Find An Eating Disorder Therapist in Unionville, ON.

Eating disorders are serious and complex mental health conditions — but with the right support, recovery is absolutely possible. At Durham Psychotherapy, our registered therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment for clients struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and disordered eating patterns. We understand that eating disorders are rarely about food alone — they are often rooted in anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, perfectionism, or a need for control. Using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and emotion-focused techniques, we help clients explore the underlying drivers of their relationship with food and their body, develop healthier coping strategies, and build a more stable and compassionate...(view profile to read more)

Clients who seek eating disorder counseling and treatment can benefit in a variety of ways. Firstly, counseling can help clients to understand the underlying causes of their eating disorder, such as past trauma or negative self-talk. By addressing these underlying issues, clients can begin to develop healthier coping mechanisms and strategies for managing their symptoms. In addition, counseling can help clients to develop a healthier relationship with food and their body image. Clients can learn to identify and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs that may be contributing to their eating disorder, and they can develop more positive and self-affirming self-talk.

Dr. Van Blyderveen has over seven years of experience working with clients who have struggled with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and body dissatisfaction. Treatment typically integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) approaches. Family Based Therapy (FBT) is offered for youth struggling with an eating disorder.

Have you ever thought about what you were eating and why? Do you know what you were thinking and feeling at the time you were choosing which food to eat? Were you sad, anxious, or stressed about something? Or, had you just finished a stressful experience and felt the need for ‘comfort food’? Have you ever heard the term, ‘emotional eating’? Firstly, let me tell you, you are NOT alone! Many people with psychological problems turn to food for comfort and relief from stress. I can help you design an action plan to manage these challenging thoughts, feelings, and behavioural choices, towards your goals and sustainable change.