Kirsten Beuthin, LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Problems with food and body image can be seen as symptoms of deeper issues which often involve an individual's sense of self, or who they are. A preoccupation with eating and/or appearance, to the extent that it interferes with one's ability to sustain relationships or causes difficulties in one's functioning, can be seen as conflicts concerning an individual's sense of identity, sexuality, and/or lack of power and feelings of entitlement in relationship to others. These symptoms can also be the result of some sort of traumatic experiences one has endured. Disordered eating symptoms and focus on weight, size and shape will often serve to help the individual manage difficult feelings, thoughts and moods. With this is mind, it can be helpful to pursue help with these issues in a safe, supportive environment with someone who specializes in treating disordered eating.
Kirsten provides in-depth, long-term individual therapy for these issues, as well as offers workshops and groups that can help one explore and understand these difficulties.