Eating Disorders therapists in Florence, Arizona AZ
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Eating Disorders
Dr. Taylor Larsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, NCC, CTP
We specialize in CBT, CPT, EMDR, Trauma, ACT, and DBT to assist individuals with managing and recovering from their eating disorders.
8 Years Experience
Online in Florence, Arizona (Online Only)
Eating Disorders
Michael Klinkner
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
The reasons for and effects of eating disorders are unique and complex. They require lots of special training and holistic approach. I have years of training and experience in working with eating disorders. I work to help clients address their issues from a variety of different angles and determine the underlying causes behind the problems.
25 Years Experience
In-Person Near Florence, AZ
Online in Florence, Arizona
Eating Disorders
Claire Karakey
Therapist, LPC, MC
Individuals experiencing Eating Disorders have an obsessive focus on food and are critical of their bodies to an extent that affects their daily lives. Age, gender, genetics, stress, and even certain vocations can lend to an eating disorder. For example, a runner or gymnast may be more disposed to an eating disorder – teenagers and young adults struggling with social pressures or individuals experiencing divorce or career changes are also prone to developing problematic eating habits. These individuals are generally attempting to cope with their overwhelming feelings and painful emotions by controlling what they ingest.
There are several types of eating disorders with varied actions and effects. Anorexia Nervosa is a severe restriction of food and overexercising causing the individual to become very thin and malnourished. Bulimia Nervosa is a cycle of binging on large amounts of food then purging the calories by vomiting, laxatives, and excessive exercise. Binge Eating Disorder (BED) involves binge eating without purging and they can’t seem to stop eating even when overly full, then they feel guilty and embarrassed by the situation. Other eating disorders include Pica, Rumination Disorder, Avoidant/Restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), Night Eating Syndrome (NES), and Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED).
An individual with an eating disorder can recover and learn to have a healthy relationship with food again. It is helpful to recognize the signs and get treatment as early as possible. Medical doctors should also be consulted in addition to a therapist to ensure nutritional needs are being met for optimal health and general wellbeing. Family support is also helpful, especially when an adolescent or young adult is being treated.
9 Years Experience
Online in Florence, Arizona
Eating Disorders
Heidi Ison
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, QSP, BCD
Food and body rules and rituals can take over our daily life whether through food restriction or compulsive exercise. RO DBT treats eating disorders by breaking down habitual body focused behaviors and building stronger connections to create a 'life worth sharing.'
17 Years Experience
Online in Florence, Arizona
Eating Disorders
Maria T. Alonso, Ph.D.
Psychologist
When working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, I recognize that recovery often requires a multidisciplinary team approach to address the complex and multifaceted nature of their challenges. In therapy, I integrate a variety of techniques, including psychodynamic therapy to explore underlying emotional issues and unresolved conflicts that may contribute to the disorder. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors related to food and body image. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is another key tool that I employ to assist clients in developing emotional regulation and coping skills. My goal is to empower individuals by helping them reclaim their lives, offering them hope and practical strategies for recovery. By combining these evidence-based approaches within a supportive framework, I strive to provide clients with the tools they need to step into recovery with confidence and resilience.
27 Years Experience
Online in Florence, Arizona