Eating Disorders
Recovery is possible.
Do you think you may be struggling with an eating disorder?
You do not need to struggle alone. I am an eating disorder counsellor in Vancouver, offering services throughout British Columbia. Eating disorders thrive in secrecy and shame. By seeking support, you are already on the path to recovery. Recovery may feel impossible, trust me I know, having overcome my own eating disorder. But I promise you, it is possible to free yourself of shame and self-criticism and have a healthy relationship with food. Eating disorder recovery looks different for everyone and I am here to help you navigate this important journey.
Some signs of eating disorders and disordered eating include:
Constant thoughts about food.
Preoccupation can also center on weight and dieting.
High levels of anxiety.
Especially in areas involving food or social situations.
Body checking.
Feelings of low self-esteem and negative body image.
Food as punishment or comfort.
Food becomes an unhealthy coping tool.
Self-Criticism and perfectionism.
Lack of self-compassion and rigidity around food and body.
"Recovery is about progress, not perfection." Kristin Neff
Be gentle with yourself. You deserve self-compassion and support.
Eating disorder recovery is not easy, but it is possible with consistent and responsible care. I am here to help you navigate recovery in a way that is safe and sensitive to the nature of your eating disorder.
Eating disorders often develop when an individual was taught (directly or indirectly) that who they were as a person was not adequate or acceptable.
Eating disorders are about food and not about food.
