Eating Disorder Therapy
Eating Disorder Therapy
I have been working with eating disorders since the early 2000s, with nearly two decades of experience supporting adolescents and adults. I am considered an expert in the field, regularly studying and writing about eating disorders, and teaching at the William Alanson White Institute as part of the Steering Committee for the Eating Disorder, Compulsion, and Addictions programs.
I take an eclectic, evidence-informed approach that blends psychodynamic therapy, EMDR, and body-focused strategies. This approach addresses both the underlying causes of disordered eating and the impact on the body and nervous system, helping clients develop a healthier relationship with food, movement, and their bodies.
I work with clients to cultivate balance and flexibility around food, supporting enjoyment without guilt or restriction. My practice is open to those with a diagnosed eating disorder as well as those who want to reduce stress or rigidity around food. I also work with families who are looking for guidance in supporting a loved one navigating disordered eating.
Over-Exercising
Excessive exercise can become a compulsion that interferes with daily life, emotional regulation, and overall wellbeing. While not always linked to an eating disorder, it is often tied to body image or self-criticism. Together, we can explore ways to integrate movement that feels enjoyable and supportive, without being driven by anxiety or perfectionism.
Note for athletes: If you are an athlete or active individual struggling with food, body image, or performance, see our specialized page: [Eating Disorders and Athletes →].
FAQs About Eating Disorder Therapy
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Everyone is individual, while Stephanie does use behavioral approaches, more robust psychodynamic therapies can take time.
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Stephanie works closely with many Registered Dietitians in the area, if a meal plan is needed Stephanie will connect you with a RD. Stephanie and the RD will work closely together to set you up for success.
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Yes. While exercise is not therapy (that’s what we’re here for), it can be extremely therapeutic. I’ll help you develop a practice that empowers you to move mindfully in a way that feels good without putting the focus on the size of your body.
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This is an approach to eating where all foods fit without shame or guilt. There are no “good” or “bad” foods. The goal is freedom and flexibility instead of a particular way of eating or being. It also takes into consideration cultural differences in terms of the way people eat.
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Intuitive Eating is a ten step approach to rejecting the diet mentality through connection with your body. It’s about healing your relationship with food so you can become more attuned to your body’s needs instead of dictating your food choices through dieting and preconceived notions.
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The first official principles were based on shared understandings of the original steering committee of the Associate for Size Diversity and Health (ASDAH), an international non-profit committed to size inclusivity in health. Today, the approach is a continuously evolving alternative to the weight-centered approach to treating clients and patients of all sizes.
I invite you to read more about ASDAH’s HAES principles at asdah.org.