we need to feel heard, understood, and accepted just as we are.
The therapists at Emerge Therapy can help you understand and transform long-standing patterns that no longer serve you well. This includes being curious about early and current relationships, exploring unacceptable or difficult emotions, and increasing awareness of the relationship between mind and body. We have a holistic perspective on mental health and seek lasting change through in-depth and integrative work.
The therapists at Emerge Therapy can help you understand and transform long-standing patterns that no longer serve you well. This includes being curious about early and current relationships, exploring unacceptable or difficult emotions, and increasing awareness of the relationship between mind and body. We have a holistic perspective on mental health and seek lasting change through in-depth and integrative work.
Shame is a skilled liar, and it can falsely convince us that we're better off facing our struggles alone. But it’s everyone’s first time being a human, and no one has it all figured out!
I am passionate about working with folks whose voices are all too often silenced: justice-involved, adjusting to life after incarceration, navigating addictive or compulsive behavior patterns, feeling disconnected from their authentic selves, seeking personal meaning in life, or recovering after religious, domestic, or sexual abuse, harm, or trauma. You deserve to be affirmed and supported on the courageous path of healing and self-discovery.
Shame is a skilled liar, and it can falsely convince us that we're better off facing our struggles alone. But it’s everyone’s first time being a human, and no one has it all figured out!
I am passionate about working with folks whose voices are all too often silenced: justice-involved, adjusting to life after incarceration, navigating addictive or compulsive behavior patterns, feeling disconnected from their authentic selves, seeking personal meaning in life, or recovering after religious, domestic, or sexual abuse, harm, or trauma. You deserve to be affirmed and supported on the courageous path of healing and self-discovery.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, easily irritated, frequently worried, or sad? Do you procrastinate or avoid making decisions? I often hear the phrase "I'm not sure what the problem is but I know I am just not happy." Maybe you just experienced a major life stressor or maybe you have struggled with these issues for years. I offer a safe and supportive environment where you can begin to explore what the problem really is, move towards solutions that will help you cope with challenging life situations and release yourself from any "old baggage" that may be hanging on.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, easily irritated, frequently worried, or sad? Do you procrastinate or avoid making decisions? I often hear the phrase "I'm not sure what the problem is but I know I am just not happy." Maybe you just experienced a major life stressor or maybe you have struggled with these issues for years. I offer a safe and supportive environment where you can begin to explore what the problem really is, move towards solutions that will help you cope with challenging life situations and release yourself from any "old baggage" that may be hanging on.
I have 35 years of experience helping people find a way to live a richer and more satisfying life. Therapy is about empowering individuals and coming face-to-face with adversities. Clients are helped to explore past experiences that impact current emotions and behaviors. In order to change you need to resolve internal conflicts that lead to emotional distress, unwanted behaviors and physical symptoms. I help to create a safe place to begin to talk about the meaning of your feelings and thoughts. I create a space where you can explore whatever is on your mind and we think together about your feelings, thoughts, and dreams.
I have 35 years of experience helping people find a way to live a richer and more satisfying life. Therapy is about empowering individuals and coming face-to-face with adversities. Clients are helped to explore past experiences that impact current emotions and behaviors. In order to change you need to resolve internal conflicts that lead to emotional distress, unwanted behaviors and physical symptoms. I help to create a safe place to begin to talk about the meaning of your feelings and thoughts. I create a space where you can explore whatever is on your mind and we think together about your feelings, thoughts, and dreams.
Alchemy Psychological Services, Dr. Stephanie Ess
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
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“The unexamined life is not worth living.” These words spoken by Socrates have been, whether known or not consciously known, the guiding force that has brought individuals, families, and couples to my office. Whether they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship stress, illness, or substance abuse, a common thread runs through them all: the desire to feel more connected to others and to themselves; to experience a sense of aliveness and joy through such relationships. In your strive for wholeness, I pay attention to your unique life story to support you in reclaiming your authentic self.
“The unexamined life is not worth living.” These words spoken by Socrates have been, whether known or not consciously known, the guiding force that has brought individuals, families, and couples to my office. Whether they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship stress, illness, or substance abuse, a common thread runs through them all: the desire to feel more connected to others and to themselves; to experience a sense of aliveness and joy through such relationships. In your strive for wholeness, I pay attention to your unique life story to support you in reclaiming your authentic self.
Hello! I’m a compassionate therapist who believes acceptance and empathy are at the center of every therapeutic relationship. I put an emphasis on creating a warm and supportive environment where clients feel safe sharing their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. One of my biggest goals when working with individuals is to help them feel empowered and confident in their everyday lives.
Hello! I’m a compassionate therapist who believes acceptance and empathy are at the center of every therapeutic relationship. I put an emphasis on creating a warm and supportive environment where clients feel safe sharing their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. One of my biggest goals when working with individuals is to help them feel empowered and confident in their everyday lives.
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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.