Eating Disorders We Treat

Philadelphia’s urban pressures and cultural diversity contribute to eating disorder challenges. Our therapists treat: anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), and night eating syndrome.

Therapy helps clients recognize and change unhealthy patterns related to eating and body image, supporting lasting recovery.

Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa

Anorexia involves severe food restriction, while bulimia includes binge-purge cycles and often involves compensatory behaviors such as purging or fasting. We use CBT and family-based therapy to address these disorders.

Binge Eating Disorder and ARFID

Binge eating involves uncontrolled eating episodes, while ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) limits food variety and is not typically driven by weight loss as a primary motivation. We tailor treatment to each condition.

Orthorexia and Body Image Issues

Orthorexia focuses on “healthy” eating to a harmful degree, making it important to learn to eat mindfully and without guilt. We also address body image struggles common in Philly’s image-conscious culture, with therapy aiming to foster a positive relationship with food and body.