Eating Disorders Therapists in Nashville, TN
I support clients who may be struggling with eating disorders, body image issues, personality disorders, and life adjustments.
Hi! My name is Sabrina. It is nice to see you here! A little bit about myself, I am a Vietnamese-American who brings my lived experiences and expertise into my practice. I became a therapist because I believe it is important for different perspectives to be represented, seen, and heard. My goal as a therapist is to meet you where you are at in your life journey.
I support clients who may be struggling with eating disorders, body image issues, personality disorders, and life adjustments.
Hi! My name is Sabrina. It is nice to see you here! A little bit about myself, I am a Vietnamese-American who brings my lived experiences and expertise into my practice. I became a therapist because I believe it is important for different perspectives to be represented, seen, and heard. My goal as a therapist is to meet you where you are at in your life journey.
She specializes in treating a variety of concerns including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, eating disorders, infertility, relationship/marital concerns, personality disorders, trauma/abuse, substance use issues, sexual issues, anger/irritability, stress management, career concerns, and treating those who desire personal growth.
For those interested in her contributions to press, Dr. Wallace does media appearances on wellness topics. You can access some of her articles through The Tennessean's website.
She specializes in treating a variety of concerns including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, eating disorders, infertility, relationship/marital concerns, personality disorders, trauma/abuse, substance use issues, sexual issues, anger/irritability, stress management, career concerns, and treating those who desire personal growth.
For those interested in her contributions to press, Dr. Wallace does media appearances on wellness topics. You can access some of her articles through The Tennessean's website.
My professional areas of interest include: trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, anxiety, substance abuse, process addictions, codependency, relationship and intimacy issues, attachment and family of origin issues, depression and mood disorders, and personality disorders.
Operating from a holistic lens, I believe in the importance of integrating the mind-body-spirit connection so clients can heal from underlying wounds. I'm trained in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiential Therapy (SomEx), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, & other experiential techniques. I also offer both virtual and in-person sessions.
My professional areas of interest include: trauma, eating disorders, ADHD, anxiety, substance abuse, process addictions, codependency, relationship and intimacy issues, attachment and family of origin issues, depression and mood disorders, and personality disorders.
Operating from a holistic lens, I believe in the importance of integrating the mind-body-spirit connection so clients can heal from underlying wounds. I'm trained in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiential Therapy (SomEx), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, & other experiential techniques. I also offer both virtual and in-person sessions.
I enjoy working with adults, teens, couples and families to facilitate growth and healing from trauma, codependency, eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, intimacy issues, difficult relationship dynamics, maladaptive coping skills, partner betrayal, low self-worth and life transitions.
With a gentle yet challenging approach, it is my desire to meet clients where they are, while creating a safe and non-judgmental space. I work with my clients to challenge negative core beliefs, heal attachment-based wounds and guide the restoration of relationship to self and others.
I enjoy working with adults, teens, couples and families to facilitate growth and healing from trauma, codependency, eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, intimacy issues, difficult relationship dynamics, maladaptive coping skills, partner betrayal, low self-worth and life transitions.
With a gentle yet challenging approach, it is my desire to meet clients where they are, while creating a safe and non-judgmental space. I work with my clients to challenge negative core beliefs, heal attachment-based wounds and guide the restoration of relationship to self and others.
I specialize in treating folks with eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and burnout/chronic stress.
Life gets more complicated as you move into young adulthood, and it can feel impossible to cope with the daily demands: work, school, relationships, food, family, self-care, it’s hard to juggle it all. I can help you manage the chaos and create calm. I specialize in working with young adults who are in transition and who struggle with disordered eating, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Perfectionism and our inner critic make things worse, deepening depression, ramping up anxiety, and complicating our relationship with food and our bodies. Do you connect with this?
I specialize in treating folks with eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and burnout/chronic stress.
Life gets more complicated as you move into young adulthood, and it can feel impossible to cope with the daily demands: work, school, relationships, food, family, self-care, it’s hard to juggle it all. I can help you manage the chaos and create calm. I specialize in working with young adults who are in transition and who struggle with disordered eating, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Perfectionism and our inner critic make things worse, deepening depression, ramping up anxiety, and complicating our relationship with food and our bodies. Do you connect with this?
I have extensive experience with those struggling with eating disorders stemming from traumatic events and attachment wounds.
Are you experiencing distressing thoughts that won't go away? Is it difficult for you to calm down when you become upset? Do you feel like you're on edge all the time? You may have a negative relationship with food, exercise or your body image. You may feel scared to start new relationships with others out of fear of getting hurt. This makes it difficult for you to socialize or go outside of your comfort zone. You have likely tried very hard to feel better with no success. I commonly see people who feel overwhelmed by their emotions, have troubling relationships with food, and who feel hopeless or unsure of how to feel better.
I have extensive experience with those struggling with eating disorders stemming from traumatic events and attachment wounds.
Are you experiencing distressing thoughts that won't go away? Is it difficult for you to calm down when you become upset? Do you feel like you're on edge all the time? You may have a negative relationship with food, exercise or your body image. You may feel scared to start new relationships with others out of fear of getting hurt. This makes it difficult for you to socialize or go outside of your comfort zone. You have likely tried very hard to feel better with no success. I commonly see people who feel overwhelmed by their emotions, have troubling relationships with food, and who feel hopeless or unsure of how to feel better.
I especially enjoy working with clients who experience issues related to eating disorders, disordered eating, developmental trauma/family of origin, emotional neglect, anxiety, and depression.
Instead of being taught how to cope skillfully with painful experiences and feelings, many of us are taught to numb, hide, or ignore them. This often intensifies the suffering, and also is often the only thing we know. I provide a safe space where clients can express, process, and learn about their thoughts, feelings, and emotions without judgment. I help clients to develop more workable coping skills and habits so that they can move toward their goals and live in alignment with identified values. If "being positive" hasn't worked for you, you may be in the right place.
I especially enjoy working with clients who experience issues related to eating disorders, disordered eating, developmental trauma/family of origin, emotional neglect, anxiety, and depression.
Instead of being taught how to cope skillfully with painful experiences and feelings, many of us are taught to numb, hide, or ignore them. This often intensifies the suffering, and also is often the only thing we know. I provide a safe space where clients can express, process, and learn about their thoughts, feelings, and emotions without judgment. I help clients to develop more workable coping skills and habits so that they can move toward their goals and live in alignment with identified values. If "being positive" hasn't worked for you, you may be in the right place.
Whether you are seeking therapy for eating disorders, disordered eating support, body image counseling, or help with anxiety, depression, stress, or life transitions, I offer a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges.
I specialize in supporting girls and women as they navigate complex emotions and life stages, helping them foster resilience and a stronger sense of self. My collaborative approach is warm, tailored to your unique needs and goals, and grounded in respect for your lived experiences.
Whether you are seeking therapy for eating disorders, disordered eating support, body image counseling, or help with anxiety, depression, stress, or life transitions, I offer a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges.
I specialize in supporting girls and women as they navigate complex emotions and life stages, helping them foster resilience and a stronger sense of self. My collaborative approach is warm, tailored to your unique needs and goals, and grounded in respect for your lived experiences.
My specialties include: anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, eating disorders, and body image concerns.
I believe the power of relationships is the lifeforce in our stories - we're not meant to journey alone. We are formed, hurt, and healed in relationship. Taking the deep dive into understanding yourself is incredibly brave and vulnerable. I'm honored to journey with you as a fellow human and guide in exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
My specialties include: anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, eating disorders, and body image concerns.
I believe the power of relationships is the lifeforce in our stories - we're not meant to journey alone. We are formed, hurt, and healed in relationship. Taking the deep dive into understanding yourself is incredibly brave and vulnerable. I'm honored to journey with you as a fellow human and guide in exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
I am passionate about helping any individual heal their relationship with themselves, their bodies, and food, as well as supporting caregivers and families as they navigate the challenges of eating disorders.
With years of experience working with individuals struggling with eating disorders and body image issues, I’ve seen firsthand how deeply these challenges can affect all aspects of a person’s life. I am dedicated to a holistic approach to health that considers the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—because true healing is my ultimate goal for every client.
I am passionate about helping any individual heal their relationship with themselves, their bodies, and food, as well as supporting caregivers and families as they navigate the challenges of eating disorders.
With years of experience working with individuals struggling with eating disorders and body image issues, I’ve seen firsthand how deeply these challenges can affect all aspects of a person’s life. I am dedicated to a holistic approach to health that considers the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—because true healing is my ultimate goal for every client.
I specialize in treating the full spectrum of eating disorders (e.g., Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, ARFID, OSFED, etc).
You aren’t broken. You don’t take up too much space. And you don’t have to carry this alone.
Maybe you’re tired of living in your head, obsessing over food, weight, or the way your body looks in photos. Maybe you’re caught in a cycle of restriction, bingeing, or purging. Or maybe you’re desperately trying to figure out who you are outside of the rules you were given—about your body, your worth, and who you're supposed to be.
If you're a woman in her 20s or 30s struggling with disordered eating, body image concerns, or simply trying to figure it all out in this new stage of life, you're in the right place.
I specialize in treating the full spectrum of eating disorders (e.g., Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, ARFID, OSFED, etc).
You aren’t broken. You don’t take up too much space. And you don’t have to carry this alone.
Maybe you’re tired of living in your head, obsessing over food, weight, or the way your body looks in photos. Maybe you’re caught in a cycle of restriction, bingeing, or purging. Or maybe you’re desperately trying to figure out who you are outside of the rules you were given—about your body, your worth, and who you're supposed to be.
If you're a woman in her 20s or 30s struggling with disordered eating, body image concerns, or simply trying to figure it all out in this new stage of life, you're in the right place.
I primarily work with women and girls as young as 8, suffering from eating disorders or disordered eating, experiencing body image concerns, processing their spirituality, seeking to process trauma at any level and anyone feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety and depression.
With focus on empathy, trust, and practical solutions, I offer a safe space where clients can explore their challenges and work toward lasting emotional growth and well-being. My therapeutic style is informed by my experiences working with women in a residential treatment center and is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). All of this is a fancy way of saying you will likely find me to be collaborative, resourceful, warm and direct in my therapeutic approach.
I primarily work with women and girls as young as 8, suffering from eating disorders or disordered eating, experiencing body image concerns, processing their spirituality, seeking to process trauma at any level and anyone feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety and depression.
With focus on empathy, trust, and practical solutions, I offer a safe space where clients can explore their challenges and work toward lasting emotional growth and well-being. My therapeutic style is informed by my experiences working with women in a residential treatment center and is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). All of this is a fancy way of saying you will likely find me to be collaborative, resourceful, warm and direct in my therapeutic approach.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and eating disorders.
As a member of the LGBT community, I have a special passion for serving LGBTQ clients as well as poly and kink communities. Whether you are navigating a complicated political climate, reducing shame and growing in self-acceptance, or exploring new pronouns or identity labels, I will be with you all the way!
I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship problems, and eating disorders.
As a member of the LGBT community, I have a special passion for serving LGBTQ clients as well as poly and kink communities. Whether you are navigating a complicated political climate, reducing shame and growing in self-acceptance, or exploring new pronouns or identity labels, I will be with you all the way!
Most of my clients struggle with eating disorders, anxiety, childhood trauma, body image issues, people-pleasing, self-esteem issues, perfectionism, codependency, relational issues (family, friends, romantic, sexual), and difficulty with emotional regulation.
Hi, I'm Sydney. I am passionate about working with folks who are healing from complex and relational trauma, and are addressing complicated relationships with food and their bodies. In general, I work with clients who have identified patterns or behaviors that aren’t working for them anymore. They are ready to make a change but may be unsure about where to start or what that may look like (which is where I come in!). My hope is that I can assist my clients in learning how to exist in their bodies and engage with their emotions in ways that feel safe and accessible.
Most of my clients struggle with eating disorders, anxiety, childhood trauma, body image issues, people-pleasing, self-esteem issues, perfectionism, codependency, relational issues (family, friends, romantic, sexual), and difficulty with emotional regulation.
Hi, I'm Sydney. I am passionate about working with folks who are healing from complex and relational trauma, and are addressing complicated relationships with food and their bodies. In general, I work with clients who have identified patterns or behaviors that aren’t working for them anymore. They are ready to make a change but may be unsure about where to start or what that may look like (which is where I come in!). My hope is that I can assist my clients in learning how to exist in their bodies and engage with their emotions in ways that feel safe and accessible.
I have a strong foundation in working with folks struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders and body image issues.
Book with me now by clicking on my website! We spend a lot of time identifying things that are 'wrong' with us, but what about the things that you are really kicking ass at? I want to help clients identify strengths and cultivate them so that when life is feeling really hard, you can easily call up your superpowers. I aim to bring authentic, trusting and supportive energy to everyone I encounter and foster that within others. I believe healing happens when we find balance and step outside of black and white thinking.
I have a strong foundation in working with folks struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders and body image issues.
Book with me now by clicking on my website! We spend a lot of time identifying things that are 'wrong' with us, but what about the things that you are really kicking ass at? I want to help clients identify strengths and cultivate them so that when life is feeling really hard, you can easily call up your superpowers. I aim to bring authentic, trusting and supportive energy to everyone I encounter and foster that within others. I believe healing happens when we find balance and step outside of black and white thinking.
This could include addressing trauma, shame, family of origin issues, substance abuse, eating disorders, and other issues creating distance in clients' relationships-with others and with themselves
My professional experience includes individual and group therapy in a variety of settings, including residential, intensive outpatient, and outpatient. I have specialized training in EMDR, CRM, experiential therapy, somatic experiencing, and others. This allows me to individualize the treatment methods with each client in order to meet their unique needs.
This could include addressing trauma, shame, family of origin issues, substance abuse, eating disorders, and other issues creating distance in clients' relationships-with others and with themselves
My professional experience includes individual and group therapy in a variety of settings, including residential, intensive outpatient, and outpatient. I have specialized training in EMDR, CRM, experiential therapy, somatic experiencing, and others. This allows me to individualize the treatment methods with each client in order to meet their unique needs.
I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for clients struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating.
Do you wish that food and eating didn't take up so much time and energy? Do you feel bound by stress every time you look in the mirror? If eating issues and body image distress is paramount in your life, I am here to help! I see clients that struggle with eating behaviors, including binging, restricting, purging, or simply feeling that food is a stressor that hinders them from enjoying meals on a day-to-day basis. Food isn't a problem, but you feel a lack of confidence in your appearance? I can help with that, too! Body image work is one of my specialities, as well.
I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment for clients struggling with eating disorders/disordered eating.
Do you wish that food and eating didn't take up so much time and energy? Do you feel bound by stress every time you look in the mirror? If eating issues and body image distress is paramount in your life, I am here to help! I see clients that struggle with eating behaviors, including binging, restricting, purging, or simply feeling that food is a stressor that hinders them from enjoying meals on a day-to-day basis. Food isn't a problem, but you feel a lack of confidence in your appearance? I can help with that, too! Body image work is one of my specialities, as well.
My areas of clinical expertise are eating disorders/disordered eating, anxiety, depression, co-dependence, body image issues, low self-esteem, difficulty with life transitions and LGBTQ issues.
Whether you are seeking to increase your overall well-being, improve your relationships, or are encountering significant life challenges, I am here to assist you in achieving your personal goals. It is my belief that therapy is an empowering resource that can help you re-author your life. It would be my privilege to work with you in a supportive alliance guided by open respect and acceptance. I am dedicated to providing clients with a supportive environment where therapy sessions are collaborative, engaging and tailored to the individuals unique needs. I approach our work together with curiosity, empathy and humor.
My areas of clinical expertise are eating disorders/disordered eating, anxiety, depression, co-dependence, body image issues, low self-esteem, difficulty with life transitions and LGBTQ issues.
Whether you are seeking to increase your overall well-being, improve your relationships, or are encountering significant life challenges, I am here to assist you in achieving your personal goals. It is my belief that therapy is an empowering resource that can help you re-author your life. It would be my privilege to work with you in a supportive alliance guided by open respect and acceptance. I am dedicated to providing clients with a supportive environment where therapy sessions are collaborative, engaging and tailored to the individuals unique needs. I approach our work together with curiosity, empathy and humor.
My professional areas of interest include: trauma, eating disorders/disordered eating, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, family of origin issues, relational trauma/attachment wounds, and navigating identity/life transition issues.
Operating from a holistic lens, I find it crucial to integrate the mind-body connection to facilitate personal growth and healing. I am trained in Brainspotting, trauma-informed yoga, and integrate other experiential techniques to work on mind and body connection to heal core wounds.
My professional areas of interest include: trauma, eating disorders/disordered eating, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, family of origin issues, relational trauma/attachment wounds, and navigating identity/life transition issues.
Operating from a holistic lens, I find it crucial to integrate the mind-body connection to facilitate personal growth and healing. I am trained in Brainspotting, trauma-informed yoga, and integrate other experiential techniques to work on mind and body connection to heal core wounds.
My passion is working with clients who are struggling with the effects of trauma including anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, and relationship difficulties.
The Somatic Experiencing (SE) approach releases traumatic shock, which is key to transforming PTSD and the wounds of emotional and early developmental attachment trauma. It offers a framework to assess where a person is “stuck” in the fight, flight or freeze responses and provides clinical tools to resolve these fixated physiological states.
My passion is working with clients who are struggling with the effects of trauma including anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, and relationship difficulties.
The Somatic Experiencing (SE) approach releases traumatic shock, which is key to transforming PTSD and the wounds of emotional and early developmental attachment trauma. It offers a framework to assess where a person is “stuck” in the fight, flight or freeze responses and provides clinical tools to resolve these fixated physiological states.
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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.