Eating Disorders Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
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Rita Woidislawsky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I can help people suffering from
Anorexia
Nervosa,
Bulimia
and Binge Eating Disorder. I am also capable of assisting patients dealing with anxiety and stress which often lead to these disorders.
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Abby Costello
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have particular expertise in working with survivors of interpersonal trauma, and specialized training in treating
eating disorders
and body image concerns.
I believe that healing often occurs best in the context of a safe and trusting relationship between a client and therapist. As a psychotherapist, I strive to create a secure, caring, and collaborative relationship with each of my clients so that therapy is a place they feel fully seen, heard, understood, and respected. I work from an integrative and holistic perspective, meeting each client where they are and working collaboratively with clients to reach their own personal goals and to create lasting, meaningful change and healing in their lives.

Marirose Benedict
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MPS, LPC
Verified
Verified
My expertise lies in delivery of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Behavioral Treatments for
eating disorders
.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have extensive experience in providing scientifically informed treatments to teens and adults having
bulimia
nervosa, binge eating disorder, and restrictive
eating disorders
. I also specialize in treatments for depression, anxiety and trauma that frequently co-occur with
eating disorders
.

Kaitlin Blum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Kaitlin Blum is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. Kaitlin’s areas of expertise include but are not limited to working with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma,
eating disorders
, body image, relationship issues individual and family therapy. She believes in the importance of developing a therapeutic relationship built on trust and openness to ensure a non-judgmental and inviting environment.

Colleen Elizabeth Reichmann
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Here’s the low-down on my training: I completed my predoctoral internship at the UMCPP Center for
Eating Disorders
.
Hello there! My name is Dr. Colleen Reichmann. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Philadelphia, PA. I specialize in
eating disorders
and body image issues. I have also done a lot of work with folks struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-injury. I often work with high school and college-aged students (but love working with people across the age spectrum). I want you to know that my job is my passion. I LOVE this work-and you will be able to tell that in sessions with me. I am not a "smile and nod therapist"- Clients have described me as interactive, genuine, and energetic. It would be my honor to work with you!

Lisa Simon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome to Therapy For Success. Lisa is the owner of TFS and is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in therapy for all
Eating Disorders
including ;
Anorexia
Nervosa,
Bulimia
Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder and disordered eating and food and weight disorders. TFS has several wonderful clinicians on staff to meet the needs of our clients. Lisa and her staff have counseled individuals in the most intense hospital inpatient and outpatient settings and helped them accomplish recovery free from the addiction of food. TFS offers individual, family and group counseling to address specific needs of each client.

Samantha Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania and Delaware specializing in treating individuals with
eating disorders
and body image concerns as well as substance misuse. I also have experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and relationship difficulties. I work with adolescents, adults, and families and have a passion for working with athletes as a former collegiate rower myself.

Madeline Rice & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
ACCEPTING NEWS PATIENTS: We are an all Female group of seasoned and skilled therapist who are passionate about working with people. We know how to give you the tools to feel better and live the life you want. We specialize in a broad array of presenting issues that include
eating disorders
, mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, Adolescent and Women's issues to name a few. We bring a warm, compassionate approach to partner with you in the process of seeing and understanding long standing ineffective behavior patterns and, through our experience and training, will help you to reach your goals.

Marie Papalia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My goal as a therapist is to help you understand yourself better, enabling you to make healthier choices that will improve your life. I’m passionate about helping people gain insight into the unhelpful patterns, beliefs, and fears that hold them back and will collaborate with you to develop a plan to address your concerns that will challenge you to grow, yet meet you where you are today. My areas of expertise include Obsessive Compulsive and Related Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and
Eating Disorders
. I also frequently work with individuals experiencing depressive disorders, perfectionism, relationship issues, and grief.

Margaux Ketner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are navigating
eating disorders
, relationship issues, and expected and unexpected transitions.
People choose to enter therapy for a variety of reasons. Some are driven to therapy by a desire for self understanding, while others seek it out because they feel defeated and overwhelmed. In any case, in my experience, those who willingly enter into therapy will be helped by the process. I listen with an open mind and work collaboratively with clients to address symptoms and enhance self-understanding. My approach is psychodynamic, which means I prioritize equal understanding of your current life, your personal history, and your internal experience.

Diana Wolovnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in
eating disorders
, relationship and peer issues, grief and loss and mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder).
Often people find themselves to be stuck or unhappy and they don't know how they got there. Or maybe there is a specific problem you're dealing with and you need an outside perspective and unbiased help working through it and getting back to a more comfortable and productive place. I consider therapy a natural and helpful extension of your regular daily life.

Kate D'Amica Hostetter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Having worked in various levels of care from inpatient to PHP programs specializing in eating disorder treatment, I specialize in working with those struggling with
anorexia
,
bulimia
, and OSFED.
Have you been struggling to understand your emotions, cope with changes or reduce depression, anxiety or guilt? Through encouragement and empowerment, we will work to reduce and heal the challenges you face. Having supported a wide variety of clients, I am passionate about working with both men and women to find and maintain freedom from their eating and co-occurring disorders by gently confronting barriers, building on strengths and challenging unhelpful relational and thought patterns. It is never too late to seek help and make change.

Diane R. Girardot
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CRT
Verified
Verified
I am a psychotherapist and health care journalist in the Philadelphia area that specializes in personalized treatment for
eating disorders
, generalized anxiety and depression, and psychosocial issues for ages 14 and up. I also provide supervision for therapists pursuing licensure. I have freelanced for the APA Monitor and write regularly for the Philadelphia Inquirer about current psychological issues and eating disorder treatment.

Katie Bank
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, BC-DMT, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Specialties include
eating disorders
, body-image issues, anxiety, depression, trauma and physical and cognitive disabilities.
I want to help you feel supported and restore hope that things can get better. Through a warm and authentic style, we'll find a unique and individualized approach at a pace that feels right. Together our sessions move you closer to your goals, work through emotions, prioritize what you value, and seek overall understanding and balance. I work mostly adults and couples in counseling.

Lauren Renee DeTurk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
My ideal client would be one who wants to change destructive beliefs and is willing to work on their goals in therapy. Their issues would be challenges related to having mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders,
eating disorders
, or substance abuse disorders. Their needs would be someone to listen to them and challenge their faulty beliefs and cognitive distortions. Their goals would be to improve their overall coping, communication, and stress levels.

Hannah Beaver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am highly trained and specialize in the treatment of
eating disorders
and related body image concerns, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, family and relationship issues, identity development, and life transitions.
I strongly believe that engaging in the the therapeutic process can be one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. My primary aim as a therapist is to help each individual I work with lead their best life in whatever form that takes. I use an integrative approach drawing from a relational framework, incorporating components of cognitive-behavioral therapy, strength-based and solution-focused techniques.

Ella Chrelashvili
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified
Verified
My specialties include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma,
eating disorders
, and stress management.
As a therapist, I believe that everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where my clients can explore their inner selves and work towards personal growth and healing. My approach to therapy is empathetic and collaborative, meaning that I work closely with my clients to understand their unique needs and goals. I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and psychodynamic therapy, to create a personalized treatment plan that is tailored to each client's specific needs.
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Rachel Braun
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Do you ever feel shut down or have difficulty getting out of bed? Are there times when you turn to food or diet as a way to manage strong emotions? I specialize in working with women who experience anxiety, depression and
eating disorders
. I will help you engage in the creative process to explore underlying issues and reveal hidden strengths. Art therapy offers a profound way of transforming and healing images stuck just beneath the surface and this can lead to more satisfying connections, greater confidence, renewed energy, and an ability to thrive in both work and home environments.

Jane K Shure
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I'm cofounder of The Resilience Group, nationally recognized for my expertise in bolstering resilience & self-confidence & in helping people break negative patterns to achieve positive change. My TEDx Talk, BOLSTER RESILIENCE, addresses fear-based thinking & offers strategies for building emotional courage & confidence. Named a “Top Doc for Women” by Philadelphia Magazine, I'm a published author on issues of shame, trauma, body-image,
eating disorders
& lead workshops on Strengthen an Inner Coach more Powerful than Your Inner Critic. For more see: http://theresiliencegroup.com/ http://huffingtonpost.com/jane-shure/

Kelly Sweeney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have significant training and experience in the treatment of
eating disorders
and body image issues, including ten years working as a primary therapist at the Center for
Eating Disorders
at the Princeton Medical Center.
Emotional pain, traumatic experiences, or being stuck in self-defeating patterns can make life and relationships feel hard or even unbearable. I believe that growth and healing are possible with hard work and effective support. I strive to offer that support by creating a safe, non-judgmental environment in which we can collaboratively explore areas in your life where you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or powerless. With awareness, embodied presence, curiosity and even humor, we will work toward personal growth, self-acceptance and developing the capacity to take actions toward living a more empowered, authentic, meaningful daily life.
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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.