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 disorder therapy include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID).
How does eating disorder therapy work?
At Thriveworks, Eating disorder therapy 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 disorder therapy 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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Bulimia and Anorexia Therapy in Cumming, GA—Counseling and Treatment for Eating Disorders
Effective treatments are available for anorexia and bulimia at Thriveworks Cumming, tailored to each person’s needs. The therapists at Thriveworks Cumming know the physical and mental health challenges that anorexia and bulimia bring, and we are aim to provide holistic care to each client.
If you’re ready to work with a therapist to address your eating disorder symptoms, simply call or book online to get started.
Diagnosing Anorexia and Bulimia
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) gives the following diagnostics for anorexia:
- Acute and ungrounded fear of gaining weight that manifests as interference with healthy weight maintenance and gain.
- Severely limiting food consumption in order to achieve substantially lower body weight in relationship to averages for one’s age, sex, developmental trajectory, and physical health.
- Contempt for one’s body weight or shape; inability to see the low body weight.
The DSM-5 gives the following diagnostics for bulimia:
- Recurrent times of binge eating, including,
- Losing control during an eating binge.
- Eating, during a period of time, more food than most people would eat during the same period of time and under similar circumstances.
- Attempting to thwart weight gain through repeated behaviors such as the misuse of laxatives, diuretics, or other medications; fasting; self-induced vomiting; or excessive exercise.
- A self-concept that is dominated by body weight and shape.
How Can Thriveworks Cumming Help?
Thriveworks Cumming may help you to address eating disorder concerns with the following therapies, among others:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Targets dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors related to food, body image, and weight, helping individuals develop healthier eating habits and coping strategies.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness and acceptance-based strategies, addressing emotional dysregulation and promoting distress tolerance.
- Family-Based Therapy (FBT): Involves the individual’s family in the treatment process, focusing on restoring normal eating patterns, addressing family dynamics, and providing support for recovery.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT): Addresses interpersonal difficulties and relationship issues that may contribute to or result from the eating disorder, promoting healthier communication and social functioning.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Focuses on increasing psychological flexibility and values-based living, helping individuals develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves and their bodies.
Treatment for Anorexia and Bulimia
Thriveworks Cumming aim to support our clients from the moment they first call our office. Bulimia and anorexia have effective treatment options, and our therapists can help.
Call Thriveworks Cumming for help finding the treatment that works for you.
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