Disordered
Eating Support
Your relationship with food is deeply personal. At Clearview Counselling, we help you understand the roots of disordered eating and build a healthier, more balanced approach to nourishment and self-care.
Understanding Disordered Eating
Disordered eating refers to a range of unhealthy behaviors and attitudes toward food, eating, and body image. These behaviors can disrupt daily life, physical health, and emotional well-being.
Disordered eating is real, and your challenges are valid. While not all cases meet the criteria for a diagnosed eating disorder, the impact on mental health, relationships, and quality of life can be profound.
"Disordered eating affects people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds."
It often stems from a complex mix of societal pressures, emotional stress, and internal struggles.
Common Behaviors
- 1Obsessive calorie counting or restrictive dieting
- 2Binge eating or emotional overeating
- 3Chronic yo-yo dieting
- 4Using food to cope with stress or emotions
- 5Over-exercising to 'make up' for eating
- 6Guilt, shame, or anxiety around food
Signs & Symptoms
Recognizing the signs is an important first step toward healing
Preoccupation with food, weight, or body shape
Feelings of guilt or shame after eating
Skipping meals or eating in secret
Drastic changes in weight
Rigid rules or rituals around food
Using food or exercise as punishment
What Causes Disordered Eating?
There is no single cause—many factors contribute to these challenges
Societal Pressures
Cultural expectations to achieve an 'ideal' body type create unrealistic standards.
Emotional Stress
Trauma, anxiety, depression, or unresolved mental health challenges often trigger unhealthy eating patterns.
Self-Esteem
Low self-worth or perfectionism can drive harmful behaviors around food and body.
Family Dynamics
Upbringing and family attitudes around food and body image play a significant role.
Diet Culture
A history of restrictive dieting can establish unhealthy patterns that persist.
Disordered eating is often linked to deeper emotional issues that require compassionate, professional support.
How We Can Help
At Clearview Counselling, we understand that your relationship with food is deeply personal and complex. Our experienced therapists offer a compassionate approach to help you identify root causes and rebuild a positive relationship with food and yourself.
Identify Triggers
Understand the emotional and psychological factors behind disordered eating behaviors
Develop Healthy Coping
Build new strategies for managing stress and emotions without using food
Reframe Negative Thoughts
Challenge and change harmful beliefs about food, eating, and body image
Foster Self-Compassion
Cultivate acceptance and kindness toward yourself and your body
Build Sustainable Habits
Create healthy patterns that support your overall well-being long-term
You Don't Have to Face This Alone
Clearview Counselling is here to guide you toward healing, balance, and a renewed sense of self-worth.
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Located in Calgary, Clearview Counselling offers a warm, welcoming environment for your healing journey. We also provide secure online therapy for clients throughout Alberta, Yukon, and Nunavut.