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It can be tough to cultivate and maintain a healthy relationship with food. That’s why millions of people deal with eating disorders. If an eating disorder is negatively affecting your life, it’s time to get professional counseling from an eating disorder therapist.

Whether you are located in downtown University Park, the suburbs of University Park, other nearby places such as Matteson, Monee, or anywhere else in Illinois, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs of an Eating Disorder

There are many types of eating disorders that present in various ways. Here are the signs associated with some of the most common eating disorders:

  • Anorexia: being underweight, having your self-esteem tied to your weight, restrictive eating, fear of gaining weight.
  • Binge eating disorder: recurring binging episodes, lack of control over how much you eat during a binge.
  • Bulimia: Binge eating, purging, fear of gaining weight.
  • Orthorexia: An unhealthy obsession with healthy eating.
  • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID): weight loss, avoidance of food, food restriction, abnormal eating habits.

Read this article by licensed therapist Allison Summer to learn about the role a distorted body image plays in eating disorders and how to overcome it.

Get Eating Disorder Counseling Today!

Left untreated, eating disorders can get worse and worse. So, it’s best to address unhealthy eating habits at their onset. Mental Health Match can help you find an eating disorder therapist to help you discover the reason(s) behind your eating habits, understand your relationship with food, learn new thought patterns and behaviors, and reach your personal goals. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

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I tend to approach treatment from a biopsychosocial perspective, utilizing the neurobiology of the brain to connect more deeply with symptoms. This helps to educate clients while promoting deeper, more meaningful paths to healing.

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Did you know that trying to get rid of difficult thoughts and feelings can actually cause them to stay around longer? The skills that are taught by our therapists support people with developing new ways of relating to thoughts and feelings.

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Your good days, your bad days, your even worst days... and all of the ordinary days in between, let's chat about them. Life is hard, being a human can be really hard - but we don't always need to be suffering. Let's work together to better your days


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You will feel safe, comfortable and heard when you are in session. Not all sessions will be easy, I know that this is hard for you - but before you know it, you'll find yourself smiling more often than before. I am here to support AND challenge you!

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  • Codependency
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  • Domestic Violence
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  • Emotional Eating
  • Family Trauma
  • Functional Anxiety
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief from Losing a Pet
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  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
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  • Seasonal Depression
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We will develop new insights and self awareness. This might include clarifying values, understanding relationship dynamics, or recognizing the impact past experiences have on current functioning. New insights provide direction for needed change.

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My approach to therapy is client centered and begins with a conversation to get to know you, your history, identities, struggles and strengths. Therapy begins as you are able to trust me and the process and honestly share your thoughts and feelings.

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