Trauma- Informed Eating Disorder Therapy in Denver, Colorado
Get to the root of your eating disorder with a non-traditional approach.
Let me guess, you’re…
Feeling preoccupied by food and like it takes up too much mental space
Finding it hard to be present in your life because of the constant noise of the eating disorder
Feeling exhausted by past treatments that seemed more controlling than supportive
Wanting to get to the root of your eating disorder
Eating Disorder Therapy with me can help you…
Reconnect with your own inner cues and self-trust
Gain tools to regulate your nervous system so you can approach food and life with more calm and clarity
A space that honors your autonomy and doesn’t recreate power struggles that trigger your eating disorder
Finally feel at peace with food and at home in your body
A Different Kind of Eating Disorder Therapy
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been through a lot, not only with your relationship to food, but also with trying to get help for it. Maybe you’ve been in programs that felt rigid, controlling, or like they were happening to you rather than with you. You may have felt like you were losing your sense of agency, or that you had to comply with structures that didn’t feel safe in your nervous system.
I created this space for people who are ready for something different—something that honors your autonomy, your nervous system, and your own pace of healing.
XOXO,
Martha
Why I Approach Eating Disorder Therapy Differently…
In my earlier work, I saw how environments meant to help sometimes ended up hurting. While structured programs are necessary and lifesaving for many, some clients felt re-triggered by timed meals, strict rules, and rigid accountability. These approaches could unintentionally mirror early trauma—feeling controlled, stripped of agency, and left to rebel through food or eating disorder behaviors.
I watched people leave treatment still struggling with food, and often more distrustful of themselves. That’s why I decided to offer something different.
With me, you won’t be micromanaged or policed. I’m not here to dictate what recovery “should” look like. My focus is on creating safety, so your nervous system can settle and real healing can unfold. We work collaboratively, with your agency at the center of every step.
Who I’m a Good Fit For
I work best with people who:
Are medically stable, not in need of intensive or highly structured care, and don’t need strong external accountability
Want to explore the root causes of their eating disorder behaviors rather than just the surface-level symptoms
Value autonomy, agency, and self-determination in their healing process
Have felt that traditional treatment was too controlling, rigid, or oversimplified
I may not be the right fit if you are:
In need of medical stabilization or a higher level of care such as inpatient or residential treatment
Looking for a therapist to provide strict accountability, food monitoring, or a highly structured program
Needing an emergency response or crisis-level support on a regular basis
Not wanting to explore trauma underlying your eating disorder
Unique Options for Deeper Support
While weekly 60-minute sessions provide steady progress, sometimes you may want something different—either more experiential support in the moment or a deeper dive that accelerates your healing. That’s why I offer these additional options:
Meal Support Sessions: Experiential Healing in Real Time
Sometimes, it’s not enough to talk about food, you need support while you’re actually navigating it. That’s where meal support sessions come in.
In these sessions, we work together in real time as you move through a meal or snack. Instead of rigid rules or pressure, you’ll get:
A safe, compassionate presence to help regulate your nervous system
Gentle guidance in noticing and shifting patterns with food in the moment
A chance to practice eating with more calm, curiosity, and self-trust
Meal support allows you to experience what healing feels like, not just reflect on it.
Immersive Sessions: When You’re Ready for More Depth, Faster
If you don’t have time for weekly therapy—or you’re craving a deeper dive—immersive sessions may be the right fit.
Immersives give us extended time together, so we can:
Move past the “check-in” phase and uncover the root of your eating disorder patterns
Create safety and momentum that accelerate the healing process
Explore connections and insights that aren’t always possible in a single hour
Many clients say immersives give them the breakthrough they’d been waiting for when weekly therapy alone wasn’t enough.
Other Services I Offer
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PTSD and Trauma Therapy
You hesitate to label it trauma because no one physically hurt you, but you feel stuck in patterns of overthinking, people-pleasing, or shutting down, no matter how much you try to change. The weight of past experiences has left you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you really are, and you’re ready to not freak out every time you receive a punctuation-less text.
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Chronic Pain Therapy
You’ve tried everything—medications, doctor visits, massage, you name it—but nothing brings lasting relief. Chronic pain can feel isolating and overwhelming, especially when tied to past trauma. Using somatic techniques, I help clients gently uncover the root causes of their pain, finding relief from within and reconnecting with ease in their bodies. You don’t have to do this alone—there’s hope.
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Self-Esteem Therapy
Other people would say they’re impressed by you and you get regular praise from your boss for going “above and beyond”, yet it never feels like enough. You want to walk into a room without immediately retreating to the back corner, and to not hide behind your constantly slouched shoulders. Learn how to let go of self-doubt, tap into your self-worth, and start embracing who you truly are.
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Nervous System Resets
You’ve been wanting to ask for help, but the thought of opening up to a random person feels overwhelming. A nervous system reset could be the perfect starting point. Using somatic techniques like deep breathing, grounding, and gentle movement, it helps shift your body into a relaxed state of safety. It’s a gentle way to feel more balanced and calm without the pressure of weekly therapy sessions.
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Somatic Therapy Approach
You’ve tried talk therapy, and understand your problems, but still feel like they’re running your life. That’s where somatic therapy with me can make a difference. Instead of just talking, we’ll work with your body to release the patterns of stress and tension that keep you stuck. Using gentle techniques like breathwork and grounding, we’ll help you feel safer, more connected, and ready to heal from the inside out.
Eating Disorder Therapy FAQs
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Eating disorder therapy provides a safe space to explore your relationship with food, body, and self. Together, we look beyond surface behaviors to understand the deeper roots of your struggles, while building tools to regulate your nervous system and reconnect with your inner cues.
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If food, eating, or body image takes up so much mental space that it impacts your daily life, relationships, or ability to be present, it may be time to seek support. You don’t have to wait until things feel “bad enough”—reaching out early can make healing more accessible.
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We will start with a consultation call to ensure we are a good fit, and from there we can choose an approach that works for you. Use the contact form on my website to book!