Experience has taught me that eating disorders are an addictive behavior and, like other addictions, are symptomatic of deeper emotional and sometimes physical needs. Eating disorders manifest in several ways: compulsive overeating, bulemia, anorexia, laxative abuse or any combination of these. In addition to general addiction-recovery, clients learn:

• How your body works and how eating disorder behaviors affect it.
• How to set healthy, realistic goals for your body image, "ideal" weight and eating habits.
• The role of genetic and physiological factors.
• Living with the Tiger; learning to eat three times a day without falling into old destructive patterns.
• How to manage destructive behaviors in a world filled with food.
• Dealing with family and friends.