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Your journey is unique and personal
Here's the hard truth: LGBTQIA+ people are more likely to experience discrimination, harassment and denial of services compared to the general population.
But not at Mindfullness. You can count on us to support you through your entire journey with a safe, inclusive space to heal, grow and reclaim a healthy relationship with food and your body.
Eating disorder signs
Is often characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image.
This can include the pressure to conform to an ideal body type and also gender dysphoria and identity.
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Bulimia nervosa involves binge eating followed by purging to avoid weight gain.
Often this occurs as a response to trauma, stress or pressure to conform to body type.
Involves eating large amounts of food in a short period and includes feelings of loss of control, distress, or guilt.
Many times it is in response to expressing emotions in a healthy way.
ARFID is a lack of interest in eating or avoiding certain foods, often due to sensitivities or negative experiences related to food.
It can result in nutritional deficiencies and may impact physical health.
Services for different care needs
At Mindfullness, we provide a variety of services tailored to the needs of our LGBTQIA+ clients. Here’s how we help:
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One-on-one therapy: You'll work with a therapist experienced in treating those in the LGBTQIA+ community with eating disorders. The goal is to help you understand your relationship with food and begin to heal in a supportive, understanding environment.
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Family therapy: Eating disorders affect the whole family, even if that family doesn't share DNA. Sessions with your loved ones will help them learn how to best support you, open the lines of communication and work together toward recovery.
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Intuitive eating: This approach can help you reconnect with your natural hunger cues and focus on listening to your body instead of following restrictive eating patterns.
What you'll learn with us
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How to heal your relationship with food and embrace intuitive eating
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Effective coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety and trauma-related to your eating disorder
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How to set healthy boundaries and practice self-compassion in your daily life
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Essential​ tools for recovery and well-being
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A balanced relationship with food without diets or detoxes—all foods fit
What you can expect in each session
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A welcoming environment where your gender identity and sexual orientation are fully accepted
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Confidentiality and trust as we build a safe space for you to share your story
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Open dialogue where we work together to uncover the root causes of your eating disorder
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A focus on building a healthy relationship with food allowing you to heal, grow and reclaim your body
We will never discriminate
1 in 5
LGBTQIA+ adults avoided medical care due to discrimination by health care providers.*
*National Eating Disorder Alliance
Your healing starts here
Navigating food and body preoccupation as an LGBTQIA+ individual can come with unique challenges. At Mindfulness, we’ve spent over 13 years offering a safe and compassionate space for healing. My team combines expertise with an understanding of your identity and struggles. As both a parent and a professional I’m here to provide support and guidance as you take the first step toward healing and finding your path forward.
