My approach

CBT is one of the most researched and effective therapies for anxiety and eating disorders. It looks at how your thoughts and beliefs shape your feelings and actions, and it teaches practical skills to ease symptoms. Together we'll look at:

• Beliefs you picked up growing up • How you see yourself, other people, and the world • Thoughts that aren't helping you • How to challenge and change those thoughts • Which coping skills are working and which aren't

EMDR is a well-researched therapy for trauma and painful memories. You don't have to talk through every detail. Instead, you briefly bring a memory to mind while following guided eye movements or other back-and-forth cues. This helps your brain process the memory so it feels less intense. EMDR is best known for PTSD, and it can also help with anxiety, panic, and the hard experiences that sometimes sit under an eating disorder. It works well online too. Our work with EMDR includes:

• Finding the memories and triggers that still feel stuck • Building calming and grounding skills first • Processing memories at a pace that feels safe to you

ACT works especially well for anxiety. It uses mindfulness and your personal values to help you stay present, and it teaches you to make room for hard thoughts without judging yourself. Our work with ACT includes:

• Figuring out what matters most to you • Practicing acceptance and letting go of control • Learning mindfulness and grounding skills

DBT is a supportive, skills-based therapy for managing strong emotions and changing behaviors that aren't working for you. It's especially helpful for eating disorders, and it also builds communication and relationship skills. Together we'll focus on:

• Communicating clearly and kindly • Understanding and managing your emotions • Getting through tough moments without making them worse