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Atascadero, San Luis Obispo, Shell Beach
Cyndy Smith, MFT
Private practice/individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy, group therapy, outpatient, support groups*, community outreach, consultations and presentations
7350 El Camino Real, Suite 104, Atascadero CA
Additional Communities Served: All of San Luis Obispo County (Morro Bay, Arroyo Grande, etc.), Cal Poly, Cuesta College, and Northern Santa Barbara County
Office: 805-462-1503
Treatment Model: A Holistic, Humanistic & Cognitive Behavioral approach is combined to assist clients in learning not to fear their needs or wants and how to separate the true self from the eating disorder. "An eating disorder cannot live without us, but only without an eating disorder can we truly live!" Finding ways to separate from the eating disorder takes a great deal of care, understanding and strength. Cyndy works with her clients to move the energy, drive and creativity used to foster the eating disorder into their personal recovery path to reclaim hope, life and love. Her private practice is in a confidential and caring setting where both tears and laughter are a part of the healing process.
Ms. Smith treats all form of eating disorders; males and females; children, adolescents and adults. Additional expertise in dealing with sexual trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorders, PTSD, domestic violence, and grief and loss issues.
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1982
Payment options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale
Support Groups: On-going therapy group available for those suffering as a result of restrictive eating, binge-eating, and/or purging. The group meets once a week. The fee is $25.00 per group session. Interested group members should contact Cyndy Smith MFT at 805-462-1503 for more information. This group is offered in conjunction with the N. County Women's Resource Center.
San Luis Obispo, CA (scan down)
Erin Elfant-Rea Ph.D., License # PSY19879
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Intensive Outpatient Program, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups, Phone Counseling
1540 Marsh Street, Suite 260, San Luis Obispo, CA
Additional Communities Served: San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Santa Maria, Paso Robles
Office: 805-540-0636
Website: www.eatingdisordertreatmentslo.com
Email: elfantrea@me.com
Treatment Model: I treat adults and adolescents suffering from anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating, compulsive over-exercising, food obsessions, disturbed body image, depression, anxiety and other related psychiatric problems. I provide a safe, effective, and nurturing environment in which to improve physical, emotional, and interpersonal functioning. I use empirically supported treatments that not only help restore healthy eating behavior but also work to resolve the underlying issues that brought about the onset of the eating disorder. I utilize a non-dieting approach to overcoming eating disorders emphasizing the value of understanding the underlying issues at the root of the disease.
Dr. Elfant-Rea treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, Night Eating Syndrome, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1998
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale
Besides eating disorders, I treat co-occurring disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, anxiety, chemical dependency, borderline personality disorder, pain disorder, and panic disorder. I also provide my clients with many modalities of treatment, including individual, group, and family therapy. For adolescents, I am trained in the Family-Based Approach/ Maudsley Method. I was the founding Clinical Director for two eating disorder programs in the Bay area. I am confident in my ability to help adults and teens get the type of lasting recovery that they deserve.
Heidi Lewin-Miller, LMFT, RD
Private practice/individual therapy, nutrition counseling, outpatient, holistic healing, family therapy, couples therapy, phone counseling
1110 California Blvd., Suite E, San Luis Obispo, CA
Additional Communities Served: All of San Luis Obispo County plus Northern Santa Barbara County, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Office: 805-549-9778
Treatment Model: Ms. Lewin-Miller blends Cognitive Behavioral, Experiential, Gestalt, Feminist Approach, Metaphor, Sand tray Therapy, humor and her own version of a non-diet approach. She also offers Nutrition Counseling separate or in conjunction with therapy, depending on the severity of the ED and depending on whether there is a treatment team or not. Ms Lewin-Miller collaborates with other health professionals whenever needed.
Ms. Lewin-Miller treats all form of eating disorders; males and females; children (ages 12 and up), 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: 1983
Payment options: Cash/Check, Insurance (some plans), Sliding Scale
I embark with each client on their journey to recovery with hope, a belief in full recovery and patience. I aim to uncover the purpose the ED serves in their life, provide tools to help them divorce their ED, and to ultimately find meaning and a rich life beyond the ED. I think that my background as a therapist and a dietitian enables me to help my clients in a unique and holistic way!
Cynthia Saffell RD, LCSW, CEDS, License #15875
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Phone Counseling
1305 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Office # 2: 2505 W. Shaw Ave. Bldg. A, Fresno, CA
Additional Communities Served: Cal Poly, Questa college, Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Santa Maria, Shell Beach, Los Osos, Paso Robles
Office: 805-704-4141
Website: www.sloeatingdisorders.com
Email: cynthia@sloeatingdisorders.com
Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, client centered and holistic approach that is influenced by Gestalt Therapy and mindfulness techniques. I am also a Registered Yoga Teacher and a meditation teacher, which is incorporated into therapy when appropriate for the client.
Ms. Saffell treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1985
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Medicare
Susan S. Swadener, PhD, RD
Private practice/individual therapy, nutritional counseling, lecturer, support groups
Offices in Los Osos, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA
Office: 805-528-1926
Dr. Swadener treats all form of eating disorders. Also works with infants and children with feeding problems.
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1974
Payment options: Cash/Check, Insurance
Support groups are co-facilitated with psychotherapist and deal with binge eating disorder. Call for more information.
Marlena Tanner, RD, Registration #929304
Nutritional Counseling, Intensive Outpatient Program, Phone Counseling
1190 Marsh Street, Suite G, San Luis Obispo, CA
Additional Communities Served: Cambria, Shell Beach, Cal Poly State University, Cuesta College, Atascadero; from Santa Maria to Big Sur
Office: 805-591-0712
Website: www.newtritioncounseling.com
Email: marlena@newtritioncounseling.com
Treatment Model: I offer individual nutrition counseling, meal support, group and individual nutrition education, phone and text support, family psycho-education including guidance through the Maudsley method. Some of the treatment approaches I take include the non-diet approach, "Breaking Free" principles, and intuitive eating; teaching my clients how to reconnect to their bodies and self-trust. I challenge distorted thoughts regarding food and nutrition, engage clients in goal setting, food journaling and incorporate non-punitive exercise when appropriate. I offer individual meal plans, initially basing them on safe foods. I often use the exchange system to create structure with freedom from calorie counting.
Ms. Tanner treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, Night Eating Syndrome, Pica and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2003
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Cencal Insurance, Sliding Scale
Being recovered myself from an eating disorder, I have a unique understanding of the inner workings of the disorder. Besides accepting private clients I also work as a consultant for an intensive outpatient program. I believe in each client's ability to fully recover. In my work, I strive to support each client in healing their relationship to body and self.
Angela R. Wurtzel, MFT, CEDS
Private Practice/individual therapy, outpatient, couples counseling, family counseling, group therapy
1305 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA
Office #2: 27 East Victoria St, Rear Cottage, Santa Barbara, CA
Additional Communities Served: Santa Ynez, Santa Maria, Ventura ,Santa Barbara, Carpinteria
Office: 805-884-9794
Website: www.angelawurtzelmft.com
Email: angela@angelawurtzelmft.com
Treatment Model: Angela specializes in the psychological treatment and guidance for women of all ages working to overcome eating disorders, self-injury and compulsive shopping. Her expertise lies in the emotional and personal development of each person she works with. She combines a high level of clinical skill with understanding and a safe, empathic environment. She helps individuals to identify underlying feelings and emotions, and to express them with out needing to harm themselves. Angela's goal is to help her clients achieve a life free from destructive tendencies.
Ms. Wurtzel treats Anorexia and Bulimia in females; children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder and Obesity.
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1998
Payment Options: Cash/Check
I specialize in guidance for women of all ages working to overcome disordered eating and related compulsive behaviors. My expertise lies in the emotional and personal development of each individual I work with. My insight oriented therapy results in greater self confidence and self worth. Please contact me with any questions, or to set up a free consultation. If you or someone you care deeply about is seeking professional care, call Angela Wurtzel at 805-884-9794.
Women and Eating Disorders Group Therapy: Through an emotionally secure and confidential therapeutic environment participants can explore freely their own needs and objectives while overcoming eating disordered behaviors. New groups are forming now, call for more information.
Central Coast Intensive ED Program
Director: Francie White MS, RD
Day Treatment, Individual Therapy, College/University Counseling Program, EMDR, Nutritional Counseling, Medical Evaluation, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Coaching, EMDR, Holistic Healing, Support Groups, Phone Counseling
1851 Shell Beach Road, Shell Beach, CA
Second Address: 27 E. Victoria, Suite N, Santa Barbara, CA
Additional Communities Served: Santa Barbara, Atascadero, UCSB, Cal Poly, Santa Ynez Valley and San Luis Obispo
Office: 805-688-5057
Website: www.centralcoastiop.com
Email: info@centralcoastiop.com
Treatment Model: They use a combination of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and Jungian approach alongside progressive nutrition plans ultimately using intuitive eating. Our program includes yoga, art therapy, dream work while also including dynamic, inspirational goal setting and recovery contracting. They have family support groups, weekend workshops, and highly trained experienced, compassionate staff.
Central Coast Intensive ED Program treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. They also work with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Pica, 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: 2006
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance (UCSB, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Aetna, UBH)
Central Coast Intensive ED Program is a 9-15 hour/week program, covered by most insurance located in 3 cities: Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez Valley and San Luis Obispo. They offer comprehensive care for adolescents and adults, male and female. They personalize each individual's treatment plan to pace their recovery appropriately. Their groups are well attended, and include meal encounters according to each patient's individual meal plan. They coordinate services with referring psychotherapists, physicians and psychiatrists, so patients continue seeing their own therapist if needed. Their groups include field trips such as beach walks, ceramics studio work, yoga, restaurant experiences and excellent family support and education groups.
Debra Riley MFT, License #45262
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient Program, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Phone Counseling
1851 Shell Beach Road, Shell Beach, CA
Additional Communities Served: Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara
Office: 805-886-6921
Email: debril8@gmail.com
Treatment Model: I like to pull from all treatment models to see what works with each individual client. Every client is unique and has their own journey to uncover and discover. I have a multi-disciplinary approach; Cognitive, Gestalt, Art Therapy, Somatic therapy, etc. I utilize a team approach working with other professionals (RD's , Psychiatrists, physicians) as needed.
Ms. Riley treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Bariatric Surgery Assistance, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2002
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale
Debra Riley is a specialist in the area of eating disorders and exercise addiction. She has worked for five years as a primary therapist and group facilitator at Central Coast Outpatient Program with both the male and female population suffering from anorexia, bulimia compulsive over eaters and exercise addiction. Debra also has a private practice with adults, adolescents, couples and families on a variety of issues, including eating disorders, addictions, and relationship issues. In addition to being a therapist , Debra is also involved with Somatic therapy involving movement.
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