with a non-diet and weight-neutral treatment approach
Therapy for body image and eating disorders in MA
Sound like you?
No matter how much effort you put in, it feels like it’s never enough.
You spend so much of your day consumed by thoughts of food—counting calories, battling cravings, or feeling guilty if you miss a workout. It’s exhausting. No matter how hard you try, it feels like nothing changes. Living with body image struggles or an eating disorder can leave your mind constantly preoccupied with food, exercise, and how you look. The pressure to eat perfectly or achieve a certain body type can be overwhelming, making you feel like you’re never quite enough. Looking in the mirror might bring waves of frustration, self-criticism, or even the urge to look away altogether.
Even when you try to control what you eat or how much you exercise, it never feels like enough to bring peace. The temporary relief from restricting food or pushing yourself in the gym doesn’t last, leaving you feeling empty. You might turn to food to cope with tough emotions, but it only leaves you feeling worse. Over time, this struggle takes a toll on your mental and emotional health, making it harder to feel connected to yourself or others. The constant focus on food and your body can steal your ability to relax, enjoy life, or be fully present, leaving you stuck in a painful cycle that feels impossible to break.
If this resonates with you, it might be time to take a closer look at your relationship with food and your body. Click here to check out my blog post on signs you shouldn’t ignore.
You deserve to feel at peace—I'm here to help you get there.
I understand how overwhelming this struggle can feel—because I’ve lived it, and I’ve worked with many others who’ve been in your shoes. Carrying the weight of guilt, anxiety, and shame about food and your body is exhausting, but if you’re ready to face these challenges, you don’t have to do it alone.
In therapy, we’ll untangle the patterns keeping you stuck and explore the deeper emotions and beliefs that shape your experiences. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your needs. Together, we’ll help you build a healthier relationship with food, your body, and yourself, so you can find balance and peace.
If you’re motivated to make lasting change, I’m here to support you every step of the way
Here’s what we’ll do together
Therapy can help you heal your relationship with food and your body.
We’ll start by exploring how your thoughts, emotions, and past experiences have shaped your relationship with food and body image. At the same time, we’ll build practical tools to navigate urges, break unhelpful patterns, and face the tough moments that recovery brings.
Together, we’ll unpack the messages you’ve absorbed about food, appearance, and self-worth, restoring eating and movement routines in a way that feels compassionate and judgment-free. Strengthening the mind-body connection will help you better understand your body’s needs and respond with care and trust.
I also recognize that your identity—shaped by race, gender, body size, or sexual orientation—impacts how you experience the world. We’ll examine how bias, discrimination, and trauma have influenced your well-being and create a personalized path that works for you, incorporating concepts like Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size.
Above all, this is a space to explore, heal, and build a stronger, more connected relationship with yourself. If you’re ready to take that step, I’m here to help.
What You’ll Gain
Therapy can help you…
Heal your relationship with food: Break free from cycles of guilt, restriction, or overthinking and move toward intuitive, balanced eating.
Develop a more compassionate view of your body: Challenge unrealistic standards and learn to appreciate your body for what it can do, not just how it looks.
Release the pressure to “have it all together”: Let go of perfectionism and the constant need for control, creating space for self-compassion.
Navigate emotions without turning to food or exercise: Build healthy coping strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelming feelings.
Set boundaries that protect your energy and well-being: Create a supportive environment by addressing relationships, social pressures, and cultural expectations.
Rediscover joy in movement and self-care: Reframe your approach to exercise and self-care so they feel empowering, not punishing.
Questions? I’ve got answers.
Frequently asked questions —
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I specialize in working with Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, Orthorexia, and OSFED, as well as folks with body image issues and a history of disordered eating that has never been formally diagnosed or treated. I am not trained in working with ARFID.
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No problem. You don't need a formal diagnosis to start therapy, and during the intake process I will conduct a thorough assessment. If it seems that you may benefit from a higher level of care, I will provide you with referrals and help you get connected.
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I use an integrative approach that’s tailored to your unique needs. My work is grounded in psychodynamic therapy, which means we’ll explore the patterns, experiences, and relationships that have shaped how you see yourself and the world. I also pull in practical tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help you manage challenges, connect with your values, and build healthier ways of coping. We’ll work together in a way that feels thoughtful, supportive, and focused on creating meaningful change.
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Absolutely! And if you don't yet have a team, I'll be happy to provide you with referrals for a psychiatrist, registered dietitian, recovery coach, and/or primary care physician.
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I approach my work from a non-diet, weight-neutral stance and embrace the principles of Health At Every Size (HAES) and intuitive eating. The research is clear: dieting and intentional weight-loss efforts don’t work in the long term and often cause physical and psychological harm. My focus is on helping you heal your relationship with food, your body, and yourself—not on changing your weight or appearance.
If your primary goal is weight loss, I may not be the right fit for you. However, if you’re ready to explore a weight-neutral approach and build a healthier, more compassionate relationship with your body, I’m here to help.
