 Click HERE to download the free handout! The Eating Disorder Center provides therapy for eating disorders and body image in Rockville, Maryland serving Bethesda, Potomac, Gaithersburg, and Olney - and virtually throughout Maryland. We also offer eating disorder therapy in Arlington, Virginia and throughout the state of Virginia, as well as in Washington, D.C. Our therapists are not traditional “smile and nod therapists.” They are action oriented and help clients use evidence based tools and strategies to decrease eating disorder thoughts and behaviors. The Eating Disorder Center uses effective modalities including CBT, DBT, and ACT to help clients find freedom from eating disorders and body image struggles. The clinicians on our team also use creative interventions, such as providing clients with handouts to explore and promote eating disorder recovery. This handout is an example of a tool that our clinicians will use with clients in sessions or as an assignment for in between sessions. In recovery from an eating disorder, it can be helpful to think about your life with an eating disorder versus without an eating disorder. Consider the impacts on your mood, your support system, and your quality of life. Oftentimes, people struggling with eating disorders report more mood changes, irritability, isolation from friends and loved ones, and a decrease in ability to focus on tasks such as work and school. You can use this handout to explore the differences of your life with versus without an eating disorder. The instructions of this handout are to fill in the top box with colors, words, symbols, etc., with what your life would be like in your eating disorder and the bottom box with what your life would be like without your eating disorder. Then, take some time to reflect on this difference. It may also be helpful to bring this handout to a therapy or coaching session to further process it. You may develop further insights into the benefits of eating disorder recovery and can discuss with your therapist or coach ways and strategies to work towards recovery and sustain a more fulfilling and well-rounded life. We provide eating disorder therapy in Rockville, Maryland, and virtually throughout Maryland for children, teens, and adults struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, OSFED, ARFID, orthorexia, and compulsive exercise. We also have therapists who specialize in eating disorders co-occurring with trauma, OCD, and mood disorders. Schedule a FREE 15-minute consultation to explore how eating disorder therapy or recovery coaching can help you to find freedom. 🌟 Available in MD, VA, DC, PA, NY, FL, and CA for eating disorder therapy 🌍 Offering recovery coaching worldwide The Eating Disorder Center is a premier outpatient eating disorder therapy center founded by Jennifer Rollin. We specialize in helping children, teens, and adults struggling with anorexia, binge eating disorder, bulimia, OSFED, and body image issues. We provide eating disorder therapy in Rockville, MD, easily accessible to individuals in Potomac, North Potomac, Bethesda, Olney, Silver Spring, Germantown, and Washington, D.C. We also provide eating disorder therapy in Arlington, Virginia and virtually throughout Virginia. Additionally, we offer eating disorder therapy virtually in New York (NYC), Florida, Pennsylvania, and California. We provide eating disorder and EMDR trauma therapy in Rockville, Maryland and virtually throughout Maryland and Virginia. We provide eating disorder recovery coaching via Zoom to people worldwide. Connect with us through our website at www.theeatingdisordercenter.com
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By: Jennifer Rollin, LCSW-C, Therapist & Founder of The Eating Disorder Center  If you're exploring eating disorder therapy in Bethesda, Maryland, you’ve already taken a powerful first step. Whether you’re facing anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, or body image struggles, please know—recovery is absolutely possible. And you don’t have to do it alone. This guide is here to offer clarity, encouragement, and a path forward. You’ll find insight into the recovery process, how to know if you might benefit from therapy, and ways to get matched with an experienced eating disorder therapist in Bethesda, Maryland or virtually throughout Maryland. Understanding Eating Disorders Eating disorders are complex psychological conditions that go far beyond food and weight. They’re often rooted in emotional pain, past traumatic experiences, or social pressures—and frequently serve as a way to cope with difficult emotions. In a place like Bethesda, Maryland, where high-achievement and appearance expectations can be intense, many people internalize toxic messages about bodies and worth. But your value is not defined by your size or your accomplishments. Recovery begins when we start to challenge these damaging beliefs and develop a more compassionate relationship with ourselves. It’s not your fault you’re struggling. But with the right support, you can move toward healing—and a life free from food obsession and body shame. Signs You Might Benefit from Eating Disorder Therapy in Bethesda, Maryland You don’t have to wait until things feel “bad enough.” Many people silently suffer for years, unaware that they deserve help now. If food, exercise, or body image are impacting your life, it may be time to seek support. You might notice:
If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone. And there is hope. Finding Eating Disorder Therapy in Bethesda 1. Virtual Outpatient Therapy in Bethesda, Maryland Outpatient therapy is a flexible and effective option for those ready to heal while staying rooted in daily life. Our team at The Eating Disorder Center offers virtual therapy for clients in Bethesda, Maryland and across Maryland, with a focus on personalized, trauma-informed care. Depending on your needs, your eating disorder therapy treatment plan may include:
Whether you're working to stop binge-purge cycles, break free from restrictive patterns, or learn how to accept your body, we tailor treatment to your unique goals, strengths, and struggles. 2. Whole-Person, Collaborative Support If clients are working with other providers we offer collaborative support. Clients may be working with a therapist, a weight-inclusive registered dietitian, a psychiatrist, and a medical provider to monitor health and safety. We often collaborate with like-minded professionals in and around Bethesda, Maryland to ensure that your care is comprehensive and supportive. This integrated approach helps lay the groundwork for full recovery. What to Expect from the Recovery Process Recovery is not linear—and that’s okay. There may be setbacks. However, with time, effort, and support, change happens. In therapy, you’ll learn to:
Most of all, you’ll start to build a life that feels bigger than your eating disorder—one filled with meaning, freedom, and self-respect. You Deserve Support If you’re ready to explore outpatient eating disorder treatment in Bethesda, Maryland, we’re here to help. At The Eating Disorder Center, we’re committed to care that honors your autonomy and your journey. It’s exhausting to feel stuck in cycles of food fixation or body shame. But you don’t have to stay there. Let’s work together to create a life that feels full, empowered, and truly yours. Schedule a FREE 15-minute consultation to explore how eating disorder therapy or recovery coaching can help you to find freedom. 🌟 Available in MD, VA, DC, PA, NY, FL, and CA for eating disorder therapy 🌍 Offering recovery coaching worldwide The Eating Disorder Center is a premier outpatient eating disorder therapy center founded by Jennifer Rollin. We specialize in helping children, teens, and adults struggling with anorexia, binge eating disorder, bulimia, OSFED, and body image issues. We provide eating disorder therapy in Rockville, MD, easily accessible to individuals in Potomac, North Potomac, Bethesda, Olney, Silver Spring, Germantown, and Washington, D.C. We also provide eating disorder therapy in Arlington, Virginia and virtually throughout Virginia. Additionally, we offer eating disorder therapy virtually in New York (NYC), Florida, Pennsylvania, and California. We provide eating disorder and EMDR trauma therapy in Rockville, Maryland and virtually throughout Maryland and Virginia. We provide eating disorder recovery coaching via Zoom to people worldwide. Connect with us through our website at www.theeatingdisordercenter.com
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