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Are You Concerned That You or Someone You Care About May Have an Eating Disorder? 5 Things You Can Do, Women’s Group Therapy, La Verne, Ilissa Banhazl, MFT

Have you noticed that you or your adult daughter, sister, mother, wife, or girlfriend has issues with food? Do you or they seem depressed or anxious also? If so, then you may be correct- You’re loved one may need help. … Continue reading

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What Keeps You From Joining a Women’s Support Group in Glendora Today? By Ilissa Banhazl, MFT

Many of us find it too much trouble to shuffle things around and make arrangements for all those adults and children who depend on us. However, sometimes it’s the only way that we can get out and do something for … Continue reading

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Black and White Thinking- Do You Do This? By Ilissa Banhazl, MFT

When you are thinking about things in terms of black or white you miss the shade of gray. Gray is where a combination of feelings can exist simultaneously. Friends may disappoint you but that doesn’t mean they don’t love you … Continue reading

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What Fuels Your Eating Disorder? By Ilissa Banhazl, MFT

There are many reasons why you have an eating disorder and there are many reasons that make it difficult to recover. See if any of the items below fuel your eating disorder. If so, there’s hope! 1. Fear 2. Isolation 3. … Continue reading

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Did You Know That Your Anxiety, OCD and Social Phobia are Partners with Your Eating Disorder? Here’s How to Lessen the Connection

By Ilissa Banhazl, MFT- It is quite common for an individual who has an eating disorder to also struggle with one or all of the following behaviors: OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder), Panic Disorder or Social Phobia. … Continue reading

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Does Your Eating Disorder Manifest Itself in Your Over-Exercising?

By Ilissa Banhazl, MFT- Do you ever eat and then head for the gym to burn off the calories from what you ate? If you do this is compulsive behavior. If you are eating healthy foods in moderation then moderation … Continue reading

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There Are No Good Or Bad Foods!

By Ilissa Banhazl, MFT- We don’t need to label certain foods as good or bad. It’s all about moderation and balance in your eating and in your life. Take french fries per say, potatoes have a lot of important nutrients. … Continue reading

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Ilissa Banhazl, MFT’s “Words of Affirmation” to Post on Your Fridge!

Hang these “Affirmations” on your refrigerator or put them on little Post Its around your home. Try to read at least one a day and apply it to your day. Good luck! Please feel free to add any affirmations to … Continue reading

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Here’s One Way That You As A Parent Can Prevent Your Child from Having an Eating Disorder!

Starting from when your baby is first-born it is important to establish a loving, open and respectful relationship with your child. You need to reflect back to them how wonderful they are. You need to make them feel loved and … Continue reading

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Are You A Binge Eater? You’re Not Alone!

By Ilissa Banhazl, MFT- Bingeing is one of the most common eating disorders right now. It affects younger women and men and we are seeing it more in women over age 50. Bingeing is a way to bury feelings and … Continue reading

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