Eating Disorder Therapist in Bergen County, NJ

Make peace with your body, your mind, and with food.

Treating the source of body image concerns, binge eating, & eating disorders…so you can discover the freedom on the other side.

It’s hard to remember a time when thoughts about food or your appearance weren’t constantly on your mind—if there ever was one.

What you’re eating, what you’re not eating, what you should be eating—the noise never stops. Meals feel like a battle, whether you’re dreading eating in front of others or feeling out of control when you're alone. Maybe food has always been a way to cope—something to numb stress, express what you can’t put into words, or even just to have something you can control. 

Perhaps you’ve done things before this to help—treatment, therapy, you name it—but you still don’t feel like you’re where you “should” be. The negative thoughts or patterns of eating keep coming back, and you know it’s time to get to the root of the issue.

The truth is: your worth can’t be measured on the scale.

my approach

Eating disorders are rarely just about food—they’re deeply connected to emotions, patterns, and deeply held beliefs you have about yourself.

That’s why, in our work together, we’ll explore not just your relationship with food, but also how you see yourself, speak to yourself, and the ways past experiences have shaped those perspectives.

We’ll start by understanding the role food plays in your life, both currently and in the past. Using behavioral chain analysis (a step-by-step look at what leads to certain behaviors), we’ll uncover what’s driving your eating patterns. Maybe food has been a way to distract from painful emotions, communicate distress, or even punish yourself. Whatever the reason, we’ll honor that these patterns made sense at one time—and, more importantly, we’ll work on developing healthier ways to meet those same needs today.

But food is only part of the picture.

How you feel about your body, the way you judge yourself, and the standards you’ve been taught to measure yourself against all play a role. No food is good or bad—just like no body is good or bad. If self-judgment takes over, we’ll challenge the inner critic and work on building self-compassion. And if shame and guilt have crept in, I’ll help you learn how to shift those beliefs so there’s more space for self-acceptance and self-love.

Since eating patterns and body image struggles don’t exist in isolation, we’ll also explore how past experiences—whether trauma, relationships, or societal pressures—have influenced the way you perceive yourself. Through a combination of DBT, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy, we’ll validate where you’ve been while helping you build a more peaceful, empowered relationship with both food and your body.

Changing the script is possible.

“I hate how I look and how I feel.”

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“My body deserves kindness, and I am learning to appreciate what it does for me.”

“I just can’t stop eating when I’m upset or stressed.”

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“I’m starting to recognize my emotions and find ways to comfort myself without relying on food.”

“I avoid going out with my friends because I don’t want people judging me for what I am eating.”

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“I deserve to enjoy time with people I care about, and my food choices don’t define me.”

“I think about food all the time, what I am making or what my next meal will be. I don’t want it to be such a big part of my life anymore.”

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“Food is just one part of my life, not the whole thing. I’m learning to focus on what truly brings me joy.”

Honor your body, trust your voice, and step into your power.

Questions? I’ve got answers.

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. Eating concerns exist on a spectrum, and you don’t have to meet specific criteria to deserve support. I help many clients who have sought ED treatment, previous therapy, and other forms of support before they come to me. My focus is on helping you understand your personal relationship with both food and your body. If thoughts about food, eating, or your body are interfering with your life, therapy can help you develop a healthier and more peaceful relationship with yourself.

  • Yes. As an experienced and highly trained psychologist, I recognize you are not just your eating disorder. Many clients also want to explore anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, self-esteem, or relationships—I’m here to support you in whatever it is you’re going through. Here, you can heal, learn, and grow no matter what you’re struggling with.

  • No. My role isn’t to prescribe a meal plan but to help you understand your relationship with food and your body. If needed, I can collaborate with a registered dietitian to support you in making choices that align with your recovery goals.

  • Yes. Struggling after treatment doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it just means you may need a different kind of support. We’ll work together to explore what has and hasn’t worked for you in the past and adjust the approach to meet your needs.