Anorexia

• Do you constantly think about food,weight and calories?
• Do you limit the amount and types of food you eat?
• Do you have rituals around food and exercise that interfere with your social life?
• Does your self worth and mood depend on the number on the scale?

Anorexia Nervosa is a potentially life-threatening eating disorder which is characterized by self-starvation, excessive weight loss, and negative body image. Some people with anorexia lose weight by dieting and exercising excessively; others lose weight by self-induced vomiting, or misusing laxatives or diet pills. Anorexia has the highest fatality rate among all mental health disorders.

The sooner you seek help for you or your loved one, the better the prognosis.

• Osteoporosis
• Amenorrhea, loss of menstrual cycle
• Irregular heart rhythms; heart failure
• Dehydration, resulting in kidney damage
• Insomnia
• Dry hair and skin; hair loss
• Constantly feeling cold
• Anxiety and depression
• Low self-esteem

Specialized eating disorder treatment for Anorexia is crucial to regain psychological and physical health and wellness. Effective therapy aims to develop a healthier body image, build self-worth, normalize eating behavior and improve physical health. I often work with other care providers in a multidisciplinary approach. Collaborative care providers offer expert nutritional guidance, physical health care and medication management as needed so that my clients receive the very best care depending on their needs and treatment goals. Treatment heals depression, anxiety, perfectionism and other forms of psychological distress that often co-occur with anorexia. Treatment leads to overall improvement in emotional and psychological well-being.

Clients benefit from the combination of evidence-based treatment approaches in my work including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) , Family Systems and Family Behavioral Therapy (FBT).

I provide a comprehensive and personalized therapy experience that addresses the root causes of anorexia nervosa and supports lasting change. My goal is to help you develop a healthier relationship with food, your body, and yourself, fostering a positive self-image and enhancing your overall quality of life.

If you or a loved one is suffering from anorexia, please know that help is available. Eating disorder recovery is possible. There is hope! I have worked with individuals and families for the past 30 years to help free them and their loved ones from the grip of this devastating illness.