Online Anorexia Therapy for Women in New York and Florida
Private-pay, specialized therapy for women who feel controlled by food, weight, or the number on the scale — even if no one else sees how much you’re struggling.
You’re Exhausted From the Mental Battle With Food
Stephanie Van Schaick, LMHC, C-DBT, CIMHP
Eating Disorder and Trauma Therapist
You wake up already bracing for the day ahead.
Even if you slept through the night, your mind is already calculating — what you’ll eat, what you shouldn’t eat, how to “make up” for yesterday, how to avoid the scale going up.
You may look disciplined, healthy, or high-achieving from the outside.
But internally, food rules, body dissatisfaction, and fear of weight gain are consuming your mental energy.
Every meal feels like a test.
Every social event feels risky.
Every number feels like a verdict.
You’re tired of being controlled by something that used to feel like control.
And you’re scared to admit how much space this takes up in your life.
Not Sure If This Is Anorexia?
You don’t need a formal diagnosis to begin therapy.
Maybe you wouldn’t call it anorexia.
Maybe you’d say:
“I just eat clean.”
“I feel better when I restrict.”
“I panic when I gain weight.”
“I’m just disciplined.”
But if food rules, fear of weight gain, or rigid control are driving your daily decisions, that’s something worth exploring.
You don’t have to hit a crisis point to get support.
What Is Anorexia Nervosa?
Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by restriction of food intake, intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted relationship with body image and control.
It can show up as:
Severe food restriction
Obsessive calorie counting
Compulsive exercise
Fear of certain foods
Avoidance of social eating
A sense of identity tied to weight or discipline
Anorexia is not about vanity. It is often rooted in anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, and a need for control or safety.
Early intervention significantly improves long-term recovery outcomes.
Anorexia nervosa is a complex mental health condition that requires specialized treatment. Research consistently shows that structured, evidence-based therapy significantly improves long-term outcomes. Early intervention leads to better recovery trajectories and reduces medical risk.
My Approach to Anorexia Therapy
I’m Stephanie Van Schaick, LMHC. I specialize in eating disorder and trauma treatment for women ages 15 and up.
My work goes beyond symptom management.
We address:
Restrictive patterns
Underlying anxiety and perfectionism
Trauma history when relevant
Emotional regulation skills
Body image healing
Identity beyond the disorder
My approach is structured, collaborative, and evidence-based. Sessions are typically held weekly to support measurable, consistent progress.
I work virtually with clients throughout New York and Florida.
This May Be a Good Fit If:
You want specialized anorexia treatment rather than general therapy
You’re ready for consistent weekly sessions
You value privacy and individualized care
You’re willing to invest in private-pay therapy
Where I Provide Online Anorexia Therapy
Start Online Anorexia Therapy Today
If you’re ready to stop living in constant negotiation with food and your body, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
We’ll briefly discuss what’s been weighing on you and determine whether working together feels like the right next step.
Most clients tell me they feel relief even after the first conversation.
Anorexia Therapy FAQs
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Yes. Research supports virtual treatment for eating disorders when care is structured and consistent.
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I am an out-of-network provider. I provide superbills for possible reimbursement.
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Most clients attend weekly 45-minute sessions.
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No. Therapy can begin based on symptoms and concerns.
