Find An Eating Disorder Therapist in Campbell River, BC.

My approach to eating disorders is a strength based solution focused plan in partnership with the medical team. Food and eating are not the underlying problem, issues of anxiety, control and self worth need to be addressed. A biopsychsocial approach is necessary to support recovery. Creating community and an outlet for strengths are key to interrupting the pathological relationship to food and self.

Eating disorders are common these days and there are various types such as Anorexia nervosa, Bulimia nervosa, Binge-eating, and obesity. The good news is that there are effective treatment approaches such cognitive behavioural therapy that can help. Other types of treatment methods may also be helpful depending on the client and what they are interested in. Benefits to the client are wide ranging and include enhanced physical well-being, more ease with social and interpersonal issues, greater abilities to regulate emotions, and increased self-esteem.

If you’ve struggled with disordered eating, you are all too familiar with compulsive behavior, obsessive thoughts and a disconnect from the body. You may also have a constant need for control while at the same time feeling a frightening and exhausting loss of all control. Please know that none of this is your choice, but rather is a state of stress and overwhelm while you do your best to feel better. I have nothing but compassion for the distress that comes with food-related challenges, and you have my commitment to help you care for the difficult underlying emotions involved. Together, we will create a safe space to move towards healing and a safe relationship with food and the body.

I am flexible in approach with Eating Disorders, starting with what has worked or is working with you already. I offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a new approach that will help you to target the thoughts and feelings that cause the problem behaviours in a whole new way. I will give you new skills for handling difficult thoughts and feelings that cause you to binge, purge, or over/under eat. I have formal training in the ACT model which is an evidence based treatment for EDs. Contact me to discuss further.

While most eating disorder issues are treated by cognitive behavioral methodologies or specialized outpatient/inpatient programs, Grey Matters International and the work of Kevin J. Fleming, PhD provide relief first and foremost for the brain of one suffering from an eating disorder----without giving them medication. We believe that the neural circuitries responsible for the compulsive behaviors with eating are not necessarily only a neurotransmitter issue but of overused neural networks that affect the harmonization, balance, and decisions of the whole brain. Contact kevin@kevinfleminphd.com or 877-606-6161 to learn more about this safe and effective alternative.

Traditional eating disorder treatments place the problem within the person. Using a Feminist and Narrative approach, I believe in unpacking people's experiences and stories. When a full picture of the problem is created, we can then understand the conditions of how the eating disorder came to be. Through a non-judgemental and non-blaming approach, it is my job to create an environment where clients can make sense of their struggles. Goals and treatment are negotiated with clients and are collaborative.

Do you feel like food controls your life? Do you struggle with negative thoughts about your body and weight? Do you feel overwhelmed by diet culture? Do you find yourself emotionally eating, chronic yo-yo dieting, or over- exercising? Know this: you can overcome an eating disorder and live a fulfilling life. I understand that the journey to recovery can be challenging, but I am here to support you every step of the way. Together, we'll help you understand the thoughts and feelings that lead to disordered eating, build a healthier relationship towards your food and your body, and bring energy and empowerment back into your life. If you're ready to stop stressing, and start living, reach out.