Eating Disorders Therapists in Northfield, MN
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 have worked in multiple levels of care for those who struggled with eating disorders, in a college and private practice.
I am here when you are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or just off. You may be reflecting on your experiences growing up, adjusting to a new chapter in life, and finding yourself consumed by negative and anxious thoughts. Therapy is a tool to help you slow down, feel seen, heal, and make changes. You can learn more about what is getting in your way, what resources you have and new skills to navigate your journey. Together we will learn about YOU, the systems and relationships around you, and help you move forward in a more aligned way.
I have worked in multiple levels of care for those who struggled with eating disorders, in a college and private practice.
I am here when you are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or just off. You may be reflecting on your experiences growing up, adjusting to a new chapter in life, and finding yourself consumed by negative and anxious thoughts. Therapy is a tool to help you slow down, feel seen, heal, and make changes. You can learn more about what is getting in your way, what resources you have and new skills to navigate your journey. Together we will learn about YOU, the systems and relationships around you, and help you move forward in a more aligned way.
I've worked in a variety of settings over the years: in schools, community mental health, in home therapy, pregnant and parenting youth programs, grief/hospice, inpatient/residential/outpatient eating disorder treatment and college counseling.
I believe that people change and heal in the context of relationships - no one heals in isolation.
I've worked in a variety of settings over the years: in schools, community mental health, in home therapy, pregnant and parenting youth programs, grief/hospice, inpatient/residential/outpatient eating disorder treatment and college counseling.
I believe that people change and heal in the context of relationships - no one heals in isolation.
River Valley Behavioral Health and Wellness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Northfield, MN 55057
We treat across the lifespan and offer specialties such as eating disorders, sports psychology, and our medication management team offers telehealth appointments across the State of Minnesota.
Highly trained providers along with nurse practitioners offering individual, group, couples & family therapy, psychological assessment and medication management. Experienced professionals committed to helping you reach your goals in a confidential & comfortable setting. Assessment & treatment for ADHD, learning/developmental disabilities, veterans, PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, substance abuse, relationships, life changes, divorce, stress & coping, anger, autism, & borderline personality disorder.
We treat across the lifespan and offer specialties such as eating disorders, sports psychology, and our medication management team offers telehealth appointments across the State of Minnesota.
Highly trained providers along with nurse practitioners offering individual, group, couples & family therapy, psychological assessment and medication management. Experienced professionals committed to helping you reach your goals in a confidential & comfortable setting. Assessment & treatment for ADHD, learning/developmental disabilities, veterans, PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, substance abuse, relationships, life changes, divorce, stress & coping, anger, autism, & borderline personality disorder.
You’ve tried to hold everything together, but inside you’re overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You want healing that goes deeper than coping skills—healing that transforms your relationships, your sense of self, and your future. I help individuals and couples move through trauma, rebuild trust, and create meaningful change. If you’re navigating life transitions, relationship struggles, or the pressures of young adulthood, you don’t have to do it alone. Healing is possible, and I’d be honored to walk with you.
You’ve tried to hold everything together, but inside you’re overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You want healing that goes deeper than coping skills—healing that transforms your relationships, your sense of self, and your future. I help individuals and couples move through trauma, rebuild trust, and create meaningful change. If you’re navigating life transitions, relationship struggles, or the pressures of young adulthood, you don’t have to do it alone. Healing is possible, and I’d be honored to walk with you.
Hello, my name is Kari (Car-ee)! I have been a dedicated therapist and social worker for the past 37 years, working in a variety of settings such as mental health agencies, schools/colleges, and in private practice. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and have the depth of experience that allows me to meet you where you are at. As a therapist, I see myself as a guide, supporter, and confidant to help with struggles of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, trauma, and life transitions to name a few.
Hello, my name is Kari (Car-ee)! I have been a dedicated therapist and social worker for the past 37 years, working in a variety of settings such as mental health agencies, schools/colleges, and in private practice. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages and have the depth of experience that allows me to meet you where you are at. As a therapist, I see myself as a guide, supporter, and confidant to help with struggles of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, trauma, and life transitions to name a few.
I have extensive experience helping people overcome addiction, substance use, trauma, eating disorders, and relationship issues.
As the owner and director of Relationship Therapy and Consultation (RTC), I have a deep passion for sitting with people during their darkest times to uncover their truths and strengths that lie within. We all need help along our journeys and it takes great courage to reach out. At RTC, safety is key to healing. We strive to provide that sense of safety to every client that we serve, working towards solutions together. We will help you build more meaning, connection, intimacy, and hope in your life. We affirm the dignity, value, and worth of all clients and promote an atmosphere of openness, respect, and growth.
I have extensive experience helping people overcome addiction, substance use, trauma, eating disorders, and relationship issues.
As the owner and director of Relationship Therapy and Consultation (RTC), I have a deep passion for sitting with people during their darkest times to uncover their truths and strengths that lie within. We all need help along our journeys and it takes great courage to reach out. At RTC, safety is key to healing. We strive to provide that sense of safety to every client that we serve, working towards solutions together. We will help you build more meaning, connection, intimacy, and hope in your life. We affirm the dignity, value, and worth of all clients and promote an atmosphere of openness, respect, and growth.
I bring a wide range of expertise and compassion to my practice. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed therapy, and solution-focused therapy. I have a strong commitment to helping individuals achieve healing and personal growth. My professional journey spans over years, during which I have gained skills in understanding and treating a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, personality disorders and life transitions. I work with all ages, family and couples.
I bring a wide range of expertise and compassion to my practice. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed therapy, and solution-focused therapy. I have a strong commitment to helping individuals achieve healing and personal growth. My professional journey spans over years, during which I have gained skills in understanding and treating a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, personality disorders and life transitions. I work with all ages, family and couples.
My approach aligns with the belief that folks are much more than their symptoms and that each individual has inherent dignity and worth. I provide a customized unique approach with each person to best help them reach their goals. I work with teens and adults who are struggling to find purpose, are working through a difficult transition, and those who feel like their emotions are controlling them. I have a published literature review on body positivity and the influence on self-image; I utilize self-compassion and somatic techniques to increase empathetic and validating inner self talk.
My approach aligns with the belief that folks are much more than their symptoms and that each individual has inherent dignity and worth. I provide a customized unique approach with each person to best help them reach their goals. I work with teens and adults who are struggling to find purpose, are working through a difficult transition, and those who feel like their emotions are controlling them. I have a published literature review on body positivity and the influence on self-image; I utilize self-compassion and somatic techniques to increase empathetic and validating inner self talk.
Life and Light Psychotherapy and Wellness
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Serves Area
If you are reading this, its an important step you just took towards your own healing journey. At Life and Light Healing and Wellness we lovingly attend to you, to all that makes you...you, to co-create a healing space. Whether it's the dark clouds of depression, the tentacles of anxiety, or the storm of PTSD, our clinicians are equipped with the tools and skills to support you through your journey to healing.
If you are reading this, its an important step you just took towards your own healing journey. At Life and Light Healing and Wellness we lovingly attend to you, to all that makes you...you, to co-create a healing space. Whether it's the dark clouds of depression, the tentacles of anxiety, or the storm of PTSD, our clinicians are equipped with the tools and skills to support you through your journey to healing.
As a social worker, I help my clients unpack how larger systems impact their mental health and relationships. I use a queer-affirming, anti-oppressive, and neurodivergent-affirming approach to therapy. I have extensive training in trauma and have experience helping people work through life transitions, burnout, mood struggles and chronic illness.
As a social worker, I help my clients unpack how larger systems impact their mental health and relationships. I use a queer-affirming, anti-oppressive, and neurodivergent-affirming approach to therapy. I have extensive training in trauma and have experience helping people work through life transitions, burnout, mood struggles and chronic illness.
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Stacy Vollands Counseling and Recovery, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, CEDS
3 Endorsed
Eagan, MN 55122
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Body Image, Trauma, Perfectionism, Anxiety, Depression, and OCD.
I use therapies such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, ERP, ACT, and EFFT. Although I work with clients with a variety of spiritual beliefs and practices, I do have specific training and experience in integrating Christian beliefs and practices through Biblical Counseling for clients who desire this.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Body Image, Trauma, Perfectionism, Anxiety, Depression, and OCD.
I use therapies such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, ERP, ACT, and EFFT. Although I work with clients with a variety of spiritual beliefs and practices, I do have specific training and experience in integrating Christian beliefs and practices through Biblical Counseling for clients who desire this.
I have specialized experience working with gender, sexuality, disordered eating, and trauma.
Within each of us exists a childlike version of ourselves that embodies wonder, creativity, and joy. Through our experiences we can become disconnected from this version of ourselves. Curiosity often originates from a place of joy, but external forces discourage and reshape it, making learning rigid, transactional, and productivity-driven. Therapy offers an opportunity to break free from these constraints, reconnect with your authentic self, and rediscover a sense of possibility and growth. Through this process, you can embrace the fullness of your being and the expansiveness of life.
I have specialized experience working with gender, sexuality, disordered eating, and trauma.
Within each of us exists a childlike version of ourselves that embodies wonder, creativity, and joy. Through our experiences we can become disconnected from this version of ourselves. Curiosity often originates from a place of joy, but external forces discourage and reshape it, making learning rigid, transactional, and productivity-driven. Therapy offers an opportunity to break free from these constraints, reconnect with your authentic self, and rediscover a sense of possibility and growth. Through this process, you can embrace the fullness of your being and the expansiveness of life.
Welcome to River Bluff Mental Health! Accepting new clients with appointments available in the same week. Experiencing anxiety and OCD symptoms can be distressing and sometimes even debilitating. I have lived experience with OCD and anxiety, so I can relate to you and what you are experiencing. I have found that my clients feel comfortable and heard, especially when sharing uncomfortable thoughts/symptoms they have. I have also completed ERP myself, so I can sympathize with some of the challenges you might or have experienced. This is why I started my private practice, in hopes to help and encourage as many people as I can.
Welcome to River Bluff Mental Health! Accepting new clients with appointments available in the same week. Experiencing anxiety and OCD symptoms can be distressing and sometimes even debilitating. I have lived experience with OCD and anxiety, so I can relate to you and what you are experiencing. I have found that my clients feel comfortable and heard, especially when sharing uncomfortable thoughts/symptoms they have. I have also completed ERP myself, so I can sympathize with some of the challenges you might or have experienced. This is why I started my private practice, in hopes to help and encourage as many people as I can.
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 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.
I have experience in the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders and body image concerns (body dysmorphic disorder).
I believe in a relational approach to empower an individual to take back their life. I am here to walk WITH you in your journey. I believe that a whole-person approach, encompassing the mind, body and spirit will create an experience for individuals to grow and find their inner-self. I love helping people achieve what they didn't believe was possible within themselves. I strive to create a relaxed, open and light-hearted environment while working through life's obstacles. I am a Christian based counselor that is passionate about incorporating faith in sessions upon request.
I have experience in the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders and body image concerns (body dysmorphic disorder).
I believe in a relational approach to empower an individual to take back their life. I am here to walk WITH you in your journey. I believe that a whole-person approach, encompassing the mind, body and spirit will create an experience for individuals to grow and find their inner-self. I love helping people achieve what they didn't believe was possible within themselves. I strive to create a relaxed, open and light-hearted environment while working through life's obstacles. I am a Christian based counselor that is passionate about incorporating faith in sessions upon request.
We have worked with families, adolescents and adults in several settings that specialize in eating disorders, trauma, OCD and substance use.
We get to know the whole person. Instead of seeing problems to fix, we see people in need of remembering they are already whole. Whether you are caught in cycles that leave you exhausted, want better relationships but find them splintering, and/or you find yourself shutting down or shutting off – you don’t have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to suffer alone. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. We'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. No matter where you are on your journey of becoming – together healing is possible.
We have worked with families, adolescents and adults in several settings that specialize in eating disorders, trauma, OCD and substance use.
We get to know the whole person. Instead of seeing problems to fix, we see people in need of remembering they are already whole. Whether you are caught in cycles that leave you exhausted, want better relationships but find them splintering, and/or you find yourself shutting down or shutting off – you don’t have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to suffer alone. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. We'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. No matter where you are on your journey of becoming – together healing is possible.
I specialize in treating trauma and eating disorders.
I enjoy working with clients who have experienced trauma, specifically relational trauma. It is rewarding to help clients understand how their attachment style was formed, how it impacts them as adults, and how to develop healthier ways of relating in this world.
I specialize in treating trauma and eating disorders.
I enjoy working with clients who have experienced trauma, specifically relational trauma. It is rewarding to help clients understand how their attachment style was formed, how it impacts them as adults, and how to develop healthier ways of relating in this world.
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.
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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.