Eating Disorder Therapy for Teens in Leeds, AL

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Our local therapists serve Leeds, Moody, Trussville, Irondale, Odenville, Springville, and surrounding communities.

When Eating Becomes a Source of Struggle

Eating disorders in teens can be serious, life-impacting conditions. They often involve unhealthy patterns with food, exercise, or body image and may include:

  • Restricting food or skipping meals

  • Binge eating or purging behaviors

  • Excessive exercise or calorie counting

  • Intense preoccupation with weight or appearance

  • Emotional distress around meals or body image

Parents may notice changes in mood, energy, social engagement, or school performance. It can be stressful and overwhelming to watch your teen struggle, but specialized therapy provides hope and recovery.

Understanding Eating Disorders in Teens

Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that affect emotional, physical, and social well-being. Common types include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED). Early intervention improves recovery outcomes, supports physical health, and strengthens emotional resilience.

How Grove Counseling Supports Teens

At Grove Counseling in Leeds, AL, our therapists provide teen-focused, evidence-based therapy for eating disorders:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – helps teens challenge negative thought patterns related to food, body image, and self-esteem.

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – promotes mindfulness and healthy coping strategies.

  • Family-Based Therapy (FBT) – involves parents in supporting recovery, especially important for teens.

Our approach is compassionate, individualized, and empowering, helping teens develop healthier relationships with food, body, and self.

Signs Your Teen May Benefit from Eating Disorder Therapy

  • Restrictive, binge, or purging behaviors around food

  • Extreme concern about weight, shape, or body image

  • Withdrawal from friends, family, or social activities

  • Fatigue, dizziness, or other physical health changes

  • Mood swings, irritability, or anxiety

  • Secretive or obsessive eating patterns

Why Families Choose Grove Counseling

  • Specialized therapists trained in teen eating disorders

  • Evidence-based, teen-centered therapy approaches

  • Family involvement to support recovery at home

  • Safe, supportive, and confidential environment

  • Convenient Leeds location with flexible scheduling

    Eating disorders are serious but treatable. With the right support, teens can regain balance, develop healthy coping strategies, and rebuild confidence and self-esteem.

    If your teen is struggling with disordered eating, contact Grove Counseling in Leeds, AL today to schedule an appointment with one of our therapists.

FAQ: Teen Eating Disorder Therapy in Leeds, AL

What types of eating disorders do you treat?
We treat anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, OSFED, and other unhealthy eating patterns affecting teens.

Do parents participate in therapy?
Yes. Family-Based Therapy involves parents in supporting recovery and creating a structured, safe environment at home.

Is therapy effective for teens?
Yes. Evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, and family therapy have strong outcomes for adolescent eating disorder recovery.

How much does therapy cost?
Most of the time medical insurance will help cover the cost of services. We are in-network with BCBS, Anthem, All Kids, and Aetna. We also have an affordable sliding scale.

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Leeds Office

Grove Counseling
7924 Parkway Dr
Leeds, AL 35094
Phone: (205) 499-2607