Eating Disorder Treatment of Anorexia and Bulimia

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Agoura Hills CA (scan down)

Kathryn Sica, MS, LMFT

Private Practice/individual therapy, family therapy, couples counseling, outpatient

28230 Agoura Rd. Suite 150 Agoura Hills, CA

Additional Office: 1554 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste 212, Los Angeles, CA

Additional Communities Served:  San Fernando Valley, West Los Angeles, Calabasas, Westlake, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Santa Monica, Camarillo, South Bay

Office: 310-850-7422

Treatment Model: Objects-Relations, Family Systems, Cognitive-Behavioral

Ms. Sica treats Anorexia and Bulimia

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1993

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

 

 

Beverly Hills (scan down)

Greta Angert, LMFT

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy

9171 Wilshire Blvd., Penthouse, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Westwood, Los Angeles, West Hollywood

Office: 310-712-6318

Website: www.gretaangert.com

Email: gangert@ca.rr.com

Treatment Model: Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, Object Relations, Family Systems

Ms. Angert treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2000

Payment Options: Cash/Check

Greta Angert is an experienced and specially trained licensed therapist who is committed to helping individuals overcome problems with food, diet, exercise, depression, anxiety and relationship issues. She uses a combination of techniques that are aimed at eliminating eating disorder behaviors while simultaneously exploring the roots of these behaviors. She is keenly aware of the struggle in dealing with eating disorders and wants to help you see that there is a better way to live. Greta is committed to helping people understand, accept and nurture their bodies and minds in order to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Due to her extensive experience working in outpatient and inpatient treatment centers, Greta has personal relationships with nearly every treatment program in Southern California and can provide excellent referrals for more intensive treatment or local support groups. Greta is also a frequent speaker on eating disorders and healthy living in many high schools and universities.

 

 

Diana Benjamin MA MFT, License#MFT35268

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Coaching, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Phone Counseling

9012 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Sherman Oaks, UCLA, Pepperdine, USC

Office: 818-986-4325

Treatment Model: I work using a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and spiritual psychology modalities. In my opinion, the most important aspect of treatment is establishing an environment of trust and honesty. I believe the truth does set you free, and it is the foundation from which I work. Also, I think it's important to find the humor and the lessons in our struggles. With a healthy perspective, anything can be accomplished.

Ms. Benjamin treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome and Compulsive Overeating.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1995

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale

I work out of a renovated apartment building that has a cozy, homey feel. This setting reflects my intention to create and environment where clients can feel safe and relaxed. I'm a kick-off-your-shoes and relax therapist, in that I want clients to feel they can be their authentic selves in my office. Also, I just love what I do and am grateful to have a job that I can truly say I'm passionate about.

 

 

Linda Blakeley, Ph.D. 

Positive Self Images

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Outpatient, Medical Evaluation, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups, Phone Counseling, Professional Speaker, Workshops, Trainings

420 S. Beverly Drive, Suite 100, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Los Angeles, Pasadena, Santa Monica, South Bay, San Fernando Valley

Office: 310-286-9171

Website: www.drlindablakeley.com

Email: drlindablakeley@aol.com

Treatment Model: My Positive Self Image 5-Stage Treatment Model includes: Cognitive Behavioral Strategies, a  Psychodynamic theoretical framework (Object relations & Self Psychology), Non-Diet/Intuitive Eating Approach with comprehensive assessment and psychiatrists, nutritional support and free support group as needed.

Dr. Blakeley treats Bulimia in males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1986

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance, Medicare, Sliding Scale

Free Support Group for Women (Beverly Hills): Support group for women recovering from anorexia, bulimia or binge eating disorders.  Meets weekly on Monday evenings at the office of Linda Blakeley, Ph.D. 420 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills. Call 310-286-9171 or email Drlindablakeley@aol.com for further information. 

 

 

Paula E. Bruce, Ph.D., License#PSY16248

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy

360 N. Bedford Drive, Suite 219, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Dr. Bruce's office serves all of Los Angeles and surrounding communities and all local universities and colleges, including UCLA, USC and Santa Monica College. Dr. Bruce also has a unique and lengthy experience serving the international student population.

Office: 310-271-2275

Website: www.DrPaulaBruce.com

Treatment Model: Dr. Bruce is an experienced and highly-respected psychologist who has been seeing patients in private practice since 1995. Dr. Bruce has a broad psychotherapy practice that includes individual, couple and family psychotherapy with children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Bruce’s mindful psychotherapy style is to join with you, utilizing contemporary psychodynamic principles, to help you address your concerns. During this process, the aim is to help you understand your own development and construction in a meaningful way that allows you to become unstuck from concerns that you have. More specifically, this depth-focused approach is aimed at helping you as an individual, couple or family, gain insight into both your past and present, so that you can be able to make clearer and healthier choices about your present and future. The more you understand how and why you think, feel and act the way you do, the easier it becomes to make the important everyday choices you need to make in life, work and relationship.

Dr. Bruce treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1993

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

 

 

Kristen Caron, MA, MFT

Private Practice/Individual Therapy, Nutritional Counseling, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy and Medical Evaluation Referrals

 
9171 Wilshire Blvd., Penthouse Suite, Beverly Hills, CA 


Additional Communities Served:
West Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Brentwood, Santa Monica, Westwood (UCLA), Los Angeles


Office: 310-364-1531

 

Website: www.kristencaronmft.com

 

Treatment Model: For over a decade, I have treated eating disorders and obesity as a psychotherapist and nutritionist. Eating disorders (and eating disordered behaviors) are complex presentations that require both psychological and physiological intervention. Therapy is specific to each individual. Through exploration of both emotional and physical factors, a healthier relationship with one's body, food and self is discovered.


Ms. Caron
treats Anorexia and Bulimia in adolescent and adult women. She also works with Athletes, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome and Compulsive Overeating.


Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1994


Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

For more information on my practice, please visit my website at www.kristencaronmft.com

 

 

Ms. Andre´ Duchesneau, MFT, Ph.D.

Private Practice/individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, outpatient

470 S. Beverly Dr. Suite 100 Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Brentwood, Westwood, Santa Monica, West Los Angeles & Greater LA.

Office phone: 310-284-4881

Treatment Model: Psychodynamic, Object Relations, Self Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral, Psychoanalytic, Non-diet approach

Dr. Duchesneau treats the following eating disorders: binge eating, compulsive eating, Bulimia Nervosa using a non-diet approach. She works with adults only and does not treat anorexia nervosa. She also specializes in Adult children of Alcoholics, Couples Therapy, Abandonment Issues, Self-esteem, Post traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1990

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

 

 

Robyn L. Goldberg, RD

Private Practice/Individual Counseling, Nutritional Counseling

436 N. Roxbury Drive, Suite 221, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, South Bay, San Fernando Valley.

Office: 310-273-0413

Website: www.askaboutfood.com

Treatment Model: Non-Diet Approach and individualized treatment.

Ms. Goldberg treats Anorexia and Bulimia

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1996

Payment Options: cash/check, credit cards, insurance *will provide a superbill for reimbursement).

 

 

Hillary Goldsher, Psy. D, MBA, License#PSY22209

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Couples Therapy

420 S. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA

Office: 310-499-3966

Email: hillarygoldsher@msn.com

Treatment Model: Dr. Goldsher utilizes a combination of approaches depending on the specific needs of the individual she is treating. She believes it is critical to understand the individual before formulating a treatment plan. Dr. Goldsher often employs the use of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, psychopharmacology and other approaches to treat the eating disorder and the issues underlying it.

Dr. Goldsher treats Anorexia and Bulimia in adolescent and adult women. She also works with Binge Eating Disorder and Compulsive Overeating.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2000

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Medicare

Dr. Goldsher recognizes the pain, confusion, and hopelessness that can often surround an eating disorder. She truly believes in the possibility of healing from this complex disorder. She has found that such healing can come about through the deep processing of the underlying issues that contribute to the disorder. This is the kind of work that Dr. Goldsher seeks to do with individuals struggling with this difficult issue. She also recognizes that there is sometimes a need to collaborate with other medical professionals (nutritionists, psychiatrists, art therapists etc.) to facilitate the healing process and has much experience in doing so. Finally, Dr. Goldsher understands the fear that may surface as one considers the possibility of seeking help but encourages those suffering to take this first step towards a different kind of life, a different way of feeling.

 

 

Erica Hershey Jaffe, MFT

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Phone Counseling

415 N. Camden Drive, Suite 207-208, Beverly Hills, CA  

Additional Communities Served: Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes, Torrance, Long Beach

Office: 310-379-7393

Email: EHJHeadspace@aol.com

Ms. Jaffe treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults.  She also works with Athletes and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2001

Payment Options: Cash/Check

Learn to trust yourself and accept support through a nurturing, safe environment...together we can begin to empower your healthy self and disempower your loud eating disorder voice.  Make the call that can help to bring peace and safety into your world....looking forward to hearing from you~

 

 

Robin Landau, Ph.D.

Private Practice/Individual Therapy, Outpatient

9171 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 670, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: West Hollywood, Westwood, Los Angeles, Brentwood

Office: 310-712-5634

Website: www.drrobinlandau.com

Email: drlandau.martin@gmail.com

Treatment Model: Psychodynamic, Object Relations, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Dr. Landau treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females adults. She also works with Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Overeating and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2001

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards

Dr. Landau provides a safe and nurturing environment in which her clients can begin their process of recovery.  She utilizes insight-oriented psychotherapy which  focuses on identifying the underlying issues which are driving the eating disorder symptoms and helping her clients to work through the emotional pain associated with these issues.  Dr. Landau also utilizes cognitive-behavioral techniques in order to help patients manage their symptoms while the deeper more permanent process of psychotherapy occurs.   Dr. Landau will also work with a treatment team consisting of a psychiatrist, registered dietitian, and physician when appropriate.  Dr. Landau treats all varieties of eating disorders and related issues such as depression, anxiety, self-harm, and relationship difficulties.  Please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Landau with questions or information regarding individual psychotherapy and/or eating disorder process groups.

 

 

Sara Markham, MFT, License#MFT44713

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Phone Counseling

9107 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 200, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Brentwood, Santa Monica, West L.A., Culver City, Hollywood, Westwood, Venice, UCLA

Office: 310-310-0925

Treatment Model: The use of cognitive behavioral therapy in combination with psychodynamic therapy is most effective for getting the client to a place of understanding themselves, gaining a willingness to take care of themselves, and move in the direction of better health.

Ms. Markham treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, infants, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2004

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale

I want to help individuals get back to health with the clarity and understanding for why they are having these symptoms. I would like to provide a place where clients can think about their symptoms and the meaning of them, with gaining a willingness to want to get better.

 

 

Michelle McParland, Ph.D., RD

Private Practice/Individual Counseling, Family Therapy, Couples Counseling, Group Therapy, Nutritional Counseling, Outpatient

9903 Santa Monica Blvd Suite 834 Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Santa Monica, West LA

Office: 310-828-4907

Treatment Model: Non-Diet Approach, Individualized Treatment

Ms. McParland treats Anorexia and Bulimia

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1996

Payment Options: cash/check, sliding scale, insurance *will provide superbill for client to submit claim

 

 

Erin Naimi, RD

Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Individual Counseling and Group Therapy, Outpatient

9171 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 670, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Brentwood, Santa Monica, West Los Angeles, Hollywood

Office: 310-229-5290

Website: www.heartofnutrition.com

Email: erinnaimi@heartofnutrition.com 

Treatment Model: Intuitive Eating Model and Non-dieting approach

Ms. Naimi treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents and adults. She also works with compulsive exercisers.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1996

Payment Options: cash/check, sliding scale, credit cards

As a nutrition therapist Erin works with individuals to redefine their relationship with food in a more safe healthy manner. She recognizes that the decision to ask for help doesn’t have to mean you’re ready to change, just that you’re willing to look at a different way of living.  Erin has been working with individuals with Eating Disorders for eight years in both inpatient and outpatient settings.  For your convenience, evening and weekend appointments are also available.

 

 

Elyse Resch, MS, RD, FADA, Nutrition Therapist

Private Practice/Individual Counseling, Nutritional Counseling, Group Therapy, Support Groups

9478 West Olympic Blvd., Suite 304, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Los Angeles, South Bay, San Fernando Valley

Office: 310-551-1999

Website: www.elyseresch.com

Email: elyse@elyseresch.com

Treatment Model: Non-Diet Approach and individualized treatment, Intuitive Eating

Ms. Resch treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents and adults.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1982

Payment Options: cash/check

Ms. Resch has been in private practice in Beverly Hills as a nutrition therapist for 24 years, specializing in eating disorders, Intuitive Eating, and preventative nutrition. She is the co-author of "Intuitive Eating" (St. Martins Press, 1995, 1996, 2003) and does regular speaking engagements. She is nationally known for her work in helping patients break free from the dieting mentality through the "Intuitive Eating" process.  Elyse’s philosophy embraces the goal of reconnecting with the internal wisdom about eating with which one is born, for the purpose of developing a healthy and satisfying relationship with food and body. Her work has been profiled on CNN, KABC, NBC, and KTTV television. She is a certified child and adolescent obesity expert and was the treatment team nutritionist on the Eating Disorder Unit at Beverly Hills Medical Center.




 

Susan Shapiro, PhD, MS, MS, RD, FADA, License#PSY14277 and RD608284

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups, Phone Counseling

8306 Wilshire Blvd., Suite #1518, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Brentwood, UCLA, USC

Office: 310-659-7800

Email: drsushap@alumni.uchicago.edu

Treatment Model: I use a combination of modalities, depending upon the person that I am treating and the reasons they are seeking treatment. I have education, training and experience using the following: Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Self-Psychology, Object Relations, Systems, Medical Nutrition Therapy, and Nutritional Counseling.

treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1983

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance, Sliding Scale

I am both a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Psychologist. My goal with my education and training was to learn how to best help people as a whole person. I have been very fortunate to have some of the best professionals and practitioners as my teachers and mentors. I was taught to see things on a cellular level and then to integrate that information into how to best help someone on a broader level. I have a BS (1977) in Hospital Dietetics from the Unv. of Il. where I did research and graduated with Honors in the Curriculum. I then got a MS (1980) in the Biol. Sciences from the Pritzker School of Medicine and the Division of the Biol. Sciences at the Univ. of Chicago (1980). I then got both a MSi(1987) and a PhD (1990) in Counseling Psychology from USC.

 

 

Carl H. Shubs, Ph.D., License#PSY8912

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Couples Therapy

321 S. Beverly Drive, Suite L, Beverly Hills, CA

Additional Communities Served: Downtown, Hollywood, West Hollywood, West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Culver City, the towns of the South Bay (Hermosa Beach, Torrance, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Inglewood) and those of the San Fernando Valley (Van Nuys, North Hollywood, Burbank, Glendale, Tarzana, Encino, Studio City, and Sherman Oaks). UCLA & USC

Office: 310-772-0520

Website: www.therapyinla.com/area3.html#CarlS

Email: drcarshu@aol.com

Treatment Model: The issue is not the eating but rather what goes on inside you that gets you eating in the way that you do. There is some internal, psychological, emotional need that is being served. Once we can understand that, the eating patterns will change. In order to better understand that, I use an approach based on psychodynamic understandings that will help us to get a clearer picture of where the issues lie for you and what the obstacles are that get in your way. In the process, I draw on lessons from the world of addictions and cognitive behavioral approaches to help with strategies in dealing with the behaviors themselves while we are simultaneously addressing the underlying issues in your eating difficulties.

Dr. Shubs treats Bulimia; males and female adults. He also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1990

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance

I have been in private practice since 1981 and have taught, trained, and supervised other mental health professionals. I hold a diplomate from the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, was Chairman of the Victim Treatment Committee of the Los Angeles County Psychological Association for many years, and have published articles in professional journals in this area. I am on the advisory board of Break the Cycle, a non-profit organization dedicated to education, advocacy, and intervention in stopping teen dating violence. I have the American Psychological Association's Certificate of Proficiency in the Treatment of Alcohol and Other Psychoactive Substance Use Disorders. I am a Supervisor and Certified Bioenergetic Therapist, integrating Bioenergetic Analysis, modern psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and other psychotherapeutic modalities since 1974. I served several terms on the Boards of the Los Angeles Society of Clinical Psychologists and the Los Angeles Chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.  I see my role as an ally, guide, and navigator on your journey. I have made my own journey of self-exploration, and I see myself as continuously pursuing that voyage. I can offer support and encouragement when the going is rough, and I can also share in your pleasures and joy in living. I can help with identifying and working through obstacles, and I will work with you to increase your sense of internal harmony, to enhance your ability to relate to others honestly, openly, and deeply, and to help you feel more productive, effective, and joyful in everyday living. YOU SET THE COURSE, AND I'LL HELP YOU GET THERE.

 

 

Deborah L. Southerland, MA, Ph.D.

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Phone Counseling

315 S. Beverly Drive, Suite 409, Beverly Hills, CA 

Additional Communities Served: West Los Angeles, Brentwood, Los Angeles, Santa Monica

Office: 310-279-2354

Treatment Model: Psychodynamic, Interpersonal, Cognitive-Behavioral and Family Systems. Utilize a team approach working with other professionals (nutritionists, psychiatrists, physicians) as needed.

Dr. Southerland treats Anorexia and Bulimia in adult males and females. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1998

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

 

 

Brentwood, CA (scan down)

Eating Disorder Center of California 

Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient Program, Outpatient Program, Individual therapy, family therapy, couples counseling, nutritional counseling, group therapy, community outreach

Executive Director: Carolyn Costin, LMFT

Facility Address: Brentwood, CA

Mailing Address: 27162 Sea Vista Dr. Malibu, CA 90265 

Additional Communities Served:  Los Angeles County, Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, Orange County, Nationwide

Office: 310-457-9958

Website: www.edcca.com

Email: info@edcca.com

The EDCC treats all forms of eating disorders, males and females, adolescents and adults.

Payment Options: cash/check, insurance, credit card

The Eating Disorder Center of California (EDCC) provides a supportive environment with all the necessary components to help eating disorder clients cope with the underlying issues, current stressors, and biochemical factors that cause them to binge, purge, starve, and/or compulsively exercise. They utilize a multi-disciplinary treatment  approach in order to address all aspects related to an eating disorder: medical, nutritional, psychological, biochemical and behavioral. Through comprehensive assessment and with feedback from clients and significant others, they develop an individualized treatment plan. Individualized treatment is an essential part of the program. The daily schedule includes a variety of group therapies and activities. Attention is directed toward creating a therapeutic milieu enabling clients to support each other in appropriate ways. Using psychodynamic, educational, cognitive-behavioral, and expressive group therapy formats, clients gain insight into their underlying eating disorder issues and interpersonal skill necessary for true and lasting recovery. For more information visit the website at www.edcca.com, call 310-457-9958 or email info@edcca.com.

 

 

Culver City, CA (scan down)

A Real World Recovery

Rebekah Hennes, R.D.

Outpatient, Nutritional Counseling, Group Therapy, Support Groups

5855 Green Valley Circle, Suite 210, Culver City, CA

Additional Communities Served: Los Angeles, Tarzana, Redondo Beach, Marina Del Rey, Venice, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Santa Monica

Office: 562-895-0682

Website: www.arealworldrecovery.com

Email: rebekah@realworldnutrition.org

Treatment Model: Nutrition Counseling and Support

Real World Recovery treats Anorexia and Bulimia in adult women. Real World Recovery also works with Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards

A Real World Recovery offers recovery groups on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Tuesday is a Mindful Movement Group, Thursday is a Recovery Support Group and Sunday is a Nutrition Support Group. Please call for additional information or visit: www.arealworldrecovery.com.

 

 

Abby Penson, Ph.D., License#PSY21602

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Outpatient, Group Therapy, Support Groups

5855 Green Valley Circle, Suite 210, Culver City, CA

Additional Communities Served: West LA, Santa Monica, Venice, Manhattan Beach, Beverly Hills

Office: 323-580-3383

Website: www.abbypenson.com

Email: info@abbypenson.com

Treatment Model: Eclectic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Interpersonal, Family Systems, Multidisciplinary Team Approach when needed

Dr. Penson treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Night Eating Syndrome, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1996

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale

Dr. Abby Penson has specialized in the treatment of Eating Disorders for several years. She understands the challenges individuals face and offers a balance of support and challenge to help them regain control of their life.

Dr. Penson also offers a FREE ANAD Support Group.  Call for more information.
 

 

 

Hermosa Beach, CA (scan down)

Erica Hershey Jaffe, MFT

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Phone Counseling

2615 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 215, Hermosa Beach, CA 

Additional Communities Served: Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes, Torrance, Long Beach

Office: 310-379-7393

Email: EHJHeadspace@aol.com

Ms. Jaffe treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults.  She also works with Athletes and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2001

Payment Options: Cash/Check

Learn to trust yourself and accept support through a nurturing, safe environment...together we can begin to empower your healthy self and disempower your loud eating disorder voice.  Make the call that can help to bring peace and safety into your world....looking forward to hearing from you~

 

 

Diana Lipson-Burge, RD

The Energy Resource

Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling and Education, Group Therapy, Support Groups, Outpatient

2200 Pacific Coast Hwy. Suite 201 Hermosa Beach, CA

Additional Communities Served: Santa Monica, Orange County, Long Beach, South Bay (Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach)

Office: 310-318-9767

Email: Dianaburge@verizon.net

Treatment Model: Non-diet approach, individualized treatment, treatment team approach

Ms. Lipson-Burge treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents and adults.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1985

Payment Options: cash/check, sliding scale, credit cards, insurance (*provides superbill for insurance submission)

 

 

Donna Wolfe, Psy.D.

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Group Therapy, Support Groups

2200 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 207, Hermosa Beach, CA

Additional Communities Served: Manhattan Beach, South Bay Beach Cities

Office: 310-365-3772

Website: www.drdonnawolfe.com

Treatment Model: Eating disorders work well to cover up or deaden emotional responses and to alleviate tension. They can cause isolation, humiliation, frustration and depression. Using a non-diet approach, I help those with eating disorders to tolerate and recognize, identify and understand the emotions that maintain an eating disorder.

Dr. Wolfe treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Compulsive Exercisers, Compulsive Overeating, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2001

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale

Dr. Wolfe has worked with eating disordered patients in all stages of their illnesses. She understands how the pain, the shame, the rituals and the debilitating physical effects can interfere with your quality of life. She provides a safe, compassionate environment to explore your individual needs and to help you improve your self-image, eating behaviors, social environment and future.

 

 

El Segundo, CA (scan down)

Laurie G. Hawver, MA, MFT

Private practice/individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, group therapy, workshops

302 West Grand Ave., Suite #7 El Segundo, CA

Additional Communities Served: Entire South Bay (Manhattan, Redondo, Hermosa, Palos Verdes), Airport, Marina Del Ray, Westside

Office: 310-200-5027

Treatment Model: Psychodynamic and Cognitive-Behavioral

Ms. Hawver treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents and adults.

Payment Options: cash/check, insurance, sliding scale

 

 

Malibu, CA (scan down)  

Community Counseling for Families and Individuals 

Director: Carolyn Costin, MA, M.Ed., MFT

Individual therapy, family therapy, couples counseling, nutritional counseling, group therapy, workshops, community outreach

Mailing Address: 27162 Sea Vista Dr. Malibu, CA 90265 

Additional Communities Served:  West Los Angeles, Calabasas, Santa Monica, Malibu, Westlake Village, Santa Barbara

Office: 310-457-9958

Website: www.montenido.com

Email: mntc@montenido.com

Community Counseling treats all forms of eating disorders

Payment Options: cash/check, insurance, credit card, sliding scale

 

 

Monte Nido Treatment Center  

Director: Carolyn Costin, MA, M.Ed., MFT

Individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, residential treatment center, nutritional counseling, group therapy, support groups, partial hospitalization, outpatient

Mailing Address: 27162 Sea Vista Dr. Malibu, CA 90265

Additional Communities Served:  West Los Angeles, Calabasas, Santa Monica, Malibu, Nationwide

Office: 310-457-9958

Website: www.montenido.com

Email: mntc@montenido.com

Monte Nido is surrounded by national park, Monte Nido is a unique 6 bed facility for women with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa or exercise addiction. Nestled in the foothills of Malibu California, 5 minutes from the ocean, the program was designed by Carolyn Costin and other recovered professionals to take place in a homelike atmosphere where the skills and challenges necessary for full recovery can take place. With a staff of 30 they can ensure that each client's treatment is individualized and includes 4 individual therapy sessions per week. Monte Nido offers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy groups and individual therapy as well as experiential groups and mindfulness training. They also emphasize family and significant other involvement. Exercise and recreation are important parts of recovery therefore Monte Nido provides fitness training , yoga classes, hiking, equestrian therapy and much more. Carolyn Costin, the founder and clinical director, believes that individuals with eating disorders can be "recovered" where the goal is not only the absence of symptoms, but the resolution of whatever problems or needs the disordered behaviors are trying to express. For more information call 310-457-9958, email mntc@montenido.com or visit the website. 

Monte Nido was established in 1996 and has been a model for other programs.

Payment Options: cash/check, credit cards, will assist with billing insurance

 

 

Marina Del Rey, CA (scan down)

Erika Holmes, MA, MFT, License#46343

Individual Therapy/Private Practice

4519 Admiralty Way, Suite 200, Marina Del Rey, CA

Additional Communities Served: USC, LMU, Pepperdine, Chapman, Pepperdine, UCLA

Office: 310-429-7633

Email: erikaholmesmft@gmail.com

Treatment Model: I like to pull from all treatment models to see what works with each particular client. No two people are the same, no two eating disorders are the same. I tend to use attachment theory, sensory motor, and DBT the most. I do individualized DBT skills training as well. As an adjunct treatment you and I will work on specific skills to target ED behaviors. This frees you and your therapist up to work on the juicy stuff :)

Ms. Holmes treats Anorexia and Bulimia in adolescent and adult women. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2006

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale

 

 

Palos Verdes Estates, CA (scan down)

Gwen Schubert Grabb, MFT, License # MFC42684

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups

334 Tejon Place, Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Additional Communities Served: Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Torrance, Manhattan Beach, San Pedro

Office: 310-373-9090

Email: gwengrabb@gmail.com

Treatment Model: My approach is very individualized, but also very integrative. I use a combination of Self-Psychology, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral ( DBT), and Family Systems all aimed at challenging the loud and often critical thoughts of the eating disorder with more balanced and empowered beliefs. I have worked for Jewish Family Services, Antioch University Counseling Center and then exclusively with eating disorders for the past four years at the Southern California Psychology Group and Shoreline Treatment Center. My professional training and experience along with my personal journey to recovery have helped me to understand the many core issues involved and how important an authentic therapeutic relationship is to the healing process.

Ms. Grabb treats Anorexia and Bulimia; male and female adults. She also works with Binge Eating Disorder and Compulsive Overeating.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2005

Payment Options: Cash/Check

Palos Verdes Estates, CA/South Bay - Eating Disorder Support Group for Women over 30: Tuesday evenings beginning 5/26/09. Facilitator: Gwen Grabb, MFT. Location: 334 Tejon Place, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90277. Call 310 373-9090 for more information.

Palos Verdes Estates, CA/South Bay - Eating Disorder Recovery Group Forming. Facilitator: Gwen Grabb, MFT. Location: 334 Tejon Place, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90277. Call 310-373-9090 for more information.

 

 

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA (scan down)

Oceanaire- a Residential Eating Disorder Program for Women from Discovery Practice Management

Residential setting, partial hospitalization, individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, nutritional counseling, medical and psychiatric consultations/evaluations, group therapy, support groups

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA - Los Angeles, CA

Additional Communities Served: South Bay, Orange County, West Los Angeles, National and International

Office: 866-406-0166

Website: www.oceanaireeatingdisorders.com

Email: info@oceanaireinc.com

Oceanaire is a spacious residential six-bed setting in a serene and confidential location on the Palos Verdes Peninsula for young adult women struggling with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder or compulsive exercising. Nestled above one of the greens of the Los Verdes Country Club Golf Course, Oceanaire provides ocean vistas and Pacific Coast sunsets, creating a peaceful and healing environment for the mind and body. The home has a private interior courtyard swimming pool and lovely patio for outdoor relaxation and events. The space at Oceanaire provides a peaceful setting for healing where young adult women can safely and effectively address their issues and begin their path to recovery. Oceanaire provides an intensive treatment program with four private weekly therapy sessions, a strong family component including weekly family conjoint sessions, multi-educational groups including DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) groups, hands-on food exposure, restaurant outings, nutritional education, medical and psychiatric consultations, yoga, relaxation and stress management techniques and much more.

For more program details please contact our Intake Department, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Discovery Practice Management has been treating eating disorders for over the past decade

Payment Options: Oceanaire Accepts Insurance; please call for a courtesy benefit check

 

 

Santa Monica (scan down) 

A Journey Home Eating Disorder Center

Transitional Living Home, Partial Day Treatment, Individual Therapy, Nutritional Counseling, Psychiatric Consultation/Evaluation, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups

2121 Cloverfield Boulevard, Suite 131, Santa Monica, CA

Office: 800-634-1733

Website: www.anewjourney.net

Email: diahann@anewjourney.net

Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Psychopharmacology, Nutritional Counseling

A Journey Home Eating Disorder Center treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. They also work with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers and Binge Eating Disorder.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1996

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance

A New Journey Eating Disorder Center is proud to announce "A Journey Home" transitional living homes in Santa Monica for adult men and women working on eating disorder recovery.  These beautiful homes boast 17 beds which provide individuals with two options for level of safety and structure to compliment the Intensive Outpatient Program and the Partial Day Treatment Programs at A New Journey.  Individuals will compliment their exemplary treatment with structured activities, such as life skills groups, therapeutic outings, movie nights, 12 step meetings and meeting buddies, journaling and meditation time, intention setting circles and nightly debriefing, arts and crafts, cooking classes, and extra support around meal time and kitchen supervision.  Safety precautions are added as needed, and provided for Partial Day Treatment residents, addressing urine tox screens, locked medications and sharps, kitchen guidelines, bed checks, etc. A Journey Home opens their respective doors with love - welcoming all those who suffer from an eating disorder.

 

 

A New Journey Eating Disorder Center

Individual Therapy, Nutritional Counseling, Psychiatric Consultation/Evaluation, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups

2121 Cloverfield Boulevard, Suite 200, Santa Monica, CA

Office: 800-634-1733

Website: www.anewjourney.net

Email: dawn@anewjourney.net

Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Psychopharmacology, Nutritional Counseling

A New Journey Eating Disorder Center treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. They also work with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers and Binge Eating Disorder.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1996

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance

A New Journey Eating Disorder Center is a Santa Monica based Intensive Outpatient Program that provides state-of-the-art treatment for adolescents and adults suffering from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.  A New Journey Eating Disorder Center offers an innovative treatment option for individuals who do not require residential care and for those who need continuing care following completion of inpatient treatment.  A New Journey Eating Disorder Center provides the following therapeutic modalities: individual and group psychotherapy, body image group, meal planning and nutritional education, Dialectical behavioral therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Guided Imagery, Multifamily therapy groups, and various experiential therapies.

 

 

Dr. Philip L. Goglia, Doctor of Nutrition Counseling

Performance Fitness Concepts

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Nutritional Counseling

2701 Ocean Park Blvd, Suite 118, Santa Monica, CA

Additional Communities Served: Los Angeles, Venice, Beverly Hills, Bakersfield, Marina Del Rey

Office: 310-392-4080

Website: www.pfcnutrition.com

Email: philip@pfcnutrition.com

Dr. Goglia treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. He also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, and Pica.

Payment Options: Cash/Check

 

Neal Goldberg, LCSW

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy

2730 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 650, Santa Monica, CA

Additional Communities Served: All of West LA and Greater Los Angeles, including the Santa Clarita Valley

Office: 310-828-7915

Email: nealsg@earthlink.net

Treatment Model: Intensive one-on-one psychotherapy (psychodynamic/object relations supplemented by cognitive behavioral; family therapy; supportive parent counseling

Mr. Goldberg treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. He also works with Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1994

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards

My aim is to restore healthy eating habits by helping each person develop a real sense of who they are. For adults, so they can get what they want from life. For adolescents, so they can grow and live up to their full potential.

 

 

Debra Grant, MFT

Private Practice/individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, outpatient

3301 Ocean Park Blvd., Suite 203, Santa Monica, CA 

Additional Communities Served: Los Angeles and Orange County

Office: 310-396-3877

Treatment Model: Objects-Relations combined with Cognitive-Behavioral therapy

Ms. Grant treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents and adults. She also works with dancers with eating disorders.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1993

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance

 

 

Janeen Locker, Ph.D., License #17889

Private Practice/Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Phone Counseling, Media Consultation, Consultation for other mental health professionals treating eating disorders

1460 Seventh Street, Suite 306, Santa Monica, CA

Additional Communities Served: West Los Angeles, close to Santa Monica Community College and UCLA

Office: 310-850-3933

Website: www.drjaneenlocker.com

Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale (invoice available for clients who choose to get reimbursed by their insurance).

Dr. Locker is a licensed clinical psychologist who treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females; adolescents and adults. She has treated eating disorders at Yale University's student counseling center and within both inpatient and outpatient eating disorder facilities. In addition, she specializes in body image issues and has been published in magazines as a consultant on this topic. When necessary, she uses a team approach consisting of local registered dieticians, psychiatrists and bodyworkers who specialize in eating disorder treatment. She is proactive and honest with her clients especially when ambivalence for recovery is present.

 

 

Antonia Ludwig, MA, MFT

Private Practice/Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy

Office 1: 3331 Ocean Park Blvd., Suite 201, Santa Monica, CA

Office 2: 28230 Agoura Road, Suite 100, Agoura, CA

Additional Communities Served: West Los Angeles, Calabasas, Santa Monica, Malibu, Agoura, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park

Office: 310-262-4717 voice mail

Office: 310-314-9740

Treatment Model: Objects-Relations, Family Systems, Cognitive-Behavioral

Ms. Ludwig treats Anorexia and Bulimia

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1992

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

 

 

Stacie Murray, LCSW, CADC II, CEC, License#LCS23962

Private Practice/Individual Therapy/Couples Therapy/Phone Sessions/Health and Wellness Life Coaching

1460 7th Street, Suite 206, Santa Monica, CA

Additional Communities Served:  West Los Angeles, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Venice,

Office: 310-339-6383

Website: www.staciemurraylcsw.com

Email: stacielcsw@aol.com

Treatment Model: I offer nurturing and nonjudgmental therapy and life coaching services in a confidential setting. I structure the treatment to accommodate my client's schedules and individual needs. I use an eclectic approach with my clients tailoring the treatment to the client's needs.  Some of the approaches I often utilize in session are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Solution Focused Therapy. When appropriate, I use a holistic or mind-body-spirit approach. By living a more holistic life, I believe a sense of balance can be created that will reduce vulnerability to crises. I utilize a Strengths-Based approach, thereby building on successes made in the past. I help clients use creative problem solving skills that involve putting an emphasis on solutions rather than on problems.

Ms. Murray treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents and adults, as well as loved ones who are concerned about an individual with an eating disorder. She also works with Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, Compulsive Exercisers and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2004

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale, Insurance, Credit Cards

Ms. Murray is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the States of Florida and California, a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II, a Certified Addiction Professional, an International Drug and Alcohol Counselor, a Certified Health and Wellness Life Coach, and a Consultant, with over 15 years experience working in social services in both the United States and the United Kingdom. Ms. Murray is the Co-Chair of the HIV Mental Health Task Force in Los Angeles, California. She maintains a private psychotherapy and life coaching practice in Santa Monica, California, where she empowers both adults and adolescents to create optimal health and balance in their lives. Ms. Murray also has experience running workshops, presenting at conferences, and facilitating support groups in the community for both clients and providers on how to overcome eating disorders.  Ms. Murray draws on her own personal experience as a former triathelete in recovery for an eating disorder, her clinical and her professional experience in empowering individuals to remove stumbling blocks that impede them from reaching their healthcare goals.

 

 

Colleen Perry, LMFT 

Support Program for Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues 

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Group Therapy, Support Groups, Outpatient 

1247 Seventh Street, Suite 300, Santa Monica, CA

Additional Communities Served: Santa Monica, West Los Angeles, Brentwood, Beverly Hills, Westwood 

Office: 310-259-8970

Website: www.colleenperry.com

Email: www.colleenperry.com click "Contact" link 

Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, Needs Based Communication skills, Interpersonal Therapy and groups that offer nutrition counseling as well. In many cases the person with an eating disorder has learned to disregard their true feelings and needs. What emerges is a "false self"...a disconnection between the body and the mind. In groups and in private therapy, Colleen teaches clients how to regain their "true selves" by learning to safely express their real feelings and needs, how to reduce anxiety, regain control over food, and improve their body image. 

Ms. Perry treats Anorexia and Bulimia; females and males, adults, and adolescents. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). 

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2001 

Payment Options: Cash/Check

 

 

Lea Roussos, LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, License#MFC38398

Private Practice: Individual, Family Therapy. Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups, Online/Phone Counseling

1460 Seventh Street, Suite. 206, Santa Monica, CA

Office: 800-844-4545

Website: www.learoussos.com

Email: leamft@aol.com

Treatment Model: I work in a combination of ways using cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and narrative approaches. You, the client, are the expert in how your life has been successful in the past and what challenges are in the way for a successful life. I work collaboratively with you to overcome your eating disorder and live a more full and happy life.

Ms. Roussos treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1998

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

I have extensive experience working with eating disorders. I continue to work in supportive settings with other therapists who also treat eating disorders. I work both psychodynamically and apply cognitive behavioral methods that are helpful to my clients. I believe clients need an interactive therapist with knowledge and experience to help them stand up to the challenge of overcoming an eating disorder.  In addition, I treat individuals, couples and families struggling to support their family member.

Eating disorder support group, fee $60.00/session. Co-facilitated by 2 experienced licensed therapists; every Tuesday evening from 6:30 – 8:00pm. For more information contact Lea Roussos at 800-844-4545 or email leamft@aol.com.

 

 

Tely Toumani, MS, MFT

Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Holistic Healing, Outpatient

3130 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 550, Santa Monica, CA

Additional Communities Served:  Los Angeles, Westwood, Beverly Hills, San Fernando Valley, South Bay

Office: 310-572-2700

Treatment Model: Psychodynamic (Object Relations, Self Psychology, Intersubjective), Family Systems and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioral

Ms. Toumani treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1994

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

I believe that recovery from an eating disorder is a multifaceted experience, encompassing emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of being.  I tailor each client's treatment individually based on their unique needs, combining elements of psychodynamic theory, existential/humanistic philosophy, family systems theory, and spiritual elements such as mindfulness-based practices, delivered within an active, relational here-and-now focus.
 
In my work with clients, I draw upon not only my professional training and clinical experience, but also my own personal journey of recovery from an eating disorder.  In addition to my specialization in eating disorders, I also have expertise with related issues, including addictions, depression, anxiety/stress, relationship/intimacy issues, and self-esteem.

 

 

Lynn Tumpa, RD, Registered Dietitian

Nutritional Counseling, Holistic Healing, Support Groups, Phone Counseling

1333 Oak Street, Santa Monica, CA

Office: 310-437-3496

Website: www.lynntumpa.com

Email: lynntumpa@hotmail.com

Treatment Model: By learning the basics of Intuitive Eating, Lynn helps her clients create a roadmap that allows them to drop their negative thoughts and behavior patterns which perpetuate unhealthy relationships with food. A unique combination of nutrition and yogic science are key ingredients behind Lynn's practice. The result is greater insight to ones higher self where wisdom resides.

Ms. Tumpa treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2001

Payment Options: Cash/Check

 

 

Torrance, CA (scan down)

Del Amo Behavioral Health Eating Disorders Program

Individual Therapy, Nutritional Therapy, Medical Evaluation, EMDR, Outpatient, Inpatient, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Art Therapy and Body Image Groups, Inpatient, Support Groups*

23700 Camino Del Sol, Torrance, CA

Additional Communities Served: South Bay, Orange County, Los Angeles County, Nationwide

Office: 800-533-5266

Website: www.delamotreatment.com

Email: teri.zartman@uhsinc.com

Treatment Model: Del Amo Behavioral Health Eating Disorders Program is an intensive, comprehensive inpatient program for adult men and women diagnosed with eating disorders. Patients receive specialized treatment for Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Compulsive Overeating and Eating Disorders Not Otherwise Specified, including binge eating disorder.

Del Amo also offers an evening intensive outpatient program. The Eating Disorders IOP program is based on a 6 week recovery model that addresses the psychological, physiological and socio-cultural aspects of eating disorders. The program offers a structured, multidimensional treatment approach in a therapeutic outpatient environment. The goal is to assist patients in their journey toward health. The program offers multi-disciplinary group therapy and individualized treatment planning to address the underlying psychological issues that are known to perpetuate eating disorders in order to achieve long term recovery. The licensed Therapist and Registered Dietician work together to provide a comprehensive clinical treatment program.

Del Amo Behavioral Health Eating Disorders Program treats Anorexia and Bulimia; for male and female adults. Del Amo Behavioral Health Eating Disorders Program also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Pica, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1974

Payment Options: cash/check, insurance, credit cards, Medicare

Del Amo Behavioral Health Eating Disorders Program is Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). For more information regarding the Eating Disorders Inpatient and Intensive Outpatient Programs, please call 800-533-5266 or visit www.delamotreatment.com.

 

 

Robbin I. Gregson, MFT, License#MFT31330

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Group Therapy, Phone Counseling

24520 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 106, Torrance, CA 

Additional Communities Served: Palos Verdes, Beach Cities, San Pedro, Long Beach

Office: 310-768-2369

Website: www.wyweight.com

Email: Robbin@wyweight.com

Treatment Model: Psychodynamic, insight oriented, cognitive/behavioral treatment. Robbin has dedicated herself to working with those who suffer from eating disorders for the past 20 years. She has real knowledge regarding the inner workings of disordered eating through her own personal and professional experience. Robbin has a private practice in Torrance, CA and is an instructor at California State University where she teaches other health care professionals to diagnosis and treat eating disorders.

Ms. Gregson treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1987

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale

Ms. Gregson has devoted her professional life to the treatment of all types of eating disorders for the past 20 years. She is a licensed psychotherapist with a practice in the South Bay. She herself has fully recovered from an eating disorder for over 25 years. She knows that recovering from an eating disorder is a process of self discovery and changing some behavioral choices. She enjoys working with those who are suffering from this disorder using a team approach which includes referrals to physicians, registered dieticians and psychiatrists who also understand eating disorders.

Robbin is currently leading a monthly group for pre and post operative surgical obesity patients. The group open to the public at no charge, however a reservation is required. The group meets the first Saturday of every month. This group is affiliated with the South Bay Coastal Obesity Center.

 

 

Michele Manarino RD, Registered Dietitian

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient

23440 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite. 220, Torrance, CA

Additional Communities Served: Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach

Office: 310-378-3360

Treatment Model: Nutrition Counseling, Non-Diet Approach, individualized treatment

Ms. Manarino treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome and Compulsive Overeating.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2000

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Sliding Scale

Ms. Manarino has been working with individuals with Eating Disorders for seven years in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

 

 

Linda E. Schack, MD

Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Private Practice/adolescent medicine, outpatient

3400 Lomita Blvd., Suite 300, Torrance CA

Additional Communities Served: Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes

Office: 310-325-4353

Email: mail@lschack.com

Treatment Model: Multi-disciplinary treatment team approach

Dr. Schack treats Anorexia and Bulimia; specializes in working with teens and young adults

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1990

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Mastercard/Visa, Insurance

 

 

Torrance Memorial Medical Center - Medical Stabilization Program for Patients with Eating Disorders

Medical Director Linda E. Schack M.D.

Medical Stabilization, Medical Evaluation, Inpatient, Refeeding

3400 Lomita Blvd., Suite 300, Torrance, CA

Additional Communities Served: Long Beach, Los Angeles, South Bay, Palos Verdes Peninsula, San Pedro

Office: 310-325-4353

Website: www.torrancememorial.org

Email: mail@lschack.com

Treatment Model: Medical Stabilization, Treatment Team Approach (includes adolescent/young adult medicine specialist, psychologist, psychiatrist, registered dietitian). This program is appropriate for patients who require acute medical hospitalization.

Torrance Memorial treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents and young adults. Torrance Memorial also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance

The Torrance Memorial Hospital Medical Stabilization Program for patients with Eating Disorders is a multidisciplinary, initial phase hospital treatment setting for adolescents and young adults ages 13 to 28. The treatment team is highly experienced in eating disorders and includes an adolescent medicine specialist, licensed psychologist, adolescent psychiatrist, registered dietitian, registered nurses, and a recreational therapist. The program is ideal for clients desiring to enter a residential treatment facility, but who do not meet minimum weight or other medical admission criteria.

 

 

West Los Angeles, CA (scan down)

Dawn Delgado, MS, LMFT, License#MFCC44242

Inspire Evolve Counseling

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Support Groups, Phone Counseling

2001 S. Barrington Ave Suite 117, West Los Angeles, CA

Additional Communities Served: Santa Monica, Brentwood, Malibu, Culver City, Venice, West Hollywood, UCLA

Office: 310-633-9416

Website: www.inspireevolvecounseling.com

Email: inspireevolve@hotmail.com

Treatment Model: I use an integrative approach, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, spiritual development, family systems approaches, and personalized art and written "homework" assignments to develop individualized treatment plans aimed at empowering individuals working toward recovery.

Ms. Delgado treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder OCD.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2004

Payment Options: Cash/Check

Dawn serves on the IAEDP board for LA Chapter as the Membership Chair. She has worked in inpatient and outpatient eating disorder treatment facilities since 2002, including holding the position of Program Director for Center for Discovery's Downey and Lakewood facilities. In addition to her private practice, Inspire Evolve Counseling, Dawn currently holds the position of Clinical Director for A New Journey's intensive outpatient eating disorder treatment center in Santa Monica.

 

 

Sari Fine Shepphird, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist, License #20922

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Outpatient, Coaching, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups, Phone Counseling

2550 Overland Avenue, Suite 100, West Los Angeles, CA

Additional Communities Served: Santa Monica, Culver City, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Marina Del Rey. Her private practice is located near both the UCLA and University of Southern California (USC) Campuses.

Office: 310-826-4300

Website: www.moving4ward.info

Treatment Model: An eclectic combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, nutrition counseling, solution-focused therapy, and short-term therapy (when appropriate).

Dr. Shepphird treats most forms of eating disorders; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1994

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Blue Cross PPO Insurance, Sliding Scale

Dr. Shepphird has been working with eating disorders since 1989, beginning as a women's Peer Counselor. She received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology in 1996 and now specializes in treating eating disorders in a private practice setting.  Dr. Shepphird also speaks locally to groups and organizations about eating disorder issues.  She is also the author of 100 Questions and Answers about Anorexia Nervosa (Jones & Bartlett Publishing).

West Los Angeles/Santa Monica, CA: "Women & Food" Eating Disorders Support Group." For women ages 18 and older who are looking for a supportive environment in which to discuss struggles with disordered eating patterns and/or body image disturbance. This group currently meets Wednesday evenings, 7:30 pm (low fee available). The group therapist has over 17 years experience with eating disorders. For more information call Dr. Sari Shepphird at 310- 826-4300 or visit www.moving4ward.info.

 

 

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