Compassionate, Comprehensive Care for Emotional Eating and Food-Related Distress
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder in the United States, yet it often goes undiagnosed and untreated. Unlike other eating disorders, individuals with BED experience recurring episodes of consuming large quantities of food—often rapidly and to the point of discomfort—paired with feelings of shame, loss of control, and distress. At NY Mental Health Center, we understand that BED is not a failure of willpower, but a serious mental health condition that deserves expert, empathetic treatment.
Through our telehealth platform, we offer specialized care that meets you where you are—emotionally and geographically. Our collaborative team of experienced psychologists and psychiatrists works with you to break the binge-restrict cycle, uncover underlying emotional drivers, and create a sustainable path toward healing.
Why Choose NY Mental Health Center?
Integrated, Expert Treatment Team
Our clinicians bring an average of 18 years of post-academic experience and are specifically trained to address eating behaviors, body image distress, and the co-occurring mental health conditions that often accompany BED—such as depression, anxiety, trauma, or ADHD. Our therapists and psychiatrists work together to create personalized, coordinated treatment plans that address both emotional and behavioral aspects of the disorder.
Telehealth That Fits Your Life
Our secure, HIPAA-compliant teletherapy model makes it easy to receive consistent, high-quality care—without having to leave home. Whether you live in Manhattan, Buffalo, or anywhere in between, you’ll have access to some of New York’s top eating disorder specialists.
Insurance-Friendly, Accessible Care
We proudly accept commercial insurance to reduce financial barriers and make expert care more affordable. No other mental health practice in New York offers this level of access, experience, and flexibility in the treatment of BED.
What Is Binge Eating Disorder?
BED involves recurring episodes of eating unusually large amounts of food in a short period of time—accompanied by a sense of loss of control and followed by shame, guilt, or emotional distress. It is not the same as occasional overeating. Binge episodes may happen even when a person is not physically hungry and are often followed by intense regret.
Common signs and symptoms include:
- Eating much more rapidly than normal.
- Eating until uncomfortably full.
- Eating large amounts of food when not physically hungry.
- Eating alone due to embarrassment.
- Feelings of disgust, depression, or guilt after eating.
- Frequent dieting without long-term results.
- Avoidance of social situations involving food.
Unlike bulimia, binge eating is not typically followed by purging behaviors, but the emotional and physical toll can be equally significant.
How We Treat Binge Eating Disorder
At NY Mental Health Center, our treatment approach is rooted in empathy, science, and personalization. Your care plan may include:
1. Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment
We begin with a thorough evaluation to assess your eating behaviors, emotional well-being, medical history, and any co-occurring conditions. This helps us understand the full picture and build a treatment plan that works for you.
2. Evidence-Based Psychotherapy
Our therapists use research-backed modalities to help you develop healthier relationships with food, your body, and your emotions. These include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Build skills in emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
- Mindfulness and Compassion-Based Approaches: Increase body awareness and reduce shame.
3. Psychiatric Medication Management
Some individuals benefit from medications that target mood, impulse control, or underlying conditions such as depression or anxiety. Our psychiatrists work closely with your therapist to ensure your treatment is cohesive and well-coordinated.
4. Long-Term Support and Relapse Prevention
BED often involves a long-standing pattern of emotional coping through food. We provide ongoing support to help you build lasting tools for emotional regulation, stress management, and body trust—while maintaining progress over time.
You Deserve Peace with Food—and with Yourself
Binge Eating Disorder is treatable. You are not alone, and you do not have to navigate this journey without support. At NY Mental Health Center, we offer expert, compassionate care designed to help you reconnect with your body, break cycles of emotional eating, and create a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Book a confidential consultation today to begin your path toward recovery. Let’s talk about how we can help you heal—with dignity, skill, and support.