Find An Eating Disorder Therapist in Delray Beach, FL.

Do you spend your days thinking about when and what you are going to eat or not eat? Do you fantasize about how much better life would be if you were a different size or weight? Do you have persistent feelings of emptiness that you try to fill with food? Do you feel guilty after overeating or eating the “wrong” foods? Do you turn to food when you are not hungry but instead, sad, lonely, or upset? In therapy we will look at the thoughts you have that are not helpful to you and trigger feelings of distress and of things being out of your control. We will then develop your own personal toolkit of coping strategies and rid you of guilt and shame. I am here to support you; please reach out.

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.

Through therapy, my approach involves addressing both the surface-level issues, such as food and eating behaviors, as well as the underlying issues that may contribute to them. These can include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, interpersonal relationship problems, self-harm, trauma, and substance use. My focus is on treating adults who are struggling with eating disorders and any co-occurring issues they may be experiencing. I utilize techniques that are based on current evidence-based research and practice.

Disordered eating is rooted in perfectionism and shame. Shame is a powerful, painful emotion and it makes sense why we try our best to avoid it, even if the measures we take to avoid it are at times destructive. However, you can learn healthy ways to deal with these feelings and problems that lead to more enjoyment out of life and a healthy mind and body. Healing starts with self-compassion, understanding your disorder, and taking steps to overcome the disorder and change your behavior. We'll focus on the underlying issues AND take actionable steps to change your behavior.