In my practice, I provide a non—chemical, holistic approach to eating disorders such as bulimia and binge eating. This secretive disease can be very destructive and very lonely for many women. I know—I’ve been there. Sometimes there is an over-emphasis on appearance in our culture that can create tremendous pressure to look a certain way. Even though this pressure can be overwhelming, know that there is hope and there is help.

Eating Disorders Treatment

Acupuncture We start with a series of acupuncture treatments that focus on the channels of energy that flow through the body. These channels are responsible for the absorption of nutrients into the body and the transformation of those nutrients into nourishment for the body.

Life Practices The second part of the treatment is to develop life practices that help us feel nourished in everyday life. We will work together to find the unique combination of tools that work best for you:

• colors
• sounds
• self-reflection
• touch
• creating something with your hands
• making or doing something that brings you joy
• movement
• tai chi
• chi gong
• dance

Our goal with these life practices is to explore the vast range of options for providing ourselves nourishment that is not related to food.

Essential OilsIn my practice I use a blend of essential oils that is unique to each person. I pay attention to your personal makeup, the Chinese diagnosis of your presenting symptoms, as well as the specific properties of the oils themselves, to make a blend that will serve you. We use the oils in different ways, depending on the need: directly on the acupuncture points, in compresses, in a diffuser, or in a soaking bath at home. The oils are always taken externally and only for a limited period of time.

Signs of Success

Acupuncture treatments will help bring balance to your body so your urges to overeat will diminish. As you develop more sources of non-food nourishment, you’ll discover how rich your world really is.