Health Releaf Mental Health Services – New Office Location:

1406B Crain Highway South, Suite 306
Glen Burnie, MD 21061

Therapy for Eating Disorders

Eating disorders can be very complex and have numerous underlying causes. In addition, they can have genetic, neurobiological and psychological underpinnings. Many times they are coupled or hidden by other conditions such as depression, OCD, anxiety, and substance abuse. However, regardless of the cause, treatment options are available and can be very effective.

Eating disorders can be misunderstood and considered not as severe as other common conditions. However, they come with the 2nd highest mortality rate of all mental illnesses, and have increased 70% since the start of the pandemic. Getting help early will lower the risks, reduce relapse, and offer a more successful recovery rate.

Eating behaviors are often behaviors to control one’s emotions, similar to how people use alcohol or drugs. However, infrequent disordered eating can quickly turn into an eating disorder, and treatment needs to be provided right away. Health Releaf offers professional treatment options with our therapists and can help treat your eating disorder.

If you are struggling now more than ever, you are not alone. The pandemic, social media, and unhealthy diet and exercise regiments are causing spikes in eating disorders and have contributed to significant increases in anorexia and bulimia.

Schedule an appointment with a Health Releaf therapist to discuss treating your eating disorder.