Eating Disorders therapists in Renfrew, ON
Browse Eating Disorders therapists in Renfrew, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Eating Disorders
Phyllis Wai Ng
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Eating disorders are marked by obsession with food or body shape. It is most common in women. Several eating disorders include bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, or anorexia nervosa. Cognitive behavioral therapy or family based therapy will help you exchange unhealthy eating habits for healthy ones, help you monitor your eating habits and mood, and help you develop healthy coping mechanisms to stressful situations.
23 Years Experience
Online in Renfrew, ON
Eating Disorders
Centre for Psychology and Emotional Health
Psychologist
We work with clients to resolve issues relating to relationship distress, self-criticism, perfectionism, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, psychosis, autism, addictions, disordered eating, and body image concerns.
23 Years Experience
Online in Renfrew, ON
Eating Disorders
Crystal Gerlach Psychotherapy & Clinical Social Work
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RSW
Crystal brings experience 25+ years of experience working in community mental health organizations, family health teams, private clinics and clinical hospital social work. She has a keen interest in helping individuals heal from food & eating related issues and eating disorders using CBT and attachment based therapy.
15 Years Experience
Online in Renfrew, ON
Eating Disorders
Vaughan Counselling and Psychotherapy o/a Zormin Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RP(Q), RSW, C.Psych., C.Psych.Assoc., ND
Struggling with an eating disorder can feel like an all-consuming battle, affecting not just physical health but emotional well-being and relationships. Therapists at VCP specialize in providing compassionate and evidence-based treatment tailored to the unique needs of each individual. By fostering a supportive therapeutic environment, they help clients unravel the complexities of their relationship with food and body image, empowering them to develop healthier habits, restore balance, and embrace a more fulfilling life. We offer a 10-week Eating Disorder program combining therapy with naturopathic doctor's support.
7 Years Experience
Online in Renfrew, ON
Eating Disorders
Laird Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
It’s easy to slip into a painful and confusing relationship with food, especially when eating starts to feel less like a choice and more like a way to cope. If you find yourself turning to food when you’re stressed, overwhelmed, lonely, or emotionally drained—and then feeling out of control around eating—you’re not alone. Binge eating and emotional eating can leave you feeling disconnected from your body, frustrated with yourself, and unsure why willpower never seems to be enough.
Binge eating often involves eating large amounts of food in a short period of time, accompanied by a strong sense of loss of control. You might feel unable to stop, even when you’re uncomfortably full, followed by guilt, shame, or self-criticism afterward. Emotional eating may look like using food to soothe difficult feelings or numb emotional discomfort, even when you’re not physically hungry. Many people experience both, often moving between periods of trying to “get back on track” and moments when eating feels chaotic or unmanageable.
These patterns usually develop over time. What may begin as dieting, food restriction, or an attempt to eat “better” can quietly increase cravings and preoccupation with food. The more rigid the rules become, the more likely it is that they eventually break—leading to episodes of overeating or binging, followed by renewed attempts to regain control. This cycle can feel exhausting and demoralizing, reinforcing the belief that something is “wrong” with you, when in reality your body and nervous system are responding to deprivation, stress, and emotional overwhelm.
Binge eating and emotional eating are not about lack of discipline or failure. They are often linked to chronic stress, negative body image, unmet emotional needs, and a history of restriction or dieting. Over time, the constant mental focus on food, weight, and eating can crowd out enjoyment, self-trust, and a sense of ease in daily life.
At Laird Counselling Services, we have experience supporting individuals who feel stuck in cycles of binge eating and emotional eating. Therapy can help you understand what’s driving these patterns, rebuild trust with your body, and develop more compassionate and sustainable ways to cope with emotions and stress—without food feeling like the only option.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, ashamed, or unsure how to break free from this cycle, support is available. You don’t have to navigate this alone. We invite you to reach out to learn more about how counselling can help you move toward a calmer, more balanced relationship with food.
9 Years Experience
Online in Renfrew, ON
Eating Disorders therapists in Renfrew, ON Statistics
Eating Disorders therapists in Renfrew, ON average 12 years of experience and charge around $171 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (73%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (69%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$171
Accept insurance
85%
Offer sliding scale
71%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 72% |
In Person and Online |
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| 28% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 73% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 69% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 63% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 54% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 51% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
| 49% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 82% | Teen |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
| 45% | Children |
Client Focus
| 71% | Women |
| 56% | Men |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Christian |
| 42% | Persons with Disabilities |