Find An Eating Disorder Therapist in Selkirk, MB.

The causes of eating disorders is multi facetted and complex as is the treatment of Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder. Using a trauma lens, my approach emphasizes weight neutrality, body acceptance, Health at Every Size (HAES) that utilizes the Set Weight Theory. Along with this, my approach includes a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Exposure Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention and is designed based upon symptoms that are presenting (OCD, Depression, Anxiety, Personality traits, Addictions).

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.

Self acceptance is so much at the centre of many of our struggles, and I find this particularly true with eating disorders. The battle to accept ourselves as we are, to feel good in our own skin, is as central to recovery as one's relationship with food itself. I work with both the inner struggle to self accept, as well as the related manifestation of disorder.

Dr. Don Russell understands that disordered eating is a struggle for the whole family. It's roots are deep and just trying harder will not bring lasting success. Dr. Russell has the patience, commitment and skill to bring about lasting change. If you, or a loved one is ready to change a problematic pattern of eating give Dr.Russell a call and begin a journal towards freedom, healing and LIFE.

Working in conjunction with your medical professionals, I can support you in helping you understand the roots of your eating disorder, understand your progress through stages of change, and provide you with unconditional support and understanding. Using mindfulness and resources in dialectical behavioral therapy, I will support you in setting goals for shifting your patterns around body image and food.

Eating Disorders can impact someone as negatively as any type of serious addiction. However, unlike addiction treatment plans, food must continue to play a role in your life. My basic goal is to stop further development of any eating problem you may have, and assist you in returning to a healthy lifestyle. The most successful focus is on harm reduction as an overall principle in addressing eating disorders, with the end goal of moving towards complete recovery. I also typically want to establish effective coping skills to reduce the possibility of relapse and sustain the progress you make in therapy.

To be human is to need a sense of control. No one should be left out of their own life, told how or who to be, and then live with constant distortions or confusion about themselves. When, when and how one manages food is a personal matter and must be treated with dignity and respect. Recovery from a chronic or acute eating disorder requires an excellent connection with the therapist, and an ongoing commitment to journey together toward sustained health.

I have worked with both men and women who have struggled with eating disorders, whether it is anorexia, bulimia, overeating, body issues, or any issue with food that has had a negative affect on life. I believe that early intervention is best. I recognize that individuals with eating disorders are often sensitive, and usually have deep past wounds or thinking issues. I believe in working with this population with both sensitivity and boldness.

I help clients overcome addictive relationships with food. Like all addictions, the behavior is the tip of the iceberg, used to cope with underlying thoughts and emotions. Through collaborative conversations, clients gain insight into underlying concerns, gaining coping skills to more effectively navigate these issues. I draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI), helping clients achieve a sense of freedom and control over their lives, leading to long-term change.

This is a disorder that strikes fear and dread into the hearts of parents and into the lives of all who suffer from its effects. After many years and clients struggling with this disorder, I have come to recognize the best strategies and healing techniques to undermine the power of this sometimes overwhelming condition and bring emotional and physical healing.