Eating Disorder Treatment of Anorexia and Bulimia

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Monte Nido Eating Disorder Treatment for Anorexia and Bulimia

 

276 Area Code (scan down)  

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434 Area Code (scan down)

Charlottesville, VA (scan down)

Kate Bruno, RD, CPT

On Track! Nutrition and Fitness Consulting

Private Practice/Individual Counseling, Nutritional Counseling, Group Therapy, Support Groups, Body Image Workshops, Personal Training

3479 Preddy Creek Rd., Charlottesville, VA

Additional Communities Served: Richmond, Lexington, Lynchburg, Washington DC; long-distance services available via email and phone consultations.

Office: 434-923-4520 

Website: www.ontracknutrition.com

Email: ontrack26@embarqmail.com

Treatment Model: Multi-Disciplinary Treatment Team Approach

Ms. Bruno treats all form of eating disorders; males and females, children, adolescents and adults. Support groups for adolescent and adult women.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1992

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards

Body Image Workshop: The program is 6 sessions long and very progressive in nature. Work includes everything from self-esteem, body image and wellness, to stress, media, culture, physiology, etc. Activities include expressive art and writing, outdoor experience, guest speakers, etc. This program provides many applicable lifelong tools. $350 program fee.

Women's Support Group: The group is meant to delve into many of the emotional aspects of being a woman in today's society, finding a "full recovery" from eating and body image issues, and rendering/receiving ongoing support on all levels (relationships, family, career, wellness, self-love, moderation, spirituality, sexuality, etc). The group meets for an hour each week and time commitment ranges from 6 weeks to six months. $150 per month (4 sessions).

Group Exercise (men and women cleared for exercise): 6 week program on strength, agility, cardiovascular, and flexibility training. All fitness levels welcomed. Involves an integration of both theory and application, so that individual work on progressive routines after the group is done continues. This program offers life-long education and awareness so that participants will always know how, what, when, etc to apply a particular fitness plan to their lifestyle. $250 program fee. 

Adolescent Health and Wellness: 6 week program with option to continue. Work on nutrition, fitness, and body image in theory and application. Art, exercise, simple meal/snack prep, and intensive work on building self-esteem and body-image. Girls and boys ages 5-12 welcome. $350 program fee.

On Line Chat Support Group: Tues. nights from 8:30-9:30pm EST, $15 per session, secure web based group, topic based, facilitated by Kate Bruno, call or e-mail for more details.

 

 

540 Area Code (scan down)

Fredericksburg, VA (scan down)

Alysson Chickneas, M.A., LPC, NCC

Mental Health Resources

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

412 Chatham Square Office Park, Fredericksburg, VA

Office: 540-899-9826 

Website: www.mentalhealthresourcespc.com

Email:  alyssonc@msn.com

Treatment Model: I believe that each adolescent girl has a calling and purpose for her life. As I come along side each young lady struggling with an eating disorder, I help her find motivation and hope for her future. I use an individualized approach that fits each clients personality and needs. I typically use cognitive behavioral, person centered and DBT therapies. It is my pleasure to help young women fight the battle against ED (the eating disorder).

Ms. Chickneas treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, and adolescents. Ms. Chickneas also works with Obesity, Food Addiction, Bariatric Surgery Assistance, Compulsive Overeating, Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Night Eating Syndrome, and Binge Eating Disorder.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2004

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance (most insurances, please call for more information)

I have been an eating disorders specialist for 6 years. I have worked in intensive outpatient, partial hospital and inpatient programs. I specialize in treating children and adolescents from ages 12-18.

 

 

571 and 703 Area Codes (scan down)

Alexandria, VA (scan down)

Maureen E. Lyon, Ph.D., ABPP

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Intensive Outpatient Program

803 Franklin Street, Alexandria, VA

Additional Communities Served: Arlington, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Washington, D.C., Montgomery County, Prince George's County

Office: 703-836-3217 

Website: www.drmaureenlyon.com

Email: maureen.lyon@cox.net

Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic Short-Term Intensive Psychotherapy. Client is required to be in treatment with a physician who will monitor vital signs and/or medication and be in treatment with a dietician or nutritionist.

Dr. Lyon 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, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1988

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards

My approach to the treatment of eating disorders is very much Solution Focused. My aim is to unburden my clients of the food/body-image obsessive internal dialogue that often accompanies individuals who struggle with eating issues. I draw from a myriad of theoretical perspectives including cognitive behavioral treatment (CBT) and psychodynamic modalities (ISTDP). Let me show you how a positive therapeutic relationship can enable you to free yourself from the constraints associated with eating issues and eating disorders.

 

 

Deborah L. Taylor, LICSW

Private Practice/Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Coaching, EMDR, Hypnosis, Phone Counseling

1801 N. Quaker Lane, Alexandria, VA

Additional Communities Served: Arlington, VA; DC

Office: 571-235-3221 

Website: www.dtaylorstudio.com/DeborahTaylor

Email: deborahLtaylor@mac.com

Treatment Model: Her treatment approach is eclectic; drawing on both traditional and non-traditional therapies including psychodynamic, EMDR, hypnosis, and cognitive behavioral.

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

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1981

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

 

 

Arlington, VA (scan down)

Columbia Associates in Psychiatry

Director: Rebecca Berman, LCSW, MLSP,  License #LCSW0904006928

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Day Treatment, Inpatient, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Group Therapy

2501 N. Glebe Road, Suite 303, Arlington, VA

Additional Communities Served: Serving Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC.

Office: 703-841-1292 

Website: http://www.pediapsych.com/eatingdisorders.shtml 

Email: rberman@mind-shape.com 

Treatment Model: Columbia Associates in Psychiatry specializes in treating eating disorders, self-injurious behavior, and self-esteem. They utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and creative therapies.

Columbia Associates in Psychiatry treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes, Binge Eating Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2004

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

Columbia Associates in Psychiatry also offers group therapy which provides a safe, creative therapeutic environment for young girls and women to express emotions, share thoughts, challenge unrealistic expectations, explore body image, build self-esteem, and honor self-worth.

 

 

Isabel B. Kirk, MA (Unlicensed*)

*Supervisor: Vittoria Grant, LPC

Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Phone Counseling

3801 N. Fairfax Street, Suite 53, Arlington, VA

Additional Office: 127 Park Street, Northeast, Vienna, Virginia

Additional Office: 1025 Vermont Avenue, Northwest, Suite 310, Washington, DC

Additional Communities Served: Washington, DC; Arlington County; Fairfax County; Alexandria, VA

Office: 703-231-7991

Website: www.dcvacounseling-psychotherapy.com

Email: isabelbk08@gmail.com

Treatment Model: In my practice, I integrate a variety of therapeutic techniques into my treatment plans, from cognitive-behavioral techniques to psychodynamic insight oriented interpretation. I also try to offer my clients several options (short-term and long-term options) and discuss with them what best suit their needs and goals. When necessary, I work with a registered nutritionist and psychiatrists.

Ms. Kirk treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Compulsive Exercisers and Dieters, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity and Compulsive Overeating.

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Sliding Scale, Receipts are provided for you to submit to your insurance.

I believe the eating disorder is merely a symptom of some underlying pain/trauma the person has experienced in life. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral techniques such as dialectectical behavioral, mindfulness and acceptance to help clients get in touch and work with their emotions. In addition, I incorporate psychodynamic principals and existentialism to help clients gain long-term recovery and develop a new approach to life. Please see my webpage at  www.dcvacounseling-psychotherapy.com for more information about my philosophy and treatment approach. Services also available in Spanish.

 

 

Rock Recovery

Director: Cary Larson, Ph.D.


Individual Therapy, Support Groups

417 North Edgewood Street, Arlington, VA

Office: 571-255-9906  

Website: www.rockrecovery.net/core 

Email: admin@rockrecovery.net

Rock Recovery treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, and adults. They also work with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, Laxative Abuse, Night Eating Syndrome, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2010

Payment Options: Cash/Check

 

 

Ashburn, VA (scan down)

Martha H. Ireland Ph.D., RN, CS, CEDS

Altering Disordered Eating (ADE, Inc)

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Holistic Healing, Phone Counseling

23077 Charmay Pond Place, Ashburn VA

Office: 703-327-6933 

Website: www.irelandphd.com

Email: info@irelandphd.com

Treatment Model: Individual Therapy/Private Practice with a specialty in treating Eating Disorders. Eclectic and multi-disciplinary. She works closely with other private practitioners from other disciplines. Her clients are requested to be followed by a physician and nutritionist while in treatment with Dr. Ireland. Other professionals that are often included in the treatment approach are a psychiatrist, family practitioner, art therapist and massage therapist. 

Dr. Ireland treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Ireland 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: 1988

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards

Dr. Ireland is a seasoned psychologist who embraces a variety of healing methods and is grounded in both therapy and practice. This allows her to meet the unique needs of each individual client. Her PhD in Psychology is from Florida Religious Studies Institute, her Masters in Counseling from the University of Delaware, and her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of Vermont. She has been in private practice for over 15 years, working creatively with many women, men and adolescents dealing with eating disorders and related issues. She has been CEO of both profit and nonprofit organizations, been published, lead workshops and lectured around the country.

 

 

Fairfax, VA (scan down)

Lynn F. Field, Ph.D., LPC

Growth and Recovery Center

Private Practice/Individual Counseling, Family Therapy, Couples Counseling, Community Service, Outpatient

Growth and Recovery Ctr., Fairfax Medical Bldg. 10721 Main Street, Suite 2350 Fairfax, VA

Additional Communities Served: Northern Virginia, Metro Washington DC

Office: 703-591-5912 ext. 120

Email: drlfield@cox.net 

Treatment Model: Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic

Dr. Field treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females; adolescents and adults

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1995

Payment Options: Cash/Check

 

 

Charlotte S. Joelsson, LCSW, PLC

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

10721 Main St. Suite 2350, Fairfax, VA

Additional Communities Served: MD, VA, Washington DC metropolitan areas

Office: 703-591-5912 ext. 102 

Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, Psychodynamic

Ms. Joelsson treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females; adolescents and adults. She also works with gastric bypass clients.

Payment Options: Cash/Check

 

 

Falls Church, VA (scan down)

Claudia Lineweaver, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, ACS

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

103 West Broad Street, Suite 340, Falls Church, VA

Additional Communities Served: Arlington, McLean, Washington D.C., Alexandria, Fairfax, general Northern VA

Office: 703-598-6190--Claudia Lineweaver is currently on maternity leave and will begin taking clients again in 2011. Please contact her then to schedule an appointment.

Website: www.northernvirginiacounseling.com

Treatment Model: Treatment Model: Claudia is relationship focused, with the intention of creating a space where clients feel heard, valued, accepted, and encouraged to grow. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, as well as family systems and insight-oriented therapies to help clients to identify patterns in their lives and to gain an understanding of how they developed. Claudia then works with her clients to create positive thinking and behavioral patterns in their everyday lives.

Dr. Lineweaver treats Bulimia in both males and female adults. She also works with Binge Eating Disorder, Food Addiction and Obesity.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2000

Payment Options: Cash/Check

Do you focus on everyone else’s needs except your own? Do you find it difficult to put yourself as a priority, always putting your children, work, spouse, parents, friends, or family above your own needs and concerns? Do you struggle with being self-critical and a perfectionist? Has this ever resulted in symptoms of depression, anxiety, compulsive overeating, exhaustion, and/or alcohol abuse in your life? If so, in an encouraging and non-judgmental relationship, I believe that we can work together to help you to identify your strengths and the reasons why these patterns developed. Furthermore, together, we can develop & implement a strategy for changing any harmful patterns into more productive, positive choices for your life. At this time, I am available Saturdays and weeknights, as well as weekdays.

Dr. Claudia Lineweaver received her Ph.D. in counseling from the University of Virginia. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has served as an adjunct faculty member at George Washington University and Argosy University, teaching graduate students how to become more effective counselors. Prior to moving to Northern Virginia, Claudia was the Counseling Services Coordinator for the Women’s Center of the University of Virginia and has twelve years of experience, working in many counseling settings including schools, universities, agencies, and private practices.

 

 

Beverly J. Magida LCSW,  License #0904000722

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

7643 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA

Additional Communities Served: Arlington, Washington D.C., Fairfax, Mclean, Vienna, and Northern Virginia

Office: 703-821-3055 

Email:
bev.magida@verizon.net

Treatment Model: I utilize an eclectic approach with eating disorder clients that includes cognitive behavioral techniques, and psychodynamic and family systems approaches, depending on the needs of the client. I work as part of a team with a nutritionist and various psychiatrists to assist the client in managing their eating disorder. My focus is establishing a trusting relationship with my clients with an emphasis on increasing their self-awareness, problem solving skills, stress management skills, and confidence, so they may pursue living happier lives.

Ms. Magida treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works 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: 1984

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

I have been practicing clinical social work since 1976, receiving my Masters in Clinical Social Work in California at San Diego State University. I am licensed both in California and Virginia, but currently see clients in my private practice in Virginia since 1992. I work closely with other professional colleagues and treatment programs to assure that clients have access to additional resources if needed, to help manage their eating disorder. I primarily work with adolescents and adults.

 

 

Reflections Eating Disorder Treatment Center at Dominion Hospital

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Inpatient, Partial Hospitalization, Day Treatment, Nutritional Counseling

2960 Sleepy Hollow Road, Falls Church, VA

Additional Communities Served: Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland

Office: 703-538-2886 

Website: www.ReflectionsED.com 

Email: Felicia.Kolodner@HCAhealthcare.com 

Treatment Model: Reflections Eating Disorder Treatment Center at Dominion Hospital is a comprehensive program in Northern Virginia dedicated to treatment of individuals with eating disorders. Reflections treats individuals ages 13 and up, and offers inpatient and up to an 11 hour day partial hospitalization program, with a referral network for outpatient care. The program director and medical director lead a multidisciplinary treatment team including psychiatrists, internists, social workers, psychologists, registered dietitians, registered nurses and expressive therapists.

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

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2010

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance (Participates with most major insurance plans and can facilitate single case agreements when appropriate)

The program is housed in a newly renovated unit within Dominion Hospital which has received dual accreditation by The Joint Commission as both a hospital and a behavioral health provider. The key components to treatment at Reflections are individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, dietary counseling, nutritional restoration, expressive therapy, exercise and relaxation, and medical care. Reflections' mission is to provide a caring and supportive atmosphere for patients with eating disorders that will assist in promoting a medically, emotionally, and spiritually healthier lifestyle. The program's goal is for each person to realize their life potential with safety, security, control, and healthy stress management skills.

 

 

Herndon, VA (scan down)

Heather Baker, LCSW, License #0904005419

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

626-c Grant Street, Herndon, VA

Additional Communities Served: Reston, Sterling, Fairfax, Falls Church, Chantilly, Ashburn

Office: 703-589-6826

Website: www.heatherbakerlcsw.com

Email: heathersbhs@yahoo.com

Treatment Model: My therapy approach is multifaceted. My primary method is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I work with the client on all aspects of their life in a supportive environment by helping the client identify and change unhealthy coping mechanisms, faulty thought patterns and learn new ways to take care of oneself, mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. I will work with the client's treatment team (psychiatrist, nutritionist, physician and family). I will also provide Christian Counseling for those seeking it. If appropriate, I support the Maudsley approach and will work with the family to meet the nutritional needs of the client.

Ms. Baker treats Anorexia and Bulimia in children, adolescent and adult women. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Overeating and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2003

Payment Options: Cash/Check

Ongoing Group Therapy for Teens. Monday nights from 7-8pm for 12-15 year old girls who are struggling with Anorexia, Bulimia or Binge Eating Disorder. Thursday nights from 7-8pm for 16-20 year old girls also struggling with Anorexia, Bulimia or Binge Eating Disorder. Cost of group is 50 dollars a session or 180 a month. Insurance is not accepted but invoices will be given out. Please call 703-589-6826 or email Heathersbhs@yahoo.com to register.

 

 

Michelle Market, LPC,  License #0701003538

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

626-C Grant Street, Herndon, VA

Additional Communities Served: Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland, phone sessions also available

Office: 703-597-7869 

Website: www.michellemarket.com

Email: lpc@michellemarket.com

Treatment Model: Cognitive-Behavioral, Wellness Coaching, Non-diet approach, multi-disciplinary treatment team approach

Ms. Market treats Anorexia and Bulimia in adult women. She also works with Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2000

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards

My goal is to help you tackle the obstacles that are getting in the way of having a successful and satisfying relationship with food. Using a cognitive behavioral and solution focused approach, together, we will tackle your eating disorder. Lets roll up our sleeves and: Understand your eating disorder, Explore healthy coping skills, Determine the triggers that result in restricting your eating or binging, Challenge the negative thinking distortions associated with your eating disorder and enhance self-esteem.

Making Peace with Food: On-Going Conquering Emotional Eating and Binge Eating Group: Learn strategies to overcome overeating, learn and apply the skills of mindfulness to your food relationship, create and foster body acceptance, build self-esteem, all in a supportive environment. Group held on Tuesday evenings from 8-9:00 p.m. Geared towards those struggling with emotional eating and binge eating. Cost $200 per month (or pay $55 per week).

Summer Session: 6 Week Summer Session: Eating Disorder Group: The Path to Recovery: appropriate for ages 17-26. This group is appropriate to that home from summer break or is in the workforce. The focus in the group will be on creating coping skills, creating a recovery support system at school, and exploring obstacles in recovery. This group will start on July 6, and will be held from 7-8 pm. It will run through Tuesday, August 10th. Cost $300 or pay $55 per week. *Please note this group is also offered during winter break for college students needing support between semesters.

Beauty from the inside out Self Esteem/Body Image Training: “Your authentic you is the new beautiful” – Michelle Market, LPC The following skills and techniques will be taught over the course of the group: Learn how to cultivate your authentic self, challenge negative self-talk, distorted thinking and perfectionism, and live more confidently. 4 week building self-esteem training. Group Offered Quarterly.

Monthly Free Teleconference Series on Creating a Healthy Food Relationship, offered Sept-May Held the 3rd Monday of the month from 8:30-9:00 p.m. EST Geared towards those struggling with emotional eating, binge eating, and bulimia nervosa.

 

 

 

Leesburg, VA (scan down)

Karen Turner, LPC, MA, Ed.S  License #0701003987

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

7 Loudoun Street SW, Suite 320, Leesburg, VA

Additional Communities Served: Ashburn, Sterling, Purcellville, Winchester, Shenendoah University, George Mason University

Office: 703-443-1004 

Email: karenturnerlpc@gmail.com 

Treatment Model: I utilize a "non-blame" approach in my practice. I feel this is important, as eating disorders affect not only their "hosts", but also family members and friends of those struggling with eating disorders. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches in my practice, but am probably most partial to cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and family systems. I believe that the "person is not the problem; the problem is the problem." In my work with clients I like to emphasize the strengths, identity, and "uniqueness" of each person. Simultaneously, my clients and I work together to lessen the amount of time and space consumed by the "problem." I often provide family therapy in addition to seeing my clients individually. At times when this is a conflict of interest, I refer to other family therapists. When appropriate, I support the Maudsley approach. I strive to provide a supportive environment for my clients to facilitate growth and recovery.

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

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2005

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance

I am currently forming 3 new groups: a group for adolescents with eating disorders, a group for adults with eating disorders, and a self-esteem group for girls.

 

 

McLean, VA (scan down)

Jennifer Maskell Carney, PhD, LPC,  License #0701004564

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy

1320 Vincent Place, McLean, VA

Additional Communities Served: Arlington, Vienna, Falls Church, Tysons Corner, Washington, DC, George Mason University, Georgetown University

Office: 703-598-2099 

Website: www.virginiatherapy.com/Jenny.htm

Email: JenniferMCarney@gmail.com

Treatment Model: Cognitive-Behavioral, Client-Centered, Interpersonal, Strengths-based

Dr. Carney 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, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2003

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

Dr. Jennifer Carney earned her doctorate in counseling from the University of Virginia, and has post-graduate training in treating eating disorders and body image concerns. She works with adolescents and adults struggling with anorexia and bulimia, as well as related issues such as emotional eating, food addiction, excessive dieting, and self-esteem. Jennifer also works with clients who have anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues, and family concerns. In addition to her clinical practice, Jennifer has served on the faculty at Argosy University and DePaul University. She previously worked as the Coordinator for Eating Disorder Services at the University of Virginia Women’s Center. Individuals are invited to contact Jennifer via phone or email to set up an appointment or consultation.

 

 

Adina Shapiro, LCSW, PC

Private Practice/Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Counseling

1495 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 202, McLean, VA

Additional Communities Served: Washington DC; Reston, Arlington, Northern VA

Office: 703-761-3939

Website: www.dcvacounseling.com

Email: adinsh@aol.com

Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic

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

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1982

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale, Insurance

 

 

Oakton, VA (scan down)

Jennifer Kim Yellen, Ph.D.

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

2915 Hunter Mill Road, Suite 14, Oakton, VA

Additional Communities Served: Northern Virginia - Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria, Vienna, Great Falls

Office: 703-371-0126 

Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, Interpersonal, Psychodynamic

Dr. Yellen 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, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Payment Options: Cash/Check

Jennifer Yellen, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist with specialized training with Eating Disorders. Prior to opening her practice, she trained at The Center for Eating Disorders at Sheppard Pratt Hospital and St. Joseph Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland where she provided individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy to people receiving inpatient and day treatment care for their eating disorders. Dr. Yellen values a team approach in treating eating disorders and routinely collaborates with dietitians and psychiatrists to provide comprehensive treatment for her patients. Dr. Yellen is a member of the National Eating Disorders Association and the Academy for Eating Disorders.

 

 

Reston, VA (scan down)

Lisa Lilenfeld, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology, Argosy University/Washington DC

Individual Therapy/Private Practice

Reston, VA (private practice)

Office: 703-203-7117 

Email: LLilenfeld@argosy.edu

Treatment Model: For the past 20 years, Dr. Lilenfeld has utilized a cognitive-behavioral approach to treat eating disorders (food restriction, bingeing, purging, compulsive exercise, body image problems). Cognitive-behavioral therapy has extensive research evidence to support its efficacy in the treatment of eating disorders.

Dr. Lilenfeld treats Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder in both male and female adults and older adolescents. Dr. Lilenfeld also specializes in the treatment of Compulsive Exercise, Compulsive Overeating and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1990

Payment Options: Cash/Check

Dr. Lilenfeld has extensive experience in treating patients, training graduate students and other psychologists, as well as publishing research in the field of eating disorders. She has over 40 publications in peer-reviewed journals and has made over 100 international conference presentations. She is an elected Fellow of the Academy for Eating Disorders, as well as an elected member of the Eating Disorders Research Society. Dr. Lilenfeld is also a member of the Anxiety Disorders Association of America and the Association of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies. She additionally specializes in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, phobias, and depression. Dr. Lilenfeld is a licensed psychologist, as well as an Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology at Argosy University in Washington, D.C.

 

 

Springfield, VA (scan down)

Theresa O'Donnell, RD

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling

7409 Chatham Street, Springfield, VA 

Additional Communities Served: Northern Virginia-- Arlington, Fairfax County, Alexandria, Arlington, Woodbridge

Office: 703-941-2710 

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

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance

 

 

Sterling, VA (scan down)

Patricia Compton, RD, LD

The Nutrition Exchange

Private Practice/Individual Therapy, Nutritional Counseling

10 Christopher Lane, Sterling, VA

Office: 703-450-4465 

Website: www.thenutritionexchange.com

Email: comptonp@adelphia.net

Treatment Model: Nutrition Counseling

Ms. Compton treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, children, infants, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Obesity, and Binge Eating Disorder.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1978

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance, Sliding Scale

 

 

Vienna, VA (scan down)

Michelle K. Berman, MS, RD, Nutritionist and Dietitian

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

131 Church Street N.W., Suite 3, Vienna, VA

Additional Communities Served: Fairfax, Oakton, Arlington, McLean, Great Falls, Herndon, Falls Church, GMU, GWU, Maryland, Washington-DC, Virginia

Office: 703-504-8702 

Website: www.eatandBwell.com
 
Email:
nutrition23@cox.net

Treatment Model: Ms. Berman addresses nutritional issues, exercise barriers, and behavioral issues to fully address eating disorders to impact all aspects of this complex disorder. She has over 20 years of experience working with eating disorders.

Ms. Berman 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: 1984

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

Ms. Berman uses a combination of nutritional, fitness and behavioral therapy for lasting lifestyle changes. Her approach draws upon inner strengths and reconnects individuals with their mind and body to enhance health, energy and personal well-being. She has over 25 years of experience working with eating disorders. Her approach combines nutritional therapy and exercise/movement to treat the mind and body, address barriers and resistance to change and help individuals reconnect to their body.

 

 

Virginia Inglese, MA, RD, LCSW, Nutritionist and Dietitian, LCSW #0904004788

Total Health Concepts LLC

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

2720 Willow Drive, Vienna, VA

Additional Communities Served: Fairfax, Oakton, Arlington, McLean, Great Falls, Herndon, Falls Church, GMU, GWU, Maryland, Washington-DC, Virginia

Office: 703-255-7012 

Website: www.totalhealthconcepts.net

Treatment Model: Ms. Inglese uses a combination of nutritional, fitness and behavioral therapy for lasting lifestyle changes. Her approach draws upon inner strengths and reconnects individuals with their mind and body to enhance health, energy and personal well-being. She has over 30 years of experience working with eating disorders. Her approach combines nutritional therapy and exercise/movement to treat the mind and body, address barriers and resistance to change and help individuals reconnect to their body.

Ms. Inglese helps males and females; children, adolescents, and adults. Ms. Inglese works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Night Eating Syndrome, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1979

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

Ms. Inglese uses a combination of nutritional, fitness and behavioral therapy for lasting lifestyle changes. Her approach draws upon inner strengths and reconnects individuals with their mind and body to enhance health, energy and personal well-being. She has over 30 years of experience working with eating disorders.  Her approach combines nutritional therapy and exercise/movement to treat the mind and body, address barriers and resistance to change and help individuals reconnect to their body. As an early pioneer in the fitness industry, Virginia Inglese incorporates a rigorous fitness regimen to supplement her nutritional education.

 

 

Alexandra Kaghan, LCSW,  License #0904001075

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

243 Church Street, NW, Suite 300A, Vienna, VA

Additional Communities Served: Northern Virginia, Washington metropolitan area, GMU, GWU.

Office: 703-319-1436 

Treatment Model: I have over 20 years experience treating anorexia, bulimia, compulsive overeating, and obesity. I use cognitive behavioral techniques, family systems theory, and psychodynamic psychotherapy, to tailor treatment to help each client reach his/her treatment goals. When needed, I work collaboratively with a registered dietitian, psychiatrists, and primary care physicians. My primary aim is to help clients establish new coping methods so they can manage stress better, build self worth and ultimately give up their eating disorder symptoms. I also have extensive experience in treating trauma (sexual, physical, and emotional abuse), anxiety, depression and relationship issues.

Ms. Kaghan 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 and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1986

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance

I have been practicing clinical social work since 1982 when I received my masters in clinical social work. In 1991, I finished advanced training in adult psychotherapy from the Washington School of Psychiatry. I was the clinical director of the Eating Disorders Program at Family Counseling Center in Fairfax Virginia from 1988-1993. I have been in private practice since 1994 treating adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

 

 

Gary Litovitz, M.D.,  License #0101034024

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Nutritional Counseling, Medical Evaluation, Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient Program, Inpatient

2110-D Gallows Road, Vienna, VA

Additional Communities Served: Fairfax County, Arlington, Loudoun County, Prince William County, Montgomery County, MD, Washington, DC

Office: 703-883-2942 

Email: Gary.Litovitz@HCAHealthcare.com

Treatment Model: I provide a comprehensive treatment approach to eating disorders, working together with primary care physicians, nutritionists, family therapists and other professionals as needed. I provide both psychotherapy and medication management for some patients. Other patients may receive the individual psychotherapy elsewhere. While most patients with eating disorders are treated as outpatients, I also treat patients in partial hospitalization and inpatient setting at the Reflections Eating Disorder Treatment center at Dominion Hospital.

Dr. Litovitz treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. He also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1982

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance

 

 

757 Area Code (scan down)  

Chesapeake, VA (scan down)

Kristine B. Rand, MSW, RD Registered Dietitian & Unlicensed Counselor (working toward licensure: LCSW)

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Outpatient, Phone Counseling

824 Greenbrier Road, Suite 100, Chesapeake, VA

Additional Communities Served: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Peninsula, Elizabeth City

Colleges Served: Old Dominion University, Christopher Newport University, Virginia Wesleyan College, and University of Virginia

Office: 757-410-7390 

Email: rrand@aol.com 

Treatment Model: Expert Nutrition Counseling combined with a Cognitive Behavioral Approach

Ms. Rand 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, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1983

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

I specialize in the treatment of women of all ages, including adolescents, with eating disorders and disordered eating. I provide nutritional evaluations for each client and tailor individual eating plans. My approach combines expert nutrition counseling with a cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach that helps my clients overcome their eating challenges, develop a stronger sense of self and journey toward health and wholeness.

 

 

Norfolk, VA (scan down)

Carolyn Reed Hersh, MA, LPC, NCC

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

117 West 21st St. Suite 206 Norfolk, VA

Additional Communities Served: Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk

Office: 757-404-3010 

Email: crhmail@verizon.net

Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, Interpersonal Therapy, Maudsley Family Treatment, and Psychodynamic

Ms. Reed Hersh treats Anorexia and Bulimia : Bulimia, Anorexia, Binge Eating Disorder; males and females, adolescents and adults.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1991

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale

Free ANAD Eating Disorder support group - meets weekly, call for more information.

 

 

804 Area Code (scan down)

Mechanicsville, VA (scan down)

Nicole A. Noffsinger-Frazier, Ph.D.,  License #081003963

Commonwealth Counseling Association

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Group Therapy

9097 Atlee Station Road, Suite 219, Mechanicsville, VA

Additional Communities Served: Richmond, Ashland, Midlothian, Chesterfield

Office: 804-730-2829 

Email: nfrazier@commonwealthcounseling.com

Treatment Model: Integrative - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing Techniques, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills

Dr. Noffsinger-Frazier treats Anorexia and Bulimia in adolescent and adult women. She also works with Athletes, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1999

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance, Medicaid, Medicare

Dr. Frazier specializes in the treatment of adolescents and adults coping with eating disorders across the spectrum. She works with patients in individual, group, and family therapy settings. Dr. Frazier's treatment philosophy is integrative: combining cognitive behavioral therapy with dialectical behavioral skills and motivational enhancement techniques. Dr. Frazier works with patients in a supportive, collaborative fashion to discover the underlying reason(s) for the maintenance of the eating problem, and to learn healthier ways of coping with the feelings and thoughts that sustain the disordered eating. Dr. Frazier works with patients in conjunction with a multidisciplinary treatment team and requests that patients receive concurrent treatment from a nutritionist, physician, and family therapist (if deemed appropriate). Dr. Frazier completed her doctoral work at The University of Memphis and her internship at Harvard Medical School/McLean Hospital. Her postdoctoral fellowship was completed at the Klarman Eating Disorders Center at Harvard Medical School/McLean Hospital.

 

 

Richmond, VA (scan down)

Ann Sahli, LCSW,  License #0904005371

Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Family Therapy

2807 N. Parham Road, Suite 305, Richmond, VA

Additional Communities Served: Mechanicsville, Henrico, Chesterfield, City of Richmond, Goochland

Office: 804-690-1168 

Email: annsahlilcsw@gmail.com

Treatment Model: Ms. Sahli works from a strengths-based, empowerment perspective. Skill-building (including effective communication, creating positive self esteem, assertiveness, coping, and relaxation) is taught and processed in weekly sessions and reinforced through periodic homework assignments. Family therapy sessions are strongly recommended for all adolescent clients. Ms. Sahli works with each client to create a treatment team consisting of a Nutritionist, a Primary Care Physician, her parents (if she is a minor), and a Psychiatrist (if needed). She maintains regular contact with these team members and coordinates care.

Ms. Sahli treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes, Binge Eating Disorder, and Compulsive Overeating.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2000

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance (Accepts most insurance, please call for more information)

 

 

Elliot Spanier, MD

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

1000 Boulders Parkway, Suite 202, Richmond VA

Office: 804-320-7881

Treatment Model: Eclectic, Developmental, Ego-Psychological, Biopsychosocial

Dr. Spanier treats Anorexia and Bulimia

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1978

Payment Options: insurance, Cash/Check, Credit Cards

Free support groups for sufferers and families. Call Dr. Spanier for meeting times and locations.

 

 

Trish D. Wilkins, MS, RD,  License #589189

Private Practice/Nutritional Counseling

2807 Parham Road, Suite 305, Richmond, VA

Additional Communities Served: Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover, Chester

Office: 804-346-9866 ext. 8 

Website: www.trishwilkins.com

Email: TrishWilkins@comcast.net

Treatment Model: Nutrition Counseling, Non-diet approach, individually tailored programs  

Ms. Wilkins treats Anorexia and Bulimia (dietary aspects); males and females, children, adolescents and adults. She also works with Obesity, Binge Eating Disorder, and Athletes with Eating Disorders.

Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1990

Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance 

As a young person, I suffered with eating disorders. I want those who have this illness to know that they can recover if given the proper treatment.

 

 

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