Eating Disorders Support Group
Eating disorders are marked by an obsessive need to control the intake and/or purging of food. This community is dedicated to those struggling on the road to recovery. Join to discuss your experience with others and find support. Get advice, ask questions, and meet others who are going through similar struggles.
I am starting to see a therapist tomorrow night. She isn't an ED therapist but until I get in to the ED clinic, i thought this would be better than nothing. I'm okay with going....and talking about my issues. I just always hate the opening questions. "So why are you here to see me?" "What have you been going through lately?" Things like that, where they give you the opening to tell them what is "wrong with you"! Seeing as how she isn't an ED therapist, I know I will know way more about ED's then she will. So I guess I will just tell her that I have ED-NOS. Then explain what that is(betting she won't know)and go from there. I just hate having to explain why I came....It's always awkward and embarassing. Any one else feel the same?
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I felt the same! But then again they will see you want help and if they are smart they will do all they can to show you the right direction. Hopefully if they can't help you they redirect you to someone who can. Good luck and don't worry this is a VERY good thing you are doing :)
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yes..... I have been to two therapists and I have to say the one with the ED specialty really did help me more. You are right though, a trained therapist of any sort is much better than nothing at all. It can be very awkward....so many times I was nervous to go...just remember you are there to share your innermost thoughts and feelings to the best of your ability. I would suggest to be truthful, I lied and kept some information from both of mine and in the end it only has a negative impact on your recovery. I wish you the best of luck....
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
