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Eating disorder therapy is a specialized approach aimed at assisting those who are grappling with a range of eating disorders. These disorders are significant mental health conditions characterized by irregular or unhealthy eating patterns and an intense focus on body weight and shape. Common conditions addressed in Eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID).
At Thriveworks, Eating disorders begins with a thorough assessment and personalized treatment plan. Central to eating disorder therapy is psychotherapy, often employing cognitive behavioral therapy and other specialized techniques to target negative thought patterns.
The signs of an eating disorder can include:
CBT’s remission rate, according to some research, is generally between 50-30% for those seeking assistance for eating disorder symptoms.
The recovery rate for those seeking assistance with eating disorders depends entirely on the individual’s involvement in sessions, the severity of their symptoms, and their willingness to change their eating habits and relationship with food.
Eating disorder therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of Eating disorders will vary from one person to the next, dependent on their specific needs. Your therapist can help to determine what might be most beneficial for you.
Treatment for eating disorders may include both medication and psychological intervention, both inpatient and outpatient care. Anyone who struggles with any form of eating disorder is a unique individual and needs unique care. Many times, the first step is asking for help.
If you are ready to reach out, eating disorder counselors at Thriveworks Counseling in Jacksonville, FL are ready to help. Our therapists and counselors understand the medical risks that eating disorders bring, and we have helped many clients find the right recovery plan.
When people struggle with bulimia or anorexia or any eating disorder, well-intentioned family members and friends may compliment them on how skinny and healthy they look. Most people think losing weight or being skinny is always a good and healthy choice, but this is a myth that minimizes the serious risks of eating disorders. Anorexia and bulimia pose serious risks for people’s health.
Anorexia may raise a person’s risk for the following medical conditions:
Bulimia may raise a person’s risk for these medical conditions: gastric rupture, tooth decay, electrolyte imbalance, gastroesophageal reflux disease, kidney damage, ulcers, and heart failure.
While eating disorders come in all shapes and sizes, two of the most common are anorexia and bulimia. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) gives the diagnostics for recognizing each. Although there is overlap, bulimia and anorexia are distinct and separate illnesses.
The diagnostics for anorexia are as follows:
The diagnostics for bulimia are as follows:
The professionals at Thriveworks Counseling in Jacksonville, FL understand the serious threat that eating disorders pose to people’s health, and we also understand what treatment options are available. We know that reaching out for help can feel overwhelming and intimidating. Our office has done what we can to make the process of scheduling an appointment for therapy as easy as possible.
When you contact Thriveworks, a scheduling specialist will answer your call and help you find an appointment time. We offer evening and weekend sessions—because not everyone can make an appointment during normal business hours. We also accept most form of insurance. Let’s work together. Contact Thriveworks Counseling in Jacksonville, FL today.
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