Eating Disorders Therapists in Saint Paul, MN
My clinical background is in disordered eating and body acceptance from a body liberation lense.
My special interests include ADHD, AUDHD, anxiety, Intuitive Eating, life transitions, fat liberation, and somatic work. I practice therapy from a decolonized lens.
My clinical background is in disordered eating and body acceptance from a body liberation lense.
My special interests include ADHD, AUDHD, anxiety, Intuitive Eating, life transitions, fat liberation, and somatic work. I practice therapy from a decolonized lens.
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.
I specialize in working with clients who have eating disorders and body image issues.
You're very courageous for taking the first step in finding somebody to talk to. Together we'll navigate the challenges you're facing in your life, such as depression, anxiety, body image concerns, identity issues, low-self esteem, life transitions, trauma, and losses. As you share, I'll make sure you feel heard and understood.
I specialize in working with clients who have eating disorders and body image issues.
You're very courageous for taking the first step in finding somebody to talk to. Together we'll navigate the challenges you're facing in your life, such as depression, anxiety, body image concerns, identity issues, low-self esteem, life transitions, trauma, and losses. As you share, I'll make sure you feel heard and understood.
Hope & Healing For Life
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55104
My areas of expertise include working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, post traumatic stress, and trauma.
I believe in encouraging clients to find their inner strength, resilience, and confidence. My approach to therapy includes offering hope and the skills to overcome struggles, no matter how difficult they might seem. Engaging in therapy will work to develop your own strengths and allow you to feel more comfortable in your own skin, leading to a greater sense of vitality and peace of mind. When you are ready to open yourself to these changes, don't wait. Call me today. I currently have openings in my schedule for day appointments and can get an appointment setup quickly.
My areas of expertise include working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, post traumatic stress, and trauma.
I believe in encouraging clients to find their inner strength, resilience, and confidence. My approach to therapy includes offering hope and the skills to overcome struggles, no matter how difficult they might seem. Engaging in therapy will work to develop your own strengths and allow you to feel more comfortable in your own skin, leading to a greater sense of vitality and peace of mind. When you are ready to open yourself to these changes, don't wait. Call me today. I currently have openings in my schedule for day appointments and can get an appointment setup quickly.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, addiction issues, and eating disorders.
Have you tried therapy before with only minimal success? Are you looking for practical guidance and effective solutions to the problems that you face? Then you've come to the right place! I work with individuals who have been unsuccessful in therapy before but are still hopeful that there is someone out there who can help them.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, addiction issues, and eating disorders.
Have you tried therapy before with only minimal success? Are you looking for practical guidance and effective solutions to the problems that you face? Then you've come to the right place! I work with individuals who have been unsuccessful in therapy before but are still hopeful that there is someone out there who can help them.
Most of my clients see me for eating disorder, body image, or anxiety related struggles.
I firmly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I aim to create a warm and judgment-free zone by utilizing a person-centered approach with a social justice lens, Health at Every Size principles, humor, and an array of mindfulness, self-care, and self-compassion tools. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a partnership that learns and grows together. I consider my therapeutic approach laidback, informal, compassionate and full of curiosity. As we work together I hope to help provide you with insight, gain life/coping skills, and encourage exploring what you need to live a fulfilled and authentic life.
Most of my clients see me for eating disorder, body image, or anxiety related struggles.
I firmly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I aim to create a warm and judgment-free zone by utilizing a person-centered approach with a social justice lens, Health at Every Size principles, humor, and an array of mindfulness, self-care, and self-compassion tools. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a partnership that learns and grows together. I consider my therapeutic approach laidback, informal, compassionate and full of curiosity. As we work together I hope to help provide you with insight, gain life/coping skills, and encourage exploring what you need to live a fulfilled and authentic life.
Are you looking for expert, evidence-based treatment for body image and weight-related concerns, eating concerns, sleep difficulties, anxiety, depression, resolving trauma, identifying your purpose and/or improving your relationships? Do you want to understand what kind of therapy you're committing to and what evidence supports the idea that it will help you? Do you want a therapist who will provide that evidence-based care from a social justice lens, while also providing a caring, empathic, insightful therapy relationship?
Are you looking for expert, evidence-based treatment for body image and weight-related concerns, eating concerns, sleep difficulties, anxiety, depression, resolving trauma, identifying your purpose and/or improving your relationships? Do you want to understand what kind of therapy you're committing to and what evidence supports the idea that it will help you? Do you want a therapist who will provide that evidence-based care from a social justice lens, while also providing a caring, empathic, insightful therapy relationship?
For eating disorders, we work together to separate the " eating disorder" voice from your own voice, in order to build a life that aligns with your values.
Do you struggle to know your genuine self? Does your childhood trauma impact your ability to show up in your life today? Does anxiety, depression, and worry keep you from being the person you wish you could be? I am an attachment-oriented practitioner who works with adults, couples and families who struggle with dissociative concerns, communication and everyday life. I welcome all people across the gender and sexuality spectrum!
For eating disorders, we work together to separate the " eating disorder" voice from your own voice, in order to build a life that aligns with your values.
Do you struggle to know your genuine self? Does your childhood trauma impact your ability to show up in your life today? Does anxiety, depression, and worry keep you from being the person you wish you could be? I am an attachment-oriented practitioner who works with adults, couples and families who struggle with dissociative concerns, communication and everyday life. I welcome all people across the gender and sexuality spectrum!
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.
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.
When working with clients who struggle with disordered eating and body image distress, I draw from the Health at Every Size and intuitive eating philosophies.
When life gets hard, practicing self-compassion often takes a back seat to your problems. You may be finding that feelings of hopelessness and negative self-talk have become barriers to your healing. Through therapy, we can work together to ignite your self-compassion by re-working your patterns of thinking, exploring your past experiences, and connecting yourself deeply with your emotions.
When working with clients who struggle with disordered eating and body image distress, I draw from the Health at Every Size and intuitive eating philosophies.
When life gets hard, practicing self-compassion often takes a back seat to your problems. You may be finding that feelings of hopelessness and negative self-talk have become barriers to your healing. Through therapy, we can work together to ignite your self-compassion by re-working your patterns of thinking, exploring your past experiences, and connecting yourself deeply with your emotions.
My specialties are adolescents, trauma, ADHD, OCD, and eating disorders.
Although good therapy is serious business it does not have to be grim! I'm very creative and flexible in my approach and view the therapeutic process as a series of hypotheses we explore together. I offer warmth, humor, and sharp analysis of the big picture as well as the details to help you identify what's holding you back and how to move forward differently in a clear, practicable way. In my office we will laugh a lot but we will also work very hard. More than just a psychological travel agent I strive to be a tour guide leader. Your journey is not my journey but I walk with you, in the muck with you, as you determine where to go.
My specialties are adolescents, trauma, ADHD, OCD, and eating disorders.
Although good therapy is serious business it does not have to be grim! I'm very creative and flexible in my approach and view the therapeutic process as a series of hypotheses we explore together. I offer warmth, humor, and sharp analysis of the big picture as well as the details to help you identify what's holding you back and how to move forward differently in a clear, practicable way. In my office we will laugh a lot but we will also work very hard. More than just a psychological travel agent I strive to be a tour guide leader. Your journey is not my journey but I walk with you, in the muck with you, as you determine where to go.
Areas of expertise include chemical health issues, disordered eating, interpersonal concerns, couple and family dynamics, anxiety and depression, and unresolved issues related to trauma.
I utlize a humanistic, solution-focused approach, which is meant to help clients challenge harmful thought patterns while facilitating empowerment and change. We will work together to change old patterns that have proven ineffective or that have blocked your ability to reach your potential.
Areas of expertise include chemical health issues, disordered eating, interpersonal concerns, couple and family dynamics, anxiety and depression, and unresolved issues related to trauma.
I utlize a humanistic, solution-focused approach, which is meant to help clients challenge harmful thought patterns while facilitating empowerment and change. We will work together to change old patterns that have proven ineffective or that have blocked your ability to reach your potential.
As a Mental Health Practitioner, I work with adults addressing a variety of concerns including addictions, eating disorders, emotion regulation, mood disorders, anxiety, stress management, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, grief/loss and relationship issues.
I primarily practice dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and psychotherapy in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
As a Mental Health Practitioner, I work with adults addressing a variety of concerns including addictions, eating disorders, emotion regulation, mood disorders, anxiety, stress management, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, grief/loss and relationship issues.
I primarily practice dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and psychotherapy in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
My background is in treating substance use and Eating Disorders.
For those that are interested, I am comfortable incorporating faith and spiritual practice into the treatment experience. I do not provide couples or family therapy. Feel free to reach out to me with further questions!
My background is in treating substance use and Eating Disorders.
For those that are interested, I am comfortable incorporating faith and spiritual practice into the treatment experience. I do not provide couples or family therapy. Feel free to reach out to me with further questions!
My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and non-judgmental environment. A space that allows people to heal, grow and make positive change. I strongly believe in the healing power of therapy. I work with you to help identify the barriers that are getting in the way and provide the tools to overcome them.
My goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and non-judgmental environment. A space that allows people to heal, grow and make positive change. I strongly believe in the healing power of therapy. I work with you to help identify the barriers that are getting in the way and provide the tools to overcome them.
Are you seeking healing, deeper connection, and emotional growth in your relationship or within yourself? Are you struggling with issues like Relationship Challenges, Anxiety, Trauma, Grief, Depression, Self-Esteem, or Life Transitions? I offer a safe space to release old wounds and embrace emotional healing.
Are you seeking healing, deeper connection, and emotional growth in your relationship or within yourself? Are you struggling with issues like Relationship Challenges, Anxiety, Trauma, Grief, Depression, Self-Esteem, or Life Transitions? I offer a safe space to release old wounds and embrace emotional healing.
I also see clients who have a desire to heal their relationship with food, their body, and movement, and/or who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients, especially adolescents and young adults. I have a background in helping athletes improve mental strength and sport performance and in treating clients with eating disorders. I offer a safe place to process emotions, develop insights, build mental strength, and find coping strategies to help you reach your goals.
I also see clients who have a desire to heal their relationship with food, their body, and movement, and/or who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients, especially adolescents and young adults. I have a background in helping athletes improve mental strength and sport performance and in treating clients with eating disorders. I offer a safe place to process emotions, develop insights, build mental strength, and find coping strategies to help you reach your goals.
Emily believes in collaborating with her clients to enhance resiliency, increase self-acceptance, and emotion regulation. Emily sees individuals ages 13 through adulthood. Emily is a certified Perinatal Mental Health Counselor (PMH-C) and has a special interest helping people journey through the perinatal experience. She can provide individual therapy, couples therapy, and parent coaching.
Emily believes in collaborating with her clients to enhance resiliency, increase self-acceptance, and emotion regulation. Emily sees individuals ages 13 through adulthood. Emily is a certified Perinatal Mental Health Counselor (PMH-C) and has a special interest helping people journey through the perinatal experience. She can provide individual therapy, couples therapy, and parent coaching.
I have training in DBT, EMDR and CBT (tools you can depend on) and clinical specialty in treating eating disorders, complex trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder and issues with both mood and anxiety.
I provide person-centered services to adults (18+) and I believe that people deserve to be in the driver's seat in their health care choices, which is why I take a collaborative approach to therapy. Additionally, I have a clinical specialty in CBT for eating disorder treatment and application of DBT for mood regulation issues and coping challenges.
I have training in DBT, EMDR and CBT (tools you can depend on) and clinical specialty in treating eating disorders, complex trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder and issues with both mood and anxiety.
I provide person-centered services to adults (18+) and I believe that people deserve to be in the driver's seat in their health care choices, which is why I take a collaborative approach to therapy. Additionally, I have a clinical specialty in CBT for eating disorder treatment and application of DBT for mood regulation issues and coping challenges.
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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.