Evidence-Based Therapy for Eating Disorders and Anxiety in Springfield and all of Missouri-Telehealth

A Clear, Practical Approach to Lasting Change

I provide evidence-based therapy for eating disorders and anxiety across Missouri through telehealth, including Springfield and surrounding communities. My approach is designed to help high-achieving women and men move out of cycles of overwhelm, perfectionism, and disordered eating—and into a place of greater calm, clarity, and control.

Therapy with me is not just about talking. It is about understanding what’s happening, learning tools that work, and creating meaningful, lasting change.

Reaching out for an eating disorder can feel scary. I understand. Working with a specialized eating disorder therapist in Springfield and all of Missouri can ease that fear. I provide personalized, one-on-one therapy to help you feel understood and matched with the right approach for your recovery.

My Approach to Eating Disorders Telehealth Therapy

My work integrates several evidence-based therapies to address both what you’re experiencing now and what’s driving it underneath.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps you identify and change the thought patterns and behaviors that keep you stuck.

We use CBT to:

  • Reduce overthinking and anxiety

  • Challenge all-or-nothing thinking

  • Break binge–restrict cycles

  • Build more balanced, sustainable patterns

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

EMDR helps process past experiences that continue to impact how you feel, think, and respond.

We use EMDR to:

  • Reduce emotional intensity connected to triggers

  • Process experiences related to shame, control, or body image

  • Shift negative core beliefs (e.g., “I’m not enough,” “I have to be in control”)

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

ART is a structured, efficient approach that helps reduce distress quickly.

We use ART to:

  • Decrease anxiety tied to specific memories or experiences

  • Reframe how the brain stores overwhelming events

  • Reduce emotional reactivity

Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)

SFT focuses on what’s already working and helps you build momentum quickly.

We use SFT to:

  • Identify strengths and patterns that support change

  • Create small, meaningful steps forward

  • Build confidence early in therapy

Why This Approach Works

This integrated approach is effective because it addresses both:

  • Thoughts and behaviors (CBT)

  • Emotional and past experiences (EMDR and ART)

  • Practical change and forward movement (SFT)

This means you are not just managing symptoms—you are actually changing the patterns that keep you stuck.

How My Approach Helps

Binge Eating Disorder

  • Break the binge cycle

  • Reduce emotional eating

  • Build consistency and trust with food

Bulimia Nervosa

  • Interrupt binge–purge patterns

  • Reduce shame and secrecy

  • Develop healthier coping strategies

Anorexia Nervosa

  • Reduce fear and rigidity around food

  • Increase flexibility and tolerance for change

  • Address underlying anxiety and need for control

High Achieving Anxiety

  • Reduce constant mental noise

  • Decrease perfectionism and unrealistic expectations

  • Improve emotional regulation

  • Help you stay driven—without burnout

What Therapy Looks Like

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Therapy is structured, supportive, and focused on helping you make real progress.

In our work together, you will:

  • Identify patterns that keep you stuck

  • Learn practical tools to manage anxiety and eating behaviors

  • Develop new ways to respond to stress and emotions

  • Build confidence and trust in yourself

You will leave sessions with clear strategies you can apply in your daily life.

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FAQs

What types of eating disorders do you treat?
I work with a range of eating concerns, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, chronic dieting, emotional eating, and disordered eating patterns. You don’t need a formal diagnosis to get support.

Do I have to be “sick enough” to start therapy?
No. If food, body image, or weight is taking up too much mental space or impacting your life, that’s enough. Early support can make a meaningful difference.

What can I expect in our sessions?
Sessions are a supportive, non-judgmental space where we explore your relationship with food, your body, and underlying emotions. We’ll use practical tools, coping strategies, and evidence-based approaches to help you feel more in control and at peace.

How long does eating disorder recovery take?
Recovery looks different for everyone, but many clients begin to notice reduced anxiety around food and more ease in their daily lives within a few months. Long-term healing is a process we move through at your pace.

Do you take insurance?
I take most major insurance. I can also provide superbills for reimbursement depending on your plan.

What if I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help?
That’s more common than you might think. Eating disorders are complex, and finding the right fit matters. My approach is collaborative, practical, and tailored to you.

Can you help with body image issues even if I don’t have an eating disorder?
Absolutely. Body image concerns, food guilt, and chronic dieting are all valid reasons to seek support.

How do I get started?
You can reach out through my website or contact form to schedule a consultation. We’ll talk through your needs and make sure it feels like a good fit before getting started.

Let me help you find care that's right for you for your eating disorder in Springfield and all of Missouri via telehealth

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