Find An Eating Disorder Therapist in St Pierre Jolys, MB.

Food is one of the first ways we learn to receive comfort. It is also sometimes one of the few ways people find success in gaining a sense of control in their lives. Whatever your relationship with food might presently look like, I am committed to helping you get what you need in healthier and more effective ways. This generally involves building up a 'tool box' of strategies to regulate distress (stress, anxiety, shame, etc.) and exploring opportunities for transformation in other areas of life.

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 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.