top of page

Types of Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders

MENTAL HEALTHCARE

As a therapist, I care deeply about providing a safe, non-judgmental space for reflection, honesty, and vulnerability. With my style of therapy, the aim is to help people overcome obstacles and self-imposed barriers they may face so that they can flourish in their personal lives. I utilize a multi-faceted approach that includes various types of therapeutic interventions including cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, person-first, solution-focused, and direct reality-based psychodynamic style.

Types of Eating Disorders

Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, & More

There are many different types of eating disorders, each with their own set of symptoms and behaviors. Here are some of the most common:

- Anorexia Nervosa (AN): Characterized by severe weight loss and an intense fear of gaining weight. People with anorexia often have a distorted view of their body and see themselves as overweight even when they are dangerously thin. Anorexia can be life-threatening if not treated.

- Bulimia Nervosa (BN): Characterized by periods of bingeing (eating large amounts of food in a short period of time) followed by purging (forced vomiting or using laxatives to rid the body of the food).

- Binge Eating Disorder (BED): Characterized by bingeing without purging. People with BED often eat large amounts of food even when they are not hungry and feel out of control during a binge. Binge eating can lead to weight gain and other health problems.

- Pica: A disorder characterized by the persistent eating of non-food items such as dirt, paint, hair, or paper.

- Rumination Disorder: A disorder characterized by the regurgitation of food that is then either re-chewed and swallowed or spit out.

- Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID): A disorder characterized by avoiding certain foods due to a fear of choking, vomiting, or having a negative reaction (such as an allergy). People with ARFID may also avoid foods due to their appearance, smell, or texture.

- Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED): A category for disorders that do not meet the full criteria for anorexia, bulimia, or BED but still cause distress and interfere with daily life. OSFED can include symptoms of AN, BN, and/or BED.

If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, please get help from a qualified mental healthcare professional. Eating disorders are serious illnesses that can be life-threatening. Make sure to get help from a qualified professional, such as Matt McTeague, who can properly assess and diagnose the eating disorder.

Mountain Lake Reflection

TESTIMONIALS

5-stars (1).png

"I came to Matt with a desire to change my life, but was having a very hard time making the changes I needed to make. I was not being honest with myself and didn't feel in control of my life. Matt helped me realize that being honest with myself and seizing control of my own life was something I could do, and that it was up to me to make my life what I wanted it to be. Matt was patient and celebrated my accomplishments while encouraging me to get back up when I was down. I've grown a lot during the time I've known Matt, and I'm thankful for him and proud of myself."

-Tommy B.

Therapy Session

CONTACT ME

bottom of page