EATING DISORDER THERAPY in CALIFORNIA for TEENS & ADULTS

If you or a loved one is experiencing signs of an eating disorder, know that help is available.

Support for...

ANOREXIA, BULIMIA, ARFID

Support for..

Teens 14+ and ADULTS

Therapy in conjunction..

WITH YOUR DIETICIAN

Understanding Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions involving unhealthy relationships with food, body image, and eating behaviors. They can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background, and often co-occur with anxiety, depression, or obsessive-compulsive tendencies.

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Common Types of Eating Disorders

Anorexia Nervosa

Restricting food, intense fear of weight gain, and distorted body image.

Bulimia Nervosa

Cycles of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors (e.g., purging, excessive exercise).

Binge Eating Disorder

Recurrent episodes of eating large amounts of food with a sense of loss of control.

Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

Limiting food types or amounts without body-image concerns.

Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Eating Disorders

Emotional & Behavioral Indicators

Preoccupation with weight, calories, and dieting
Avoidance of meals or social situations involving food
Rigid “food rules” or rituals (chewing excessively, cutting food into tiny pieces)
Withdrawal from friends, family, or activities once enjoyed
Extreme concern with body size and shape

Physical Indicators

Noticeable weight changes (loss or gain)
Stomach cramps, gastrointestinal complaints
Dizziness, fainting spells
Feeling cold more often than usual
Sleep disturbances
Dry skin, brittle nails, and thinning hair

Our Compassionate Approach

We provide individualized support for ages 14+ by utlizing:

Internal Family Systems (IFS)
A client explores the different “parts” of themselves that may be in conflict around food, body image, and identity. IFS supports healing by cultivating self-compassion and understanding the protective roles that disordered eating may play.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Using practical tools from DBT, clients are supported in building skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness—especially helpful when facing urges or navigating difficult feelings without turning to disordered behaviors.

Collaborative & Trauma-Informed Care
We understand that eating disorders rarely exist in isolation. Our clinicians work holistically—considering the client’s full emotional and relational context—and collaborate with dietitians, medical providers, and family members when needed to support long-term healing.

Support at Every Step
Whether clients are just beginning to acknowledge their struggle or already on the path to recovery, Rachel meets them with empathy, insight, and steady guidance.