Eating Disorder Counselling In Calgary

Eating disorder treatment is a process of working with a professional to overcome an eating disorder. Eating disorders are more than just a problem with food – they are mental health issues that affect how you think and feel about yourself, your body and your relationships. 

Eating disorders are serious health conditions that can be fatal if left untreated. The good news is that eating disorders are treatable, and recovery is possible. But it’s also true that eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness—not just because of the potential health consequences, but also because people with eating disorders sometimes don’t seek treatment for fear of being stigmatized or judged. 

It’s important to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of an eating disorder, so you can reach out to someone who might need help and support them in getting the help they need. Eating disorder symptoms can include:

• Restricting food to avoid weight gain;
• Excessive exercising or fasting to lose weight;
• Frequent dieting or binge eating;
• Use of laxatives or diuretics to control weight; and/or
• Purging after eating (e.g., self-induced vomiting), use of enemas or other methods of inducing bowel movements.

At Virtuous Circle Counselling, we will work with you to develop a personal recovery plan that meets your specific needs. Our treatment programs are designed to address both the physical and mental aspects of your eating disorder. We offer individualized therapy sessions. We also provide consultation services for families and loved ones who wish to help support their loved one’s recovery process.

There are many types of eating disorders and each kind requires different types of treatment in order to best help the client. If you or a loved one are suffering from an eating disorder and do not know what to do, contact Virtuous Circle Counselling today for information on how to get help as soon as possible.