Eating Disorder Therapy in Atlanta – Compassionate, Confidential Support
Find safe, discreet therapy for eating disorders and disordered eating in Buckhead with licensed, experienced Atlanta therapists. Currently Offering Online Appointments
You’ve Decided to Seek Eating Disorder Therapy in Atlanta
Feeling powerless around food and body image can be overwhelming. If you’re here, you may be searching for an Atlanta eating disorder therapist who understands what you’re going through.
Struggles You May Be Facing
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Constant fear of gaining weight
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Dissatisfaction with body shape or size
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Obsessive calorie counting or excessive exercise
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Episodes of eating large amounts of food, followed by guilt or shame
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Attempts to eliminate food after overeating
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Feeling trapped in a painful cycle you can’t seem to escape
Currently offering Online Sessions
When Eating Feels Out of Control
Even without eliminating behaviors, you may feel buried under the inability to stop eating. Guilt follows each episode. You may promise yourself you’ll never do it again—yet the cycle continues. If you feel out of control, it may be time to consider working with an Atlanta eating disorder therapist.
We also offer support for Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma.
The Hidden Layers of Disordered Eating
Sometimes, you may not even want to change your relationship with food, but your physical and mental health are suffering. Loved ones may even fear for your life. Disordered eating is often complex and intertwined with anxiety, depression, trauma, or substance use.
Our Atlanta eating disorder therapist offers compassionate support to address both the symptoms and the deeper issues contributing to an unhealthy relationship with food and your body.
SYMPTOMS OF DISORDERED EATING CAN INCLUDE:
Disordered eating can look different for everyone, but common symptoms may include:
Food and Eating Patterns
Prioritizing weight loss, dieting, or rigid food control
Restricting entire food categories or skipping meals
Eating very small portions or avoiding eating around others
Frequent dieting or extreme focus on calories and macros
Physical Signs
Noticeable fluctuations in weight
Inability to maintain an appropriate weight for age and height
Dental problems or other health issues linked to eating behaviors
Compensatory Behaviors
Purging behaviors after eating
Excessive exercise or movement to “burn off” food
Emotional and Mental Health Indicators
Self-esteem heavily tied to body image
Persistent discomfort with body size or shape
Feelings of disgust, shame, guilt, or depression after eating episodes
Can Eating Disorder Therapy in Atlanta Help You Heal?
At our Atlanta counseling office, we use Health At Every Size (HAES) principles to support recovery. HAES rejects diet culture, weight stigma, and the idea that size, weight, or BMI are the only markers of health. Instead, our therapy focuses on building a healthier relationship with your body and food.
A Personalized Approach to Eating Disorder Treatment
Atlanta eating disorder treatment shifts the focus away from numbers on the scale and toward your unique strengths, resources, and vulnerabilities. Your care is tailored to your specific circumstances and the context of your disordered eating.
How Your Therapist Supports You
Your Atlanta eating disorder therapist will:
- Help you separate your authentic thoughts from the automatic patterns controlling your relationship with food
- Support you in rebuilding self-trust and peace when nourishing your body
- Explore where disordered eating began and how it functions in your life
Disordered eating may have developed as a way to cope with anxiety, painful experiences, or even patterns learned from caregivers. For many, food feels like the only thing that can be controlled.
The Healing Process
Recovery is a holistic journey with many moving parts. At times, it may feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to face it alone. Our therapists are here every step of the way.
Please don’t wait to get the support you need. Reach out today to begin your healing process. If you’re unsure which of our therapists specializes in disordered eating, we can guide you.
FAQ – Eating Disorder Therapy in Atlanta
1. How does therapy help with eating disorders?
Therapy helps by addressing both the behaviors and underlying causes of disordered eating. An Atlanta eating disorder therapist can support you in reducing harmful patterns, building healthier coping strategies, and healing your relationship with food and your body.
2. What is the difference between disordered eating and an eating disorder?
Disordered eating refers to harmful food or body-related behaviors, such as skipping meals or overeating, that may not meet the full criteria for a clinical diagnosis. An eating disorder, such as anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder, is a diagnosable mental health condition requiring specialized treatment.
3. Can eating disorder therapy be effective if I don’t want to lose weight?
Yes. Eating disorder treatment is not about weight loss—it focuses on overall health and emotional well-being. Many Atlanta therapists use Health At Every Size (HAES) principles, which reject diet culture and weight stigma, helping you build a more positive relationship with food and body image.
4. Is eating disorder therapy in Atlanta confidential?
Yes. Sessions with an Atlanta eating disorder therapist are private and confidential. Therapists follow strict professional guidelines, ensuring your treatment is a safe space where you can share openly without judgment.
Get Private Support for Eating Disorder Recovery in Atlanta
Struggling with food, body image, or disordered eating can feel isolating. Our licensed Atlanta therapists provide discreet, evidence-based therapy to help you regain control and find peace with food and yourself.
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To find out how we can help, call 678-744-7347
Start the Healing Process, Together, with Support
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