DBT is a type of talk therapy that helps people accept painful emotions and change unhelpful behaviors. DBT contains four modules: Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Interpersonal Communication.

RO-DBT poses that the root problem in overcontrolled individuals is not a lack of internal emotional regulation, but rather emotional loneliness caused by low openness and deficits in social signaling (how verbal and nonverbal behavior connects or isolates people).

Over controlled diagnoses may include:

-Anorexia Nervosa

-Autism Spectrum Disorders

-Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder

-Perfectionism

CBT is a structured, goal-oriented type of talk therapy that helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.

ACT is an action-oriented therapy that helps individuals learn to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or avoiding them. There is also a heavy emphasis on values and making decisions based on our values.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) allows us to discuss and explore making changes. For many individuals, there may be acknowledgment that change needs to be made (or not) and MI allows us to look at all factors and make decisions without judgement. This allows clients to make informed decisions and maintain autonomy.

Health at Every Size (HAES) practitioners practice from the view point that multiple factors contribute to overall health, not just your weight. During sessions, we will commonly discuss “health promoting behaviors” such as reducing stress, getting enough rest, eating a variety of foods, and taking care of the body. While weight may play a role in some cases, we will focus primarily on other factors and behaviors we can control or increase rather than discussing intentional weight manipulation.