Methods

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an effective combination of talk therapy and behavioral therapy. 

CBT can be useful to individuals suffering from eating disorders, depression, and anxiety. During CBT, patients have the opportunity to work with a therapist to find the source of negative thinking and transform those thoughts into a positive, growth mindset. The ultimate goal of CBT is to replace negative thoughts and actions with productive behaviors that make the individual feel equipped to overcome any difficult moment.

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Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is an effective combination of cognitive and behavioral therapies. The goal of DBT is to transform negative thinking patterns and destructive behaviors into positive outcomes.  The effectiveness of DBT has been shown to help people diagnosed with an eating disorder regulate their emotions, build self-management skills, reduce anxiety and stress, and control destructive eating behaviors. 

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EMDR is a psychotherapy technique designed to relieve the distress associated with disturbing memories. Short for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, it involves recalling a specific troublesome experience while following a side-to-side visual stimulus delivered by the therapist. The resulting lateral eye movements are thought to help reduce the emotional charge of the memory so that the experience can be safely discussed, digested, and stripped of the power to trigger anxiety and avoidance. Source: Psychology Today

Aromas as "Therapy"

Technically, aromatherapy is the purposeful application of essential oils to achieve a desired emotional or physical benefit. Essential oils are extracted from plants and most often applied topically after they’ve been diluted in a carrier oil or diffused in the air.

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A holistic approach to therapy seeks to enhance the mind-body-spirit connection to improve well-being, lower stress, and help to reduce trauma responses. Holistic therapy often includes complementary therapies such as aromatherapy and mindfulness practices.

Did you know that eating habits can contribute to mental health conditions? Nutrition is one piece of the puzzle that helps prevent poor emotional health. Nutrition can complement mental health treatments.