Eating Disorders

Understanding Eating Disorders ~ and Creating FULL Recovery

Eating disorders can be confusing, isolating, and deeply painful…for both the individual struggling and their loved ones who are worried.

While they seem to be all about food and weight, there are actually a lot of psychological and emotional components under the surface. For many, eating disorders are anchored in anxiety, shame, trauma, low self-worth, depression, and unresolved pain.

Eating disorders come in many forms, including:

• Anorexia ~ extreme restriction of food intake and intense fear of weight gain
• Bulimia ~ persistent cycles of bingeing and purging
• Binge Eating Disorder ~ eating large amounts of food in a short time and feeling out of control
• ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) ~ severe restriction or avoidance of certain foods due to sensory issues, fear of choking, or low appetite
• Emotional Eating ~ using food to soothe or avoid emotions
• Disordered Eating ~ any pattern of eating that feels chaotic, stressful, or shame-filled

No matter what your struggle looks like, you deserve help! Eating disorders are not a choice, and they’re not your fault. They’re serious mental health concerns that deserve compassion, understanding, and effective treatment. And at A New Beginning, we believe in your ability to experience FULL Recovery!

How Therapy Can Help FULL Recovery from Eating Disorders

Therapy offers a safe, supportive space to explore the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that drive your relationship with food and your body. Our expert eating disorder clinicians will meet you wherever you are on your journey ~ without judgment or blame. We’ll help you:

• Understand the “why” behind your eating behaviors
• Develop healthier ways to cope with emotions and stress
• Rebuild trust with your body
• Challenge shame and self-criticism
• Find a sense of safety and control that isn’t tied to food

Whether you’re experiencing a diagnosed eating disorder or just feeling stuck in an eating cycle that’s wearing you down, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

We invite you to explore our pages for each specific eating disorder to learn more about how we can help. And when you’re ready, we’re here to walk with you toward healing. Simply contact our Client Care Coordinator, Lauren, and she’ll be happy to help you get started. (480) 941-4247 or contact@anewbeginning.com.