Therapy for Disordered Eating In Huntersville
And virtually across North Carolina
Break free from the yo-yo diet cycle for good.
Disordered eating is often about more than just food.
Often times, there’s underlying fears and anxiety around eating, weight gain, body shape, and self-worth. You may notice that you’re enforcing rigid food rules and rituals that makes it feel impossible to enjoy eating. Maybe you’ve avoiding going out for meals with friends and family to avoid comments. This can further increase feelings of shame and guilt, and lead to being secretive around your eating habits. Whether you’re struggling with your relationship with food, experiencing disordered eating behaviors, or you’re stepping down from an in-patient program, having the right support is crucial to your recovery.
Disordered eating and an eating disorder: what’s the difference?
Disordered eating is an umbrella term that can be applied to several types of unhealthy behaviors or thoughts surrounding food. This can look like skipping a meal to “save calories” for later, labeling certain foods as “good or bad”, and following strict food rules. All of these behaviors can lead to distress or anxiety around food and eating. The main difference between disordered eating and an eating disorder lies in the frequency, duration and severity of symptoms. While disordered eating isn’t an official diagnosis, it still can affect overall physical and mental wellbeing. Not everyone fits into a box with their symptoms, but having the right tools and support is still a vital part of building a healthier relationship with food and yourself. Learn more about lesser known types of eating disorders and disordered eating patterns here.
How therapy can help
Healing your relationship with food isn’t something you need to do alone. I will help connect you with a dietician and physician, and work closely with them to ensure wrap around care.. Therapy will focus on learning and practicing coping skills to manage distressing emotions and situations. Together we’ll work to heal your relationship with food and your body by learning to trust yourself and building a network of support. Beyond just treating the symptoms, we’ll work together to identify the root cause so you can fully heal.
You’re at a medically stable level and not in need of more intensive care
You’re unsure if you need a higher level of care and want to be assessed by a professional
You’ve been assessed and didn’t receive a diagnosis for an eating disorder but are still experiencing distressing symptoms
You’ve stepped down from an in-patient (PHP or IOP) program and want continued support
Certain aspects of your eating disorder weren’t thoroughly addressed in treatment
This may be a good fit for you if…
FAQs about disordered eating therapy
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In our first session, we’ll assess the frequency, severity, and duration of your symptoms. If it is determined a higher level of care needed, I will help you through the referral process. Learn more about the different levels of care here.
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From an emotional standpoint, this can look like feeling less distress around your body, food, and eating. This can also look like engaging in healthy coping skills.
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My goal is to provide a space to process the underlying emotions surrounding disordered eating thoughts and behaviors. I encourage you to also work with a dietitian, who I will work collaboratively with on your care.
