Online Binge Eating Disorder Therapy in New York and Florida
Private-pay, specialized therapy for women who feel out of control around food — even if no one else sees the struggle.
You Feel Out of Control Around Food — And Then Ashamed
Stephanie Van Schaick, LMHC, C-DBT, CIMHP
Eating Disorder and Trauma Therapist
• 10+ years working with eating disorders
• Specialized in private-pay care
• Serving NY & FL virtually
It usually starts quietly.
You tell yourself you’ll just have one.
You promise tomorrow will be different.
You try to “be good” all day — and then something shifts.
Before you know it, you’re eating past fullness.
Eating quickly.
Eating alone.
Eating in secret.
Afterward, the guilt hits.
You feel disgusted.
Embarrassed.
Weak.
Ashamed.
You may not call it an eating disorder.
You might just say:
“I have no willpower.”
“I’m addicted to food.”
“I can’t control myself.”
But the cycle keeps repeating.
And the shame keeps growing.
Not Sure If This Is Binge Eating Disorder?
You don’t need a formal diagnosis to seek support.
Binge eating disorder often looks like:
Eating large amounts of food in a short period
Feeling unable to stop once you start
Eating alone due to embarrassment
Feeling guilt, shame, or depression afterward
Repeated dieting followed by loss of control
Many people struggling with binge eating appear high-functioning. They manage careers, families, and responsibilities while privately battling food.
You don’t have to wait until it “gets worse” to get help.
What Is Binge Eating Disorder?
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is a clinically recognized eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food accompanied by a sense of loss of control.
Unlike bulimia, binge eating is not followed by regular compensatory behaviors like purging.
BED is not about lack of discipline. It is often rooted in emotional regulation challenges, trauma history, perfectionism, chronic dieting, and shame.
Research shows that structured, evidence-based therapy significantly improves long-term recovery outcomes.
Early intervention helps break the restrict–binge cycle before it becomes more entrenched.
My Approach to Binge Eating Disorder Therapy
I specialize in eating disorder and trauma treatment for women ages 15 and up.
My work goes beyond stopping binge episodes.
We address:
The restrict–binge cycle
Emotional triggers
Perfectionism and all-or-nothing thinking
Trauma history when relevant
Body image distress
Food neutrality and sustainable patterns
My approach is structured, collaborative, and evidence-based.
Sessions are typically held weekly to support consistent progress.
I provide virtual therapy to clients throughout New York and Florida.
This May Be a Good Fit If:
You feel trapped in a cycle of restriction and overeating
You are tired of dieting and starting over
You want specialized eating disorder treatment
You value privacy and individualized care
You are ready for consistent weekly sessions
You are willing to invest in private-pay therapy
Where I Provide Online Binge Eating Disorder Therapy
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You do not lack willpower.
You are not broken.
If you’re ready to break the cycle of shame and regain a sense of steadiness around food, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
Most clients tell me they feel relief even after the first conversation.
Binge Eating Disorder Therapy FAQs
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Yes.
Many people use the term “emotional eating” to describe turning to food when stressed, sad, or overwhelmed. Binge Eating Disorder (BED), however, involves recurring episodes of eating large amounts of food accompanied by a sense of loss of control and significant shame or distress afterward.
While occasional emotional eating is common, binge eating disorder tends to feel cyclical, compulsive, and deeply distressing. If you repeatedly feel out of control around food and stuck in a restrict–binge pattern, therapy can help address the underlying drivers.
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You don’t need to diagnose yourself to begin therapy.
You may be struggling with binge eating disorder if you:
Feel unable to stop eating once you start
Eat quickly or past physical fullness
Eat alone due to embarrassment
Experience guilt, shame, or self-criticism afterward
Frequently diet or restrict between binge episodes
Whether your symptoms meet full diagnostic criteria or not, if food feels overwhelming or out of control, that’s enough reason to seek support.
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Yes.
Research supports the effectiveness of structured, evidence-based online therapy for eating disorders, including binge eating disorder. Consistency and specialization matter more than the physical location of the session.
Virtual therapy allows you to receive specialized treatment in a private, comfortable setting without commuting or worrying about running into someone you know.
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I am an out-of-network provider and do not accept insurance directly.
Many clients choose private-pay therapy because it allows for greater privacy, flexibility, and specialized care without the limitations often associated with insurance-based treatment. My focus is on providing structured, individualized treatment tailored to your specific needs rather than meeting insurance requirements.
If you would like to pursue possible out-of-network reimbursement, I can provide a detailed superbill for you to submit to your insurance company.
If you’re unsure how out-of-network benefits work, we can briefly discuss this during your consultation.
