In Laramie, an active lifestyle is part of the culture. Between long winters, high altitude, college athletics, ranch and outdoor work, and youth and club sports, many people here train hard and expect a lot of themselves. Drive and discipline can be real strengths. But for some people, the pressure to perform slowly turns into pressure around food, weight, and body image.

If that sounds familiar, you are not alone, and you don't have to figure it out by yourself.

The link between mental performance and eating disorders

Athletes and highly driven people often share traits that help them succeed: perfectionism, self-discipline, high standards, and a strong tolerance for discomfort. Those same traits can also make someone more vulnerable to disordered eating. When performance is tied to self-worth, food can start to feel like something to control, earn, or fix.

Sport environments can add to this. Comments about weight or appearance, weigh-ins, aesthetic pressure, comparisons to teammates, and the belief that "lighter is faster" can all feed unhelpful rules about eating. Athletes are sometimes praised for behaviors that are actually warning signs, which makes it harder to reach out.

Signs it may be time to get support

You don't need to be in a crisis to ask for help. Consider reaching out if you notice:

Under-fueling and REDs

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) happens when the body does not get enough fuel to support both training and normal daily functioning. It is not always intentional, and it can show up in athletes who are not "trying" to restrict. It can affect energy, mood, recovery, bone health, hormones, and performance. If you suspect under-fueling, it is important to work with a qualified professional team rather than trying to fix it on your own.

What mental performance therapy looks like

Mental performance work focuses on the skills that help you show up as your best: managing pressure, building confidence, handling setbacks, and reducing perfectionism and fear of failure. In sport psychology sessions, you might work on focus, self-talk, anxiety before competition, motivation, and your relationship with your sport.

For many clients, this is not only about performing better. It is about enjoying training again and feeling like more than your results.

How eating disorder treatment can help

At Healing Stones Therapy, eating disorder treatment is grounded in CBT-E (Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), an evidence-based approach for eating disorders and disordered eating. CBT-E is individualized. Together we look at what is keeping the eating problem going for you, including beliefs about weight, shape, and self-worth, and build practical steps toward regular, flexible eating and a healthier relationship with your body.

Treatment is collaborative, non-judgmental, and weight-inclusive. When helpful, care can be coordinated with your doctor, current therapist, or a registered dietitian so everyone is on the same page.

Support that fits your life, in Laramie and across Wyoming

Healing Stones Therapy is based in Laramie, Wyoming, and offers telehealth so you can get support from home, whether you live in town, out on a ranch, or travel for competition. Our practice also serves clients in Utah, Nevada, Montana, Colorado, and Oklahoma.

Take the next step

Asking for help is not a sign that you are weak or failing at your sport. It is a way to protect your health, your performance, and your enjoyment of the things you love.

Ready to talk? Schedule a consultation with Healing Stones Therapy or call [phone number].

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call or text 988 or call 911.

Eating disorders do not always fit neatly into one diagnostic box.

Someone may begin with severe food restriction and later experience binge eating. Another person may move between binge eating, compensatory behaviors, rigid dieting, and periods of restriction. The diagnosis can change while many of the thoughts and behaviors keeping the eating disorder alive remain remarkably similar.

This is one reason Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT-E, is such an important treatment for eating disorders.

CBT-E was developed specifically for eating disorders and is based on a transdiagnostic model. Rather than requiring an entirely different therapy for every eating disorder diagnosis, CBT-E identifies and treats many of the psychological processes that maintain eating disorders across diagnoses.

At Healing Stones Therapy, we use evidence-based eating disorder treatment to help individuals struggling with anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), binge eating disorder (BED), OSFED, and other forms of disordered eating.

What Is CBT-E?

CBT-E stands for Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Although it developed from cognitive behavioral treatments for bulimia nervosa, CBT-E was designed as a broader treatment capable of addressing eating-disorder psychopathology across diagnostic categories.

The treatment looks beyond food alone.

Eating disorders can become maintained through interconnected patterns involving eating behaviors, thoughts, emotions, body image, self-evaluation, rules surrounding food, and attempts to control weight or shape.

CBT-E helps the client and therapist identify the individual mechanisms keeping those patterns going—and systematically work to change them.

What Does “Transdiagnostic” Mean in Eating Disorder Treatment?

One of the most important features of CBT-E is its transdiagnostic model. Transdiagnostic means that treatment is not limited to one specific eating disorder diagnosis.

Instead, CBT-E recognizes that anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, OSFED, and other eating-disorder presentations can share important psychological and behavioral mechanisms.

A person might experience:

The exact behaviors may look different from one person to another, but the processes maintaining the eating disorder can overlap.

That is the power of the transdiagnostic model. We treat the person and the mechanisms maintaining the eating disorder—not simply the diagnostic label.

Can CBT-E Treat Anorexia Nervosa?

CBT-E can be used in the treatment of anorexia nervosa, particularly with adults and older adolescents when clinically appropriate.

Treatment may address restrictive eating, rigid food rules, fear surrounding eating or weight change, body checking, avoidance, and the ways shape, weight, and eating become tied to self-worth.

For individuals who are underweight or medically compromised, psychological treatment cannot occur in isolation. Medical monitoring and appropriate nutritional support are essential components of safe eating-disorder treatment.

At Healing Stones Therapy, eating-disorder care may involve collaboration between psychotherapy, nutrition professionals, and medical providers depending on the client's needs.

Can CBT-E Treat Bulimia Nervosa?

Yes. Cognitive behavioral approaches have an especially strong history in the treatment of bulimia nervosa. CBT-E helps identify and interrupt the patterns that can perpetuate the binge-purge cycle.

For many people, restriction and rigid dietary rules actually increase vulnerability to binge eating. A binge may then lead to guilt, shame, compensatory behaviors, or renewed restriction—beginning the cycle again.

Treatment works toward breaking this pattern rather than simply asking someone to “stop” bingeing or purging.

Can CBT-E Treat Binge Eating Disorder?

CBT-E can also be used to treat binge eating disorder (BED). Treatment may focus on establishing more consistent eating patterns, reducing dietary restraint, identifying triggers and maintaining mechanisms, challenging rigid beliefs surrounding food and body image, and developing different responses to difficult emotions or situations.

Importantly, treating binge eating is not simply about weight loss. Effective eating-disorder treatment addresses the psychological and behavioral relationship with food rather than reinforcing the dieting and restriction cycle that can contribute to continued binge eating.

Why CBT-E Is Different From Regular CBT

Traditional CBT examines connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. CBT-E builds on those principles but was developed specifically around the psychopathology of eating disorders.

Treatment is highly individualized. Instead of applying the same worksheet or strategy to every client, the therapist develops an individualized understanding—or formulation—of what is maintaining that person's eating disorder. That formulation guides treatment.

For one person, rigid restriction may be central.

For another, binge eating and body dissatisfaction may dominate.

Another person may struggle with perfectionism, low self-esteem, difficulty tolerating emotions, or interpersonal problems that intensify eating-disorder behaviors.

CBT-E allows treatment to address these differences while remaining structured and evidence-based.

You Do Not Have to “Look Sick Enough” for Treatment

One of the damaging misconceptions surrounding eating disorders is that someone has to look a certain way before they deserve treatment. Eating disorders occur across body sizes, ages, backgrounds, and athletic abilities. A person's appearance cannot tell us how much psychological distress they are experiencing or whether their eating behaviors are dangerous. You also do not need to wait until an eating disorder becomes severe before asking for help. Early intervention matters.

If food, exercise, weight, body image, binge eating, restriction, purging, or fear surrounding eating is consuming significant mental energy or interfering with your life, it is worth talking with an eating-disorder professional.

Eating Disorder Treatment at Healing Stones Therapy

Healing Stones Therapy provides specialized treatment for eating disorders and disordered eating using evidence-based and individualized approaches.

Our work may include psychotherapy, nutritional support, medical collaboration, and other appropriate members of the client's treatment team.

We work with individuals experiencing:

Anorexia Nervosa (AN)
Bulimia Nervosa (BN)
Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
OSFED and other eating-disorder presentations
Chronic dieting and restrictive eating
Binge eating and feeling out of control around food
Body image distress
Fear of weight gain
Food guilt and anxiety surrounding eating

Healing Stones Therapy provides in-person eating-disorder treatment in Laramie, Wyoming, along with virtual therapy in Utah, Montana, Nevada and Oklahoma. We provide Registered Dietitians. 

Recovery Is About More Than Food

Food behaviors are important, but lasting eating-disorder recovery involves much more. Recovery can mean being able to eat without spending the rest of the day analyzing it. It can mean attending dinner without calculating how you will compensate afterward. It can mean exercising because movement adds something to your life rather than because missing a workout feels unbearable. It can mean having mental space for relationships, athletics, school, work, creativity, and the parts of yourself that existed before the eating disorder began taking up so much room.

CBT-E provides a structured way to understand what keeps an eating disorder going and begin changing those patterns one step at a time.

Looking for CBT-E or Eating Disorder Treatment?

If you or someone you care about is struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, restrictive eating, chronic dieting, or another eating disorder, you do not need to determine the perfect diagnostic label before reaching out.

At Healing Stones Therapy, we begin by understanding what you are experiencing and determining what level and type of support may be appropriate.

Schedule a free consultation with Healing Stones Therapy to learn more about CBT-E and our eating-disorder treatment options.

If you struggle with both Anorexia Nervosa (AN) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), you already know how loud and convincing your thoughts can feel. Thoughts about food, routines, body image, or “something bad will happen if I don’t do this” can take over quickly. The goal isn’t to get rid of these thoughts, because that often backfires. Instead, evidence-based approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teach something different—and far more effective.

ACT is especially helpful for co-morbid AN and OCD because traditional approaches like cognitive restructuring (challenging or debating thoughts) can sometimes unintentionally strengthen obsessive thinking. When you engage deeply with a thought—arguing with it, analyzing it, or trying to prove it wrong—you are still giving it attention and importance. This can keep the cycle going: an intrusive thought leads to anxiety, which leads to mental engagement, followed by temporary relief, and then the thought returns stronger. ACT interrupts this cycle by shifting the goal from changing thoughts to changing your relationship with thoughts.

One of the core skills in ACT is cognitive defusion—learning to step back from your thoughts instead of getting tangled in them. Rather than saying, “I shouldn’t eat outside my routine or something bad will happen,” you can practice saying, “I am having the thought that I shouldn’t eat outside my routine or something bad will happen.” This small shift creates space and helps you recognize that a thought is not a command, not a fact, and not who you are. You might remind yourself, “I am having a thought, not stating a truth,” “I cannot control all my thoughts,” “I am not my thoughts,” and “This is part of being human.”

Mindfulness plays a central role in this process and is strongly supported in research for both OCD and eating disorders. Mindfulness is not about clearing your mind; it is about observing what is already there without reacting. You might notice sensations like anxiety in your chest, thoughts about needing to follow a routine, or fear about eating certain foods. Instead of trying to fix or avoid these experiences, you practice allowing them. Over time, this builds the ability to feel discomfort without needing to act on it.

When you choose not to engage with obsessive thoughts, something important happens. The anxiety may rise at first, but it will peak and then fall on its own. This process is well-supported in exposure-based therapies and is often referred to as habituation or inhibitory learning. If you instead argue with the thought, seek certainty, or follow the rule, you unintentionally reinforce the idea that the thought is important and must be obeyed.

Distress tolerance becomes essential in these moments. For example, when a routine is broken ~ such as eating outside of a set time or eating foods that feel unsafe ~ anxiety will likely increase. Your mind may urge you to fix the situation or return to what feels safe. ACT encourages you to stay with the discomfort anyway. You might tell yourself, “This is uncomfortable, but I can handle it,” “My body is reacting, and that’s okay,” and “This feeling will pass.” By doing this, you learn through experience that you are okay even without following the thought.

Over time, this creates new learning. You might notice, “I ate in the morning. I felt some discomfort in my stomach while digesting, which makes sense because my body is working. Now that feeling has passed, and I am ok. My body has not changed ~ this was just a fear.” This kind of experience helps your brain learn something new without needing to argue with the original thought.

It is also important to normalize the human experience. Everyone has intrusive thoughts. Research shows that most people experience strange or unwanted thoughts at times. The difference in OCD and eating disorders is not the presence of these thoughts, but how much meaning and control we give them. You are not broken ~ your brain is trying to protect you, even if it is doing so in an overactive way. ACT helps you respond with openness, flexibility, and self-compassion.

Ultimately, the goal is not just to reduce symptoms, but to build a life guided by your values rather than your fears. This may look like eating with others even when it feels difficult, letting go of rigid routines, nourishing your body consistently, and choosing connection over control. Each time you notice a thought, choose not to engage with it, and act in line with your values instead, you weaken the cycle and strengthen your freedom.

You do not need to win the argument with your thoughts, and you do not need to eliminate them. You can learn to notice them, step back from them, let them pass, and choose your actions anyway. At Healing Stones Therapy, we specialize in evidence-based approaches like ACT to support individuals navigating eating disorders, OCD, and anxiety. Learn more at healingstones.life for therapy in Wyoming, Montana, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, Oklahoma, wiht online support for eating disorders and OCD. We are physically located in Wyoming and provide telehealth sessions out of state. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aenta, Unitedhealth Care and much more. You are not alone in this, and change is absolutely possible.

Binge Eating Therapy in Wyoming: Healing Your Relationship with Food

If you’re struggling with binge eating, late night eating, or feeling out of control with eating, you are not alone — and you are not broken.

Many clients at Healing Stones Therapy come to us saying:

These experiences are not failures of willpower. They are often the result of diet culture, restriction, and a dysregulated nervous system.

As a specialized provider of eating disorder therapy in Wyoming, we help individuals move from shame and control toward stability, body neutrality, and healing.

What Is Body Neutrality — and Why It Helps With Binge Eating?

Body neutrality removes moral judgment from your body.

Instead of:

“I feel fat.”

“I need to shrink.”

“My body is wrong.”

Body neutrality says:

“My body is a body.”

“My body deserves care.”

“I don’t have to love it to respect it.”

For individuals experiencing binge eating disorder, chronic overeating, or feeling out of control with food, body neutrality reduces shame — which is one of the biggest triggers for late night eating and binge cycles.

Food Is Food: Breaking Free From Diet Culture

Diet culture teaches:

But biologically, food is food. When we restrict certain foods, the brain increases urgency around them. That urgency can lead to:

Research shows that chronic dieting is one of the strongest predictors of binge eating.

At Healing Stones Therapy, we use evidence-based approaches including CBT-E (Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) to stabilize eating patterns and reduce binge eating episodes within a structured 20–40 session framework.

Why “I Can’t Stop Eating” Is Often Nervous System Dysregulation

When someone says, “I can’t stop eating,” we look deeper:

Many individuals struggling with binge eating in Wyoming have never had access to specialized outpatient eating disorder care. Without support, late night eating can become the only time the body feels safe. That’s why we integrate trauma-informed therapy and EMDR to address the root causes of eating behaviors — not just the symptoms. Healing isn’t about more control. It’s about nervous system safety.

The Impact of Diet Culture in Rural Wyoming

In rural communities across Wyoming, access to specialized eating disorder treatment has historically been limited. Many individuals are told to:

These approaches often increase binge eating and feelings of being out of control with food.

As a specialized provider of binge eating therapy in Wyoming, Healing Stones Therapy offers structured, evidence-based outpatient treatment so individuals do not need to travel out of state for care.

Signs You May Benefit From Eating Disorder Therapy

You may benefit from specialized eating disorder treatment if you:

You do not need to wait until behaviors become severe to seek support.

Eating Disorder Therapy at Healing Stones Therapy

Healing Stones Therapy provides:

Our approach focuses on:

You deserve support that goes beyond dieting advice.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What causes binge eating?

Binge eating is often caused by a combination of chronic dieting, restriction, emotional stress, trauma, and nervous system dysregulation.

Why do I only overeat at night?

Late night eating often occurs when the body has been underfed, emotionally overwhelmed, or suppressing needs throughout the day.

Is feeling “fat” an emotion?

“Feeling fat” is usually a placeholder for emotions such as shame, anxiety, sadness, or lack of control.

Does EMDR help with binge eating?

Yes. EMDR can help process underlying trauma that contributes to out of control eating behaviors.

Negative thoughts, self-doubt, anxiety spirals, and inner criticism are part of the human experience—but many people feel overwhelmed by them, as if every thought demands attention or action. At Healing Stones Therapy, serving Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, and Oklahoma, we help clients step off the mental rollercoaster through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based treatment that teaches us how to accept our internal experiences while living a life rooted in personal values.

Whether you are navigating sports anxiety, sports performance challenges, eating disorders or disordered eating, or generalized anxiety, ACT offers a powerful, compassionate approach to living with greater freedom and intention.

What Is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is a mindfulness-based behavioral therapy that focuses on:

Instead of trying to eliminate unpleasant thoughts or feelings (which often causes more suffering), ACT teaches people how to change their relationship to these experiences.

You learn to say, “This thought is here—but I don’t have to follow it.”

Why ACT Works: You Don’t Need to Control Your Thoughts

One of the central teachings of ACT is this:

Your mind makes noise. Thoughts are chatter. You don't need to believe all of them.

Human brains create thousands of thoughts every day—many of which are negative, repetitive, unrealistic, or rooted in old learning. Trying to control or eliminate thoughts actually increases their intensity.

ACT helps clients understand that:

This shift—called cognitive defusion—is one of the most liberating parts of ACT.

ACT for Sports Anxiety & Performance

Athletes often struggle with:

Traditional approaches try to “fix” or suppress anxiety, but ACT helps athletes:

ACT helps athletes stay psychologically flexible—allowing them to perform with clarity, presence, and confidence.

ACT for Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating

Eating disorders often involve:

ACT offers a non-judgmental approach that helps clients:

Paired with somatic awareness and trauma-informed care, ACT is a powerful tool for shifting long-standing patterns.

ACT for Anxiety & Everyday Stress

Anxiety often comes from trying to control the uncontrollable—thoughts, sensations, outcomes, or other people’s perceptions.

ACT helps clients:

When clients stop battling anxiety and instead work with their internal experience, anxiety loses its power.

The Role of Values: How Do You Want to Show Up in the World?

At the heart of ACT is the idea of living by values, not by fear or self-judgment.

Values are not goals—they are ongoing directions.

Examples include:

When you clarify your values, you gain:

Values help clients move toward the life they want, even when difficult thoughts or emotions show up.

The Human Imperfect Experience: Where Psychological Flexibility Begins

ACT teaches that suffering is not a personal flaw—it is a shared human experience. Psychological flexibility means:

This flexibility becomes a pathway to freedom, authenticity, and emotional resilience.

ACT at Healing Stones Therapy

Healing Stones Therapy supports clients across Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, and Oklahoma with:

Our therapists don’t strive for perfection—we strive for presence, compassion, and connection. ACT helps us walk alongside you as you build a life that reflects who you truly want to be.

Ready to Start ACT Therapy?

If you’re seeking support with anxiety, performance issues, trauma, or eating-related concerns, ACT offers a grounded, evidence-based path toward clarity and freedom. Give us a call and get started today!

A Compassionate Path to Recovery

Healing from an eating disorder takes more than willpower, it takes understanding, structure, and compassionate support. At Healing Stones Therapy, we specialize in helping individuals find freedom from emotional eating, binge eating, and feeling out of control with food.

We know that recovery can be a long and painful process when faced alone. That’s why we walk beside you, offering collaborative, evidence-based outpatient treatment that helps you reconnect with your body, rebuild your relationship with food, and rediscover hope.

What Is CBT-E and How Does It Help?

CBT-E (Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is the gold standard psychological treatment for eating disorders. It’s a structured, evidence-based approach designed to help people understand and change the patterns of thinking and behavior that keep eating difficulties in place.

At Healing Stones Therapy, our clinicians use CBT-E to help you:

CBT-E empowers you to become your own therapist over time, learning lifelong tools for balance, nourishment, and emotional regulation.

A Collaborative, Whole-Person Approach

We believe healing doesn’t happen in isolation. Our collaborative outpatient treatment team brings together professionals from multiple disciplines to create a holistic and supportive experience:

Together, we create a safe space for transformation, where every part of you is supported in recovery.

Meeting You Where You Are

At Healing Stones Therapy, we understand that healing from an eating disorder is deeply personal. Everyone’s story is different, and every recovery path looks unique. That’s why we design individualized treatment plans that align with your current needs, goals, and readiness for change.

You don’t have to face recovery alone. We are here to hold your hand through each step, providing empathy, structure, and a nonjudgmental space to grow.

Healing does not come from pressure or harshness, it grows from compassion, acceptance, and hope.

Supporting Emotional Eating and Loss of Control with Food

Many of our clients struggle with emotional eating, binge eating, or feeling out of control around food. These patterns often arise as a way to cope with stress, anxiety, or unmet emotional needs.

Through gentle therapeutic exploration and CBT-E strategies, we help you:

Our goal is not perfection, it’s progress toward peace, balance, and self-kindness.

You Are Not Alone, Healing Is Possible

Recovery from an eating disorder is a journey of courage and patience. At Healing Stones Therapy, we provide the supportive outpatient environment you need to heal, body, mind, and spirit.

Let us help you move toward freedom, nourishment, and self-acceptance.
Learn more about our CBT-E outpatient treatment and compassionate care approach on our website.

Bulimia Nervosa Treatment with CBT

As a therapist at Healing Stones Therapy, I've seen firsthand the devastating impact that bulimia nervosa can have on individuals and their loved ones. This complex eating disorder affects people of all ages and backgrounds, but it's particularly prevalent among young adults and teenagers. If you or someone you care about is struggling with symptoms of bulimia nervosa, I want you to know that there is hope. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has proven to be a highly effective treatment, and at Healing Stones Therapy, we're committed to helping our patients find their path to recovery.

Understanding Bulimia Nervosa: More Than Just an Eating Disorder

Bulimia nervosa is characterized by a cycle of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors, such as self- induced vomiting, excessive exercise, or misuse of laxatives. However, the symptoms of bulimia nervosa go far beyond these visible behaviors. Many of our patients describe feeling an intense preoccupation with their body weight and shape, leading to a distorted body image and low self-esteem. It's important to recognize that bulimia nervosa is not just about food or weight. It's often a coping mechanism for deeper emotional issues. That's why at Healing Stones Therapy, we take a holistic approach to treatment, addressing not only the physical symptoms but also the underlying psychological factors.

Common Symptoms of Bulimia Nervosa

Identifying the symptoms of bulimia nervosa is the first step towards seeking help. Some common signs include:

  1. Recurrent episodes of binge eating
  2. Feeling a lack of control during binge eating episodes
  3. Engaging in compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain
  4. Intense fear of gaining weight
  5. Self-esteem that is overly influenced by body shape and weight
  6. Mood swings and irritability
  7. Swollen cheeks or jaw area
  8. Calluses on knuckles from self-induced vomiting
  9. Dental problems due to exposure to stomach acid
  10. Gastrointestinal issues

If you recognize these symptoms in yourself or a loved one, it's crucial to seek professional help. At Healing Stones Therapy, we offer compassionate, non-judgmental support to help you start your journey towards recovery.

The Gold Standard: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Bulimia Nervosa

As a therapist specializing in eating disorders, I can confidently say that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the gold standard treatment for bulimia nervosa. Numerous studies have shown that CBT is more effective than other psychotherapies and medication alone in treating the symptoms of bulimia nervosa.

How CBT Works for Bulimia Nervosa

CBT is a structured, time-limited therapy that focuses on the present and future rather than dwelling on past experiences. When treating bulimia nervosa, CBT helps patients in several key ways:

  1. Identifying and challenging distorted thoughts about food, weight, and body image
  2. Developing healthier eating patterns and attitudes towards food
  3. Learning coping skills to manage emotions without resorting to binge eating or purging
  4. Improving self-esteem and body acceptance
  5. Addressing underlying issues that may contribute to the eating disorder

At Healing Stones Therapy, we tailor our CBT approach to each individual's needs, ensuring that you receive personalized care that addresses your unique challenges and goals.

The Effectiveness of CBT in Treating Bulimia Nervosa Symptoms

Research consistently demonstrates the effectiveness of CBT in treating bulimia nervosa. A study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry found that after just five months of treatment, 42% of patients receiving CBT had stopped binging and purging, compared to only 6% of those receiving psychoanalytic psychotherapy. Moreover, the benefits of CBT tend to be long-lasting. In our experience at Healing Stones Therapy, many of our patients continue to improve even after completing their initial course of treatment. This is because CBT equips you with tools and strategies that you can continue to use throughout your life.

Enhanced CBT (CBT-E): A Tailored Approach to Eating Disorders

At Healing Stones Therapy, we're always staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in eating disorder treatment. That's why we're excited about Enhanced CBT (CBT-E), a newer, transdiagnostic approach that can be

tailored to individual needs. CBT-E has shown promising results for various eating disorders, including bulimia nervosa. It addresses not only the specific eating disorder symptoms but also the broader psychological mechanisms that maintain the disorder. This comprehensive approach often leads to more sustainable recovery.

Breaking Barriers: Web-Based CBT for Bulimia Nervosa

We understand that seeking help for bulimia nervosa can be challenging, especially if you live in a remote area or have a busy schedule. That's why at Healing Stones Therapy, we're proud to offer web-based CBT interventions for bulimia nervosa. These online therapy options have shown effectiveness in reducing bulimia symptoms, offering a convenient and accessible option for those who may have difficulty attending in-person therapy. Whether you're in Laramie, Cheyenne, Casper, Reno, Las Vegas, or anywhere else, we can provide you with high-quality, evidence- based treatment from the comfort of your own home.

The Journey to Recovery: What to Expect from CBT for Bulimia Nervosa

When you begin CBT for bulimia nervosa at Healing Stones Therapy, you can expect a structured, goal-oriented approach. Here's what a typical treatment plan might look like:

  1. Assessment: We'll start with a thorough evaluation of your symptoms, eating patterns, and overall mental health.
  2. Education: You'll learn about bulimia nervosa, its effects on your body and mind, and how CBT can help.
  3. Self-monitoring: We'll teach you to keep track of your eating behaviors and the thoughts and emotions that accompany them.
  4. Cognitive restructuring: Together, we'll identify and challenge the distorted thoughts that contribute to your eating disorder.
  5. Behavioral experiments: You'll gradually face your fears around food and weight in a controlled, supportive environment.
  6. Skill-building: We'll help you develop healthy coping mechanisms to manage stress and emotions without resorting to disordered eating.
  7. Relapse prevention: As you progress, we'll work on strategies to maintain your recovery in the long term.

Remember, recovery is a journey, and everyone's path is unique. At Healing Stones Therapy, we're committed to supporting you every step of the way.

Taking the First Step: Seeking Help for Bulimia Nervosa

If you're struggling with symptoms of bulimia nervosa, I want you to know that you're not alone, and recovery is possible. At Healing Stones Therapy, we've helped countless individuals overcome their eating disorders and reclaim their lives. We provide services to communities in Laramie, Cheyenne, and Casper, Wyoming, as well as to clients located in Reno and Las Vegas, Nevada. We offer online therapy options for those who prefer or require remote treatment. Don't let bulimia nervosa control your life any longer. Reach out to us at Healing Stones Therapy today to schedule a consultation. Let us show you how CBT-E can help you overcome the symptoms of bulimia nervosa and start your journey towards a healthier, happier you. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You deserve to live a life free from the burden of an eating disorder. We're here to help you achieve that goal. Contact us today!

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As the founder of Healing Stones Therapy in Laramie, Wyoming, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of psychotherapy in treating eating disorders. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across Wyoming, including Laramie, Cheyenne, and Casper; Nevada, including Reno, Sparks, and Las Vegas; and Utah, including Salt Lake City and St. George. We specialize in helping those struggling with various eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). In this guide, I'll share insights into our approach and the positive outcomes we've seen in eating disorder treatment across both states.

Understanding the Spectrum of Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that affect individuals across all age groups and genders. At Healing Stones Therapy, we recognize the profound impact these disorders can have on a person's physical, emotional, and social well-being. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where healing can begin and flourish.

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Evidence-Based Treatment Approaches

At Healing Stones Therapy, we utilize a range of evidence-based treatment approaches tailored to each individual's needs. Our goal is to provide comprehensive care that addresses both the symptoms and underlying causes of eating disorders.

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Holistic Healing: Addressing Mind, Body, and Spirit

At Healing Stones Therapy, we believe in treating the whole person, not just the eating disorder. Our holistic approach incorporates a range of therapeutic modalities to address mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

Nutritional Counseling

Our team includes registered dietitians who work closely with clients to develop a healthy relationship with food. Our nutritional counseling approach is based on the principles of intuitive eating and Health at Every Size (HAES). We help clients move away from restrictive dieting and disordered eating patterns, towards a more balanced and nourishing approach to food.

Mindfulness and Body Acceptance

Mindfulness-based practices are integrated into our treatment programs to help individuals develop a more accepting and compassionate relationship with their bodies. These techniques can be particularly helpful in managing anxiety and reducing the intensity of eating disorder thoughts and urges.

Tailored Treatment for All Ages and Genders

While eating disorders are often associated with young women, we recognize that these conditions affect individuals of all ages and genders. At Healing Stones Therapy, we offer specialized treatment approaches for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our team is trained to address the unique challenges faced by male clients and members of the LGBTQ+ community who are struggling with eating disorders. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and understood.

Taking the First Step Towards Recovery

If you or a loved one is struggling with an eating disorder, know that help is available. At Healing Stones Therapy, we offer a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your unique situation and how our team can support your recovery journey. Don't let fear or uncertainty hold you back from seeking the help you deserve. Reach out to us today, and let's take that first step towards healing together. Remember, recovery is possible, and you don't have to face this challenge alone. To schedule your free consultation or learn more about our services, please call us at (307) 370-3784. We're here to support you on your journey to recovery and a healthier, more fulfilling life.

IF YOU OR OTHERS ARE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER OR EXPERIENCING A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY.
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