Find An Eating Disorder Therapist in Sayreville, NJ.

I offer a solution-focused approach that is tailored to each client’s specific needs, and is based on empirical research. I have an unusually high success rate – helping clients to achieve permanent recovery from eating disorders – from my years of experience and training in a variety of therapeutic methods. Each session is designed to address the specific concerns of the client, and is informed by my training in psychodynamic therapy, hypnosis, child and adolescent therapy, family therapy, psychology of women, feminist therapy, and men’s issues.

Food is essential for life. However an eating disorder such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating or over eating is a painful and compulsive life drama. Let's look at the underlying issues that cause this relationship with food. Normal eating is a pleasure and a gift for life. Finding serenity and healing from an eating disorder is possible. I can offer solutions towards healing for the pain. Learn to love your self and your body. You can learn to be comfortable in your own skin and live with hope and joy.

As one who has suffered and recovered from eating disorders, I know personally and professionally the challenges of recovering. I have weighed as little as 79 pounds and as much as over 200. Recovery is a journey of highs and lows, but the direction we move in in therapy remains steady. I use an individualized and collaborative approach to treatment. It is positive, supportive, and comprehensive. If I recovered, you can do.

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.

Eating disorders and body image result from poor self esteem. I work with clients to find their core self and their inner strength. We build self esteem together so they can make better choices for their body rather than self destruct. We create a safe space within the client so they have their own back and they are no longer their own worst enemy. The client’s self is their greatest asset.

Our credentialed music therapists tailor sessions to each individual, utilizing personalized music exercises and interventions to address each person's unique symptoms of eating disorder. Our music therapists work with each client using musical elements like songwriting, processing, and guided imagery to help clients find their own voice and learn new coping skills to help manage eating disorders of any severity.

Eating disorders are a broad spectrum of “too much” behaviors. They can stem from always seeing that image of that potato chip and not being able to say “no”. Or they may be much more serious. Indeed in my 20 year experience, eating problems are not usually related to food, but are related to unresolved or suppressed emotions. Using advanced techniques, we aim for a personal and confidential release of those emotional weights, freeing you to make healthier and ultimately beneficial choices.

Clients struggling with disordered eating concerns can develop increased insight, learn psychoeducation regarding symptoms and treatment for eating disorders, and can begin the process of healing from any traumatic life experiences that may have contributed or worsened development of current symptoms and concerns. Clients can implement mindfulness skills.

I help clients with mild eating disorders that are not causing any medical complications. This might look like binge eating when you are anxious in order to stuff down feelings of heartbreak, loneliness or helplessness. I can help you learn how to manage these deep painful feelings rather than trying to avoid them by overeating. Once you learn that you can feel these difficult feelings than you no longer have to avoid them with food.

Disordered eating often has deep roots that therapy can help you get run touch with. The great thing about eating disorders is that they are completely treatable if you seek the help you need. Dr. Spada will stay with you throughout your process to understand what's driving your disordered eating. She will also help you gain healthy coping mechanisms, to replace the unhealthy ones you may have created.