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.
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.
Columbia, MD Anorexia and Bulimia Therapy—Counselors and Therapists
Eating disorders may seem harmless on the surface—probably a case of someone who wants to achieve a model-like figure, or a person who wants to trim down her waistline. However, anorexia and bulimia expose people to serious health threats that everyone should be aware of.
While cases are curable, there is still 10% of the affected population that is not getting treatment, according to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders. At Thriveworks Columbia, MD we have therapists and coaches who want to help those affected by these disorders.
Understanding the Cause and Symptoms of Anorexia and Bulimia
People who are suffering from eating disorders can be easily judged by the people around them—it can be because of low self-confidence or obsession over a certain body image, but there are other factors that can cause eating disorders:
- Genetics plays an important role in the likelihood of the person to develop an eating disorder. This happens when one or more relatives are affected by anorexia or bulimia. The family’s genes may also affect the person’s behavior towards food.
- The person’s experiences which either traumatized him/her or destroyed their self-confidence also attribute to him/her perception of body image.
- Mental conditions such as depression trigger eating disorders.
- One’s exposure to wrong and unhealthy diets and products that promote weight loss can also impact the person’s view of ideal body image.
- His/her peers can strongly influence his/her decisions on losing weight or eating habits.
Health Threats and How to Treat Eating Disorders
Anorexia and bulimia both put the person in danger for serious health risks. Once the body lacks the nutrients that it needs, it will deteriorate and will suffer from life-threatening ailments. This can cause stroke or hypertension and both of these cases need urgent medical attention.
The health threats people face while suffering from an eating disorder can snowball and one after another continuously lead to huge overall health issues. Help is needed for someone suffering from an eating disorder, and therapy or coaching at Thriveworks Columbia could be exactly what they need.
Schedule a Session at Thriveworks Columbia Today
If you know someone who is suffering from these disorders, it is best to start his/her treatment urgently with Thriveworks Columbia counseling for anorexia and bulimia. We have therapists equipped with all of the tools needed to help people suffering with eating disorders. At Thriveworks Columbia we strive to create a personalized treatment plan for every patient. In this manner we try to ensure that our clients’ individual needs are met in the best way possible. At Thriveworks we accept many different insurance plans as well as offering flexible hours with weekend and evening availability. Thriveworks has a “no waiting list” policy. We want our clients to get the help they need as soon as possible, and new clients can often have their first appointment the same week as scheduling.
One of our therapists or coaches would be happy to further discuss the effects eating disorders have on those suffering. Call our office today to schedule an appointment at (410) 910-2708.
