Dr. Elayne Daniels
Psychotherapy & coaching
If this sounds like you, know that you’re not alone. I’m Dr. Elayne Daniels, a psychologist who works with people of all ages to help them deal with eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia, as well as anxiety. I help people through different types of therapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), behavioral therapy for bulimia in Boston, Florida and Canton, and interpersonal therapy. If you’re ready to understand your thoughts and feelings better, build healthier habits, and learn how to cope with anxiety, I’m here to help.
What Are Eating Disorders and Anxiety?
Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are serious problems that affect how a person thinks about food, their body, and themselves. These disorders can make people do harmful things to control their weight, like not eating enough, avoid certain foods, or making themselves throw up. The three most common cognitive therapy for eating disorders in Boston, Canton and Florida that I help with are:
● Anorexia Nervosa: This involves eating very little, fearing weight gain, and having a distorted view of one’s body.
● Bulimia Nervosa: This involves eating a lot of food in a short time (bingeing) and then trying to get rid of the food through vomiting, extreme exercise, or other unhealthy behaviors.
● Binge Eating Disorder: This involves frequently eating large amounts of food in a short period while feeling a loss of control, often followed by guilt or distress, but without behaviors to get rid of the food.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a strong feeling of worry or fear that doesn’t go away. It can make your heart race, your stomach hurt, and your mind feel like it’s always running. Anxiety can show up in different ways, like:
● Worrying all the time about things that may not even happen
● Feeling afraid to be around other people (social anxiety)
● Getting stuck in negative thoughts that make you feel nervous or scared
Both eating disorders and anxiety can make you feel like you’re not in control. But the good news is that there are ways to help you feel better.
How Therapy Can Help You
Therapy is more than just talking—it’s a chance to learn new ways to handle tough situations, manage your thoughts, and feel better about yourself. I use several approaches to help people dealing with eating disorders and anxiety.
1. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT is a type of therapy that focuses on how your thoughts affect your feelings and actions. If you struggle with anorexia nervosa or bulimia, CBT can help you change negative thoughts about food and your body. It can also help you manage anxious thoughts that make you feel stuck.
I provide cognitive behavioral therapy for anorexia nervosa in Boston, Canton, and Florida, as well as behavioral therapy for bulimia in these areas. Together, we’ll find healthier ways to think and cope.
2. Behavior Therapy for Teenagers
Being a teenager can be tough enough without adding the weight of an eating disorder or anxiety. You may feel pressure to fit in, do well in school, or look a certain way. If you’re a teen in Boston or Canton looking for help, I offer behavior therapy for teenagers. We can work on building self-esteem, managing stress, and dealing with social pressures in a healthier way.
3. Cognitive Therapy for Eating Disorders
Cognitive therapy focuses on understanding and changing harmful thoughts. If you’re in Boston or Florida and need help with an eating disorder, cognitive therapy can help you understand why you think the way you do about food and your body. It can also help you make positive changes to feel better.
4. Interpersonal Therapy for Bulimia Nervosa
Interpersonal therapy helps you understand how your relationships with others affect your feelings and behaviors. If you need interpersonal therapy for bulimia nervosa in Boston, Canton, or Florida, I can help you see how conflicts, friendships, and family dynamics might impact your eating habits and self-esteem.
When you start therapy with me, we’ll first talk about what you’re going through. I want to understand your experience, not just the symptoms. Together, we’ll set goals to help you feel more in control and at peace.
Therapy sessions can be done in different ways:
● In-Person Therapy: If you’re in Boston or Canton, you can come to my office for face-to-face sessions.
● Online Therapy: If you’re in Florida or prefer to stay home, I offer online therapy. You can talk to me from a private space where you feel safe.
Online therapy is just as effective as meeting in person, and it works well if you have a busy schedule, live far away, or feel more comfortable talking from home.
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Whether you're interested in working with a psychotherapist in Florida, exploring options with a life coach in Florida, or joining my HSP Group Coaching in Florida, I’d love to learn more about your goals and how I can help.
Contact me today to schedule a free telephone consultation. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow.