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It can be tough to cultivate and maintain a healthy relationship with food. That’s why millions of people deal with eating disorders. If an eating disorder is negatively affecting your life, it’s time to get professional counseling from an eating disorder therapist.

Wherever you are located in Illinois from Chicago to Zion or even Lindenhurst, or anywhere else nearby, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs of an Eating Disorder

There are many types of eating disorders that present in various ways. Here are the signs associated with some of the most common eating disorders:

  • Anorexia: being underweight, having your self-esteem tied to your weight, restrictive eating, fear of gaining weight.
  • Binge eating disorder: recurring binging episodes, lack of control over how much you eat during a binge.
  • Bulimia: Binge eating, purging, fear of gaining weight.
  • Orthorexia: An unhealthy obsession with healthy eating.
  • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID): weight loss, avoidance of food, food restriction, abnormal eating habits.

Read this article by licensed therapist Allison Summer to learn about the role a distorted body image plays in eating disorders and how to overcome it.

Get Eating Disorder Counseling Today!

Left untreated, eating disorders can get worse and worse. So, it’s best to address unhealthy eating habits at their onset. Mental Health Match can help you find an eating disorder therapist to help you discover the reason(s) behind your eating habits, understand your relationship with food, learn new thought patterns and behaviors, and reach your personal goals. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

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Erin Borton
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We can discuss how to make relationships in your life better, what is holding you back from who you want to be, we can discuss any addictive or impulsive behaviors, issues with work home, and/or how to manage illness/pain but still have a good life.


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We can discuss how to make relationships in your life better, what is holding you back from who you want to be, we can discuss any addictive or impulsive behaviors, issues with work home, and/or how to manage illness/pain but still have a good life.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am more interactive in the therapy session. I teach my clients about their conditions and symptoms. I am a guide and can provide resources but ultimately it is the client's decision with what they want to do with their lives.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Chronic Disease
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • High-Functioning Autism
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Trauma-Related Disorders
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Together, we can work towards improved mental well-being, fostering positive change and resilience. I look forward to the opportunity to support you in building a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.


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Together, we can work towards improved mental well-being, fostering positive change and resilience. I look forward to the opportunity to support you in building a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.

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With a warm and collaborative style, I aim to tailors therapeutic interventions to address the unique needs of each person, fostering a space for exploration and growth.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Borderline Personality
  • Eating Disorders
  • Fears and Phobias
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Trichotillomania/Hair Pulling
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Savannah Landis
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get you out of your sport performance rut, create a sustainable recovery from your eating disorder, and get you in alignment with your values. We'll celebrate your victories, big and small, and tackle challenges head-on.


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get you out of your sport performance rut, create a sustainable recovery from your eating disorder, and get you in alignment with your values. We'll celebrate your victories, big and small, and tackle challenges head-on.

Something to know about my approach is:

I pride myself on creating a comfortable and open environment where my clients feel heard, understood, and valued. I believe in a collaborative approach, working together to achieve client goals and overcome challenges.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Body Image
  • Disordered Eating
  • Perfectionism
  • Performance
  • Sports
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Regina Verhelst
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Many of the clients I work with struggle with intense self-criticism, perfectionism, and feeling like they are both “too much” and “not enough.” We will work on challenging core beliefs and increasing self-compassion to bring more peace to your life.


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Many of the clients I work with struggle with intense self-criticism, perfectionism, and feeling like they are both “too much” and “not enough.” We will work on challenging core beliefs and increasing self-compassion to bring more peace to your life.

Something to know about my approach is:

I embrace the principles of Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating to help my clients finally feel at home in their bodies. I use mindfulness-based approaches to help my clients understand and prioritize their own needs and wants.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Body Image
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Eating
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Highly Sensitive People (HSPs)
  • People Pleasing
  • Perfectionism
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Stephanie Haugen
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Develop coping skills that can be useful both now and in the future. We will also work to identify negative thoughts, practice new skills, problem solve, and set goals so that you can fully live in the present moment.


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Develop coping skills that can be useful both now and in the future. We will also work to identify negative thoughts, practice new skills, problem solve, and set goals so that you can fully live in the present moment.

Something to know about my approach is:

An Integrative approach uses multiple approaches to help clients. In most cases, this means a combination of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and humanistic therapies. The approach is flexible and based on the needs of the client.

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  • Addictions
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Grief
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Life Transitions
  • Panic Attacks
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Self-Harm
  • Trauma
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