Eating Disorders Therapists in Delaware
Integrated Psychological & Behavioral Hlth Srvs
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Christiana, DE 19702
I work with patients presenting with a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief and loss and more.
I work with patients presenting with a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief and loss and more.
Carol Ann Bridgman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wilmington, DE 19810
It takes courage to seek outside assistance. I offer an attentive, personal, and supportive environment and approach to behavioral health treatment. Most of my experience is with adolescents and eating disorders. I subscribe to a Health At Every Size philosophy with a feminist underpinning. I look at the systems and environmental factors contributing to your mental health, as well as, assist you to seek within yourself for your strength and resilience.
It takes courage to seek outside assistance. I offer an attentive, personal, and supportive environment and approach to behavioral health treatment. Most of my experience is with adolescents and eating disorders. I subscribe to a Health At Every Size philosophy with a feminist underpinning. I look at the systems and environmental factors contributing to your mental health, as well as, assist you to seek within yourself for your strength and resilience.
Mel Strunk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I offer therapy to those struggling with a range of life stressors. I specialize in treating eating disorders, negative body image, and poor self esteem. I also offer support around anxiety, depression, life transitions and family and relationship issues. I work with individuals 18 years old and above. I provide a safe and comfortable environment where my clients can explore their feelings and emotions in a nonjudgemental atmosphere. Poor body image can be hard to deal with. If you have an issue with food, weight, or are unhappy with the way you look, contact me.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I offer therapy to those struggling with a range of life stressors. I specialize in treating eating disorders, negative body image, and poor self esteem. I also offer support around anxiety, depression, life transitions and family and relationship issues. I work with individuals 18 years old and above. I provide a safe and comfortable environment where my clients can explore their feelings and emotions in a nonjudgemental atmosphere. Poor body image can be hard to deal with. If you have an issue with food, weight, or are unhappy with the way you look, contact me.
Dr. Stephanie Higgins
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19810 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, perinatal mental health and infertility, and other mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I am a psychologist and the founder of Evolution Psychology, LLC and am happy to welcome you to the start or continuation of your mental health journey! I know that reaching out for support can be challenging, and I aim to be responsive and supportive as you take a step towards wellness. I work from an inclusive, culturally-sensitive, Health At Every Size (HAES) framework and strive to create a space where individuals can be seen and accepted as they are.
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, perinatal mental health and infertility, and other mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I am a psychologist and the founder of Evolution Psychology, LLC and am happy to welcome you to the start or continuation of your mental health journey! I know that reaching out for support can be challenging, and I aim to be responsive and supportive as you take a step towards wellness. I work from an inclusive, culturally-sensitive, Health At Every Size (HAES) framework and strive to create a space where individuals can be seen and accepted as they are.
Karen Russo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19808
I have been a psychologist for 30 years. I have a very client centered and interactive, accepting approach. I have a large array of skills, including CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness to name a few. I work with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, couples issues and body focused repetitive behaviors.
I have been a psychologist for 30 years. I have a very client centered and interactive, accepting approach. I have a large array of skills, including CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness to name a few. I work with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, couples issues and body focused repetitive behaviors.
Mary C Quigley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milton, DE 19968 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with couples, families, and individuals. My specialties include grief counseling, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and couples conflict. I have over 30 years of experience working with young adults in university settings and with individuals and couples in private practice. I have been the head clinician in an eating disorder and mood disorder clinic at a major university. I am particularly interested in working with clients who are struggling with low self worth and self loathing. I also have an expertise in working with gay couples.
I enjoy working with couples, families, and individuals. My specialties include grief counseling, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and couples conflict. I have over 30 years of experience working with young adults in university settings and with individuals and couples in private practice. I have been the head clinician in an eating disorder and mood disorder clinic at a major university. I am particularly interested in working with clients who are struggling with low self worth and self loathing. I also have an expertise in working with gay couples.
Melissa C Harrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Newark, DE 19711
My therapeutic orientation is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy which leads treatment for Depression, Bulimia, &Binge Eating Disorder.
I strive to provide efficient and effective treatment to meet the needs of each individual client while ensuring a warm, safe, and friendly environment. In addition to an inviting environment and a strong focus on outcomes, I value a collaborative approach and a strong relationship in therapy. Although I am the expert in helping people, you are the expert on you. This philosophy allows the client to feel responsible for his or her own successes and stay accountable for progress. My therapy is goal focused, fosters change, empirically supported, supportive, and incorporates an overall goal to attain balance and wellness.
My therapeutic orientation is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy which leads treatment for Depression, Bulimia, &Binge Eating Disorder.
I strive to provide efficient and effective treatment to meet the needs of each individual client while ensuring a warm, safe, and friendly environment. In addition to an inviting environment and a strong focus on outcomes, I value a collaborative approach and a strong relationship in therapy. Although I am the expert in helping people, you are the expert on you. This philosophy allows the client to feel responsible for his or her own successes and stay accountable for progress. My therapy is goal focused, fosters change, empirically supported, supportive, and incorporates an overall goal to attain balance and wellness.
Landrigan Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dover, DE 19901 (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting adolescents and adults facing a spectrum of challenges, from anxiety and depression to substance abuse, eating disorders, trauma symptoms, and relationship issues.
If you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or behaviors that are hurting you, I am here to help! My name is Melissa Landrigan and I am a licensed clinical social worker and focus on helping individuals find the tools to begin healing and develop self compassion. If you are looking for a space to navigate stormy seas or life’s twists and turns, this space is for you.
I specialize in supporting adolescents and adults facing a spectrum of challenges, from anxiety and depression to substance abuse, eating disorders, trauma symptoms, and relationship issues.
If you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or behaviors that are hurting you, I am here to help! My name is Melissa Landrigan and I am a licensed clinical social worker and focus on helping individuals find the tools to begin healing and develop self compassion. If you are looking for a space to navigate stormy seas or life’s twists and turns, this space is for you.
Abby Emmert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Dover, DE 19901 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Abby! My passion for treating eating disorders and OCD comes from my own journey to recovery. I love working with people that want to make change but are struggling with where to start. If you struggle with intrusive thoughts, ruminating thoughts, find yourself on an endless cycle of diets or hating your body, labeling foods good or bad and feeling guilty after you eat, or are struggling with understanding what thoughts you can believe and which ones you can't...then you came to the right place! I believe whole heartedly that you can recover from these disorders, and I am passionate about helping others do just that.
Hi, I'm Abby! My passion for treating eating disorders and OCD comes from my own journey to recovery. I love working with people that want to make change but are struggling with where to start. If you struggle with intrusive thoughts, ruminating thoughts, find yourself on an endless cycle of diets or hating your body, labeling foods good or bad and feeling guilty after you eat, or are struggling with understanding what thoughts you can believe and which ones you can't...then you came to the right place! I believe whole heartedly that you can recover from these disorders, and I am passionate about helping others do just that.
Insights Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMH, CSTIP, TCT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19806 (Online Only)
It has been my pleasure to have helped clients overcome eating disorders, learn to control OCD, anxiety and depression, raise their self-esteem and improve their relationships.
Life is hard! We all struggle at some point along the way. The good news is that with support and the right tools we can make it through difficult times so that we can experience the joy that living also brings. Healing and personal growth begin with insights. Our goal at Insights Counseling is to help you gain personal insights that will help you make meaningful changes in your life and relationships. Our deepest desire is for you to LOVE you; after that, it's a piece of cake.
It has been my pleasure to have helped clients overcome eating disorders, learn to control OCD, anxiety and depression, raise their self-esteem and improve their relationships.
Life is hard! We all struggle at some point along the way. The good news is that with support and the right tools we can make it through difficult times so that we can experience the joy that living also brings. Healing and personal growth begin with insights. Our goal at Insights Counseling is to help you gain personal insights that will help you make meaningful changes in your life and relationships. Our deepest desire is for you to LOVE you; after that, it's a piece of cake.
Nancy C Weinstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newark, DE 19711
In my 23 years of practice, I have helped people suffering from problems such as depression, anxiety, sexual abuse, family issues, eating disorders. I believe that each individual is unique, and that understanding a person's pain is crucial in helping people feel better, grow, and develop into a person who believes in his or her self. I also believe that trust and respect in the therapeutic relationship are essential to enable and promote change. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you. You can also feel free to call me at 302-738-3739 to talk with me about your concerns.
In my 23 years of practice, I have helped people suffering from problems such as depression, anxiety, sexual abuse, family issues, eating disorders. I believe that each individual is unique, and that understanding a person's pain is crucial in helping people feel better, grow, and develop into a person who believes in his or her self. I also believe that trust and respect in the therapeutic relationship are essential to enable and promote change. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you. You can also feel free to call me at 302-738-3739 to talk with me about your concerns.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPCMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgemoor, DE 19809
I specialize in helping individuals, children, & families w/ stress/anxiety, PTSD grief, trauma, anger management, abuse, eating disorders, behavioral problems (ADD/ADHD, ODD) etc.
Most of us face struggles at some point in our lives and these struggles may include stress at work, difficulty with a relationship, or family problems. Struggles may include emotional symptoms such as depression or anxiety, behavioral problems such as having difficulty throwing useless items away or even drinking alcohol too often, and/or cognitive symptoms such as repetitive upsetting thoughts or uncontrolled worry to name a few. Sometimes, life's struggles can be eased by talking with a supportive friend/family member, but when this doesn't resolve the issue, it makes sense to seek a qualified therapist like myself.
I specialize in helping individuals, children, & families w/ stress/anxiety, PTSD grief, trauma, anger management, abuse, eating disorders, behavioral problems (ADD/ADHD, ODD) etc.
Most of us face struggles at some point in our lives and these struggles may include stress at work, difficulty with a relationship, or family problems. Struggles may include emotional symptoms such as depression or anxiety, behavioral problems such as having difficulty throwing useless items away or even drinking alcohol too often, and/or cognitive symptoms such as repetitive upsetting thoughts or uncontrolled worry to name a few. Sometimes, life's struggles can be eased by talking with a supportive friend/family member, but when this doesn't resolve the issue, it makes sense to seek a qualified therapist like myself.
Darlene Jordan, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, DE 19807
I enjoy working with teens, adults of all ages, and couples who experience anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, identity issues, impulsivity, life transition, panic, perfectionism, self compassion concerns, sensory issues, stress and/or trauma. My ideal client is open to pushing themselves past their comfort zone to take their lives from being comfortably numb to flourishing. My ideal client is ready to do the work necessary to improve their lives and expect positive results that come from doing introspective work. My Mission is to help my clients reach their fullest potential and become the best people they can be.
I enjoy working with teens, adults of all ages, and couples who experience anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, identity issues, impulsivity, life transition, panic, perfectionism, self compassion concerns, sensory issues, stress and/or trauma. My ideal client is open to pushing themselves past their comfort zone to take their lives from being comfortably numb to flourishing. My ideal client is ready to do the work necessary to improve their lives and expect positive results that come from doing introspective work. My Mission is to help my clients reach their fullest potential and become the best people they can be.
Kris Bronson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wilmington, DE 19810
Licensed Psychologist / Career Development Specialist. I provide individual counseling and psychotherapy, working with clients across the life-span treating stress, depression, anxiety, insomnia, eating disorders, relationship issues, and adjustment to change. I believe that a strong working relationship between therapist and client is essential to promote change and healing. My therapeutic style is collaborative and active, including support and empathy as well as cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness approaches. Many clients say that they appreciate my focus on identifying and working toward their goals.
Licensed Psychologist / Career Development Specialist. I provide individual counseling and psychotherapy, working with clients across the life-span treating stress, depression, anxiety, insomnia, eating disorders, relationship issues, and adjustment to change. I believe that a strong working relationship between therapist and client is essential to promote change and healing. My therapeutic style is collaborative and active, including support and empathy as well as cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness approaches. Many clients say that they appreciate my focus on identifying and working toward their goals.
Caroline Brown
MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19803
I specialize in working with clients experience eating disorders, food and body image concerns, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Welcome! I’m glad you're here! Choosing to begin therapy is not an easy decision. It takes courage to address challenges we are experiencing and choose to make changes in our lives. As a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), my goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for you to share your thoughts and feelings. I am here to be by your side as you discover underlying thoughts and prior experiences that may be influencing your day-to-day life. I can help you process these prior experiences and challenge the thoughts surrounding them.
I specialize in working with clients experience eating disorders, food and body image concerns, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Welcome! I’m glad you're here! Choosing to begin therapy is not an easy decision. It takes courage to address challenges we are experiencing and choose to make changes in our lives. As a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), my goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for you to share your thoughts and feelings. I am here to be by your side as you discover underlying thoughts and prior experiences that may be influencing your day-to-day life. I can help you process these prior experiences and challenge the thoughts surrounding them.
Willow Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPMHC, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dover, DE 19901
At Willow Counseling Services, we understand the profound impact that fertility, perinatal, and women's health challenges can have on the fabric of everyday lives. We acknowledge that the journey through these experiences is anything but simple, and the well-meaning yet inadequate advice to 'just relax' fails to address the intricate emotional and psychological complexities that often arise. We're thrilled to announce an expansion of our services beyond perinatal mental health and women's health. We now include expertise in managing generalized anxiety, depression, OCD, Adult ADHD, eating disorders, and trauma-related stressors.
At Willow Counseling Services, we understand the profound impact that fertility, perinatal, and women's health challenges can have on the fabric of everyday lives. We acknowledge that the journey through these experiences is anything but simple, and the well-meaning yet inadequate advice to 'just relax' fails to address the intricate emotional and psychological complexities that often arise. We're thrilled to announce an expansion of our services beyond perinatal mental health and women's health. We now include expertise in managing generalized anxiety, depression, OCD, Adult ADHD, eating disorders, and trauma-related stressors.
Kiera Olsen
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Dover, DE 19901
As a counselor, I aim to help individuals across the lifespan who are courageously navigating the complex terrain of mental health challenges. This includes children, adolescents, and adults grappling with a multitude of issues, ranging from addiction and eating disorders to trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. Each client I work with is on a unique journey, but they all share a common thread – a desire for healing, growth, and a renewed sense of well-being.
As a counselor, I aim to help individuals across the lifespan who are courageously navigating the complex terrain of mental health challenges. This includes children, adolescents, and adults grappling with a multitude of issues, ranging from addiction and eating disorders to trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. Each client I work with is on a unique journey, but they all share a common thread – a desire for healing, growth, and a renewed sense of well-being.
Anne Mondell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19810
I have experience working with eating disorders as well.
It is a difficult decision to begin therapy especially for adolescents and young adults. I feel that developing a relationship is essential because no one shares their personal thoughts with someone they don’t trust. I believe in short term, solution based therapy with specific goals and direction. Therapy is not magic and succeeds when the therapist and client are working for the same goal. I am a social worker who has worked with adolescents and their families for many years, primarily in the high school setting. I also enjoy working with adults who are motivated to make changes in their lives.
I have experience working with eating disorders as well.
It is a difficult decision to begin therapy especially for adolescents and young adults. I feel that developing a relationship is essential because no one shares their personal thoughts with someone they don’t trust. I believe in short term, solution based therapy with specific goals and direction. Therapy is not magic and succeeds when the therapist and client are working for the same goal. I am a social worker who has worked with adolescents and their families for many years, primarily in the high school setting. I also enjoy working with adults who are motivated to make changes in their lives.
Megan Lynn Mullins
Counselor, LCPC, LPCMH, ACE CPT, Pn1
Verified Verified
Newark, DE 19711
Waitlist for new clients
I have expertise in helping clients in healing from PTSD and complex trauma, attachment wounding/relationship issues, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, anxiety/OCD, eating disorders, performance anxiety/sports psych issues, self-esteem issues and grief.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience. I specialize in the use of EMDR, BSP (Brain Spotting), Internal Family Systems Therapy as well as RLT, AEDP, DBT, and ERP. I am also an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Precision Nutrition Certified Nutrition Coach. As a former D1 athlete, my approach to psychotherapy is a holistic one. My clients have specifically appreciated the rate at which they are able to experience benefits from therapy. I work out of two offices, one on Main Street in Newark (within walking distance of University of Delaware), the other in Elkton.
I have expertise in helping clients in healing from PTSD and complex trauma, attachment wounding/relationship issues, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, anxiety/OCD, eating disorders, performance anxiety/sports psych issues, self-esteem issues and grief.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience. I specialize in the use of EMDR, BSP (Brain Spotting), Internal Family Systems Therapy as well as RLT, AEDP, DBT, and ERP. I am also an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Precision Nutrition Certified Nutrition Coach. As a former D1 athlete, my approach to psychotherapy is a holistic one. My clients have specifically appreciated the rate at which they are able to experience benefits from therapy. I work out of two offices, one on Main Street in Newark (within walking distance of University of Delaware), the other in Elkton.
Cherie Weiss
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wilmington, DE 19803
I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career/life transitions, and women's health issues including eating disorders, infertility, pregnancy loss, and menopause.
I deeply value my relationships with clients and believe that significant healing occurs in the context of a safe, supportive environment. I empower clients to look honestly at difficult issues and make the changes necessary to enhance their lives. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort where I help client's access inner strengths and resources. We work together to get past barriers that are keeping you stuck in unproductive behavior patterns and unsatisfying relationships. The process of therapy often leads to greater self-awareness and self-acceptance, new ways of coping with life's challenges, and more fulfilling relationships.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career/life transitions, and women's health issues including eating disorders, infertility, pregnancy loss, and menopause.
I deeply value my relationships with clients and believe that significant healing occurs in the context of a safe, supportive environment. I empower clients to look honestly at difficult issues and make the changes necessary to enhance their lives. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort where I help client's access inner strengths and resources. We work together to get past barriers that are keeping you stuck in unproductive behavior patterns and unsatisfying relationships. The process of therapy often leads to greater self-awareness and self-acceptance, new ways of coping with life's challenges, and more fulfilling relationships.
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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.