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Jane Baxter, Ph.D.
PsychFit, Inc
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Phone Counseling
2000 P Street NW, Suite 510, Washington, DC (Two blocks from Dupont Circle metro)
Additional Communities Served: DC metro area, Montgomery Country, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince Georges County, Georgetown University, GWU, AU, Marymount, Catholic University, Trinity College
Office: 202-744-4381
Website: www.psychfitinc.com
Email: janebaxterphd@gmail.com
Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, Nutrition/Exercise Counseling, Psychodynamic; Individual and Group Psychotherapy.
Dr. Baxter treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents and adults. Dr. Baxter also works with Athletes, 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: 1997
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Credit Cards
I believe in looking at the identity of the person as a whole, that the eating disorder does not define who they are no matter how much it is on their minds. Looking at the whole person requires knowledge of their mental/emotional health, as well as their physical and nutritional health. I am an addictions specialist as well as a certified personal trainer and sports nutritionist; I studied these areas with great passion and interest because I value understanding these areas and feel each needs to be addressed in order for the individual to fully recover. Please visit my webpage at www.psychfitinc.com for more information about my philosophy and treatment approach.
Sarah Bennett, Ph.D. License # DC PSY1000686
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Group Therapy
4545 42nd Street NW, Suite 202, Washington, DC
Additional Communities Served: MD, VA, American University, Georgetown University, George Washington University
Office: 202-630-4714
Website: www.sarahbennettphd.com
Email: sarahbennettphd@gmail.com
Treatment Model: Dr. Bennett treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents and adults. She also works with Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 2004
Payment Options: Cash/Checks, Credit Cards
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, or other eating difficulties. I use evidence-based practices which have scientific support for their effectiveness. I use family based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, self-psychology, and adolescent focused individual therapy to help individuals in their recovery. I believe that full recovery is possible and that family plays an integral role in recovery. I involve family as much as possible, particularly in working with younger individuals.
Suzanne M. Brigham, Ph.D.
Private Practice/Individual counseling, family therapy, group therapy
Washington DC
Office: 202-362-3175
Dr. Brigham treats all form of eating disorders; males and females, adolescents and adults.
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 1973
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale
Elizabeth P. Davenport, MPH, RD, LD
Nutritional Counseling
2440 M Street NW, Suite 411, Washington DC
Communities Served: Georgetown University, George Washington University, American University Metro Accessible (Foggy Bottom Metro)
Office: 202-997-6372Email: epdavenport@gmail.com
Treatment Model: Ms. Davenport provides nutrition counseling for children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of eating disorders.
Ms. Davenport treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females; children, adolescents and adults. She also works with Athletes, Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and Laxative Abuse.
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 2002
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards
Brock Hansen, LCSW
Change for Good Coaching and Counseling
Private Practice/Individual Therapy, Outpatient, Hypnosis, Family Therapy, Couples Counseling, Support Groups, Telephone Coaching
3801 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 100D, Washington DC
Additional Communities Served: Nationwide Telephone Coaching
Office: 202-362-3009
Website:
www.change-for-good.org
Email:
brockhansenlcsw@aol.com
Treatment Model: Author of Shame and Anger: The Criticism Connection (www.shameandanger.net) offering cognitive behavioral treatment augmented by hypnosis and neurolinguistic programming techniques. Telephone coaching and group coaching for behavioral change also available.
Mr. Hansen treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents and adults. Mr. Hansen also works with Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 1982
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance
No support group near you? Try this telephone support group conducted by Brock Hansen, LCSW with over 25 years experience in treatment of Eating Disorders. The group will be offered once a month, on the Second Thursday of each month at 2 PM Eastern Time. Alternative times will be considered based on participant input. Because the group is conducted through a bridge line, interested persons must contact Brock Hansen by email in order to receive instructions about calling in. For more information, see the Telephone Coaching Groups page at
www.change-for-good.org.
Lisa Himmelfarb, LICSW, RD
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Coaching, Couples Therapy, Groups
3000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 110, Washington, DC
Office: 202-249-1880
Website: www.LisaHimmelfarb.com
Treatment Model: While I utilize Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy and a Non-Diet Approach to Nutrition Counseling, I tailor treatment to each individual based on their needs and desired outcomes.
Ms. Himmelfarb treats Anorexia and Bulimia in adult women. She also works with Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity and Compulsive Overeating.
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 1995
Payment Options: Cash/Check
My passion is to work with people who want to have a better relationship with food and their body. Through my warm and interactive approach I can help you gain an understanding of how unhealthy and sabotaging behaviors started, why they are important in your life now and how to find more satisfying ways to begin to live without them. Food and weight-related behaviors have evolved over a life time so be patient, change is a process. We will work at a pace that feels comfortable to you.
Elaine Klionsky, JD, Ph.D, LLC
Private Practice/Individual Therapy, Coaching, Couples Therapy, Hypnosis, Group Therapy
Office 1: 2000 P Street N.W., Suite 510, Washington, DC
Office 2: 6917 Arlington Road, Suite 223, Bethesda, MD
Additional Communities Served: Rockville, Kensington, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Georgetown University (including Georgetown Law School), George Washington University, and American University, Silver Spring, University of Maryland
Website: www.klionskytherapymetrodc.com
Office: 301-718-8100
Treatment Model: My approach is primarily psychodynamic (object relations and self psychology) in that I perceive eating disorders as attempts to cope with painful feelings or underlying issues ranging from sadness to trauma. Unfortunately, the individual's attempt to soothe, distract, and/or protect themselves through food has evolved into a self-destructive pattern. When treating individuals, I utilize psychodynamic treatment; but, I strive to incorporate a variety of models such as cognitive behavioral in order to create the treatment which will be most beneficial for each client.
Dr. Klionsky treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents and adults. She also works with Athletes, Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 1996
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale
I seek to establish a collaborative, working relationship with each client. This means listening to the needs of the individual and recognizing that each client's treatment may be different. My initial focus in on supporting clients who may feel scared, ashamed, and out of control in addition to helping them reduce dysfunctional patterns of behavior. However, lasting improvement requires insight and internal change. Clients engaged in psychotherapy work hard. They develop an understanding of how their specific form of an eating disorder developed and how that disorder helps (or had helped) them deal with painful feelings Clients also examine the fears associated with a healthier lifestyle and move toward seeing self-care as attractive and positive. Eating disorders (like all compulsive and self-destructive behavior) may, at times, mask underlying trauma. As a licensed psychologist with many years of training and experience, trauma is part of my area of expertise. However, clients requiring repeating hospitalization and/or "on-call" services would be better served with a clinician associated with a clinic or hospital.
Jamie Larson RD, LD, License #DI100000415
Nutritional Counseling
2440 M Street NW, Suite 429, Washington, DC
Additional Communities Served: Georgetown University, George Washington University, American University
Office: 202-674-4270
Website:
www.jamielarsonRD.comEmail: Nutrition@jamielarsonRD.com
Treatment Model: Jamie specializes in the treatment of all types of eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, EDNOS, compulsive overeating, binge eating, and compulsive exercise. She has extensive experience working in intensive treatment and individual outpatient settings, collaborating with other providers to facilitate continuity of care. She also has experience working with clients preparing for and recovering from bariatric surgery. Jamie works with clients in all phases of recovery, meeting the person where they are at; providing motivation, a sense of accountability, and hope for recovery. She works with clients to reach individual goals including a return to intuitive eating and improvement of body image. Jamie is also a registered yoga teacher and has developed programs at prominent treatment centers to incorporate breath work and movement into intensive programming.
Ms. Larson treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents and adults. She also works with Athletes, Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Sonja Linn, Ph.D., License's #PSY1000207; #MD3701
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups
2440 M Street, NW, Suite 411, Washington, DC
Additional Communities Served: Foggy Bottom, Dupont Circle, Georgetown. Near George Washington University, Georgetown University and American University. Metro accessible and ample building and on street parking available.
Office: 202-887-8088
Website: www.drsonjalinn.com
Email: sonja.linn@yahoo.com
Treatment Model: I use psychodynamic, interpersonal, experiential and cognitive-behavioral treatment approaches in individual and group therapy, and work collaboratively with nutritionists and psychiatrists.
Dr. Linn treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents and adults. She also works with Athletes, Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 1992
Payment Options: Cash/Check
I work with clients to address both the behaviors and the emotional meaning of their eating disorders so that they can not only understand the reasons their eating disorders evolved, but also develop new ways of coping, and more comfort accessing and expressing feelings. I offer my warmth and compassion and work to provide a safe, comfortable environment as we work together through the recovery process.
Kimberly M. Smith, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy
1234 19th Street, NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC
Additional Communities Served: Dupont Circle, George Washington University, American University, Georgetown University, Georgetown area
Office: 301-538-3762
Email:
kimmsmithphd@yahoo.com
Treatment Model: Treating poor body image and eating disordered behavior using primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal approaches. Work with a team of dietician, physician and psychiatrist as needed.
Dr. Smith treats all major forms of eating disorders in adolescent and adult women. She also works with Athletes, Compulsive Exercisers and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 1998
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Sliding Scale
Dr. Smith has worked extensively with adolescents and adults struggling with anorexia, bulimia, and body image concerns. She was a member of the AZ board for International Eating Disorder Professionals for three years and has presented to young adults in the community to increase eating disorder awareness and prevention.
Angela M. Snyder, Psy.D., License #PSY1000506
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy
2440 M Street, Suite 411, Washington, DC
Additional Communities Served: DC metro area, including Foggy Bottom, Dupont Circle, West End, Georgetown, and Northern Virginia. Located near The George Washington University, Georgetown University, American University. Metro accessible and on-street parking.
Office: 202-549-7310
Website: www.drangelasnyder.com
Email: drangelamsnyder@gmail.com
Treatment Model: I work in a very caring, calming, and non-judgmental manner. I will help you to understand the sources of your struggles with eating and body image so that you can gain greater clarity and compassion for what has led you to where you are today. We will work together so that you can be more mindful of your thoughts, feelings, and hopes. This will help you to develop better coping skills and make new choices that ultimately will lead to more satisfying work, play, and relationships.
Dr. Snyder treats Anorexia and Bulimia in adolescent and adult women. She also works with Athletes, Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 2003
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale
I also collaborate with nutritionists and psychiatrists as needed to provide comprehensive care.
Kimberly Burghardt Sutter, Ph.D., DC Psychologist License #PSY1000045
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient
2440 M Street, NW, Suite 429, Washington DC
Additional Communities Served: DC Metro area, Georgetown University, GWU, American University, Catholic University, Arlington County, 4 blocks from Foggy Bottom Metro
Office: 202-669-1172
Treatment Model: Psychodynamic and Interpersonal
Dr. Sutter treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents and adults. Dr. Sutter also works with Athletes, Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity and Compulsive Overeating.
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 1992
Payment Options: Cash/Check
Meghan Voris, LICSW
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Group Therapy
2405 I St. NW, Suite 2A, Washington DC
Additional Office Location: 4900 Massachusetts Ave NW, Suite 111, Washington, DC
Office: 202-841-8681
Email: mvorislicsw@gmail.com
Treatment Model: My area of expertise is in the treatment of eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, disordered eating, compulsive overeating). I worked for five years in a residential treatment program for eating disorders and have also worked in college counseling centers providing eating disorder treatment and prevention. I utilize both cognitive behavioral techniques to manage eating disorder symptoms and psychodynamic approaches to address underlying causes.
Ms. Voris treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents and adults. She also works with Athletes, Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders since the Year: 2000
Payment Options: Cash/Check
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