Eating Disorders therapists in Harrisonburg, Virginia VA
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Eating Disorders
Leslie Worley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C
Eating disorder can come in all sorts of shapes and sizes - metaphorically and literally. Whether it's restriction, binging, purging, hating your body, being afraid of food, it's all an unhealthy relationship with food, with your body and stems from a core belief that we will find together. In my work, you'll learn to urge surf whatever impulse is driving the eating disorder and discover your value that is greater than the urge to act on the eating disorder.
14 Years Experience
Online in Harrisonburg, VA Virginia
Eating Disorders
Karen Queller
Art Therapist, M.A Expressive Arts Therapy
I offer a non-judgmental and nurturing environment where individuals struggling with eating disorders can explore their emotions, body image, and relationship with food through creative modalities, fostering self-compassion, self-expression, and healing on their journey.
7 Years Experience
Online in Harrisonburg, VA Virginia
Eating Disorders
Ashley Higgins
Psychologist, Psy.D.
It is incredibly brave to start the process of recovery. Whether you identify as having an eating disorder, disordered eating, recovered in the past, or just know that your relationship with food and movement is not what you want, you deserve support! I have been focused on treating individuals with eating disorders for more than 10 years, including publishing my dissertation research on eating disorder prevention.
I understand that everyone's recovery journey is different, and the level of support you need will be individualized. The foundation of my work is in CBT and DBT principles, but that does not mean that all of my patients receive a strict CBT approach. The first few therapy session are dedicated to coming up with your goals and identifying what treatment styles work best for you. If you have tried treatment in the past and something didn't "click" for you, you are not alone. You are the expert on what works well for you!
I also understand that eating disorders are almost never a stand-alone condition, and that chronic anxiety, PTSD, mood challenges, and chronic illness complicate the picture of recovery. It is my goal to develop a holistic view of what you want your life to look like in recovery, and develop skills to work toward that vision.
11 Years Experience
Online in Harrisonburg, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Eating Disorders
Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
If you’re struggling with your relationship with food, you may feel caught in a cycle of restriction, overeating, or constant preoccupation with what you should or shouldn’t eat. You might feel out of control at times, then overly strict with yourself at others—followed by guilt, shame, or frustration. Even when you know what you “should” be doing, it can feel incredibly difficult to change these patterns.
I help clients understand and change the underlying patterns that drive disordered eating—both emotionally and behaviorally. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we identify the thought patterns that fuel guilt, control, and all-or-nothing thinking around food. With clinical hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), and NLP, we work at a deeper level to shift the emotional triggers and automatic responses that keep you stuck in the cycle. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you step out of the struggle with food and reconnect with your values, self-worth, and a more balanced way of living.
What’s often missing isn’t knowledge—you likely already understand nutrition or what a “healthy” pattern looks like. What’s missing is a way to interrupt the emotional and automatic patterns that override that knowledge in the moment. Without that deeper shift, the cycle of control, loss of control, and self-criticism tends to repeat.
The fact that you’re here suggests you’re ready for something different. If you’re willing to approach this in a new way, I can help you develop a healthier, more stable relationship with food—one that feels more natural, less stressful, and aligned with how you want to live your life.
27 Years Experience
Online in Harrisonburg, VA Virginia
Eating Disorders
Maria T. Alonso, Ph.D.
Psychologist
When working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, I recognize that recovery often requires a multidisciplinary team approach to address the complex and multifaceted nature of their challenges. In therapy, I integrate a variety of techniques, including psychodynamic therapy to explore underlying emotional issues and unresolved conflicts that may contribute to the disorder. I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors related to food and body image. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is another key tool that I employ to assist clients in developing emotional regulation and coping skills. My goal is to empower individuals by helping them reclaim their lives, offering them hope and practical strategies for recovery. By combining these evidence-based approaches within a supportive framework, I strive to provide clients with the tools they need to step into recovery with confidence and resilience.
29 Years Experience
Online in Harrisonburg, VA Virginia
Eating Disorders therapists in Harrisonburg, Virginia Statistics
Eating Disorders therapists in Harrisonburg, Virginia average 15 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (47%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 33% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Teen |
| 53% | Senior |
| 42% | Children |
Client Focus
| 47% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |
| 33% | Jewish |