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As a queer non-binary person, I understand the importance of feeling seen, heard, and valued....

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Greenville

I understand that every person is living their unique experience and I believe that everyone is deserving of support....

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Greenville

As a counselor who has had his fair share of personal counseling, I understand what immense courage and vulnerability it is like t...

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Rock Hill

Through my work as your therapist, I want to help you let go of the negative beliefs that have been holding you back, while helpin...

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Columbia

I empower and assist individuals and couples to navigate through life’s challenges—whether it's anxiety, depression, adjustment di...

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Greenville

As someone who understands how difficult it is to manage traumatic experiences, I want to guide those who have also experienced tr...

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Mt Pleasant

As a bilingual Puerto Rican veteran and licensed professional counselor, I draw from my diverse life experiences to create a safe,...

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Columbia

As a woman who has experienced many life challenges, adjustments, and losses, I understand the importance of therapy. My work cent...

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North Charleston

As a veteran, community member, and social worker, I recognize how difficult it can be to ask or look for help. I am so happy to k...

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Greenville

I believe that everyone has the ability to effect positive change in their life. Our circumstances and experiences can erode our c...

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Greenville

I am a clinician dedicated to helping you during your therapeutic journey, and I will be a second set of eyes as I help you articu...

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Rock Hill

Everyone deserves support when working through challenges. My mission is to help change people's lives for the better....

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North Charleston

As a woman, wife, and mom of 4, life can feel like a constant race to do more and be more every second of the day. My goal is to p...

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Greenville

I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their journey toward...

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Greenville

As someone who has experienced the transformative power of therapy, I understand the importance of feeling safe, supported, and tr...

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Greenville

I use a neuroscience-informed approach, integrating the body, mind, and spirit to create personalized treatment plans for each cli...

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Rock Hill

I am a counselor who sees the importance in understanding the nuance behind every person's history, experience, and background tha...

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Rock Hill

I believe everyone, including those who seem perfectly fine on the surface, can benefit from exploring their life experiences and ...

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Greenville

As a woman of color finding my footing in a chaotic world, I understand the importance of finding a safe space to express yourself...

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Greenville

As a provider with a holistic approach, I seek to understand my client completely....

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Charleston

Drawing from my journey with anxiety, self-esteem, and postpartum challenges, I am dedicated to helping both men and women find st...

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North Charleston

As one who has healed many areas of my own life, I understand the inner work required to live a healthy and full life....

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Greenville

As a woman of color and a dual-certified nurse practitioner in family practice and psychiatric mental health, I am deeply aware of...

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Starting Eating disorders in Columbia

What is eating disorder therapy?

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).

How does eating disorder therapy work?

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.

Signs of an eating disorder

The signs of an eating disorder can include:

  • Drastic weight changes
  • Preoccupation with food and body image
  • Binge eating or extreme dieting
  • Excessive exercise
  • Social withdrawal and secrecy around eating
  • Physical and emotional symptoms like fatigue and anxiety

What is the success rate of CBT for eating disorders?

CBT’s remission rate, according to some research, is generally between 50-30% for those seeking assistance for eating disorder symptoms.

What is the recovery rate for people with eating disorders?

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.

Is eating disorder therapy conducted in person or online?

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.

How long does eating disorder therapy last?

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.

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Counseling for Anorexia or Bulimia in Columbia, SC—Therapy

Some people mischaracterize anorexia and bulimia as picky phases that teens experience and then grow out of. But they are serious psychiatric disorders that can bring severe and long-term harm to a person’s health and possibly even result in death. Even though effective treatments are available, fewer than 10 percent of people receive the professional help they need for their eating disorder. Recognizing their seriousness and asking for help may be the first steps in treatment.

Thriveworks Columbia offers counseling that has helped many people overcome their disordered eating. Our counselors know the medical and psychological risks that bulimia and anorexia bring, and our goal is to provide holistic treatment for each individual who walks through our doors. Reach out today for help.

Potential Health Problems

People who have bulimia or anorexia may receive compliments on how skinny and healthy they look. While these usually come from well-meaning friends and family members, they can make the disorder worse. Healthy is not the same as skinny, and skinny is not the same as healthy. In fact, sometimes the opposite is true. Anorexia and bulimia often result in a host of health problems.

Anorexia may cause low heart rate, low blood pressure, abnormal heart beat, low white blood cells, heart failure, menstrual cycle disruptions, infertility, anemia, endocrine disruptions, premature osteoporosis, and kidney damage. Anorexia also holds the highest death rate of any psychiatric disorder.

Bulimia may cause gastric rupture, ulcers, tooth decay, gastroesophageal reflux disease, kidney damage, constipation, electrolyte imbalance, and heart failure.

Bulimia and Anorexia: Diagnostics

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) recognizes several kinds of eating disorders, but bulimia and anorexia may be the most recognizable. They have many signs and symptoms in common, but they are two different disorders.

The DSM-5 gives the following diagnostics for anorexia nervosa (more commonly known as simply anorexia):

  • Experiencing extreme and irrational fear of gaining weight that leads to interference with normal, healthy weight gain or maintenance.
  • Despising one’s body weight or shape with a self-image that perceives one’s body weight and shape are larger/heavier than reality.
  • Limiting food intake so that a substantially lower body weight occurs (as related to healthy standards for one’s sex, physical health, developmental trajectory, and age).

The DSM-5 gives the following diagnostics for bulimia nervosa (more commonly known as simply anorexia):

  • A self-image that is dominated by body shape and weight.
  • Repetitive times of binge eating that include…
    • Losing control over food consumption.
    • Eating an amount of food that is clearly more than most people would consume in a similar situation and during a similar time period.
  • Engaging in compensatory behaviors that attempt to offset the binge and weight gain. Examples of such behaviors include exercising excessively; fasting for too long or too often; misusing medications such as diuretics and laxatives, diuretics; or self-induced vomiting.

Getting Help for Anorexia or Bulimia at Thriveworks Columbia

Do any of the diagnostics for anorexia or bulimia sound familiar to you? Do you or does someone you love wrestle with a distorted body image and irregular eating habits? If so, it may be time to get help. Thriveworks Columbia, SC has counseling appointments available for anorexia and bulimia. We want everyone to receive personalized care that meets their needs.

When you call to schedule counseling at our office, a person will answer and help you. Many first-time clients see their counselor within the week of calling, and we also offer convenient evening and weekend sessions. We do not keep a waitlist, but we do work with most insurance providers.

Do not battle anorexia or bulimia alone. We can work together to restore a healthy self-perception and nutritious eating habits. Call Thriveworks Columbia today.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Columbia accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance (CBHA)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Clover Health

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Columbia
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

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$1

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Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Columbia is located on Executive Pointe Blvd off of Bush River Rd, just northwest of Interstate 20 on the north side of the Saluda River. Our building is neighbored by The Steele Law Firm; S.C. Press Association; and Thomas, Watson & Company. The closest bus stop is Bush Woodland WB. If you have trouble finding our office or have any questions about how to get here, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Phone number

(803) 573-9453

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