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Struggling With Eating Disorders? Reclaim Your Life!
Are you struggling with food behaviours that are taking a toll on your physical and emotional well-being? Do you find it challenging to have a positive relationship with food and your body? Do you need techniques to tame your inner critic? Would having anxiety strategies be helpful? Eating disorders can have devastating effects on your life, affecting your relationships, your self-esteem, and your overall health. At Healing Voices Psychotherapy, our eating disorders therapists specialize in eating disorders therapy to help you break free from your challenges and embrace a life of greater ease and fulfillment.
Eating Disorders Are Common!
Learn To Understand Your Eating Disorder!
Many individuals who have an eating disorder don’t really understand it, which can leave you confused about how it started and struggling to manage your symptoms in a healthy manner. Eating disorder therapy offers the opportunity for you to gain insights into the roots of your eating disorder, empowering you to identify and address the eating disorder symptoms that once controlled your behaviour by teaching you healthier coping mechanisms. Unhealthy food behaviours can result from stress in life, or a sense of loss of control. The first step is recognizing your eating disorder symptoms and actively choosing new ways of coping with your emotions. Seeking eating disorders therapy can help you create a mental health toolkit of effective coping strategies to help you manage your eating disorders triggers and bring greater ease to your life.
Understanding that an eating disorder is more than just food habits is very important. Eating disorders are diagnosable mental health conditions that can have a profound effect on you. Gaining more tools in the mental health toolkit you’ll create with your therapist reduces your risk of relapse, and supports reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder. By reaching out to Healing Voices Psychotherapy you will receive support in creating effective strategies specifically for how your food behaviour shows up and any other mental health symptoms you experience that interfere with your peace and freedom.
Eating disorders often involve secrecy, and feelings of despair and isolation. Binge eating, purging, over exercising, vomiting and food restriction can be involved. Seeking eating disorder therapy allows you to feel you are not alone, and validates how hard it is to manage eating disorders.
Eating disorders are more common than people realize, with a significant number of cases reported in Ontario. * As many as 1 in 4 girls in Ontario experience at least one symptom of an eating disorder, and 23%-25% of boys were reported to experience food problems including binge eating or food restriction.* Approximately 1 million Canadians have been diagnosed with eating disorders. Contributing factors leading to eating disorders include genetic predisposition, chaotic childhood environments, societal pressures, and emotional trauma.
Eating Disorders Therapy Can Help Bring New Hope and Happiness To Your Life!
Eating disorders therapy at Healing Voices Psychotherapy offers a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore the underlying factors contributing to your eating problems. Your eating disorder therapist will teach you tools and strategies to cope with your difficult emotions, thoughts, and behaviours to help you make lasting positive change. In your therapy sessions you will learn to identify the core issues underlying your eating disorder, explore emotional triggers, and develop healthy coping strategies. Your therapist will use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Positive Psychology, and Gestalt Therapy to help you regain control over your eating disorder and develop a healthier relationship with food and your body.
Healing is Possible!
There is hope! Healing and recovery are possible with the right support and guidance. Our therapists are committed to helping you achieve a healthier relationship with food and your body, leading to a more fulfilling life.
Reach out us to get started today!
Our Eating Disorder Therapist
Hello, I'm Dr. Julie Lewis, a compassionate psychotherapist specializing in eating disorder therapy. If you're battling with disordered eating patterns, whether it's anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, or any related issues, I'm here to provide you with the support and tools you need to reclaim control over your life.
Drawing from evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), my approach focuses on creating a nurturing and non-judgmental space where healing can take place. I understand the complexities and challenges that come with eating disorders, and my goal is to empower you to break free from destructive habits and cultivate a healthier relationship with food and your body.
With dedication and empathy, I am committed to guiding you towards recovery and helping you rediscover your strength and resilience. Together, we will explore the underlying factors contributing to your eating disorder and develop personalized strategies to promote lasting change and foster a positive relationship with food and self-image.
Take the courageous step towards healing by reaching out to schedule a consultation today. You don't have to face this journey alone. Let's work together towards a brighter, healthier future.
Addressing Questions and Concerns
How do I know if your clinic can help me?
Our clinic specializes in eating disorders therapy for individuals experiencing mild to moderate eating problems. If you are medically stable and do not require a feeding or inpatient program, eating disorders therapy can be beneficial for your needs.
What if I’m afraid I can’t overcome my eating disorder?
It is natural to feel concerned when seeking therapy for eating disorders. Your therapist will work with you at your pace, providing understanding, support, and evidence-based strategies to help you progress towards healing and recovery.
What should I expect in the process of therapy?
In your initial session your therapist will explain the therapy process, confidentiality, and your rights. Subsequent sessions will help you to explore your unique challenges and develop personalized strategies to support your healing journey.
Reclaim Your Life - Begin Healing Today!
If eating disorders have taken control of your life, you don't have to face it alone! At Healing Voices Psychotherapy, our eating disorders therapists are dedicated to helping you build a healthier relationship with food, body, and self. Call us at 705-715-9107 for a free 15-minute phone or virtual consultation, or click Book Now to schedule your first online eating disorders therapy session.
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