Services
INNER IMAGE GROUPSEating Disorder Group Program
Summer 2012
Adult Women’s Psychotherapy Group
Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 PM; or Fridays 11:30 - 1:00 PM; or TBD
This is a supportive psychotherapy group program for adult women choosing to recover from an eating disorder and body image dissatisfaction. The journey of recovery is made that more challenging when needing to balance the demands of work and family at the same time. The group is designed to give you specific tools for recovery, as well as give you the support you need to take care of yourself without resorting to eating symptoms.
Group utilizes therapeutic modalities such as writing, art therapy, relaxation, as well as CBT/DBT techniques. Group members should be in concurrent individual treatment.
To schedule your Intake Interview, call Barbara Reese, LCSW at (973) 783-2292.
Young Adult Women's Group
Thursdays 6:30 - 8:00 PM; or Fridays 1:30 - 3:00 PM; or TBD
This INNER IMAGE therapy group program is for young adult women, typically college age, seeking to recover from Anorexia, Bulimia, or Binge Eating Disorder.
The group will concentrate on your recovery journey as it relates to resolving eating disordered thinking and behaviors and develop a strong sense of self-identity separate from the eating disorder. Other themes include; separating from one’s family, learning to live on your own, and being in charge of your own health and recovery.
Improve your body image and your self-esteem while making meaningful connections with other young women experiencing the same challenges.
This group has a separate Nutrition section led by a Registered Dietitian who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders.
To schedule your Initial Individual Assessment contact Barbara Reese, LCSW, at (973) 783-2292.
Adolescent Eating Disorder Groups
Tuesdays or Thursdays 7:00 - 8:00 PM
These INNER IMAGE therapy groups are for adolescent girls seeking to recover from Anorexia, Bulimia, or Compulsive/Binge eating issues.
Here the adolescent girl has a unique opportunity to receive support and feedback from peers who are experiencing similar food and weight pre-occupations. The purpose of the group is to provide a safe place for the girls to learn to identify the underlying feeling states that are behind the eating disorder thinking and body dissatisfaction. The goal is to help the girls cope better with social, academic, or family stressors, without resorting to eating disorder symptoms and behaviors, such as restricting or purging. The group experience with peers is an ideal avenue to help decrease the social isolation and shame that often accompanies this disorder.
The therapeutic and experiential modalities utilized in the group are: journal writing, art therapy, relaxation/breathing techniques, body image exercises, and CBT/DBT skills.
To schedule your adolescent daughter’s intake interview call Mrs. Barbara Reese at (973) 783-2292.
Tweens/Young Teens Eating Disorder Group
Ages 11-13, approx.
Tuesdays or Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 PM
This INNER IMAGE therapy group is designed for the tween or young adolescent girl seeking recovery from Anorexia or Bulimia, 11-13 years old, approximately. This group has the same goals as the Adolescent Groups above, but addresses the specific developmental and maturational needs of this critical age group, without exposing them to the issues of older adolescents.
The group also utilizes therapeutic and experiential modalities such as journal writing, art therapy, relaxation/breathing techniques, body image exercises, and CBT/DBT skills, as well as - psychoeducational materials encouraging the young teen to grow.
To schedule your tween or young teen daughter’s intake interview, call Mrs. Barbara Reese, LCSW, at (973) 783-2292.
Improve your body image,
Your relationship with food,
And your self-esteem!
The INNER IMAGE Group Program
For Eating and Body Image Concerns
Never satisfied with your body?
Feeling out of control around food? Or controlled by food?
Obsessions with body size and diets, restricting, binging/purging, or compulsive overeating…can jeopardize your mental and physical health. Our INNER IMAGE group program addresses the cultural and personal issues related to food and weight in the ongoing context of one’s life.
The INNER IMAGE weekly group program has 3 integral components:
- Girl’s or Women’s Supportive Therapy – with a focus on healing from Anorexia/Bulimia or Emotional Overeating, and improving upon personal coping with one’s feeling states. You will learn to find your “voice” for communication and self-assertion.
- Intuitive Eating – specific techniques for developing conscious, healthy behaviors around eating behaviors and intake.
- Body Image – to increase self-esteem and body acceptance, we will be using experiential modalities such as guided imagery, journal writing, and art expression.
Reconnect with your body and self and express your real needs in a safe supportive environment. Feel empowered at any size!
Overcoming Emotional Eating Group
Mondays or Wednesdays 7:00 – 8:15 PM
Fridays 11 AM or 12:30 PM
This INNER IMAGE group is for adult women struggling with emotional overeating and body image dissatisfaction. This group uses the concepts of intuitive eating and mindfulness to heal from compulsive overeating or binge eating disorder. Learn how to translate the language of food and body hatred into true understanding and satisfaction of your real needs.
“How can I feed my heart and soul?”
“What am I really craving?”
Advanced Overcoming Emotional Eating Group
Every other Friday 9:15 to 10:45 AM, or
Every other Sunday 9:30 to 11:00 AM, or
TBD by Group
This INNER IMAGE group is for women who have already been utilizing the non-diet approach and feel the need for ongoing support. Women in this group typically have a history of trauma or abuse and are looking to heal these wounds as well.
Both groups utilize the 3 integral components of The INNER IMAGE Group Program:
- Women’s Issues
- Intuitive Eating
- Body Image
Both groups utilize workbooks and experiential modalities, such as journal writing, relaxation/guided imagery, and art, to improve coping mechanisms and discover their truths.
Call Barbara Reese, LCSW, (973) 783-2292 to schedule your intake interview.
INNER IMAGE group sessions may be reimbursable by your mental health benefits of your insurance under Group Psychotherapy, CPT # 90853.
Improve your body image,
Your relationship with food,
And your self-esteem!
Pregnancy and Beyond
4-Week Cycles, Sections:
Wednesdays, 11 AM to 12 PM
Saturdays, 9:30 to 10:30 AM
This wellness workshop series is intended to be a safe and supportive environment to explore the changes in your moods, your body image, and in your relationships, during your pregnancy.
This workshop is meant to maximize your mental health Pre-Natally to insure a happy and healthy pregnancy, and wonderful bonding time with your newborn. The intent of this pregnancy workshop is to focus on the joys of pregnancy and the rewards of pending motherhood. The goal is to shore up your coping skills during your pregnancy that will be necessary in those first intense months with your newborn.
At the Women’s Therapy Service, we have found that having a personal or family history of depression or anxiety, a history of an eating disorder, or a personal history with abuse or trauma, can all be risk factors for Post-Partum Depression. At The Women's Therapy Service we have experienced much success in preventing post-partum depression by initiating this therapeutic work during pregnancy.
Make new friends and experience support from other Mothers-to-Be.
Workshop utilizes experiential methods such as relaxation techniques and guided imagery.
$40.00 for single session or $140.00 for a 4-week cycle.
For more information and to receive registration forms call Barbara Reese, MSW, LCSW, at (973) 783-2292.
