Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
Binge-Eating Disorder (BED) is an eating disorder that involves recurrent episodes where an individual eats a large amount of food in a relatively short amount of time. During the binge, the person experiences a feeling of lack of control over how much or what they are eating. They might also feel disconnected from their bodies. Binges are often followed by extreme feelings of disgust, shame, depression, and regret. The intensity of these emotions can lead the person to “overcorrect” by restricting their food intake. However, this restriction increases physiological drive to binge and the cycle repeats. People living with BED often feel emotionally drained and hopeless against this cycle. They can be self-critical and often internalize their binges as problems of willpower - when this could not be further from the truth. Anxiety, depression, and history of trauma commonly co-occur with BED.
Explore common social, mental, and physical symptoms of Binge Eating Disorder below. Please know that all people and eating disorders are unique, so you may observe many or none of these behaviors.
Common Binge Eating Disorder Symptoms
Unusual eating habits · "All or nothing" approach to food · Eating large amounts even when not hungry · Hoarding and/or hiding food · Feelings of worthlessness or shame after eating · Engaging in food rituals · Noticeable changes in weight · Difficulty addressing anger or sadness · Eating in isolation
How can we help?
At Empowered, we will help you foster trust and connection with your body through trauma-informed therapy and personalized nutritional support. We will help you challenge feelings of shame with a better understanding of underlying emotional triggers, as well as the development of the coping skills needed to navigate difficult and painful emotions.
Why Choose Empowered?
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Locally-owned and operated
Empowered was founded by a small group of local professionals without corporate backing or outside investors. Our ultimate goal is to provide the highest level of care and make a difference in our community.
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Clinically-sophisticated
Our highly trained clinical team is here to help you not only find relief from the symptoms of your eating disorder, but also address the underlying conditions driving those behaviors. From trauma modalities to emotional regulation skills to medication management, we will find the solution that works best for you.
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Individualized Care
Because of our small scale and high staff to client ratios, we are able to provide our clients with comprehensive care tailored to their specific needs. From personalized meal plans to specialty modalities, we’ve got you covered.