Do you ever feel out of control around food? Do you skip meals—or rigidly restrict what you eat? Are you constantly thinking about your body, weight, or how to “make up” for what you ate?
Many people are familiar with eating disorders, but disordered eating can be harder to recognize. It’s not a formal diagnosis, but rather a pattern of thoughts and behaviors around food, eating, and body image that can interfere with daily life. And for teens, young adults, or parents watching someone they love struggle, it can feel confusing and overwhelming.
Disordered eating can look like:
- Frequent dieting or obsessive calorie counting
- Skipping meals or rigid food rules
- Guilt, shame, or anxiety about eating
- Compulsive or punishing exercise
- Bingeing and/or purging
- Tying self-worth to weight or appearance
- Avoiding social events due to food-related anxiety
Even if these behaviors don’t meet the criteria for a diagnosable eating disorder, they can still take a serious toll—emotionally, mentally, and physically. They can impact your ability to focus, connect with others, care for your body, and enjoy life. And when left unaddressed, they may progress into more serious patterns.
The good news? Help is available.
Whether you're a teen trying to understand your relationship with food, a young adult navigating independence, or a parent looking for support—you're not alone, and recovery is possible.
I offer evidence-based treatment options, including:
- Family-Based Therapy (FBT) for adolescents
- Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-E) for individualized support
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies for emotional regulation and self-compassion
Let’s take the next step—together. Schedule a free 15-minute Discovery Call to see how we can support your healing and growth.