Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders Counselling and Treatment in North Vancouver, BC and West Vancouver, BC

Feeling Lost in a Body Image Battle due to an Eating Disorder?

Eating disorders can have a devastating impact on your physical and mental health. If you're struggling with an eating disorder, know that you're not alone and that recovery is possible.

Understanding the Science of Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are complex conditions that involve a distorted body image, unhealthy eating behaviors, and a preoccupation with weight and shape. They can be influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics, biology, and psychological factors.

What does living with an Eating Disorder feel like for you?

For Individuals with Eating Disorders

  • Obsession with food and weight:

"I'm constantly thinking about food, calories, and my weight."

  • Distorted body image:

"I see myself as overweight, even when I'm underweight."

  • Fear of gaining weight:

"I'm terrified of gaining even a pound."

  • Restrictive eating:

"I limit my food intake or avoid certain foods altogether."

  • Binge eating:

"I eat large amounts of food in a short period of time."

  • Purging:

"I use unhealthy methods to get rid of calories, such as vomiting or excessive exercise."

For Loved Ones:

  • Concern:

"I'm worried about my loved one's health and well-being."

  • Frustration:

"It's frustrating to see my loved one's unhealthy behaviors."

  • Helplessness:

"I feel helpless to help my loved one."

  • Guilt:

"I may blame myself for the eating disorder."

Many clients pay little or nothing out of pocket — we direct bill Pacific Blue Cross, SunLife, Telus Health / Canada Life, GreenShield, and more. See all insurance & funding options → Direct billing available

Hope and Healing - Treating Eating Disorders

Our team in North Vancouver and West Vancouver provides trauma-informed, compassionate support for eating disorders — addressing the emotional, relational, and psychological patterns underneath the eating behaviour rather than focusing on food alone. We use CBT, EMDR Therapy (particularly where the eating disorder is rooted in trauma or shame), Mindfulness Therapy, and IFS. We work collaboratively with GPs and dietitians where a coordinated team approach is clinically appropriate.

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Work with our counselling team

Our counsellors provide trauma-informed, compassionate support for eating disorders. Sessions in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and by secure video.

Maryam Mills

Maryam Mills

MA, RCC-ACS, CCC, BCN, EMDRIA-Consultant — Clinic Director

“My aim is to guide clients toward realizing their highest potential — drawing on EMDR, neurofeedback, and a deeply holistic understanding of what shapes each person's experience.”

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Teresa Berkholtz

Teresa Berkholtz

MA, RCC

“I believe every individual has the capacity to grow through their struggles and emerge with clarity, strength, and purpose — I use EMDR and parts work to help clients find what keeps them stuck.”

EMDR IFS / Parts work Somatic Gottman Full profile →
Sogol Shams

Sogol Shams

PhD, MACP, RCC

“I'm dedicated to creating a culturally sensitive, supportive environment — drawing on CBT, EMDR, and play therapy to empower clients of all ages to build resilience and thrive.”

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Stephanie Stanton

Stephanie Stanton

MACP, RCC, RRT

“My background as a respiratory therapist shaped my understanding of how stress and anxiety live in the body — I work alongside clients to explore the patterns that may no longer be serving them.”

EMDR IFS Somatic Gottman Full profile →
Diba Ferdowsi

Diba Ferdowsi

Counselling Intern — available through our low-cost counselling program

“I offer a warm, non-judgmental space for clients navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions — supervised by our senior clinical team.”

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Eating Disorders — Frequently Asked Questions

Our counsellors support clients navigating anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder), orthorexia, and disordered eating that doesn't fit a specific diagnosis but is significantly affecting quality of life. Treatment is trauma-informed and compassionate.
For mild to moderate presentations, counselling can be highly effective as the primary intervention. For more severe eating disorders — particularly where there are medical risks related to weight or purging behaviour — a coordinated team including a physician and sometimes a dietitian is important. We will always discuss safety openly and refer appropriately. We work collaboratively with other providers where relevant.
This is a very common concern and a valid one. Skilled eating disorder counselling doesn't involve prescriptive food talk or meal planning — it addresses the emotional, relational, and psychological drivers underneath the eating behaviour. Most clients find that as those drivers are understood and addressed, their relationship with food shifts naturally. Your counsellor will follow your lead on what feels safe to explore.
Yes. Family members often carry significant distress themselves and benefit from their own support. We can also provide psychoeducation for families — helping you understand what your loved one is experiencing, how to communicate in ways that help rather than harm, and how to care for yourself through a difficult time.

Community and Industry Resources for Eating Disorders

  • National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA): A national organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders.
  • CMHA North and West Vancouver: Local mental health organization offering a range of services, including counselling and support groups.
  • Vancouver Coastal Health: The regional health authority responsible for providing health services in Vancouver and surrounding areas.